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Limbaugh Loses Almost 100 Sponsors In Scandal's Wake
The conservative radio host provoked the advertiser pullout by calling law student Sandra Fluke a slut and a prostitute after she had discussed with members of Congress her support of insurance coverage for contraceptives.
Wal-Mart Joins Hollywood's Physical Video Push By Offering Digital Conversions
Wal-Mart Stores Inc.(NYSE: WMT), the world's largest retailer, will allow customers to convert DVDs and Blu-ray discs to digital files starting April 16, the company said Wednesday.
'Game Change': How, Where & When To Watch Reruns of HBO's McCain-Palin Movie
Click here to find out how, where and when to watch reruns of Game Change, HBO's influential movie based on the 2008 John McCain-Sarah Palin presidential campaign.
New 1080p Apple TV Set Top Box Will Redefine Home Entertainment
The new iPad was the star of the Apple show on Wednesday, but something was also there wrestling to get some attention from the crowd that had gathered to see the new super tablet unveil. It is Apple TV, which is expected to go on sale later this year for only $99, or the same price as the previous version.
New Apple TV: Will the Device Compete With the iPad? Upgraded Interface and iCloud Storage Announced
Apple’s new iPad has been the talk of the tech community this week, but media gurus shouldn’t ignore the company’s other release: an upgraded Apple TV. Especially since a new software system allows an Apple TV to function almost entirely like an iPad, reported Australian news source News.com.au.
Apple Keynote 2012: Watch Tim Cook Talk New iPad in 90 Seconds [VIDEO]
The folks over at cultofmac.com edited Cook's keynote down to 90 seconds so you can listen to all the new features of the new iPad and Apple TV in an efficient way.
Rush Limbaugh Claims Advertisers Never Left Him After Sandra Fluke Insult
Over 40 advertisers with the Rush Limbaugh show said they ditched the show because of offensive comments the conservative talk show host made about Georgetown University Law student Sandra Fluke, but Limbaugh is claiming they all lied.
Limbaugh Loses Netflix, More Tech Advertisers, in Contraception Insult Flap
More technology advertisers, including Netflix (Nasdaq: NFLX), Stamps.com (Nasdaq: STMP) and PolyCom (Nasdaq:PLCM) have withdrawn from the “Rush Limbaugh Show” after the host’s derogatory remarks about a female Georgetown University law student.
Netflix Gearing up for Cable Partnership: How Will It Work?
Netflix is in talks with major cable companies over potentially adding the popular online streaming service to cable, Reuters reported.
Is Rush Limbaugh Winning? Protesting Advertisers See Stock-Price Slide, Buying Opportunity?
At least 29 sponsors have pulled their support from Rush Limbaugh’s radio program--and now it looks like they’re paying the price.
Netflix in Talks for Cable Partnership
Netflix Chief Executive Reed Hastings has quietly met with some of the largest U.S. cable companies in recent weeks to discuss adding the online movie streaming service to their cable offerings, according to sources familiar with matter.
Netflix Reported in Talks for Cable Partnership
Netflix Chief Executive Reed Hastings has quietly met with some of the largest U.S. cable companies in recent weeks to discuss adding the online movie streaming service to their cable offerings, according to sources familiar with matter.
Exclusive: Netflix in talks for cable partnership
Netflix Chief Executive Reed Hastings has quietly met with some of the largest U.S. cable companies in recent weeks to discuss adding the online movie streaming service to their cable offerings, according to sources familiar with matter.
Sony PS Vita vs Nintendo 3DS: Which Console Will Get High Score?
Last year, Nintendo launched its latest portable gaming device -- the 3DS, though it slipped on sales initially however eventually, it became the company's fastest-selling DS console till present. Further, last week during Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2012, Sony Computer Entertainment announced the official launch of its PSP successor - Sony PS Vita.
Netflix to Lose Starz Content on Feb. 29: 10 Best Titles to Watch Before the Expiration [SLIDESHOW]
Unfortunately for fans of Toy Story 3, Billy Madison or Mallrats, Starz's contract with Netflix is set to expire on Feb. 29, which makes today and tomorrow the last two days to enjoy more than 1,000 titles from the Starz Play section of the popular video streaming service.
PlayStation Network Down Again: March Sees First Maintenance Since Vita Release
PlayStation gamers, be sure to get in those last few rounds of “Uncharted” or “Battlefield” with your buddies before Thursday. On March 1st, the Sony PlayStation Network service will be down, according to its official blog. The hiatus, beginning around 11 a.m. and lasting until after midnight, seeks to address bugs, optimize performance, and perform necessary maintenance.
Apple: Why Won't They Pay Dividends?
Apple again refrained from paying dividends, despite a huge amount of cash on its balance sheet and clamor from some stockholders.
Can't decide what to watch on TV? A new app may help
Channel surfers know that finding a great show to watch on television can be a daunting task, especially among the hundreds of channels available.
Netflix: no plan to support BlackBerry, PlayBook
Online and mail-order video company Netflix has no plans to bring its streaming service to Research In Motion's PlayBook tablet.
PS Vita Release Date Reaches the U.S.: Five Things to Know
Gamers and PlayStation fans can check another major event off their calendar. Today, the entertainment and electronics company released the PS Vita, a sleek follow-up to the previous Play Station Portable (PSP). But is this new gaming device geared towards hardcore gamers or mobile app lovers? Unlike its predecessor, the Vita was designed and developed during the age of social networking and smartphones, giving it more of a modern edge. Here are five things to know about the latest Sony release....
Netflix Shares Tumble on Comcast Streaming Announcement
Shares of Los Gatos, Calif.-based Netflix were down more than 4 percent Wednesday following a day earlier announcement that Comcast was jumping into the online streaming foray.
Xfinity Streampix: $5/Month Cheaper Alternative to Netflix Video Streaming from Comcast
The nation's biggest cable company, Comcast, is set to unveil its new on-demand video streaming service, Xfinity Streampix, this week, which will be a cheaper alternative to competitor Netflix at $5 per month.
Comcast to Take on Netflix with Web Video Service
Comcast Corp, the No. 1 U.S. cable operator, became the latest major name to take on Netflix Inc on Tuesday when it announced plans for an online video service offering a library of TV shows and movies.
David Cross Confesses to Snorting Cocaine at White House Correspondents' Dinner with Girlfriend Amber Tamblyn [NSFW]
Arrested Development star David Cross confessed to snorting cocaine at the 2009 White House Correspondent's dinner, while in the presence of President Obama, in a recent interview with Playboy magazine, according to the NY Daily News.
David Cross Confesses to Snorting Cocaine at White House Correspondent's Dinner with Girlfriend Amber Tamblyn
Arrested Development star David Cross confessed to snorting cocaine at the 2009 White House Correspondent's dinner, while in the presence of President Obama, in a recent interview with Playboy magazine, according to the NY Daily News.
Netflix, Weinstein Co. Ink Content Deal for Undisclosed Sum
Netflix and the Weinstein Co. announced Tuesday it had entered into a multi-year licensing agreement that will make foreign language, documentary and certain other movies from The Weinstein Company available exclusively to U.S. Netflix subscribers.
'Downton Abbey' Downtime: What to Watch Until Season 3
Last night, our beloved Downton Abbey concluded its second season. We've been on board with the show from the moment we heard the series' dramatic overture. Since then, it's been a marathon of dressing gongs, fancy dinning utensils, secret affairs, stolen glances, bitter revenge, and constant Oh no, they didn't moments.
Aereo Hopes TV Viewers Will Cut the Cord; Backed by Diller Millions
The ongoing kerfuffle between classic TV services and the web's intermediaries has a new web-streaming combatant, Aereo, which announced on Wednesday a $20.5 million infusion of funding from media veteran Barry Diller.
Motorola Droid 4 Released: All About the Keypad-Enabled Smartphone
Droid 4, which was released Friday (Feb. 10), is Motorola's first 4G LTE smartphone that comes with the QWERTY keyboard.
Akamai Q4 beats as demand for online content soars
Internet content delivery company Akamai Technologies Inc posted a fourth-quarter profit above analysts' expectations, helped by growing demand for online content, sending its shares up 12 percent in trading after the bell.


