Eric Chiu

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Articles

This Is Why Gen Z and Millennials Love Bundling Cell Phone and Internet Service

1 month ago | cabletv.com | Eric Chiu

If you’ve peeked at the headlines lately, you’re likely seen all the news about tariffs. With the cost of everything from the Nintendo Switch to Stanley cups potentially set to skyrocket, over inflation and price increases has followed suit. However, some internet service providers (ISPs) have responded to this trend by doubling down on one savings tool in particular: cell phone and internet service bundles.
How To Watch the 2025 Senior Bowl

Jan 27, 2025 | cabletv.com | Eric Chiu

The college football season might be over, but that doesn’t mean we have to say goodbye to the college gridiron just yet. The Reese’s Senior Bowl is an annual all-star game that features the nation’s best college football players and future NFL stars. Whether you’re a college football fan or an NFL Draft follower looking to track draft prospects, here’s what you need to know about watching the 2025 Senior Bowl. What channel is the Senior Bowl on?
The Best Smart Sensors for Alexa, Apple Home, and Google Home

Oct 22, 2024 | nytimes.com | Eric Chiu

Smart sensors are a bit like the power-ups you might aim for in a video game—add one or several to your smart home, and they’ll give your system a turbo boost. These matchbox-sized devices are typically small enough not to stand out and are meant to be placed in areas where you want to monitor activity or changes in ambient conditions, and once something happens, they send you a smartphone alert.
The Best Hotspot Data Plans to Help You Stay Connected

Oct 17, 2024 | moneytalksnews.com | Eric Chiu

Editor's Note: This story comes from CableTV.com. Do you frequently need to get online when you’re on the road? Whether you’re connecting two or 20 devices to the internet, hotspots are valuable tools to have in your on-the-road arsenal. T-Mobile offers the most value-packed standalone and mobile hotspot plans, while Verizon has the biggest data plans and stellar bundle discounts.
The best cordless stick vacuums in 2024, tested by editors | CNN Underscored

Oct 15, 2024 | cnn.com | Rachel Quigley |Suzanne Kattau |Lindsay Boyers |Eric Chiu

Rachel Quigley/CNN Underscored The best cordless stick vacuums we tested Best cordless stick vacuum: Dyson V11 AnimalBest budget cordless stick vacuum: Bissell 3177A IconPet Turbo EdgeBest cordless stick vacuum for smaller spaces: Black + Decker Powerseries Extreme Max Unlike their bagged, corded siblings, today’s cordless stick vacuums are compact and lightweight cleaning powerhouses.
How To Watch the 2024 WNBA Playoffs

Sep 19, 2024 | cabletv.com | Eric Chiu

This year’s WNBA Playoffs features a bounty of storylines to cap off one of the biggest seasons in league history. With the finals underway, can the New York Liberty go all the way after a dominant season? Or will the Minnesota Lynx add a fifth WNBA title to the organization’s trophy case? Get ready to watch some fast-paced WNBA action! Here’s what you need to know about watching the 2024 WNBA Playoffs. Want to watch WNBA games on TV?
Oregon, Washington Football Games Blocked During Xfinity–Big Ten Network Dispute

Aug 29, 2024 | cabletv.com | Eric Chiu

Big Ten Network blacked out on West Coast USC, UCLA, Washington, and Oregon left the Pac-12 last year over concerns that their football games couldn’t get nationally broadcast on TV. But in an unfortunate turn of events, they’re running into similar broadcast problems in the Big Ten. The Big Ten Network (BTN) won’t be available to West Coast Xfinity subscribers this weekend due to a carriage dispute between the Big Ten and Xfinity.
How To Watch Packers vs. Eagles and More

Aug 12, 2024 | cabletv.com | Eric Chiu

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How To Watch Volleyball at the 2024 Summer Olympics

Jul 26, 2024 | cabletv.com | Eric Chiu

For volleyball fans, the 2024 Summer Olympics come with a bounty of great storylines. Can the U.S. women’s teams claim back-to-back gold medals? Will France claim victory in front of a hometown crowd? Could Norway’s Anders Mol and Christian Sørum hold off Sweden’s David Ahman and Jonatan Hellvig on the court? We don’t have the answers to those questions. But we do know how to watch every volleyball matchup during the Summer Olympics in Paris.
How To Watch the 2024 WNBA All-Star Game

Jul 17, 2024 | cabletv.com | Eric Chiu

With record-breaking viewership numbers, regular ticket sellouts, and a rookie class led by stars like Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, the 2024 WNBA season has been one for the books. This weekend, the league will continue its momentum with the WNBA All-Star Game, which will feature 24 of the league’s best players facing off on the court. Whether you’re a new or longtime WNBA fan, let’s break down everything to know about watching the 2024 WNBA All-Star Game live.