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Google reportedly signs CBS to Internet TV deal, Fox and Disney may be next

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By Michael Heller

Updated: Oct 19, 2016, 7:00 PM

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Google reportedly signs CBS to Internet TV deal, Fox and Disney may be next

There have been rumors circulating for a while that Google is working on putting together a streaming internet TV service to offer to cable cord cutters. Google hasn't always had the best luck negotiating with media companies, but the latest word is that Google has advanced in talks with some TV channels and even signed one of the biggest in CBS.

Google has reportedly signed CBS and will offer everything CBS shows, including NFL games. Word has it that Google is also close to a deal with Fox and is in "advanced talks" NBCUniversal and Disney. The service is expected to be a so-called "skinny bundle" similar to what users can get from something like Sling TV and cost somewhere between $25 and $40.

The streaming TV service is rumored to be called "Unplugged" -- because cord cutting, obviously -- and be part of the YouTube platform, although it will likely be separate from YouTube Red. And, assuming Google can get all of the deals in place, the Unplugged web TV service could go live as soon as Q1 2017.

source: WSJ

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Michael Heller is known for his clear and informative articles on mobile technology. He explores important topics such as the rollouts of 5G networks and the advancements in mobile payments, offering readers insights into the evolving tech landscape.

Google reportedly signs CBS to Internet TV deal, Fox and Disney may be next

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