Cord Cutting News – November 2018

Roku’s Wireless Speakers

A well-known problem with Roku devices is its inability to sync with third-party soundbars, speakers, and audio receivers.  A few months ago Roku introduced Roku Wireless Speakers, which are now shipping.  The set, which includes two speakers, a Roku voice remote, and the new Roku Touch tabletop remote, will sell for $200. But if you purchase between this coming Sunday and Cyber Monday, Roku is discounting it down to $150.

Free Movies on YouTube

Google video service quietly started adding free, ad-supported movies to its “Movies & Shows” section in October. The roughly 100-title collection largely revolves around old or unspectacular movies that are long past their money-making primes, such as Legally Blonde, Agent Cody Banks and the original Terminator.

50% Off Streaming Devices

If you’re looking to pick up a new streaming media player, Black Friday is the best day to do it. Most streaming devices will hit all-time lows during the Black Friday season, with prices slashed by 50% or more.  Amazon’s new Fire Cube will be only $59 at Best Buy.  Roku Ultra is a steal for $48 at Walmart and Target.  $20 gets you the latest Google Chromecast at Walmart and Best Buy.  Also, there are crazy deals on Roku and Amazon smart TVs everywhere!

MLB To Launch an NFL Redzone Type Show

DAZN and Major League Baseball announced a 3 year $300 million deal to bring an NFL Redzone type show for MLB baseball to DAZN every weekend. According to DAZN “This show will seamlessly whip around live MLB games to showcase the most suspenseful moments, crucial plays and biggest rallies.”