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TiVo adds ‘Netflix button’

TiVo has struck a deal with Netflix that will see the streaming service further integrated into the DVR and TV tech firm’s settops and a Netflix button added to TiVo remote controls. Shares in US-listed TiVo spiked on the news before settling to end slightly up on the previous day. The Netflix-friendly settop and remote […]

Netflix cleared on Rovi patents, judge rules

Netflix has been found innocent of infringing patents for interactive programming guides owned by TV technology company Rovi by a US judge. Santa Clara-based Rovi has brought cases against several rival companies over its on-screen TV guides and has already made settlements with the likes of TV maker LG Electronics and Mitsubishi. The firm is […]