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A CNET reviewer watches a Lakers–Bucks game via Apple’s Vision Pro and finds the experience impressive in video quality and 3D immersion but lacking essential interactivity, multi-screen stats, and flexible viewing options; two years into Vision Pro’s life, the package remains expensive and not yet transformative enough to surpass traditional viewing for devoted fans.
Elle Duncan, a veteran ESPN host, is leaving the network to become Netflix's lead host for their expanding live sports coverage, starting with the event Skyscraper Live featuring climber Alex Honnold. Netflix is increasing its sports content, including deals with Major League Baseball and NFL, and will also host popular sports podcasts.
Apple is in negotiations to acquire the rights to broadcast Formula 1 in the U.S., aiming to expand its live sports offerings, competing with ESPN and other bidders, amid a growing popularity of F1-related entertainment and viewership.
This weekend's NFL games promise potential upsets following Thursday's surprise Browns victory over the Steelers. Key matchups include the Chiefs vs. Panthers and Titans vs. Texans. Fans can watch games via various streaming services like Paramount+, Peacock, and Hulu with Live TV, or use an HD antenna for free local broadcasts. NFL viewing packages like NFL+ and Sunday Ticket offer additional options for out-of-market games.
Mike Tyson experienced a health scare due to an ulcer flare-up during a flight from Miami to Los Angeles, raising concerns about his upcoming fight with Jake Paul. Despite the incident, Tyson's spokesperson confirmed he is "doing great" and has no plans to withdraw from the July 20 bout, which will be broadcast live on Netflix.
Netflix is set to release its first quarter results, with Wedbush Securities Vice President of Equity Research Alicia Reese attributing the stock's 25% year-to-date increase to the company's password-sharing crackdown and the launch of its ad tier. Reese believes the ad-tier subscribers will ultimately be more valuable than premium-tier subscribers, and she anticipates Netflix will beat expectations due to free cash flow growth and a focus on licensed content over original content. Additionally, Netflix is expected to expand into live sports content, with the company set to announce its quarterly results after the market close on Thursday.
Netflix's $5 billion deal to broadcast live wrestling, including WWE's "Raw" and "SmackDown," signals a shift towards live programming and a collision with traditional media, as the streaming giant aims to combine its original content with the immediacy of live sports and entertainment. The move reflects a trend of streaming services offering live professional sports, with Netflix seeking to broaden its appeal and drive ad revenue by 2025. The deal is seen as a defensive move to match the breadth of live content available on rival services, and Netflix may venture into more live events while avoiding bidding for expensive sports rights.
Major streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon, Apple, and Google have made significant strides in securing live sports rights, with Netflix recently acquiring WWE Raw for an astounding $5 billion over ten years. This marks a shift in the sports media landscape, with each major streaming platform now having a flagship live sports property. The increased competition is expected to lead to higher rights fees and further fragmentation of sports rights, potentially making it more challenging for fans to access content. With the seal broken, it's likely that more live sports will be heading to streaming platforms in the near future.
Netflix's co-CEO Ted Sarandos stated that the streaming giant's recent deal to acquire the rights to WWE's Monday Night Raw does not signal a shift in its stance on live sports. Sarandos emphasized that while Netflix is in the sports business, it is not pursuing major rights commitments to traditional sports leagues. The deal, valued at $5 billion over 10 years, will bring Raw to Netflix in 2025 and includes streaming rights in several territories. Sarandos highlighted the scripted nature of WWE's programming as fitting into Netflix's focus on the drama of sports, and noted the potential for global distribution and ad revenue. Despite this move, Netflix maintains that it does not represent a change in its broader sports strategy.
NBCUniversal's streaming service, Peacock, will exclusively stream an NFL playoff game for the first time, marking a significant test for the platform's ability to handle a large audience and attract new subscribers. With high stakes and technical challenges, the company hopes to leverage the game to drive Peacock's growth and engagement, despite skepticism about its competitiveness in the streaming market. The event represents a pivotal moment for Peacock's future and its potential to become a major player in the streaming industry.
YouTube TV is introducing a new option in its app that allows users to reduce broadcast delay for 48 hours, helping to minimize live spoilers and keep up with live sports. However, users will have to choose between a lesser broadcast delay or better stability, as reducing the delay increases the likelihood of playback interruptions. The option is available in the YouTube TV app under the "More" menu, giving users the choice between the default delay and a decreased delay for 48 hours.
Netflix is set to stream its first-ever live sporting event, the Netflix Cup, a golf tournament featuring F1 racing stars and professional golfers. The event will take place on Tuesday, November 14th at 3 p.m. PT and will be available for streaming on demand following the live broadcast. Viewers can use a VPN to access the event from anywhere in the world, with ExpressVPN being recommended as a secure and reliable option.
Warner Bros. Discovery plans to launch a new "Bleacher Report" add-on package to its streaming service, Max, starting October 5. The package will include access to live sporting events such as NBA, MLB, NHL, and NCAA games, as well as popular programs like "Inside the NBA." The company aims to stream 300 live games per year and will charge $9.99 per month for access to Bleacher Report after February 29. Warner Bros. Discovery is looking to attract more subscribers to Max while maintaining relationships with cable subscribers. The company also plans to launch a "CNN Max" service on the streaming hub.
NBCUniversal's streaming service, Peacock, has experienced significant growth, largely driven by its sports portfolio. The company plans to continue leveraging live sports to attract viewers, with upcoming deals such as the NFL, Nascar, golf, Premier League, and the Paris Olympics. Peacock's simultaneous streaming of sports events on its TV networks and streaming platform has provided extensive reach at a lower cost to consumers. NBCUniversal is also considering bringing the NBA back to its portfolio, while Disney is exploring potential partnerships or minority investors for ESPN.
ESPN is reportedly developing a subscription-based streaming service, code-named "Flagship," geared towards cable cord-cutters. The service would not affect ESPN's TV channels for cable subscribers. ESPN+ currently streams MLB and NHL games, but not high-value NFL and NBA games. The shift towards sports streaming continues to grow, with tech companies and broadcast outlets seeing the value of live sports programming.