That eliminated the duo from X-Factor this season.

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Moreover, this season's combined audience of about 21 million for "The Voice" and "The X Factor" is only a fraction above the 20 million average that "Idol" drew last season, suggesting there is a limit to the number of people who will tune in to watch singers compete.

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As the official headphone partner of THE X FACTOR, the new X Headphones will be seen in episodes throughout the season as well as featured in a key in-show integration.

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"I couldn't be happier about 'The X Factor' already being renewed for another season, " said Cowell in a statement.

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The biggest changes so far have involved talent, starting with "The X Factor" decision to hire pop stars Britney Spears and Demi Lovato for the fall season, enticing them with many millions of dollars.

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The autumn viewing season has arrived, with the first of the Saturday night blockbusters - ITV's X Factor - hard on the heels of Channel 5's Big Brother.

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Fox deliberately aired "X Factor" and "Idol" during different parts of the television season to avoid overlap.

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