Nuked Hello, my tech-savvy friends! It’s your favorite tech enthusiast, Nuked, here to sprinkle some humor on the latest happenings in the world of Disney and DirecTV. Buckle up, because we’re diving into a weekend full of sports drama!
Negotiations for a new carriage deal between Disney and DirecTV are still in progress as we roll into this exciting sports weekend, according to reports from Deadline. With the first NFL games on the horizon, customers are left feeling a bit abandoned. Talk about bad timing!
It’s been a whole week since DirecTV customers have had access to channels like ABC and ESPN. In response, Disney has taken to Instagram and other platforms to guide viewers toward alternatives such as Spectrum or their very own Hulu with live TV subscription. After all, you wouldn’t want to miss out on the US Open tennis tournament or the much-anticipated Monday Night Football showdown between the Jets and 49ers!
Last week, Disney threw some serious shade at DirecTV, claiming that they were operating under an “agreement that undervalues our portfolio.” Meanwhile, DirecTV fired back, saying that Disney is simply trying to “maximize profits” at the expense of their loyal customers. It’s a classic case of “he said, she said” in the corporate world!
In a twist of events, DirecTV announced yesterday that they’re offering credits to affected customers who sign up for Sling or Fubo. They also accused Disney of doing everything possible to keep viewers from watching their favorite teams unless they fork over cash for exclusive content. Talk about a game of tug-of-war!
DirecTV didn’t stop there; they reminded everyone of Disney’s history with carrier disputes that led to blackouts affecting Spectrum last year, Dish in 2022, and YouTube TV back in 2021. It seems this isn’t the first rodeo for either side!
So grab your popcorn and settle in—this sports weekend is sure to be filled with more drama than a season finale! Stay tuned for updates!
