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Supply Run
Disney strikes a major deal to merge Hulu Live TV with Fubo, resolving its antitrust dispute with Fubo over the delayed sports streaming service, Venu. This merger will create a new joint venture, with Fubo’s CEO leading Hulu Live. Meanwhile, Disney will lend financial support to keep Fubo afloat until the deal closes in 12–18 months. Read on Variety | Read on TechCrunch
Buried Treasure
Brian highlights Silo and The Penguin as standout picks, while Tom recommends Blossom on Viki. Got something for us? Email cordkillers@gmail.com!
Scanning the Horizon
CES 2025 unveils cutting-edge TV innovations:
• LG debuts its G5 TV lineup with AI integration and 165 Hz refresh rates.
• Samsung enhances VisionAI, bringing features like Auto HDR Remastering and food recognition for on-screen recipes.
• TiVo’s TV OS expands to the US, offering customization without heavy ad commitments.
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Chatter
Listener feedback sparks discussion on Sonic 3’s story arc and Jim Carrey’s potential return as Robotnik. NASCAR’s 2025 broadcasting shifts also draw mixed reactions. Dale Jr. is back, but in-car video features move to Max, frustrating fans.
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We’re down in Las Vegas reporting from the Consumer Electronics Show 2025. We have a great discussion on AMD’s event, TCL’s announcements, new pinball machines from Stern, wearables, robot lawnmowers and Robb had a chance to talk to the CEO of Stellar about their product to provide mobile internet access to vehicles.
Samsung intros Vision AI for TVs at CES, Disney and Fubo join forces, Intel unveils new AI chips, Halliday Glasses have a near-eye “DigiWindow” display. 