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Streaming prices are absurd. This app could be the answer
StreamWolf keeps track of your total streaming bill and even automates cancellations for you.
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Nobody wants this: Netflix and Disney+ eyeing vertical videos
Vertical videos are making their way to the big screen. Make it stop.
Reviews
Amazon Echo Dot Max review: Alexa+ gets room to stretch
I spent two months with the Echo Dot Max after many years with the Echo Dot. Here's who should trade up, and who should stand pat.
News
Real-time voting is coming to Netflix's live streaming events
Starting with "Star Search," Netflix users will be able to cast votes during live streams.
News
Sony is spinning off its TV business. What does that mean for Bravia?
While TCL is taking the reins of Sony’s home entertainment division, the Bravia TV brand will live on. How it will live on is another question.
Deal
Now’s the perfect time to give YouTube TV a try
New to YouTube TV? You can test drive the live TV streamer service for cheap thanks to a new discount.
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Yes, you can take a break from Netflix
Can’t remember why you’re still paying for Netflix? Maybe it’s time for a breather.
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Spotify’s hidden Basic tier can save you cash, if you can find it
The obscure, music-only Spotify Basic option lets you stream tunes for less than Premium plans, but not everyone can sign up for it.
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Best 5 VPNs for streaming Netflix and other services
These VPNs will help you avoid content restrictions and give you access to your favorite streaming services like Netflix from anywhere in the world.
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Spotify just hiked prices again. There are cheaper options
Don’t want to pay extra for Spotify? There are plenty of cheaper music-streaming alternatives if you’re willing to jump ship.
Cord-Cutter Confidential
Dolby Vision 2: A big HDR boost for cheap TVs
How Dolby Vision 2 compares to the original, and what it could mean for your next TV purchase.
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I pay Netflix $200+ a year. I can’t even see the account settings
Netflix truly has the dumbest policy right now around logins, and it shows in the user interface.
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NFL Sunday Ticket: How to cancel auto-renew before you forget
The regular NFL season is over, so now's a good time to cancel your NFL Sunday Ticket subscription before it automatically renews at full price.
News
The Alexa+ rollout is getting more insistent
More and more Alexa users say they’re being moved to the new AI-enhanced Alexa automatically, and not everyone is happy about it.
News
Samsung Music Studio Wi-Fi speakers will support voice assistants
There's barely a mention in Samsung's press kit, but booth attendants assured us Music Studio 5 & 7 speakers support Alexa, Google Assistant, and Bixby.
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Dolby Vision 2 will be featured in Hisense, Philips, and TCL TVs in 2026
Dolby's latest metadata streaming protocol will see the light of day in 2026 TVs from at least three manufacturers this year.
Cord-Cutter Confidential
How ATSC 3.0 aims to win over cord-cutters in 2026
As the FCC considers a transition to ATSC 3.0, broadcasters tout a low-cost converter box program and whole-home DVR.
News
Bose goes open source with its aging SoundTouch speakers
Rather than bricking its SoundTouch line of Wi-Fi home theater speakers, Bose is opening them up to developers via an API.
News
TikTok-style vertical videos are coming to Disney+
Just months after rolling out “Verts” on ESPN, Disney is preparing to unleash vertical videos on Disney+, too.
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Peacock embraces Dolby Vision HDR and Atmos for live sports
Peacock will support Dolby Vision for NFL, NBA, and MLB games this year.