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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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tvOS 14 Upgrades Add Multi-User Gaming & 4K YouTube to Apple TV
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Here are some of the improvements and upgrades that Apple TV users can expect later in the year.
Quibi Might Not Be so Mobile-Only After Reported Fire TV & Roku Talks
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Quibi might be coming to TVs after all. That is, if it can strike a deal with Amazon or Roku.
Roku Patent Suggests Plans for OTA App, Player & Unified Streaming
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A recently published patent highlights Roku’s plans for an integrated and seamless OTA experience, and on all devices.
YouTube TV Could Become Android TV’s Go-to Live TV Service
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YouTube TV could gain much tighter integration with an upcoming Android TV redesign. The question is whether that tight integration will be…
fuboTV Now Available on Microsoft’s Xbox One, One S, & One X
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fuboTV is now available to stream on Microsoft’s Xbox One consoles.
Quibi AirPlay Support Arrives as Chromecast Users Continue to Wait [Update: Chromecast Support Added]
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Quibi is now finally adding AirPlay support for iPhone users with the expectation Chromecast support will come next month.
AT&T TV Roku Channel Returns After Months in Streaming Wilderness
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The AT&T TV and AT&T TV NOW channel is once again available to download on Roku devices.
Amazon Fire TV Makes It Easier to Find Free Movies & Shows
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Amazon delves deeper into free content with a new Fire TV tab that will quickly and easily highlight free movies and shows.
Roku Q1 Results in 39.8 Million Active Accounts & Plenty of Streaming Hours
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Once again, Roku had another great quarter which ended with just under 40 million active accounts.
TiVo Stream 4K with Android TV and TiVo+ Now Available, Costs $49.99
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After a long wait, the TiVo Stream 4K has now launched and is available to buy.
Android TV Heading Back to 2010 with “Google TV” Rebrand?
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If the latest rumor is correct, Android TV is about to head back to 2010 and Google TV.
Fire TV Device Guide: Which Amazon Player Should You Buy?
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Looking to buy a new Fire TV player and not sure whether to get a Stick or a Cube? Here’s a look…
Prime Video Error 1071 on NVIDIA SHIELD TV? You’re Not Alone
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Multiple Prime Video users recently reported an issue which seemed specific to the SHIELD TV. It’s fixed though now.
1,600 ‘Counterfeit Roku Remotes’ Seized by U.S. Customs and Border Protection
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CBP announced the seizure of 1,600 “counterfeit Roku streaming device remotes.” Estimating the value of this many real remotes to be $80k.
Disney+ Adds “Log out of All Devices” Feature to iOS App
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Disney+ has beefed up security for iOS users with the option to log out of all devices.
Quibi Will Be Less Mobile-Only next Month When Casting Arrives
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Quibi will reportedly let some users cast content from their phone to the TV, starting in May.
Netflix Screen Lock Protects Your Android Phone from Your Taps
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If you’ve wanted Netflix to add a screen lock so you would stop interrupting your own binge, it’s now there.
Xiaomi Might Plug the Android TV Stick Gap with a Mi TV Stick
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A Mi TV Stick is said to be arriving and could be a welcomed addition – if it runs on Android TV.
YouTube TV (Finally) Gets Its Own Android TV Home Screen Channel
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It’s taken its time, but Android TV channel support for YouTube TV is now arriving.
There’s Now an Answer to Why Android TV Brands Don’t Sell Fire TV Devices
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It’s all Google’s fault, and it’s unlikely to change anytime soon.
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