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Hardware still rules for Dish, as electronics fade at annual CES event

"Declines in wired video service are definitely not something that traditional providers are ignoring," said Glenn Hower, a research analyst with researcher Parks Associates.

He pointed to the new streaming TV services, such as Sling and Comcast's Stream TV. And DirecTV, which was acquired by AT&T in July, he said, has "fiercely held onto the rights for the NFL Sunday Ticket, which is a huge seller for them."

From the article "Hardware Still Rules For Dish, As Electronics Fade At Annual CES Event" by Tamara Chuang.

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