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When ads start jumping to the second screen

Apr 28, 2014
A service could cut off an escape route from the commercial break.

Media, cell phone companies exploring ways to lower data costs

May 10, 2013
Media companies are considering subsidizing data-plan costs so smartphone users will keep watching video, wireless carriers will keep data revenue, and streaming shows can sell more ads.