By Phillip Swann
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Former editor of 4 TV magazines. Author of TV Dot Com.
In case you missed the latest top stories and features (January 17, 2023) at TV Answer Man, here’s a summary with links. (If our newsletter’s subscribers have trouble with the links, just go to TVAnswerMan.com to see all of the latest updates and more.)
Amazon to Invest In Diamond Sports; Prime Video to Stream Bally Sports
Diamond Sports may have finally received its lifeline with an investment from the nation’s largest online retailer. Here’s what we know.
Fox to Stream Packers-49ers In 4K HDR; Will Any Other Playoff Games Be In 4K?
Things are looking up for 4K enthusiasts with another NFL playoff game set to be aired in the format. But what else do they have to look forward to?
Lawsuit Challenging NFL Sunday Ticket Set For Trial Next Month
Just when you think the NFL can’t do wrong, news comes that the league’s hold on exclusive TV contracts could be challenged in court next month.
DIRECTV Slams Diamond Sports Before Next Week’s Hearing On Fees
And speaking of court dates, DIRECTV has one next week with the newly fortified Diamond Sports over carriage fees.
NBC: Peacock’s Chiefs-Dolphins Game Breaks Streaming Records
Did you think Peacock’s exclusive presentation of Saturday night’s Chiefs-Dolphins game would fall on its face? Think again.
NFL Sets Times, TV Channels For Divisional Playoff Round
And speaking of the NFL, the league has set the times and channels for this weekend’s second playoff round.
NBA League Pass: Comcast, DIRECTV, Dish Offering Free Preview
It’s mid-season for the NBA, which means you can watch league games for free.
Netflix to Stream ‘Inside the NFL’ Starting Today
With all the talk of sports and television, Netflix couldn’t help themselves. The streaming giant just acquired the rights to the popular NFL highlights show.
ESPN to Air Baylor-Texas Hoops Action In 4K
More for 4K fans: ESPN’s latest college basketball game in the format.
Comcast Moves Pirates, Penguins to More Expensive Package
And while Diamond Sports might be feeling better about the RSN business this morning, Comcast sends a signal that it shouldn’t get too comfortable. Here’s why.
DIRECTV Stream Adds Utah Jazz Channel
If you live in Utah, you have another streaming option to catch your home town NBA team.
DIRECTV & Tegna Sign New Deal; Blackout Over
And finally, from the weekend, DIRECTV ended its six-week carriage dispute with the local broadcaster, Tegna.
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The TV Answer Man is veteran journalist Phillip Swann who has covered the TV technology scene for more than three decades. He will report on the latest news and answer your questions regarding new devices and services that are changing the way you watch television. See the bio for Phillip Swann here.
