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NBCUniversal to launch ad-supported, free streaming service for US, international markets
2019-01-15 09:41:00| Telecompaper Headlines
(Telecompaper) NBCUniversal said it will be launching a new streaming service in 2020, offering premium content for free in the US and major international markets. The service will be ad-supported, running on partnerships with advertisers and distributors, but there will also be an ad-free version, for a non-specified fee.
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Roku launches ad-supported streaming channel
2017-09-06 15:30:47| Digital TV News
Roku has announced the launch of 'The Roku Channel,' a new streaming channel on the Roku platform specifically dedicated to giving customers free access to a collection of top films and more.
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BT to replace payphones with ad-supported Wi-Fi kiosks
2016-10-25 11:20:00| Telecompaper Headlines
(Telecompaper) BT has announced plans to roll out new kiosks in London offering free Wi-Fi and calls, supported by advertising. The UK operator is working with Intersection, which already works on a similar service in New York City, and the outdoor advertising company PrimeSight. The new service, called LinkUK from BT, will see kiosks called Links rolled out to major high streets across the capital. Hundreds of users within range of a Link will be able to access free Wi-Fi with speeds up to 1Gbps. Other free services available from the Links will include UK landline and mobile calls, mobile device charging and access to maps, directions and local services.
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Vudu launches free ad-supported VOD Service
2016-10-18 20:30:07| Digital TV News
Vudu, Walmarts subscription-free video streaming service, has introduced Vudu Movies on Us, a program offering customers thousands of movie and TV titles to watch free, and on-demand, with limited commercials.
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TV viewers would rather watch ad-supported online TV than pay for a subscription
2016-09-27 19:40:26| Digital TV News
The online TV market appears to be settling on monthly or yearly subscriptions as its pay model of choice. But according to Hub, a majority of TV consumers (53%) say they actually prefer free TV, where they 'pay' by viewing commercials.
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