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It's the best of AI and the best of Bravo, helping fans discover shows, dive deeper into their favorite moments, and connect with the Bravo universe like never before - all guided by me. Well, not exactly me, but a version of me!

When you open your Peacock mobile app this summer, you might see the AI likeness of TV host Andy Cohen pop up on your homepage. In an announcement on Friday, NBCUniversal said Cohen's avatar will serve as a guide through Peacock's 'infinitely swipeable' feed of clips from Bravo shows, like Love Island, The Real Housewives series, and Below Deck.

The 2026 Formula 1 season on Apple TV is off to a strong start, with fans responding positively and viewership up year over year for the first weekend, exceeding both F1 and Apple expectations. Apple didn't give any ratings or other details, but we can glean some clues from previous data. Last year, ESPN said the Australian GP averaged 1.1 million viewers, way up from the previous record of 659,000 in 2019.

Previously, users only saw a generic "Learn More" button beneath an ad for a movie or show. You couldn't tell whether the content was free or carried a price tag. Now, Amazon introduced more buttons to make things less ambiguous. They launched buttons titled "Watch Free," "Watch Now," or "Watch Live" that are supposed to improve transparency.

For the first time this year, podcasts eclipsed spoken word radio with 40% of listening time, as opposed to 39% for radio. The researchers have tracked these statistics over the last decade, and almost always, the percentage of time people spent listening to podcasts increased, while their time with spoken radio broadcasts decreased.

While so far YouTube Premium Lite gave you "most videos" ad-free and nothing more, starting now there's also support for background play and downloads for "most videos". This is rolling out "in the coming weeks" everywhere YouTube Premium Lite is available.

The Burbank media and entertainment company allegedly restricted the extent of opt-out requests, including complying with users' petitions only on the device or streaming services they processed it from, or stopping the sharing of consumers' personal data through Disney's advertising platform but not those of specific ad-tech companies whose code was embedded on Disney websites and apps, the attorney general's office said.

There's so much going on in the world, in our country, and hell, in our own work and family lives. Just because the headlines are straight out of a dystopian novel doesn't mean your kids stopped needing you to help with their homework. When our days are full of so many demands, no wonder we feel hyped up and anxious by the time the kids are in bed.

That's the idea behind the Tuneshine Album Art Display, which may become your newest favorite piece of technology. Created by Tobias Butler and lovingly assembled by hand in the USA, this charming little display brings a touch of vintage record store vibes into the streaming age. It basically shows off the album artwork of the song or album that's currently playing. But if you're not using it, it can also serve as an image display device.

Millennials, the generation born between 1981 and 1996, have grown up in the middle of rapid technological advancements and societal changes. Their unique experiences and values have impacted several aspects of culture, from consumer behavior and communication styles to lifestyle choices and relationship trends. As a result, certain fads and practices that were once popular have fallen out of favor with this influential generation.

Robert Kyncl, the chief executive of Warner Music Group, said the deal showed that artificial intelligence could be pro-artist when it is licensed to reflect the value of music. This landmark pact with Suno is a victory for the creative community that benefits everyone, he said. With Suno rapidly scaling, both in users and monetisation, we've seized this opportunity to shape models that expand revenue and deliver new fan experiences.

Just in time for the holidays, several major streaming platforms have begun Black Friday savings early for both new and returning customers. This includes big discounts on HBO Max, a Hulu and Disney+ bundle, and Apple TV, all running through Cyber Monday, December 1st. New and returning subscribers can lock in HBO Max's Basic with Ads plan for $2.99 per month (down from $10.99) for 12 months.

I guess we're past the era of " and that's what you missed on Glee." Amazon's Prime Video streamer is adding AI-generated "Video Recaps" to help viewers catch up between seasons of shows, the company announced on Wednesday. According to Amazon, the feature "utilizes generative AI to create theatrical-quality season recaps with synchronized narration, dialogue, and music." It will begin rolling out in beta on Wednesday for select Prime Originals, like "Fallout," "Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan," and "Upload."

"As part of the new deal, Disney's full suite of networks and stations -- including ESPN and ABC -- have already begun to be restored to YouTube TV subscribers," The Walt Disney Co. said in a statement. "We are pleased that our networks have been restored in time for fans to enjoy the many great programming options this weekend, including college football."

If you've been considering upgrading your internet service, now is the perfect time because Verizon is offering a major holiday deal. When you sign up for the company's at $60 a month, you'll receive a free 43-inch Samsung Class Q7F QLED 4K TV, a bonus valued at $400. Additionally, Verizon is including a five-year price lock guarantee, meaning your monthly bill will stay at $60 for the next five years with no surprise increases.

The streaming services have duked it out on several fronts over the years - battling to put out countless movies and TV shows, grow subscribers domestically and internationally, gain live sports and television, and deliver ad-supported tiers to customers. But these streamers are just as defined by how often they reinvent themselves, as with the rebranding of HBO Max a.k.a. Max a.k.a. HBO Max and Apple TV's recent choice to drop the plus.

Michael Jordan is back in the NBA with NBC, and that network brought the sounds of Roundball Rock back as well. Amazon Prime is entering the league after hiring many broadcasters who were with Turner Sports in recent years. ESPN acquired Inside the NBA, the most popular studio show in league history. The Warriors helped open the new NBA season on Tuesday night. A new 11-year, $76 billion TV deal kicked in along with it.

It's official, Apple TV+ is dead. In a recent press release, the streaming service announced that it would be dropping the plus, rebranding to the snappier title, Apple TV. I doubt I'm alone in admitting that I've always called it by the 'new' name, but with a fresh logo design making things official, it seems Apple has finally cottoned on. It's a subtle reinvention that will likely go unnoticed, but it's already confusing some users.

HBO Max subscribers will no longer be able to watch CNN from the streaming platform as of November 17, Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) informed customers today. After this date, HBO Max subscribers will still be able to watch some CNN content, including shows and documentaries, on demand. The CNN Max livestream for HBO Max launched as an open beta in September 2023.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. More people are stepping away from the minimalist, open-concept kitchens that seemed to dominate design decisions for the past two decades. We want to personalize our kitchens, considering how much time we spend in them. Plus, many of us are seeking cozy comforts in today's world. This has revived past trends like choosing charming 1990s kitchen color schemes over monotonous monotone and collecting secondhand cookware and serveware to mix modern and vintage kitchen items.

We have reached a moment where the model for traditional cinemas has fundamentally shifted,