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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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Amazon’s New Fire TV Omni QLED Series TVs Sense Your Presence
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Amazon’s new Fire TV Omni QLED Series smart TVs come with sensors and can activate a new Ambient Experience when someone is…
Bally Sports Plus Officially Launches, Adds Roku Support
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Bally Sports Plus has added Roku device support at the same time as going live in all regions where a Bally Sports…
Chromecast with Google TV HD or 4K? How To Choose The Right Player
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Choosing between the Chromecast with Google TV (HD) and the 4K model is not hard after taking the price and resolution into…
New $30 Chromecast with Google TV (HD) Hits Store Shelves
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A new Chromecast with Google TV (HD) streaming player is now available. While the resolution is lower, it is also cheaper than…
Here’s How To Reset An Apple TV Remote
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If an Apple TV remote isn’t working properly (or at all) then a reset might help, and the entire process should take…
How To Get Peacock On Your Smart TV
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While the Peacock app is available to download on a variety of different smart TVs, some homes may find they can’t get…
Roku OS Is About To Get A Lot Better With The 11.5 Update
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Roku is already a popular streaming platform and it is about to get a lot better thanks to the release of Roku…
Apple TV Plus Is Currently Free For Three Months On Samsung Smart TVs
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Samsung is currently offering owners of an eligible smart TV the option to sign up and stream Apple TV Plus for free…
Upgrading Your TV? Try A New Streaming Player First
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There are many reasons to consider buying a new smart TV, but access to streaming services and apps should be at the…
Google TV Is About to Get Faster and Smoother
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Google TV is in the process of receiving some performance and storage-related improvements to make the operating system quicker and smoother.
Starz App Is Now Available On Vizio Smart TVs
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The Starz app is now available on Vizio smart TVs, removing the need for an additional streaming device to access the subscription…
Roku Closed Q2 2022 With 63.1 Million Active Accounts
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Roku saw an increase in the number of new active accounts compared to the last quarter, but streaming hours were slightly down…
Apple TV Players Currently Come With A Free $50 Gift Card
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Apple TV players tend not to go on sale very offering, but Apple is now offering a $50 gift card to anyone…
A Vizio Smart TV Is The Latest Way To Watch TikTok Videos
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Vizio smart TV users can now watch TikTok videos directly on their TV, and without the need for any other device including…
Should You Buy A DirecTV Stream Device? It Depends
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DirecTV Stream has its own device that subscribers can buy or rent and it might be worth having for some homes. For…
Apple TV Plus Device Limit: How Many Streams At The Same Time?
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Apple TV Plus subscribers can share their subscription with others, and multiple people can watch on different devices at the same time.
How To Connect Apple TV To One Or Two Sets Of AirPods
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It’s possible to connect a set of AirPods to Apple TV. It is also possible to share Apple TV audio with two…
No DirecTV Stream Android TV Support? Try This Workaround
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DirecTV Stream is not a great TV option for homes that rely on Android TV devices, but a workaround can help bridge…
About That Cheaper Apple TV Player
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Apple is apparently working on a new, cheaper Apple TV player. How cheap remains to be seen, but it does likely mean…
No Apple TV Remote? Here’s How To Turn On The Player
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The Apple TV remote is the easiest and best way to turn on the streaming player, but there are options when the…
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