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Streaming devices evolve quickly, with new hardware, software updates, and platform features shaping how people access their favorite services. Whether tracking major device software updates, changes to app support, comparing streaming platforms, or looking for the best ways to improve your home streaming setup, bookmark this page to stay informed with the latest news, insights, and helpful guides.
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Surfshark VPN App For Apple TV Is Now Available
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The Surfshark VPN app for Apple TV is now available, providing users of Apple’s streaming player with another virtual private network option.
Second Roku Security Incident Affects 576,000 Additional Accounts
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After a security incident came to light last month, Roku has confirmed a second incident occurred and impacted 576,000 additional accounts.
Roku OS 13 Rolling Out Soon, Adding Backdrops, Roku Smart Picture And Other Upgrades
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Roku has confirmed that its next major platform upgrade (Roku OS 13) will roll out to all supported devices in the U.S.…
Roku’s Premium ‘Pro Series’ TVs Are Now Available To Buy
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After first announcing its new smart TV line earlier this year, Roku has now officially launched its new and smarter Roku Pro…
It Looks Like Walmart Is Readying a New ‘Pro’ Google TV Player
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Walmart appears to be in the process of readying a new ‘Pro’ Google TV player. We might not know how pro it…
Don’t Be Surprised If The Next Apple TV Player Comes With A Built-In Camera
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Following the recent addition of support for FaceTime, Apple is reportedly considering releasing an Apple TV player with a built-in camera.
DirecTV Stream: Supported Smart TVs, Players & Other Devices
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It is worth confirming your existing smart TVs, streaming players and other devices are compatible with DirecTV Stream before signing up.
CTV Users Spend 12 Minutes Looking For Something To Watch, 69% Prefer ‘Free With Ads’ Over Paid Ad-Free Services: Study
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With so many paid services to choose from, and content becoming harder to find, CTV users are finding more value in free…
DirecTV Upgrading Gemini Interface With a ‘Your TV’ Tailored Experience
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Non-satellite DirecTV customers using a Gemini device will get an update soon that replaces What’s on Now with a new Your TV…
Xumo Stream Box Now Available To Mediacom Xtream Internet Customers
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After agreeing a deal with Comcast and Charter last year, Mediacom is now offering the Xumo Stream Box to its Xtream Internet…
Disney+ Subscribers Can Only Stream Hulu On Apple Vision Pro With Hulu (No Ads)
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Disney+ subscribers wanting to stream Hulu on Apple Vision Pro will need to make sure they are signed up to the Hulu…
Disney+ iPhone, iPad And Apple TV Apps Updated To Reflect Hulu On Disney+
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Following other devices earlier this week, the Disney+ iPhone, iPad, Apple TV and Apple Vision apps have been updated to reflect the…
As Streaming Usage Increases, The Number Of Smart TV Apps Used Has Leveled Off
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While streaming continues to rise in general, it would seem the number of smart TV apps used might be now reaching a…
How To Get Philo On A Smart TV (And Options If You Can’t)
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Philo is compatible with a variety of platforms and devices. When it comes to watching Philo on a smart TV, here’s what…
Google TV Adds 8 New Channels From CBC, FilmRise And Scripps Networks
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Eight new channels have been added to Google TV, taking the total number of free Google TV channels available to users in…
More Than 15,000 Roku Customers Affected By Data Breach
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More than 15,000 Roku customers are understood to have been affected by a credential stuffing attack. Here’s what you need to know.
LG’s New Bluetooth Speaker Is An Audio Upgrade For LG’s StanbyME Displays
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LG’s new StanbyME Speaker is designed to work perfectly with the company’s StanbyME displays, offering an improved audio experience.
74% Of CTV Users Now Use Streaming Apps To Watch Live Sports: LG Study
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A new study found 74% of Connected TV users now use streaming apps to watch live sports and 38% utilize three or…
Google TV Upgrades ‘Your Apps’ Row With Circular Icons, Easier Reordering and More
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Google TV is now in the process of rolling out a few changes to the Home screen in an attempt to offer…
Vizio Closed 2023 With 18.5 Million SmartCast Active Accounts
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Vizio closed out the fourth quarter of 2023 with 18.5 million SmartCast active accounts and a total of 5.5 billion streaming hours.
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