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How to Unblock Netflix

Chances are that you use Netflix, the streaming site that lets you watch all kinds of content for one single monthly price. What you may not know is that Netflix has even more content than what you can see when browsing the m…

Fergus O'Sullivan 3d ago

Google Launches Its Most Affordable Chromecast Yet

Google TV is present in both streaming sticks and smart TVs these days, but one of the best, more affordable ways to try it out is from Google itself. The Chromecast with Google TV has been available since 2020 in a 4K flavor…

Arol Wright 3d ago

The Best Shows to Watch Between Episodes of House of the Dragon

If you’re a Game of Thrones fan eagerly tuning in for the prequel series House of the Dragon, you’ve got plenty of time to kill between episodes. But all week long you can satisfy your need for fantasy and historical dramas w…

Josh Bell 3d ago

How to Take Snapshots in VLC

Want to capture a screenshot of a specific scene in your videos? If so, use VLC Media Player’s built-in snapshot feature to do that. You can use a keyboard shortcut, a menu bar option, or an advanced control button to do that…

Mahesh Makvana 5d ago

Roku OS 11.5 Finally Upgrades the Roku Home Screen

Alongside an updated Roku Express streaming stick, Roku today revealed a new software update that will soon roll out to all its TVs and streaming boxes. It might be the most significant update to Roku TVs and streaming playe…

Corbin Davenport Sep 12th

The New $30 Roku Express Has Faster Wi-Fi and More Storage

The Roku Express is the cheapest streaming device from Roku, capable of playing most popular streaming services at 1080p for just $30. Roku has now announced a new version with upgraded hardware.

Corbin Davenport Sep 12th

How to Reset an Amazon Fire TV Stick

Whether you’re experiencing problems with your Amazon Fire TV Stick, or you want to sell or give it away to someone, you can reset the device to erase all your personal data and apps on it. We’ll show you how to do just that….

Mahesh Makvana Sep 11th

How to Watch UFC 279 Chimaev vs Diaz Live Online

Welterweights Khamzat Chimaev and Nate Diaz face off at UFC 279, broadcast from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas at 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT on September 10, 2022. Here’s how and where to stream it live.

Josh Bell Sep 10th

How to Go Frame by Frame in VLC Media Player

If you’d like to play your video one frame at a time, use a built-in VLC Media Player feature to do that. You can use a keyboard shortcut as well as an on-screen button to move one frame at a time in your video. We’ll show yo…

Mahesh Makvana Sep 4th

PSA: Buy a TV with a Lot of HDMI Ports

There are a lot of features and factors to consider when shopping for a new TV. One you shouldn’t overlook? HDMI ports. You want as many as you can get.

Jason Fitzpatrick Sep 2nd

TiVo’s New Software Might Power Your Next Smart TV

You might remember TiVo from the early days of DVR boxes, but the company is still around today. TiVo now sells streaming boxes alongside DVR and OTA hardware, and your next smart TV might have a TiVo-made operating system….

Corbin Davenport Sep 1st

Paramount+ and Showtime Bundle Is Now Cheaper Than Netflix

Paramount has offered bundle deals for Paramount+ and Showtime in the past, and now a new one is available. Best of all, people with the bundle won’t have to install apps for both services.

Corbin Davenport Aug 31st

How Much Energy Are Your Streaming Media Players Using?

Streaming TV devices—such as a Roku or a Chromecast—are plugged in and always ready. When your TV turns off, it uses less power, but what about the streaming devices? How much energy do they use?

Joe Fedewa Aug 28th

Plex Had a Data Breach: Reset Your Password Now

Plex is a popular movie and TV streaming service, with the option to play content hosted from your own personal servers. However, Plex is now sending out emails explaining user data may have been accessed by a third party….

Corbin Davenport Aug 24th

YouTube’s New Podcasts Page Doesn’t Have a Lot of Podcasts

Podcasts are having a resurgence at the moment, with companies like Spotify and Apple investing millions of dollars in exclusive shows. YouTube is now entering the mix, starting with a new page dedicated to podcasts….

Corbin Davenport Aug 23rd

How to Rotate a Video in VLC Media Player

Whether you want to rotate a video while watching or you want to rotate and save a video, the free and open-source VLC Media Player makes it a breeze to do that. We’ll show you how.

Mahesh Makvana Aug 20th

How to Watch UFC 278 Usman vs Edwards 2 Live Online

A long-awaited rematch headlines UFC 278, broadcast from Vivint Arena in Salt Lake City, Utah, on August 20, 2022, at 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT. Here’s how and where to stream it live.

Josh Bell Aug 20th

There Is Now an Official “House of the Dragon” Roku

Warner Bros Discovery is hyping up the release of House of the Dragon, a prequel series for Game of Thrones that premiers in a few days on HBO Max. Streaming device manufacturer Roku is getting in on the excitement with an of…

Corbin Davenport Aug 19th

HBO Max Will Give You a 1-Year Subscription for 40% Off

HBO Max is undergoing a few changes under its new ownership by Warner Bros Discovery. Even though that hasn’t been all good news, there’s now at least one change to be excited about — a massive deal on a 1-year subscription….

Corbin Davenport Aug 18th

Roku Now Has More Free Built-in Local News Channels

Roku-powered TVs and streaming devices already have the Roku Channel, which has free movies, TV shows, and some live content. The Roku Channel started adding local news channels in June, and now more have arrived….

Corbin Davenport Aug 17th

How to Stream ‘House of the Dragon’

Few shows have been as highly anticipated as House of the Dragon. This prequel expands on fantasy series Game of Thrones, taking place 200 years before the events of that hit show. Here’s how to stream House of the Dragon….

Josh Bell Aug 16th

How to Clear Your YouTube Cache

Clearing YouTube’s cache helps fix issues with the platform’s app and website and lets you watch your favorite videos uninterrupted. We’ll show you how to do that on your Android phone and your desktop web browser….

Mahesh Makvana Aug 14th

How to Customize the Roku Home Screen

The Roku’s home screen is the first screen you see when you turn a Roku TV or streaming device on. It’s a simple interface, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be personalized to your liking. We’ll show you a few easy ways to do i…

Joe Fedewa Aug 13th

Even Amazon Freevee’s Load Screen Has Ads Now

Loading screens are nothing new, and many video games over the years have added visuals and tips to make them more interesting. Amazon is now trying something different with its Freevee streaming service — advertisements on…

Corbin Davenport Aug 12th

Fix: Why Is My Apple TV Remote Not Working?

If your Apple TV remote (or Siri Remote) isn’t working properly, playing shows or selecting apps can be impossible. We’ll show you why it might be happening and what you can do about it, starting with the steps you should try…

Benj Edwards Aug 12th

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