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Ultra HD Alliance Founded at CES

The Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas has been the birthplace of most of today's best-known technology, such as CDs, Blu-ray discs, HDTV, Microsoft Xbox and even the camcorder, and recently, at the 2015 CES, a groundbreaking new technology has emerged that will change the way consumers watch TV in their homes. 

 

Dish Unveils Sling Service

Dish Network announced earlier this week that there is a new way to watch your favorite television shows: Sling TV. The Internet-only TV offer costs only $20 a month, with access to a number of channels that include ESPN, Cartoon Network, and other channels that were once only available through various packages. This move challenges the traditional cable packages, offering “cord-cutters” a TV package that is simple and over the top.

 

What is 4K TV?

The 4K TVs are about to change how you see, well, everything. Currently under production by all the big names, like Sony, LG and Panasonic, these wonder machines are the next step in visual technology. While the first products are televisions, this is a snowball effect that will eventually grow to cover and transform all aspects of technological life, from gaming to cameras.

 

Why “4K”?

 

Which is Cheaper - Streaming or Buying Cable?

Many homeowners have been ditching their cable subscriptions for streaming services such as Netflix, Hulu Plus, Amazon Prime and HBO Go in order to save money. According to USA Today, about 6.5 percent of homes in the United States have removed their cable subscriptions, which is a two percent increase since 2010. Most consumers cite that the reason for cutting the cord is that many TV cable and satellite companies punish customer loyalty by raising billing prices every year.

Is Dark Fiber the New Trend in Internet?

Dark fiber, another name for the unused optical fibers in internet wiring, is enjoying a renewed burst of popularity. While fiber optics transmit data in the form of light beams, dark fibers are the cables not actually in use.

TV vs Smartphone - Which do you use more?

July 2, 1928, The United States began its first regularly scheduled television service; 48-line silhouette images from motion picture film were broadcast as an experiment in a suburb of Washington, D.C. We've come a long way since then. Not only has television seen its share of technological advancement, our phones seem to have had their advancements as well and they are worthy competition in today's entertainment, news, social age.

 

Cable Companies Jack Up Broadband Prices

It's a cutthroat world out there, especially in cable television-- though maybe not for the reasons you think. In fact, what's going on behind closed doors at cable companies may be even more shady than the plot of a House of Cards episode. What's happening? Well, if you thought you were going to save money by cancelling your cable and switching to any of the various online streaming options, you may be wrong. Cable companies have caught on to this widespread migration from cable to internet, and they know just what to do: charge more for broadband to make up for it.

 

Comcast Launches Vocal TV Guide

The newly available Comcast X1 cable box contains a breakthrough feature to assist viewers with channel programming information. It is a vocal TV guide that provides a voice description of the program title, run time, rating, and other details. 

 

Is Obama's Net Neutrality a Win for Consumers or Political Posturing?

On Monday, President Obama sent shockwaves through the internet with his proposal to the FCC regarding the future of net neutrality. Both his written statement and video message regarding the laws governing net neutrality can be seen as a huge win for people who believe the internet should remain open and free. 

 

Are Gas Prices Dropping For Good?

There is reason for optimism and hope when you see gas prices at or even below $3.00 per gallon, but will it last? It is true that the oil prices have dropped significantly in the past month. Prices often fluctuate due to political issues and unrest, and it gives fuel for those individuals that feel it is simply a ploy to placate people before the mid-term elections. 

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