From iPhones, social media, video streaming, Uber and more, the turn of the year and the end of the decade marks a chance to reflect on the past 10 years of technological advancement. Netflix launched the first original streaming show, “House of Cards,” Feb. 1, 2013, to critical acclaim. Since then other popular streaming services […]
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Sabrina the Teenage Witch is on Netflix!?
The debut of a 1962 comic led to a hit series “Sabrina the Teenage Witch” (1996 – 2003) which aired on ABC Family for seven years. After over a decade the iconic witch is back, this time played by Kiernan Shipka in a new Netflix Original, “The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina.” The original story line […]
TV binging impacts lives of students
With the increasing popularity of subscription services, such as Netflix and Hulu, almost any show or movie is readily available at the click of a button. This may sound like a convenient way to watch content but too much time spent watching TV can take a toll on one’s health. Binge-watching is watching two or […]
Popular new platform ‘Twitch’ breaks internet
Twitch, an online platform for watching and streaming videos, has recently gained popularity among rappers, charities and streamers as live streaming becomes increasingly popular. Founded in 2011, the streaming service has exponentially expanded, combining video and streaming content to become one of the most visited internet platforms in North America. Currently owned by Amazon, the […]
How music sharing affects artists
Social media has made it easier for musicians to share their music without the help of a major label. However, there are still very few avenues to do so that are geared solely toward up-and-coming artists. Apps such as Soundcloud have allowed independent artists the ability to promote themselves and their music on their own […]
Original series plunge Netflix into major debt
Netflix original shows have captivated viewers worldwide. According to the Los Angeles Times, more than 50 Netflix original shows have won multiple Emmy Awards and have been nominated 91 times. However, original content has partially caused Netflix to fall into $20 billion of debt. “I was surprised because Netflix has been churning out originals left […]
On-demand music dominates industry
The first CD was released in 1982 and featured Billy Joel’s “52nd Street,” while 11 years later the Internet Underground Music Archive first allowed users to download songs. Nielsen Holdings N.V., a global information and measurement company, released its annual music report indicating that in 2015, more than 317 billion songs were streamed on-demand — […]