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“This is one of the biggest challenges I’m facing with my colleagues at PBS,” Perry Simon told TechCon attendees, “but we’re committed to it.”
Funds from the electronics company backed development of apps customized for its Tizen platform.
PBS says limiting national content to local markets will help avoid viewer confusion and strengthen station brands.
Local public TV stations continue to clear streaming rights as PBS negotiates with digital providers.
The lifestyle and how-to programs will be available on Amazon’s Prime Video Channels.
“At the beginning of a presidential candidacy, to be doing a valentine to one candidate, I just don’t think it’s a very smart thing to do,” said Oregon Public Broadcasting CEO Steve Bass.
The PBS president told an audience at the Television Critics Association Winter Press Tour to “stay tuned” for possible announcements involving Sling TV and YouTube TV.
TV stations are now required to renew satellite carriage requests every three years.
The FCC must set reimbursement rules for translators and FM stations by March 23.