TV channel guides

Public domain content for FAST channels: what is genuinely public domain in the US, how to verify it, restoration work, and why PD-only channels struggle.

Vertical video on TV is here: the microdrama wave, how TV interfaces are adapting, and how FAST channel operators can program vertical content today.

Every legit way to watch free live TV online in 2026: free streaming services, what channels you get, what hardware you need, and what the catch is. Spoiler: ads.

Where to watch free movies online legally in 2026: Tubi, Pluto TV, The Roku Channel, YouTube, and library apps, plus what the free experience is like.

Watch live TV on your phone free with apps like Tubi, Pluto TV, and Vidiyo on iOS and Android, plus real data-use numbers and browser playback tips.

How to watch news online free: ABC News Live, CBS News 24/7, NBC News NOW, local station streams, and free live news channels on Pluto TV and Roku.

What is an EPG? An electronic program guide lists what airs on each channel and when. Learn how EPG data flows via XMLTV and why it drives discoverability.

What is AVOD? Ad-supported video on demand lets viewers stream free in exchange for ads. Learn how AVOD works, how it differs from FAST, and the economics.

What is CTV? Connected TV is any television that streams video over the internet. Learn how CTV differs from smart TV and OTT, and why advertisers use it.

FAST stands for Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV: linear channels streamed over the internet, free to watch, funded by ads. How it works, who runs it, and why it is growing.

What is linear TV? Linear TV is scheduled programming on channels you tune into. Learn how it differs from on demand and why FAST channels made linear grow.

What is SCTE-35? SCTE-35 is the standard for signaling ad breaks inside a video stream. Learn how splice markers work and how SSAI uses them to insert ads.