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Are giant TVs a threat to projectors? We asked the industry to find out
Over the past couple of years, one question has been nagging at home cinema nerds, myself included: are giant TVs going to kill off projectors? There are good reasons to think they might: the average TV is currently capable of producing brighter…
People are using AI to make their smart TVs dumb again
The latest use case for AI? Dumbing down your smart TV to get rid of the bloat. A number of developers and vibe coders have recently been sharing solutions for “vibe-coding” your TV to get rid of sponsored ads, speed up the app…
Apple TV 4K (2026) vs Apple TV 4K (2022): Is 'Hey Siri' worth twice the price?
The Apple TV 4K just got a refresh: Apple released a new generation of its streaming device with some key upgrades to support Siri AI. The new model is up to 50% faster in processing power, thanks to the A19 chip, and features hands-free Siri. It…
SPFL invites bids for Scottish Premiership TV rights from 2029-30
The SPFL expects 'strong interest' after inviting broadcasters to bid for the UK rights to show Scottish Premiership matches from the 2029-30 campaign. The league's current five-year, £150m agreement with Sky Sports, which allows the…
How to Watch US TV Abroad: American Channels Online in 2026
You're overseas and a show you follow airs tonight in the US. The network's website, however, plays a short message saying the video isn't available in your location. Americans living abroad see it, and so do travelers and fans of US shows who've…
UKTV to relocate to Television Centre
Broadcaster swaps Hammersmith for White City as part of BBC cost-saving measures Up to the minute industry news Agenda-setting interviews with key industry figures Insight into the latest programme performances Ratings data with viewing trends…
Christmas reshuffle for Hull City as Premier League television picks confirmed
Two of Hull City's pre-Christmas fixtures will be shown live on Sky Sports, after the latest round of Premier League matches were announced on Monday. The MKM Stadium showdown with Nottingham Forest will still be played on Wednesday, December 2…
Sony Pictures Television Hires Lauren Glaubach, Former YouTube and Pinterest Exec, to Lead Digital and Social Distribution Strategy
Sony Pictures Television hired Lauren Glaubach, a former YouTube and Pinterest content exec, in the newly created role of executive vice president, distribution, digital and social platforms. Glaubach will head up Sony Pictures Entertainment's…
Man Utd fans handed nightmare kick-off with no trains back home after TV request
Manchester United fans face the prospect of travel chaos after they were handed a 7pm kick-off on a Sunday in December following the latest TV picks. Sky Sports and TNT Sports have just made their desired kick-offs known with the Premier League…
Donald Trump reveals private King Charles request seconds into televised press conference
Donald Trump has revealed a private request King Charles recently made to him - just seconds after taking to the stage to speak to the media outside the White House. The US President made the remarks as he and First Lady Melania Trump appeared in…
My Turn | What about those television drug ads?
What do you think of a business running expensive TV ads for products you cannot legally buy? “Not smart,” you might say. But that's what Big Pharma does, spending around $7 billion a year on TV, advertising drugs directly to…
Amanda Owen 'lifeline' stance as farm in 'dire straits' without kids on TV
Star of Our Yorkshire Farm and Our Farm Next Door Amanda Owen has revealed that the farming enterprise is facing 'dire straits' and her family of nine children have relied on 'screen time' to keep going. The 52 year old Yorkshire Shepherdess…
That piping hot new TV show I just watched? I can't recall a thing about it | Zoe Williams
Some friends and I were talking, at the weekend, about the TV shows War (about a couple getting divorced) and The Diplomat (about an entirely different couple, not getting divorced). I hadn't seen either because I was busy with Colin from Accounts.
Ron Koslow, Screenwriter and Creator of 'Beauty and the Beast' TV Series, Dies at 81
Ron Koslow, producer and creator of the CBS television series “Beauty and the Beast” died on Oct. 7 at his Brentwood, California home, his family confirmed. He was 81. Koslow was born on April 9, 1945 and was raised between St. Louis…
TV stars announced for Pretty Woman at Empire Theatre
The stars taking on the iconic roles of Vivian Ward and Edward Lewis in Pretty Woman have been announced. The live musical production of the smash-hit film will arrive at Liverpool's Empire Theatre for a 12-night run from Tuesday, August 31 until…
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