Cordkillers 503 - Siri Would Like a Word
Is Apple declaring victory or submitting to failure?Is MoviePass a heel or hero? And how will AI affect your channel navigation by voice?
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Supply Run
Apple is planning to develop an [Apple TV app for Android phones](https://www.thurrott.com/apple/303265/apple-tv-app-for-android-phones-is-reportedly-in-the-works), expanding its reach beyond Android TV. This reflects the consolidation phase of streaming TV, where successful platforms aim to broaden their audience.
### Search Party (Shows and Channels - What to Watch)
- *The Bear*: Season 3 [returns June 27](https://variety.com/2024/tv/news/the-bear-season-3-trailer-1236006761/).
- *Hacks*: [Renewed](https://deadline.com/2024/05/hacks-renewed-season-4-max-1235944378/) for a fourth season on Max.
- *Transformers/G.I. Joe*: Chris Hemsworth is [in talks](https://deadline.com/2024/05/chris-hemsworth-transformers-g-i-joe-crossover-movie-1235945119/) to star in this crossover movie.
- *Moana 2*: Set to [release in theaters on November 27](https://variety.com/2024/film/trailers/moana-2-trailer-disney-dwayne-johnson-auli%ca%bbi-cravalho-1235924692/).
- *Pachinko*: Season 2 [premieres on Apple TV+](https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/30/24167812/pachinko-season-2-apple-tv-plus-release-date) on August 23.
- *Vision*: Paul Bettany will reprise his role in a new [Disney+ series](https://variety.com/2024/tv/news/marvel-vision-paul-bettany-terry-matalas-1236003735/) coming in 2026.
- *Venom: The Last Dance*: [Releases in theaters](https://www.theverge.com/24170379/venom-the-last-dance-trailer) on October 25.
- *Outlander*: Season 7 Part 2 [returns to Starz](https://deadline.com/2024/06/outlander-season-7-part-2-premiere-date-season-8-cast-1235956814/) on November 22.
Buried Treasure
Brian mentioned several shows and movies including MoviePass, Hacks, and Furiosa. Tom highlighted Star Trek: Discovery among other topics.
Scanning the Horizon
- *Netflix's Strategy*: Co-CEO Ted Sarandos [discussed Netflix's broad programming approach](https://deadline.com/2024/05/ted-sarandos-regrets-netflix-hbo-comparison-breaking-news-business-1235941628/) and their decision to avoid breaking news.
- *Viewership Data*: The Netflix Cup had 700,000 viewers, while the film Leave the World Behind reached 121 million views and the series One Piece had 72 million views .
- *HBO's Performance*: Nikki Glaser’s comedy special [generated 2 million viewers](https://deadline.com/2024/05/fast-channels-us-growth-rate-streaming-1235924255/) across platforms, setting records on Max.
- *FAST Channels*: Growth in FAST (Free Ad-supported Streaming TV) channels has slowed, with 1,943 channels currently available.
- *Amazon's AI Search*: Amazon introduced an [AI-powered search experience](https://www.thurrott.com/a-i/303276/amazon-launches-new-ai-powered-search-experience-on-fire-tv) on FireOS devices, enhancing user ability to find shows using natural language.
- *Diamond Sports and FanDuel*: Diamond Sports is [close to a deal](https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-06-03/fanduel-nears-deal-for-naming-rights-to-diamond-sports-channels?embedded-checkout=true) with FanDuel for naming rights of its regional sports networks.
Chatter
Evan queried about the length and relevance of his emails, prompting a discussion on enhancing the style guide for incoming emails to ensure they are concise and aligned with the show's content.