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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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Discovery+ Not On Xfinity X1 or Flex, But It Might Be Soon [Updated]
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Although Xfinity X1 and Flex services are currently missing Discovery+, that could change later in 2021.
How To Watch Discovery+ On Samsung TV (Multiple Options)
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There are a few ways to stream Discovery+ networks and shows on a Samsung smart TV.
Android TV Gets a Google TV Injection with Latest Update
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Android TV’s home screen is getting an update that changes the look and makes it easier to find movies and shows.
Discovery+ Devices: Supported Smart TVs, Players and More
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Before signing up to Discovery+, it is worth checking if all your smart TVs, streaming players and devices are currently supported.
Roku Ended 2020 with More Than 50 Million Active Accounts
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2020 was a turbulent year for Roku, but that did not stop the platform attracting even more users.
HBO Max Now Available to Download on PS5
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Arriving before many popular live TV streaming services, HBO Max is now on Sony’s PlayStation 5.
YouTube TV Gifting Longtime Subscribers a Chromecast with Google TV
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If you’ve been a subscriber for long enough, you may be eligible.
Save 50% on Hulu (With Ads) When Buying a New Fire TV Device
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Amazon Fire TV player purchases currently come with the option to subscribe to ad-supported Hulu at 50% less than usual.
No YouTube TV App on PS5 But It Is Coming [Updated]
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Subscribers will have to wait a little longer before they can stream YouTube TV on Sony’s PlayStation 5
Hulu Live TV Streaming Support On PlayStation 5 Confirmed
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Hulu has now updated its support documents confirming live TV streaming support for Sony’s new PS5.
Roku Update Adds AirPlay 2 & HomeKit Support to Select Devices
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Select Roku devices are now gaining support for Apple AirPlay 2 and HomeKit. The added support is arriving with the release of…
Fire TV Stick Lite Drops to $18, 4K Version Down to $30
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Amazon’s Fire TV line of devices are now on sale to celebrate Alexa’s birthday, with prices starting as low as $17.99. The…
Quibi Android TV, Apple TV, & Fire TV Apps Are Now Available
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Originally only available on mobile devices, Quibi can now be downloaded on Android TV, Apple TV, and Amazon Fire TV.
Amazon Fire TV Users Can Now Download The Roku Channel
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While competing platforms, the Roku and Fire TV worlds can occasionally collide.
Subscribe to YouTube TV & Get a Free Chromecast with Google TV
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If you’ve been thinking of giving YouTube TV a try, this is not a bad free gift.
Chromecast Gets a Major Overhaul with the Help of Google TV
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Google combined Chromecast hardware with Android TV software to create Chromecast with Google TV.
New Roku Ultra & Streambar Players, Roku OS 9.4 on the Way
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Roku has added two new players to its device lineup, and confirmed the new OS is on its way.
YouTube TV Was Down for Some Subscribers on Phone & Roku
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YouTube TV is down for many with the outage affecting phone, Roku, and other devices.
Amazon Lowers Streaming Player Cost With Fire TV Stick Lite
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It’s hard to argue with a 1080p streaming player that costs just $29.99.
Android 11 on Android TV Improves Gaming, Performance & Privacy
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Android 11 might still be some time from arriving, but Google is now detailing some of the main features.
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