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The BBC’s licence fee has no long-term future and could be replaced by subscriptions, say MPs

Feb26
by on February 26, 2015 at 12:38 pm
Posted In: Around the Web, BBC, Committe for Culture, Licence Fee, Media and Sport, parliament, UK

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The UK parliament’s Culture, Media and Sport Committee says the BBC licence fee has “no long-term future” and advocates the introduction of a broadcasting levy, in a new report. The Future of the BBC (PDF) will be presented in the House of Commons later today. It argues that there’s a need for major changes to the way the corporation is funded and governed. Everyone who owns a television in the UK is currently required to pay the licence fee which funds the majority of the BBC activities. The committee admits that the BBC makes “a valuable contribution to many people’s lives as the…

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Booking Now for iOS comes to Europe with the promise of simplifying last-minute accommodation booking

Feb26
by on February 26, 2015 at 12:23 pm
Posted In: Apps, Around the Web, Product Updates, UK

Booking.com has today announced the launch of its Booking Now app for iOS users in the UK, following its launch in the US and Canada in January. Available to download from the App Store now, the updated Booking Now app lets travelers book last-minute accommodation in just two taps. More than simplicity though, it also offers a tailored booking experience that personalizes real-time search to find properties that match the user’s “unique traveller profile,” the company said. More bookings equal more personalized matches. As you’re swiping your way around the available matches and options, any that particularly stand out can…

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The 50″ LG TV + Sound Bar giveaway

Feb26
by on February 26, 2015 at 11:39 am
Posted In: Around the Web, Gadgets, Offers, TNWDeals

Whether you’re currently without a TV or looking for an upgrade from your current model, listen up: we’ve got an offer you can’t miss. We’re giving away a gorgeous 50-inch LG TV and Sound Bar for the ultimate home entertainment experience — for free. Enter our giveaway today for your chance to win this premium prize pack! Valued at $800, this giveaway will bring some much-welcome light into your living room. The 50-inch LG is a full HD 1080p LED TV with 120Hz refresh rate. And the sound bar will be a nice improvement from the stock speakers to give you…

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Spotify desktop update brings Musixmatch integration for full song lyrics

Feb26
by on February 26, 2015 at 11:11 am
Posted In: Apps, Around the Web, Insider, Musixmatch, spotify, update

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Spotify has announced the latest update for its desktop app. The biggest news is that it’s integrating lyrics using Musixmatch, the world’s largest catalog of song words. To sing along, you’ll just need to select a song in the desktop app and hit the new Lyrics button. You can also search and browse popular lyrics from Spotify’s top songs using its Explore feature. There’s also a new version of Friend Feed which makes it easier to see what other people are listening to. Scrolling down the sidebar shows the playlists, songs and artists your friends are checking out. Along with the other changes to…

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Spotify desktop update brings Musixmatch integration for full song lyrics

Feb26
by on February 26, 2015 at 11:11 am
Posted In: Apps, Around the Web, Desktop, Insider, spotify, update

Musixmatch Integration Hozier
Spotify has announced the latest update for its desktop app. The biggest news is that it’s integrating lyrics using Musixmatch, the world’s largest catalog of song words. To sing along, you’ll just need to select a song in the desktop app and hit the new Lyrics button. You can also search and browse popular lyrics from Spotify’s top songs using its Explore feature. There’s also a new version of Friend Feed which makes it easier to see what other people are listening to. Scrolling down the sidebar shows the playlists, songs and artists your friends are checking out. Along with the other changes to…

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