HBO going: HBO announced that it will take a step away from cable and satellite by offering its video streaming service, HBO Go, as a stand-alone product, allowing those who don’t subscribe to cable to watch its movies and series. It’s welcome news to those looking to cut the cord with cable companies that are reluctant to offer customers ala carte options for channels.
Comcast needn’t be concerned about losing customers to a change in consumer preferences; just ask Blockbuster.
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Check that dipstick: Jay Leno could make a return soon to nightly TV. CNBC is looking to broadcast the former “Tonight Show” host’s Web-based series, “Jay Leno’s Garage.”
On second thought, Comcast, you’re fine. Who’s going to want to miss episodes of “Jay Leno’s Garage” and the Weather Channel’s “Fat Guys in the Woods”?
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Mahm! The power’s out: The state ferry Tacoma will be out of service until next year while repairs continue on its electrical system after a fuse blew in July and crippled the ferry.
To prevent a repeat of the costly failure, the state ferry system is banning the onboard use of all hair dryers.
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