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Streaming Major League Baseball games: A how-to guide
Watching Major League Baseball without a cable subscription can be as difficult as hitting a hard slider. Our cord-cutting guide will help you find the sweet spot.
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7 Google Assistant features vanishing soon as Gemini transition approaches
Slowly but surely, Google Assistant is dropping functionality across mobile and smart devices. Here are the latest features to get the boot.
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Best VPN for streaming Netflix 2025: Watch from wherever you are
Netflix doesn't like VPNs, but these services promise not to chill on Netflix compatibility.
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Sony drops an unexpected Blu-ray surprise!
Looks like Sony is still in the Blu-ray business, with the storied personal electronics maker unwrapping its first new BD player in years.
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I stopped using Alexa long ago. Here are 6 ways Alexa+ could lure me back
Alexa got so annoying that I stuffed most of my Echo speakers in a box. Could the new AI Alexa change my mind?
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Google issues a fix for Chromecast ‘untrusted’ bug
Owners of older Chromecast devices that got hit with “untrusted” errors should soon be streaming again.
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I'm trying to replace my Apple TV with a home theater PC
Why an HTPC might still be worth considering for streaming in 2025.
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Sonos has reportedly dropped one of its worst ideas
The struggling multi-room speaker manufacturer is said to have canceled its biggest product launch of the year. It was the right move.
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Some older Chromecasts are suddenly 'untrusted,' can't cast anymore
A recent bug is causing some Google Chromecast devices to be unable to connect or cast media. A possible reason has been found.
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These are the best indoor and outdoor TV antennas in 2024
A great TV antenna lets you watch broadcast television for free and in better resolution than you'll get any other way, including streaming services.
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You can’t change the Roku’s quick shortcuts, but there's a workaround
If you have the right Roku remote, you can program its personal shortcut buttons. Here's how.
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DirecTV's skinny bundles have a cable news problem
With a new wave of cheaper streaming TV packages, you're still paying for cable news.
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Abode home security systems can be controlled from an Apple TV
Apple TV users can now manage their Abode systems, and see up to 4 security camera feeds, on their TVs. The company also upgraded its Android TV app.
How-To
I test TV antennas. Follow these steps to pick the right one
A great TV antenna will open the door to a flood of free television entertainment, including NextGen TV. This guide will help you find the right model for your needs.
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YouTube launches cheaper $8 Premium Lite plan without the best parts
The new plan is now available to US users for around half the price of full Premium, but it has several gotchas.
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A classic 80s sitcom on Netflix looks really weird. Is it AI’s fault?
“A Different World” appears to have gotten an AI makeover, and it’s turning people’s stomachs.
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Why Hulu’s epic Oscars fail was dripping with irony
Hulu's first-ever Academy Awards simulcast was supposing to bring more cord-cutters to the annual event. Instead, it locked them out of the biggest moments of the night.
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FCC tells streaming commercials to turn down the volume
The CALM Act may have lowered the volume on TV commercials over a decade ago, but the problem is resurging on streaming services and elsewhere.
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I braced for a flood of Echo gear at Amazon’s Alexa+ event. It didn’t happen
When will we see new Echo displays and speakers to go with the all-new AI Alexa? Amazon’s CEO just dropped a hint.
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New botnet malware infects 1.6 million Android TV devices worldwide
Security researchers have found a new variant of Vo1d that's recruiting Android TV devices to its evolving malware botnet.
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Sports streaming is too expensive, and the streamers know it
How direct-to-consumer regional sports streamers failed to deliver what people want.
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I saw Alexa+ in action. Here are my 8 biggest takeaways
The new AI-supercharged Alexa is finally coming to an Echo display near you. Here’s what looks most promising—and problematic.
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I switched to an over-the-air TV antenna. I regret nothing
More than 60 channels for free TV, including ABC, CBS, Fox, and NBC? Yes, please.
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Alexa+ will be here soon, and it will be free (for some)
More than a year after its initial unveiling, the AI-enhanced Alexa+ is about to get its close-up.
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Plex drops a popular feature from its new streaming apps
First launched during the height of Covid, Plex’s Watch Together feature won’t make the cut for the streamer’s revamped mobile and TV apps.
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4 things to expect at Amazon’s AI Alexa event
Is Amazon’s AI-supercharged Alexa finally ready for prime time? We're about to find out.
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A cheaper YouTube Premium plan is coming 'soon' for users in the US
YouTube Premium Lite is reportedly set to launch soon. However, no word yet on price or launch date.
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Shopping for Google’s cheapest TV streamers? Good luck with that
Time is running out to find the affordable Chromecast with Google TV at retail, but there are alternatives.
How-To
Why is my HDMI connection buzzing?
If your monitor or an HDMI connection is humming, you should rule out a fault. Here you can read how to recognize faulty cables or devices and how to eliminate the annoying noise.
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Asking a Google speaker to play Amazon Music tunes just got easier
Teeing up Amazon Music tracks on a Google Nest smart speaker used to involve jumping through hoops, but not anymore.
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Spotify’s lossless audio may finally arrive soon, but it won’t be cheap
Spotify HiFi might finally be coming after a nearly four-year wait, but word is it won’t come cheap.
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Netflix on the Apple TV app was a bug, not a feature
Apple TV users briefly rejoiced after they managed to add Netflix to the Apple TV app… but the party was short-lived.
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Netflix comes to the Apple TV app (Update: not so much)
At last, Netflix shows and movies are beginning to appear in the Apple TV app, but the integration still seems a tad flaky.
Reviews
RCA ANTD8E indoor TV antenna review: Powerful and pretty
Broadcast TV offers a wealth of free entertainment, including the brave new world of NextGen TV. The RCA ANTD8E is a fine indoor antenna for pulling it all in.
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YouTube TV and Paramount are playing chicken with CBS stations
Unless the two sides reach an agreement soon, CBS and other Paramount stations will get yanked from YouTube TV.
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Can't keep track of your streaming shows? This app will help
A detailed look at Trakt's "Streaming Scrobbler" feature and how it works.
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Best smart speakers & displays for state-of-the-art smart homes
Whether you prefer Alexa, Google Assistant, or Siri, we’ll help you find just the right model.
Opinion
Bow down to YouTube, the lord of the living room
YouTube is the new television, like it or not.
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Best DVR for cord-cutters: Tablo vs Zapperbox vs Channels
Want to record local channels and skip the commercials? These are the best options.
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Want YouTube Premium features for free? This app makes it happen
Youtube Premium is too expensive. Here's a free and legal app that gets you those features free of charge.
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Like the Eagles, Tubi surprised its Super Bowl doubters
The ad-supported, Fox-owned Tubi had a better night with its free 4K Super Bowl stream than many had predicted.
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Super Bowl LIX streaming and viewing options, ranked
Super Bowl in 4K, HDR, and surround sound: Sorting through the options for 2025.
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These are the best live TV streaming services
Is Sling TV better than Hulu, or should cord-cutters subscribe to YouTube TV? Or Fubo? We compare all the ways to watch TV online.
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Is the new AI-powered Alexa almost here? 6 things to know
There’s a strong chance we’ll see the new Alexa with retooled AI abilities before the month is out. Here’s the latest chatter.
Opinion
Sonos is in trouble. A pricey streaming box won’t help
The new streaming player Sonos is rumored to be prepping could cost as much as $400. Who's it for, exactly?
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HDMI 2.2 vs. DisplayPort 2.1b: The future of display connectors, explained
What you need to know about the new video connection standards that were announced earlier this year at CES 2025.
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These are the 10 most watched Netflix shows of all time
Netflix is the largest international streaming service with some of the most popular shows of all time, but which ones are the most watched? Here are the top ten across all seasons.
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Best media streaming devices of 2024: From budget to premium
Roku Streaming Stick vs. Amazon Fire Stick vs. Chromecast vs. Apple TV, and more. Which streaming device is the most effective at delivering streaming entertainment? Our buying guide will help you pick the right accessories for your TV.
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