Aug 26th, 2008 · A look at one key hour of cable news coverage of the Democratic convention Monday night reveals less shouting from liberal-leaning MSNBC's Keith Olbermann and company, who soft-pedaled conflict among Democrats. Over at Fox News, Bill O'Reilly remained a full-force conservative factor.
May 16th, 2008 · You would think that technology like TiVo would make it easy for people to skip commercials to get back to the programming they love. A study by Advertising Age suggests otherwise.
Dec 2nd, 2007 · Under a new deal, TiVo will provide NBC with second-by-second information about its subscribers' viewing habits, which the TV network can then share with advertisers. Andrea Seabrook talks with Wired magazine editor Nancy Miller.
Jun 11th, 2007 · The series finale of The Sopranos is a hot water-cooler topic. But many who planned to watch the last episode of the long-running HBO show by tape, TiVo or rerun are now trying to avoid hearing how it all wrapped up.
May 15th, 2007 · If you missed your favorite TV show last night, maybe you'll watch it later on a DVR -- and fast-forward through the commercials. That's one of the many challenges advertisers are trying to overcome as decide whether it's still worth their while to spend money on 30 seconds of network airtime.
Feb 7th, 2007 · As Wal-Mart launches an online service allowing consumers to download movies onto PCs or portable video devices, Amazon.com counters by working with TiVo to allow consumers to download films directly into their TVs.
Mar 1st, 2006 · For NPR film critic Bob Mondello, there's little about the Academy Awards that can't wait until after some dinner and company. This makes the technology of TiVo a key aid in his household on Oscar night.
Feb 28th, 2006 · In response to technology that allows TV viewers to skip the ads, KFC has hidden a message in its commercials. It can be discerned when played back slowly on a VCR or DVR. And that effort earns a viewer a coupon for a chicken sandwich.