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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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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…
Roku Had 61.3 Million Active Accounts At The End Of Q1, 2022
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Roku ended the first quarter of this year with an additional 1.1 million active accounts, bringing the total number up to 61.3…
Vizio TV Owners Can Now Watch Apple TV+ For Free For 3 Months
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For a limited time, new and existing Vizio TV owners can sign up for an Apple TV+ subscription and watch for free…
New Vizio TV Purchases Come With 30-Day Discovery+ Free Trial
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It’s not a reason to buy a new TV but Vizio SmartCast TVs purchased between now and October come with an extended…
Apple TV On Samsung Smart TVs: Check If Your TV Is Supported
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The Apple TV app is available to download on many Samsung smart TVs, but compatibility does depend on when the individual TV…
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