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James Willcox

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Sr. Tech Ed. at Consumer Reports. Guitar enthusiast, sailboat racer. The views expressed are solely my own and don't reflect those of my employer.

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Hate the Ads on Paid Streaming Platforms? America Agrees with You.

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By James Willcox Verified
| Consumer Reports Verified
Too many ads on popular streaming apps—and poorly timed ones—annoy viewers, according to a new CR survey June 22, 2026 A nationally representative survey by Consumer Reports reveals what irritates people about the ads on streaming platforms. Illustration: Pete Ryan Until I started using ad-supported streaming services, yelling at the TV was an activity usually reserved for watching the New York Jets.
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Best TV Brands of 2026

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By James Willcox Verified
| Consumer Reports Verified
Who makes the best TV? LG? Samsung? Or is it Hisense or TCL? We evaluate 12 TV brands using lab tests, survey data, and pricing. March 20, 2026 When you shop through retailer links on our site, we may earn affiliate commissions. 100% of the fees we collect are used to support our nonprofit mission. Learn more.
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6 Live TV Streaming Services That Let You Cut Cable TV

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By James Willcox Verified
| Consumer Reports Verified
DirecTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, Philo, Sling TV, and YouTube TV promise to replicate cable TV with lower monthly bills—but their own prices are rising Updated March 4, 2026 When you shop through retailer links on our site, we may earn affiliate commissions. 100% of the fees we collect are used to support our nonprofit mission. Learn more. These streaming services and apps let you cut the cord by streaming live channels online.
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