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Yes, This Is Truly A Disaster
Yes, This Is Truly A Disaster
I switched to NBA TV to watch CNN's John King demonstrate the Magic Wall to Ahmad Rashad and came in just in time for him to show the technology. Yes, it has been a disaster. Ahmad won't let John talk. He did show a few features that allows Ahmad go from game to game, but Ahmad just won't shut ...
 John King on NBA TV (video)
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youtube.com — Game Time's Ahmad Rashad gets a visit from CNN's John King for a little Magic Wall 101... -- and some ribbing from Gary Payton and Chris Webber. (more) John King on NBA TV (video)
CNN's John King To Bring Ubergeek Skills to NBA TV
CNN's John King To Bring Ubergeek Skills to NBA TV
sportsontheair.blogspot.com — Costa Mesa, CA (Nov 10, 2008) - He can cannot try to hide it. CNN's John King... is an ubergeek . His cool, efficient use of touch screen technology during the presidential election was unmatched. Where others on CNN and competing networks struggled ... (more) CNN's John King To Bring Ubergeek Skills to NBA TV
Monday's Press Releases
Monday's Press Releases
fangsbites.com — I've received enough press releases on this Monday to warrant a full post. Sometimes, one press release... can stand alone, but in this case, I'll be more than happy to string a few together. First, HBO will provide its exclusive replay of the Joe ... (more) Monday's Press Releases
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NBA TV's TouchPass Has Potential...If...
Eye On Sports Media — ... From what is seen in the video of the segment, there really is potential in how it is used. I have to disagree with Ken Fang of Fang's Bites that the segment was a train wreck. But it showed glaring weaknesses in how the technology has been introduced on NBA TV. Yes, it is pretty cool. But there is a big "if". ...

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