Previously on Cord Cutter Weekly …
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The dumbest new smart TV trend, Peacock’s price hike
“Exclusive” content from Vizio and Samsung is mostly just marketing.
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Free Paramount+ is back (for now)
Plus: How to save on Paramount+ if coupon codes run dry again.
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Spectrum’s cheaper bundle, Comcast’s cheaper internet
Spectrum TV Stream is another sign that the TV bundle as we know it is breaking down.
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Internet “nutrition labels,” lots of Roku news
As you might expect, not all ISPs are embracing the opportunity for more transparent marketing.
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A sneaky Peacock trial, Roku’s NBA tie-ins
By signing up for a free Instacart+ trial, you can also check out Peacock at no extra charge.
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The streaming MLB mess, YouTube tips for TVs
In 2024, watching local baseball games without cable will either be cheap and simple or expensive and complicated, and it all comes down to location.
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Max savings and the price of ESPN
Learn how to save 40% on a year of Max.
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Roku’s most aggravating update, movies on Apple TV+
Roku’s new dispute resolution terms freeze users out of their TVs.
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An ATSC 3.0 DVR update, Fire TV’s home screen crackdown
Broadcasters want you to know they’re not out to kill over-the-air DVR.
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The real cost of streaming, Xumo vs. Apple TV
While I’m sure that some folks do spend $1,000 per year on streaming services—hypothetically, one could shell out a lot more—the average streaming bill is much lower.
