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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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Fire TV’s Amazon News App Adds More Free Fox Local News Channels
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A number of new Fox ‘FAST channels have been added to the Amazon News app on Fire TV, offering another way to…
Fire TV Just Got A Big DirecTV Stream Integration Upgrade
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An app was already available to download on Fire TV devices, but this upgrade makes it easier to access DirecTV Stream from…
Walmart Is Almost Ready To Sell You Its New $20 4K Streaming Player
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While there are plenty of streaming players available to buy, there are few priced quite as cheap as the Onn Google TV…
Google TV Is Getting A Huge Free TV Channels Upgrade Today
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Google isn’t looking to compete with free streaming services, it is simply making it easiest to access their TV channels in the…
DirecTV To Give Another 10,000 Gemini Air Devices Away For Free
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The Gemini Air pilot program proved so popular that DirecTV’s is sending out another 10,000 invites to test out its new streaming…
YouTube TV ‘Actively Working’ On Fix For Apple TV Crashing Issue
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It still remains unclear what is causing the actual issue, but it is one that has been impacting a number of Apple…
DirecTV User Provides Us With A Closer Look At New Gemini Air
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While some may confuse this with the new Gemini device announced last week, DirecTV’s Gemini Air player is still an unofficial device.
DirecTV Launches New Gemini Device For Internet And Satellite Customers
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DirecTV has made a few changes today, including the launch of a new ‘Gemini’ streaming player for both internet and satellite customers.
Disney Plus Basic With Ads Now Works On Roku Devices
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After waiting almost four months, those signed up to the Disney Plus Basic With Ads plan can access the streaming service on…
Age Continues To Play A Part In The Streaming Devices We Use
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Age seems to continually play a role in the devices we are choosing and using to access streaming services, according to the…
Here’s DirecTV Stream’s New Gemini Air Streaming Player
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Unlike the existing DirecTV Stream Device, the Gemini Air is a ‘stick’ player that looks very similar to the Chromecast with Google…
DirecTV Stream Device Users Can Now Access The Apple TV App
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With the Apple TV app now available, DirecTV Stream subscribers can watch Apple TV Plus content directly on their preferred streaming player.
Netflix’s $7 Plan Finally Works On Apple TV
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Apple TV users can now sign up to Netflix’s cheapest package after Apple’s streaming player gained support for the Basic with ads…
Vizio Adds More AMC FAST Channels and Movies to Its Smart TVs
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As part of a new deal with AMC Networks, Vizio has added additional free channels and a selection of free on-demand movies…
Apple TV Might Get A New Multiview Mode For Watching Sports
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Apple TV might get a new ‘Multiview’ mode making it possible for users to watch multiple sports feeds on the same screen…
Amazon Celebrates 200 Million Fire TV Devices With Launch Of $200 TV
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In addition to confirming 200 million Fire TV devices sold globally, Amazon also announced the launch of the all-new Fire TV 2-Series…
Update Your Apple TV’s YouTube TV App To Fix Black Screen Issue
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The YouTube TV app is receiving an update that includes a fix for a black screen issue that some Apple TV users…
Sling TV Adds New Picture-in-Picture Mode, iOS Widget, And Enhanced Sports Scores
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Sling TV is now rolling out some new features, including a picture-in-picture mode, to make watching March Madness 2023 a little easier.
Fire TV Now Lets You Create Your Own March Madness Bracket
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The new March Madness feature is now live on Fire TV devices but, for obvious reasons, will only remain interactive for the…
Sony TV Owners Can Now Try Vidgo For Free For 30 Days
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This promotion is primarily aimed at those purchasing a new Sony TV, but existing Sony smart TV owners can also get an…
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