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Choosing the right on‑demand streaming services can be overwhelming, with each platform offering different originals, movie selections, bundles, and pricing. Here you’ll find the latest news, updates, and guidance to help you decide which services are right for you.
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Like Netflix, Apple TV+ Has No Interest in Ads
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Apple says subscribers don’t want ads so no ads are coming to Apple TV+.
The TV and Netflix Continue to Dominate Home Video Consumption
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New report finds TV still the main device in the home and Netflix the main streaming service.
Apple TV+ Outpacing Disney+ on Subscribers, According to New Data
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10 million more subscribers suggests Apple is doing something right.
Netflix Really Has No Intention of Showing You Ads
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Ads require too much money and too much data collection, says Netflix CEO.
Netflix Hits 61 Million US Subscribers as Competition Heats Up
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Is Netflix starting to feel the pressure from Disney+? It seems so.
Americans Paying for 3 or More Subscriptions Is on the Rise, Survey Finds
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The US and Europe see continued rise in the number of SVOD subscriptions.
Here’s When You Can Stream NBC’s Peacock and the Cost
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You’ll be able to stream Peacock for free with ads or go premium for more content.
Streaming Led to Record Home Entertainment Spending in 2019
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The latest data suggests streaming accounted for the majority of home entertainment spending last year.
Verizon Takes on Cord Cutting by Cutting Some of Its Own Cords
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Verizon now lets you mix and match, and even pay monthly.
Quibi Starts Streaming in April, Monthly Plans Start at $4.99
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You can subscribe to the quick bites streaming service with or without ads.
$20 Is the Limit Most Americans Will Pay for Streaming Services, Survey Says
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That’s basically Netflix and Disney+ and nothing else.
Home Alone and Other Popular Disney+ Movies Suddenly Disappear
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Home Alone, Home Alone 2, and a number of other movies have suddenly disappeared from Disney+.
Disney+ Tipped to Reach 25 Million Subscribers by the End of Q1
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Disney+ is now tipped to reach 25 million subscribers by the end of the first quarter. While the Disney streaming service only…
‘Friends’ Leaves Netflix in Preparation for HBO Max Debut
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Netflix subscribers no longer have access to the popular sitcom, ‘Friends.’ The removal of all ten seasons of the show means Friends…
Netflix’s Most Popular Movies and Shows in 2019
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Netflix has released details of its most popular titles of 2019 with Murder Mystery topping the list overall. Murder Mystery is one…
Comcast Reportedly in Talks to Buy Xumo Streaming Service
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Comcast is reportedly in talks to purchase the free live TV and on-demand streaming service, Xumo. Comcast also owns NBCUniversal. With NBCU…
Activate a New Chromebook and Get 3 Months of Disney+ for Free
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Google is currently giving away a three-month Disney+ subscription for free to Chromebook owners. Considering a Disney+ subscription typically costs $6.99 per…
Disney+ Takes to the Skies Following Delta Deal
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Delta and The Walt Disney Company have teamed up to offer a selection of Disney+ inflight movies on Delta flights. In addition,…
Hulu Likes and Dislikes Come to iOS
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Hulu has now updated its iOS app with the option to add likes and dislikes to TV shows, movies and recommendations. This…
Vudu Now Offers a Movie Rental Satisfaction Guarantee
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Vudu has made changes to improve its rental procedure. Firstly, the streaming service is offering a money-back guarantee on rentals. Secondly, Vudu…
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