Consolidation and curation (that is, owning the most media properties and serving the best content) seem to be the overarching goals of the players involved. An increasing number of people are cutting the cord in favor of dedicated streaming alternatives (even if there are still some good reasons to keep the cord).Įntertainment and tech giants are not blind to the threat, however, and the media landscape is rapidly changing. However, speedier internet connections and an abundance of media streaming devices have accelerated the decline of traditional cable. They were supplements to the programs you watched on their first (and second) runs on cable TV. Streaming services started as an add-on to DVD and digital download offerings, and featured a trickle of second-run movies and TV shows. Since 1982, PCMag has tested and rated thousands of products to help you make better buying decisions. ( See how we test everything we review (Opens in a new window).) How to Set Up Two-Factor Authentication.How to Record the Screen on Your Windows PC or Mac.How to Convert YouTube Videos to MP3 Files.How to Save Money on Your Cell Phone Bill.How to Free Up Space on Your iPhone or iPad.
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