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Various Sesame Street characters, including Elmo, under the Sesame Street logo.

YouTube and Netflix Are Preserving the Future of Sesame Street. Who Would Have Thought It?

by | Sep 25, 2025 | Entertainment, Family, Industry News, Streaming

Today I get the rare treat of telling you something these corporations did right. That’s right—Netflix and YouTube have both signed deals with Sesame Workshop that’ll actually improve things for kids and families. It’s a bit of a long story, so let’s jump right into the details.

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YouTube Officially Rolls Out AI Age Verification, What You Need to Know

by | Sep 8, 2025 | Industry News, Streaming

YouTube’s AI allegedly works by tracking a “variety of signals” like “the types of videos a user is searching for, the categories of videos they have watched, or the longevity of the account.” You need to be 13 to make a Google account, so hypothetically speaking, accounts older than five years should be good to go. Unfortunately, there’s a big gray area there. “Hypothetically speaking” isn’t the same thing as 100% confidence.

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Woman with eyes closed and mouth open as if screaming in frustration and "Streaming Services Cancellation Survey" on left

Unsubscribed: New Data Reveals Why Viewers Are Saying Goodbye to Netflix (and Other Streamers)

by | Sep 8, 2025 | Entertainment, Industry News, Outreach, Streaming

Streaming is the biggest thing in TV right now, and the landscape of the industry is constantly changing. The vast majority of people are subscribed to at least one streaming service. So what would drive someone to cancel their subscription?

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Hand holding a remote control aimed at a blurry TV showing a basketball game, with "The Cost of Watching NBA Games" in the top left and CableTV.com logo in the bottom left.

Brace Yourselves: I Calculated the Cost of Watching the NBA on TV, and It’s Not Pretty

by | Aug 29, 2025 | Entertainment, Industry News, Sports, Streaming, TV

A case study exploring how much it would cost to watch all 82 games of your favorite NBA teams in 2025.

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Young couple on the tablet

The Best Remote Cable TV Brands to Watch While on the Go

by | Aug 18, 2025 | Best of the Best, Equipment, Industry News, Reviews, TV

As we become increasingly mobile, it’s important for cable providers to find ways to allow us to take our favorite TV shows on the road. Before the travel bug bites, take time to find a provider that travels well with you and can let you enjoy cable on the go.

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CableTV.com 2025 College Football Fan Survey with new UNC head coach Bill Belichick

Belichick or Bust? Fans vs. Analysts on Which New College Football Coaches Will Thrive

by | Aug 15, 2025 | Entertainment, Industry News, Outreach, Sports

Which new college football coaches will survive, thrive, or falter this season? We talked to the fans to find out more.

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ESPN logo on red background on the left and FOX logo on blue background on the right with CableTV.com logo in bottom right

ESPN, FOX Launch Streaming Bundle: Why It Matters for Football, Sports Fans

by | Aug 14, 2025 | Entertainment, Industry News, Sports, Streaming

ESPN and FOX are bundling their streaming services, and here’s what this deal means for your fall sports watching.

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The UFC and Paramount logos, representing their new media rights deal.

UFC Pay-Per-View Is Dead (Sort Of): What Paramount’s New Deal Means for Fight Fans

by | Aug 13, 2025 | Industry News, Sports, Streaming

Starting in 2026, Paramount+ will distribute the UFC’s entire fight lineup in the U.S. The move comes as part of a seven-year, $7.7 billion deal that replaces the traditional PPV model.

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Sling TV is offering new Day, Weekend, and Week Passes for flexible streaming.

Sling TV Has Launched a New $5 Streaming Option. Find Out Where and How to Get It

by | Aug 12, 2025 | Industry News, Streaming

In the lead-up to the college football season, Sling TV has announced the introduction of three passes to its current lineup of streaming plans. These temporary streaming options are aimed at sports fans who want the flexibility to pick and choose when they watch, with no contracts or subscriptions required.

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NFL Sunday Ticket is offering deals with providers like Verizon, YouTube TV, DIRECTV, and DISH

2025 NFL Sunday Ticket Deals Broken Down: Which Ones Are Worth Your Money?

by | Aug 11, 2025 | Industry News, Reviews, Sports, Streaming, TV

NFL Sunday Ticket is always offering up discounts on its $480 yearly price tag. In this guide I’ll examine all the current deals to see which ones offer football fans the best bang for their buck.

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