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Falcon to resell Imagine video equipment
June 26, 2012 2:24 pm | by Brian Santo | News | CommentsOne of the first installations of Imagine’s Ice products performed by Falcon is with Media Three.
Senior living channel RLTV launches on some Mediacom systems
June 26, 2012 2:21 pm | by Mike Robuck | News | CommentsRLTV, a cable network that provides news and entertainment for viewers over the age of 50, has launched in several of Mediacom Communications’ markets.
Penthouse cozies up to Kabel Deutschland for VOD deal
June 26, 2012 2:19 pm | by Mike Robuck | News | CommentsPenthouse has struck a deal to provide Kabel Deutschland with 3-D, HD and SD adult content for viewing on the German cable operator’s VOD platform.
Espial appoints VP of smart TV
June 26, 2012 2:17 pm | by Brian Santo | News | CommentsThe company intends to work with consumer electronics manufacturers to get broadband-based TV integrated into a wide range of consumer products.
Sony readies Google TV box
June 25, 2012 2:43 pm | by Brian Santo | Products | CommentsSony will double down on the Google TV concept with a similar box that also incorporates a Blu-ray player, due during the holiday season.
Cable still king of pay TV; satellite, IPTV usurpers plot takeover
June 25, 2012 2:40 pm | by Mike Robuck | News | CommentsCable operators still rule the roost when it comes to the number of worldwide pay-TV subscribers, but satellite and IPTV providers are poised for a takeover.
Knology adds 11 HD channels in Auburn; WOW vote tomorrow
June 25, 2012 2:38 pm | by Mike Robuck | News | CommentsThe cable over-builder recently added 11 HD channels in its Auburn, Ala., system.
DirecTV’s 3-D channel going part-time
June 25, 2012 2:35 pm | by The Associated Press | News | CommentsBetween a lack of content and a lack of consumer interest, the 3-D juggernaut is looking more like an M1 Abrams body on a Yugo chassis.
Study: N. Amer. No. 1 in home networking devices, thanks to MoCA
June 25, 2012 2:30 pm | by Mike Robuck | News | CommentsWhen it comes to home networking devices, North America is the worldwide leader.
Analyst upgrades Netflix
June 25, 2012 2:29 pm | by The Associated Press | News | CommentsA low share price coupled with a favorable competitive environment could make the company a good buy.
Study: Digital TV subs to reach nearly 129M by 2016
June 22, 2012 2:48 pm | by Mike Robuck | News | CommentsAccording to recent research, digital TV subscribers in North America will increase from 114 million last year to 129 million in 2016.
A battle for Internet freedom as U.N. meeting nears
June 22, 2012 2:45 pm | by The Associated Press | News | CommentsSecret negotiations among dozens of countries preparing for a United Nations summit could lead to changes in a global treaty that would diminish the Internet's role in economic growth and restrict the free flow of information.
Charter sponsors 2nd Battle of the Bands
June 22, 2012 2:36 pm | by Mike Robuck | News | CommentsFor the second year, Charter Communications is hosting Charter Center Stage 2012 Battle of the Bands, with the winner performing at the Taste of St. Louis.
Comcast offers Verizon Wireless in more markets
June 21, 2012 3:25 pm | by Brian Santo | News | CommentsThe MSO has begun offering the wireless service in several areas in Michigan and in a number of cities in states across the Southeast.
Verizon CEO: Video is 'the future' of wireless
June 21, 2012 3:24 pm | by Maisie Ramsay, Wireless Week | News | CommentsVerizon's top executive is aiming to use the company's spectrum deal with the cable industry as a key entry point for what he sees as the next major part of its business: mobile video.


