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These are the best DVRs for cord-cutters
Tablo vs. Roku vs. Channels DVR: None are ideal, but one might work for you.News
Disney+ dropping support for Roku 4 streaming player
Roku's original 4K streaming player soon won't be able to stream Disney+ videos, following Roku's decision to end OS updates for the aging hardware.Feature
Just what is Plex Pass, anyway?
Should you pay for Plex Pass? Here's everything you need to know before buying a subscription.Cord-Cutter Confidential
Cut your cable bill without cutting the cord
Start using your TV provider's streaming apps instead of paying ridiculous equipment rental fees.Best Picks
The best media streaming devices of 2023
Roku Streaming Stick vs. Amazon Fire Stick vs. Chromecast vs. Apple TV, and more. Which streaming device is best for-cord cutters? Our buying guide will help you pick the right accessories for your TV.News
Google TV devices just got a nice performance boost
A recent update for Google TV-powered streaming players adds a hibernation mode for background apps while also improving wake and response times.News
Amazon will add more than 100 Prime Video titles to Freevee
"Reacher," "The Summer I Turned Pretty," "The Terminal List," and other Prime Video shows will soon land on Amazon's ad-supported Freevee service.Best Picks
Best smart speakers and displays
Whether you prefer Alexa, Google Assistant, or Siri, we’ll help you find just the right model.News
Netflix lost 1M users in Spain after password-sharing crackdown
Netflix's password-sharing crackdown could pose serious risks from the streamer, if recent usage numbers from Spain are any indication.News
Cord-cutters can watch the NBA Playoffs without cable
You will likely need a streaming subscription to watch the NBA postseason online. We've listed all your options and include links to get you started.Cord-Cutter Confidential
Discover the secret features of your media streamer's remote
Need help navigating streaming apps? Don't neglect the press-and-hold technique. Your streamer's remote is capable of more than meets the eye.Updated
Best live TV streaming service
Is Sling TV better than Hulu, or should cord-cutters subscribe to YouTube TV? Or FuboTV? We compare all the ways to watch TV online.Updated
DirecTV Stream review: Sports, a cable-like experience, but pricey
You'll get best-in-class sports coverage with a very cable-like TV experience, but DirecTV Stream costs a lot more than the competition.Feature
When is Spotify HiFi coming? Here's what we know
Spotify's promised lossless audio tier is more than two years late. Will it ever arrive? Here's what we know.News
Walmart's $19.88 Onn Google TV 4K streaming box breaks cover
Surprise! Walmart's unannounced Google TV streaming box supports 4K video, it's cheap, and it's in stores. All you have to do is find one.News
All about Max: The HBO Max and Discovery+ combo explained
Say goodbye to HBO Max–now, it's just Max, a new streaming service that combines content from HBO Max and Discovery+. Here's what you need to know.News
Netflix’s DVD business has at least one interested buyer
The company behind Redbox's red DVD kiosks is eyeing Netflix's red envelopes, but Netflix might not want to sell.Cord-Cutter Confidential
Netflix is quitting the rental biz, but lots of places still rent DVDs
Netflix is ending DVD rentals in September. Here's what to use instead.News
NFL Sunday Ticket monthly plan isn't happening, YouTube says
Just because NFL Sunday Ticket is going the streaming way doesn't mean any pricing innovations are on the horizon.Feature