Topic: content distribution
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Streaming's Future Hinges on Distribution
The modern video streaming landscape requires content owners to create and manage a unique, technically complex distribution feed for each individual streaming platform, creating a significant operational burden. This fragmented, bespoke distribution model is difficult to scale, prone to errors, ...
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Street Cars 101 TV Launches on FAST Channels TV
Street Cars 101 Media LLC has launched its automotive programming on FAST Channels TV, expanding into the free ad-supported streaming market to reach a global audience. The partnership emphasizes authentic storytelling and community in car culture, offering free access to shows like Street Cars 1...
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Minute Media Acquires Indian AI Startup for Automated Sports Highlights
Minute Media, backed by BlackRock and Goldman Sachs, has acquired Indian AI startup VideoVerse to enhance automated sports highlights generation across its portfolio, including Sports Illustrated and The Players’ Tribune. VideoVerse, valued between $200–250 million, specializes in AI tools for sp...
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Surviving SEO: What To Do When the Click Disappears
Artificial intelligence is transforming digital marketing by enabling search engines to deliver direct answers on results pages, reducing the need for users to click through to websites. Marketers must adapt by creating AI-friendly content with clear, upfront answers and structured formats like F...
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IBC2025: Why Supply Chain Fixes Can't Save Legacy Media
The broadcast industry is at a critical inflection point, facing economic pressures and a struggle for relevance against dominant streaming platforms and big tech companies. Legacy media must adopt cloud-native, agile production and AI-driven operational efficiencies to reduce costs and meet mode...
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spot on news Launches New FAST Channel 'the latest' for Daily Entertainment & Lifestyle
spot on news GmbH and FAST Channels TV have launched a new free ad-supported streaming channel called "spot on news - the latest," offering global viewers daily entertainment, lifestyle, and news content. The partnership leverages spot on news GmbH's expertise in entertainment journalism and FAST...
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Threads Tests Long-Form Text Sharing Feature
Meta is testing a new long-form text attachment feature on Threads, allowing users to share extended written content directly with formatting tools. This feature enables creators to publish detailed content natively, keeping engagement within the Meta ecosystem instead of redirecting to external ...
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Minute Media Buys VideoVerse to Power Sports Video with AI
Minute Media has acquired VideoVerse, integrating its AI-driven Magnifi platform to offer a comprehensive solution for sports content creation, distribution, and monetization. The Magnifi technology uses AI, computer vision, and machine learning to automatically identify key sports moments and ge...
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Apple's iPhone 17 Features Groundbreaking In-House Networking Chip
Apple's iPhone 17 series will debut its first in-house networking chip, the N1, enhancing performance for Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread connectivity. The N1 chip, along with the new C1X 5G modem, reflects Apple's strategy of vertical integration for better hardware and software optimization. A...
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CMF's New Over-Ear Headphones Feature Bass & Treble Energy Slider
The CMF Headphone Pro launched in the EU and UK as a budget-friendly over-ear option priced at $99, with plans to release in the US on October 7, 2025, and customizable color finishes. They feature tactile controls including a customizable action button and an Energy Slider for adjusting bass and...
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Gundam Keyboard With Topre Switches: The Ultimate Build?
Realforce is collaborating with the Gundam franchise to release four limited-edition keyboards based on the Z Gundam, Hyaku Shiki, Nu Gundam, and Sazabi, with reservations opening in late December. The keyboards are built on the Realforce GX1 model, featuring non-hot-swappable Topre switches, and...
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Amazon Drivers May Soon See the Road Through AR Glasses
Amazon is developing augmented reality glasses for delivery drivers, codenamed "Jayhawk," featuring a display, microphones, speakers, and a camera to enhance package delivery. These specialized glasses, expected to debut before consumer models, will provide real-time delivery instructions and nav...
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How to Watch the Apple iPhone 17 Launch Event Live
Apple's iPhone 17 launch event on September 9th will feature new models, including the ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air, along with potential reveals of smartwatches and AirPods Pro 3. The event will be accessible through multiple platforms, including a live stream embedded in the article, Apple's YouTub...
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Nintendo Wins $2M Lawsuit Against Switch Modder for Piracy
Nintendo won a $2 million legal victory against a modder for selling hardware that enabled piracy on Switch consoles. The court permanently banned the defendant from modifying consoles or distributing circumvention tools, citing mass copyright infringement. This ruling is part of Nintendo's broad...
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Trump Takes Aim at Microsoft's Top Lobbyist Lisa Monaco
Donald Trump has publicly called for the termination of Microsoft's head of global affairs, Lisa Monaco, claiming he revoked her security clearances and citing concerns over her access to sensitive information. The motivation for Trump's action is unclear, but it may have been prompted by a recen...
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Samsung's Audio Empire: Now Home to Denon, Marantz & More
Samsung's subsidiary Harman has finalized the acquisition of Sound United for $350 million, significantly expanding its portfolio of audio brands. The deal brings legendary hi-fi brands like Denon, Marantz, Bowers & Wilkins, and Polk Audio under Samsung's control, joining existing brands such as ...
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How to Disable iOS 26's Annoying Screenshot Previews
The iOS 26 update introduces a new full-screen preview for screenshots, which some users may find disruptive to their workflow. This feature can be easily disabled in Settings under General > Screen Capture by toggling off Full-Screen Previews, restoring the thumbnail view. Even with the preview ...
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Switzerland Unveils Open-Weight AI Model for Developers
Switzerland has launched Apertus, an open-weight AI model that provides a transparent and legally compliant alternative to proprietary systems like ChatGPT, aligning with EU copyright standards and ethical data practices. Apertus offers full access to its source code, training data, and documenta...
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Unseen PlayStation Art: Exclusive Unused Designs Revealed
Sony is releasing "PlayStation: The First 30 Years," a photography book with over 400 pages showcasing prototype hardware, concept sketches, and design models from PlayStation's history. The book is available for pre-order in Standard and Deluxe editions, with the premium version limited to 1,994...
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TP-Link BE3600: The Ultimate Affordable Travel Router
The TP-Link BE3600 Wi-Fi 7 Travel Router is currently available for $99.99 at Amazon using a promotional code, offering a $40 discount and the lowest price seen for this device. This compact router simplifies connecting multiple devices to public Wi-Fi by creating a secure private network, suppor...
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Nothing's CMF brand teases its first-ever budget headphones
Nothing's CMF sub-brand is launching budget-friendly headphones on September 29, 2025, aiming to combine style and functionality at an accessible price. The headphones feature vibrant color options, mix-and-match ear cushions for personalization, and intuitive controls like a slider and scroll wh...
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Tariffs Force Starling Home Hub, Google Nest's Apple Home Bridge, to Shut Down
The Starling Home Hub, which bridged Google Nest products with Apple Home, has been discontinued due to rising manufacturing costs from U.S. tariffs. This plug-and-play device enabled seamless integration, including Siri control and automation, for older Nest devices that lack native Apple Home s...
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Amazon's Fall Hardware Event: What to Expect
Amazon is hosting its annual fall hardware event on September 30th, 2025, in New York City, where it is expected to introduce new Echo devices, Fire TV products, and Kindle e-readers. The invitation hints at a possible color Kindle Scribe model with stylus support, suggesting advancements in e-re...
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Stellantis Axes Ram 1500 REV Amid Slowing Electric Truck Demand
Stellantis has canceled the all-electric Ram 1500 REV due to cooling demand in the electric truck segment and a lack of strong federal incentives. The company will repurpose the REV name for the Ramcharger, a range-extended electric vehicle that combines a gasoline engine with electric propulsion...
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Ferrari Testarossa Reborn: 1035hp Plug-In Hybrid
The new Ferrari 849 Testarossa is a plug-in hybrid that combines a 4-liter turbocharged V8 engine with three electric motors, producing a total of 1,035 horsepower. It accelerates from 0–62 mph in under 2.3 seconds, reaches a top speed of 205 mph, and offers all-electric driving for about 15 mile...
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Score $20 Off College Football 26 Before the 2025 Season
EA Sports' College Football 26 is currently available at a $20 discount for $49.99 on major platforms, continuing the success of its predecessor. The game compensates all featured athletes with $1,500 and a free copy, marking a new approach after a decade-long hiatus. Additional deals include Ank...
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Meet Your Laptop's Auto-Adjusting Stand: Lift, Tilt & Turn
Lenovo's Smart Motion Concept is an innovative laptop stand that automatically adjusts its position to maintain an optimal ergonomic viewing angle by tracking the user's movements. The stand includes practical features such as built-in cooling fans, a USB hub for connectivity, and is powered exte...
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Raspberry Pi's New Mechanical Keyboard Has Built-In SSD
The Raspberry Pi 500 Plus is an upgraded all-in-one computer keyboard that now includes a built-in M.2 SSD slot, comes with a pre-installed 256GB SSD, and integrates the more powerful Raspberry Pi 5 microcomputer. It features enhanced performance with a quad-core ARM Cortex-A76 processor and 16GB...
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Nvidia's AI Voice Animation Tech Is Now Free for Everyone
Nvidia has released its Audio2Face technology as open-source, allowing developers to freely create realistic facial animations for 3D avatars from voice recordings, lowering the cost barrier for professional-grade animation. The tool analyzes audio to generate natural lip-syncing and emotional ex...
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Meta Opens Pop-Up Shops for Smart Glasses with Display
Meta is opening temporary pop-up shops called Meta Labs in key cities to let people experience its smart glasses with a built-in display and other wearable technology firsthand. The pop-ups will launch in Las Vegas starting October 16th and in New York around November 13th, while the Los Angeles ...
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Wolverine Unleashed in First Bloody Gameplay Trailer
The first official gameplay reveal for Insomniac's Wolverine showcases a brutal, visceral combat style and confirms a PS5 release window of fall 2026. The game's story will follow Wolverine as he searches for clues about his past, utilizing his signature claws, rage, and determination to uncover ...
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Grab Free eBooks & Cheap iPhone 17 Accessories This Week
Amazon is offering a free three-month Kindle Unlimited trial for Prime members, providing access to millions of ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines with a potential savings of $35.97. The subscription will automatically renew at the regular $11.99 monthly rate after the trial unless canceled by the...
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iOS 26 Release Date Announced: Coming September 15
iOS 26 launches on September 15 with a major visual redesign called Liquid Glass, giving the interface a translucent, layered appearance. The update includes practical features like Live Translation for real-time conversations, plus redesigned Phone and Messages apps with new tools. Liquid Glass ...
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Apple Unveils World's First Revolutionary iPhone Charger
Apple has released the world's first charger supporting the USB PD 3.2 AVS protocol, called the Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max, which is bundled with the latest iPhone 17 models. The charger uses Adjustable Voltage Supply (AVS) technology to provide precise and efficient power deliv...
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GameHub Now Syncs Silksong Saves Seamlessly Between Phone and PC
The GameHub update enables seamless cross-platform save synchronization between PC and mobile for Hollow Knight Silksong, allowing players to continue their progress across devices without manual transfers. To activate this feature, users must adjust the app settings by switching from the default...
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Claude AI Now Remembers Your Past Conversations Automatically
Anthropic has upgraded Claude AI with an automatic memory feature for Team and Enterprise users, allowing it to recall past conversations and integrate user preferences without manual prompts. Users have full control over the memory function, with options to review, modify, or disable stored info...
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Fortnite to Introduce Exact V-bucks Purchases
Epic Games is introducing an "Exact Amount" feature allowing players to purchase only the V-Bucks needed for a transaction, avoiding large bundles. The feature will be available starting October 14th on most platforms, with PlayStation support coming later. It will also be extended to other games...
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PlayStation Unveils New Parental Control App for Safer Gaming
Sony has launched the PlayStation Family app for iOS and Android, enabling parents to remotely monitor and manage children's gaming on PS5 and PS4 consoles. The app provides features like activity reports, playtime approval, spending controls, and customizable privacy settings for tailored family...
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Apple's New MagSafe Battery: Exclusively for iPhone Air
Apple has launched a new MagSafe battery pack exclusively for the iPhone Air, priced at $99 and incompatible with other iPhone models. The battery is designed specifically for the iPhone Air's slim form factor, preventing it from fitting or functioning properly on bulkier models like the iPhone 1...
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Apple Announces iPadOS 26 Release Date
iPadOS 26 will launch on September 15, introducing new features aimed at boosting productivity and redefining the tablet experience. The update includes a new windowing system for desktop-like multitasking and a fresh Liquid Glass design language for a modern interface. Enhancements include a red...
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Honda Prelude Returns as a 200-HP Hybrid with Simulated Shifting
The Honda Prelude returns as a hybrid coupe after 25 years, featuring 200 horsepower and front-wheel drive, with a starting price of around $41,600 in Japan and expected US availability by late autumn. It offers a dynamic driving experience with 232 lb-ft of torque, a hybrid powertrain similar to...
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TCL's Nxtpaper Tablet: A Color Kindle Alternative
The TCL Tab 8 Nxtpaper 5G is an 8.7-inch Android tablet priced at $199.99, offering a color-screen alternative to e-readers like the Kindle Colorsoft with greater functionality including video streaming and productivity apps. It features TCL's Nxtpaper 4.0 display technology, which reduces glare ...
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Bluesky Hit by Service Disruption Today
Bluesky, a decentralized social platform, experienced significant service disruptions including frozen feeds and inaccessible posts, highlighting its developmental growing pains. The outage was not universal, with some users unaffected, and issues included successfully published posts that could ...
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Trump: US to Receive 'Tremendous Fee' for TikTok's China Exit
The Trump administration is negotiating a deal for TikTok's US operations to be sold to American investors, with a substantial fee paid to the government to address national security concerns. US-based entities like Silver Lake and Oracle would acquire a majority stake, while ByteDance retains a ...
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Garmin Venu 4 Adds LED Flashlight & Accessibility Upgrades
The Garmin Venu 4 smartwatch introduces enhanced sleep tracking, monitoring bedtime consistency and overnight health metrics like heart rate and respiration, while offering personalized feedback based on lifestyle factors. It features a built-in LED flashlight for practical illumination and inclu...
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iOS 26 Launches with Apple's Liquid Glass Redesign
iOS 26 introduces the Liquid Glass interface, offering a translucent, fluid redesign that refreshes the iPhone's look while maintaining usability. New AI-powered Live Translation works across apps like Messages and FaceTime, and a call screening tool helps manage unknown contacts. Enhanced group ...
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Gmail's New Tab Organizes Your Amazon Purchases
Gmail is launching a dedicated Purchases tab to automatically organize order confirmations, shipping updates, and receipts in one place. The feature includes enhanced tracking cards for delivery status and integrates with existing tools like package tracking. The update also introduces smart sort...
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Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones Now Feature USB-C Audio
Bose has introduced the second-generation QuietComfort Ultra headphones, featuring USB-C audio support for lossless sound and retaining a 2.5mm analog jack for flexibility. The headphones offer up to 30 hours of battery life with active noise cancellation, an enhanced Aware Mode, and a new Cinema...
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OnePlus and Hasselblad End Camera Partnership
The partnership between OnePlus and Hasselblad has ended after five years, with future OnePlus devices using an in-house imaging engine instead. Hasselblad's collaboration significantly improved OnePlus's camera performance and branding, which will no longer appear on upcoming models. OnePlus's p...
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Huawei's New Trifold Phone Adds Stylus Support and Purple Pleather
Huawei has launched the Mate XTs, its second-generation trifold smartphone, featuring stylus support, new color options, and a lower starting price than its predecessor. The device includes a Kirin 9020 chipset for improved performance, an upgraded 40-megapultra-wide camera, and a large folding d...
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