The National Advertising Division of BBB National Programs has recommended Google’s YouTube TV stop certain ad claims that tout its live TV streaming service as significantly cheaper than cable. Specifically, NAD decided YouTube TV should discontinue the comparative pricing claim in two commercials that say its service is “$600 less than cable” – following a challenge by cable operator Charter Communications. Without any promotional pricing or extras, YouTube TV costs $72.99 per month for a base plan that includes more than 100 channels. Google is appealing.
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March 28, 2024
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