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Jun 7, 2009 23:19:09 GMT -5
Post by andy on Jun 7, 2009 23:19:09 GMT -5
has anyone else noticed that on the weekend newscasts the bug does not display the time, only the temperature? (at least on the 11:00, not sure about the 6:00). I just find it weird that they change their bug for their weekend newscasts
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Jun 8, 2009 5:41:37 GMT -5
Post by bostonmediaguy on Jun 8, 2009 5:41:37 GMT -5
It's the same on the weekday broadcast.
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Jun 8, 2009 12:04:52 GMT -5
Post by andy on Jun 8, 2009 12:04:52 GMT -5
ha! shows how much I watch WBZ, sorry about that! Does anyone know why they choose to do this? Or do people think its just the producers prerogative to not have the time?
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Jun 9, 2009 12:26:15 GMT -5
Post by anchorguy on Jun 9, 2009 12:26:15 GMT -5
It's a way to get the viewer to keep watching. If the person watching sees that is it 11:10, they may be more inclined to go to sleep, but if no time is shown, they are more likely to stay up and watch. More viewers watching from 11:15-11:30 means a higher 11p show rating.
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Jun 9, 2009 12:49:06 GMT -5
Post by fluffernutter523 on Jun 9, 2009 12:49:06 GMT -5
It's a way to get the viewer to keep watching. If the person watching sees that is it 11:10, they may be more inclined to go to sleep, but if no time is shown, they are more likely to stay up and watch. More viewers watching from 11:15-11:30 means a higher 11p show rating. This explanation makes a lot of sense, probably true. Although, don't they know that most people watch the 11:00 in bed, and they have an alarm clock right next to them? Or the fact that many people have a cable box right near their tv that displays the time? |
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Jun 9, 2009 15:36:21 GMT -5
Post by anchorguy on Jun 9, 2009 15:36:21 GMT -5
This is true. Alarm clocks, cable boxes, watches, cellphones, but hey, any extra minute helps, and if half the audience turns off their TVs at 11:15, they'd probably still win the entire 11pm show. I don't know the particulars.
I actually don't like the time/temp bugs at all.
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Jun 17, 2009 16:57:04 GMT -5
Post by rogertv on Jun 17, 2009 16:57:04 GMT -5
I love the time and temp bug. Screen looks naked without one.
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Jun 17, 2009 20:59:27 GMT -5
Post by kvn on Jun 17, 2009 20:59:27 GMT -5
We want the bug..........stop manipulating us, or click goes the weasle..............
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Jun 18, 2009 21:09:06 GMT -5
Post by msaccone on Jun 18, 2009 21:09:06 GMT -5
click away kevin
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Jun 18, 2009 22:34:35 GMT -5
Post by dotcomeditor on Jun 18, 2009 22:34:35 GMT -5
I've never noticed. I'm usually too busy with more enjoyable portions of the screen; Lisa, Paula, etc. I've survived all these decades without some goofy little graphic at the bottom of screen. I sure don't need it now. And I don't need each network's logo on-screen continuously to remind which one I'm watching.
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Jun 19, 2009 13:19:58 GMT -5
Post by fox25rox on Jun 19, 2009 13:19:58 GMT -5
No bug needed here either.
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Jun 21, 2009 7:46:08 GMT -5
Post by kvn on Jun 21, 2009 7:46:08 GMT -5
Wouldnt be the first time
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