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Comcast to double recording capabilities on X1 gateway
Comcast said it will double the recording capabilities later this month on its X1 home video gateways to allow subscribers to record four TV shows or movies simultaneously while watching a fifth program.
Tracking the top 10 worst programming disputes of all time
When cable networks and distributors fail to agree on terms for a new contract, it often comes down to who can endure the most pain from a blackout that could leave subscribers without their favorite shows. Using the threat of a blackout has become a key negotiating tactic for both programmers and distributors, and PR strategy is now as essential as a skilled affiliate sales team.
Viggle looks to expand pay TV deals beyond DirecTV partnership
In today's spotlight, FierceIPTV talks to Viggle President Greg Consiglio about how the company is looking to make a business out of selling ads to marketers who can reach viewers using its social TV application on smartphones and tablet computers.
DirecTV shoots original drama series 'Full Circle' for Audience Network
DirecTV is stepping up its investment in original programming, announcing that it'll begin shooting an original drama series called Full Circle this summer at its broadcasting center in Los Angeles.
DirecTV – Mariners rights deal gives team majority stake in Root Sports Northwest
DirecTV said it struck a long-term rights deal with the Seattle Mariners, which gives the baseball team the majority stake in Root Sports Northwest, one of its three regional sports networks
Amdocs targets cable MSOs, mobile providers with Wi-Fi Experience Solution
Amdocs launched a new Wi-Fi product that could be used by cable MSOs to support subscribers on Wi-Fi-based phone services or to allow customers watching video on a tablet in their homes to stream the video uninterrupted on their way to work.
Houston mayor pressures DirecTV, Suddenlink, AT&T to sign deal with Comcast SportsNet Houston
With DirecTV, AT&T's U-verse TV and Suddenlink Communications refusing to carry new regional sports network Comcast SportsNet Houston six months after its launch, the distributors are facing increased pressure from city officials in Houston.
FCC deregulates Time Warner Cable in Ohio and California towns
The FCC gave Time Warner Cable the green light to hike basic-cable fees in several towns in Ohio and California, ruling Wednesday that it faces "effective competition" from DirecTV and Dish Network.
DirecTV throws bone to DogTV
DirecTV said it plans to launch DogTV, a network focused on programming that can soothe or entertain canines while their owners are out of the house, in the third quarter of 2013.
DirecTV tees up interactive Masters golf channel
DirecTV said it will launch a mosaic channel to cover the 2013 Masters Tournament, which will contain feeds of the golf championship from ESPN and CBS.
