Author: Philip Palermo
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Apple tvOS 14 Update Adds Picture-in-Picture, HomeKit Features
During today’s Worldwide Developers Conference keynote, Apple spent some time outlining what Apple TV users can expect when the platform’s next major update launches later this year. Known as tvOS 14, the operating system upgrade will add platform-wide picture-in-picture support, deeper HomeKit integration, and gaming-friendly features. The platform-wide picture-in-picture feature is fairly self-explanatory. You’ll be…
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Cord Cutters News Guide to HDR (High Dynamic Range)
We recently took a look at 4K video, what the term means and what you need to enjoy that content. And in this guide, we’re focusing on another feature that’s been creeping its way into mainstream TV and movie watching. It’s time to talk about HDR, or high-dynamic range. We’re going to go over what…
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Nvidia Could Start Next-Gen Graphics Cards Production in August
We’ve been covering the development of next-generation graphics cards from both Nvidia and AMD for a while now. And the latest rumors suggest Nvidia could start mass producing its new high-end GPUs this August, in time for a potential September release. German tech site Igor’s Lab built out a possible timeline for the company’s rumored…
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PCMag: Verizon’s Fios Takes Nationwide Speed Crown
PCMag is back with another round of speed tests for the country’s internet service providers. The publication evaluates large and small ISPs on upload and download speeds and this year, Verizon’s Fios service takes the top spot among nationwide providers. The win marks the eighth time in nine years, the fiber-based provider has earned first…
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AT&T Considering Sale of Warner Bros. Gaming Division for $4 Billion
AT&T is reportedly exploring a sale of Warner Bros. Interactive, a gaming division that owns several development studios and popular franchises. CNBC reported that major studios like Electronic Arts, Activision Blizzard, and Take-Two Interactive Software are interested and the deal could be worth $4 billion. The division is responsible for a number of popular titles…
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FCC Unsure SpaceX Satellites Can Hit Low-Latency Goals
This week, the Federal Communications Commission expressed uncertainty over whether SpaceX and other companies developing low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite networks for internet delivery can offer latencies below 100 milliseconds (ms). Hitting that mark could allow satellite providers to apply for rural broadband funding as low-latency providers, but the FCC’s latest statements cast doubt on whether…
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Tenet Release Pushed to July 31st, Wonder Woman 1984 Moves to October
As movie theater chains explore reopening options, the industry has been planning around two likely blockbusters, Disney’s Mulan and Christopher Nolan’s Tenet. And while the latter film had been slotted into the July 17th slot, Warner Bros. announced it will push the film back by two weeks, setting its new release for July 31st. The…
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Cord Cutters News Guide to 4K (aka Ultra High Definition) Video
When it comes to streaming and entertainment in general, the subject of 4K has certainly become increasingly popular. We’re no strangers to the subject, whether it’s discussing services that are adding 4K support, or ones where the option is still missing. But we’ve heard from some of our readers who would like to know more…
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Sony’s PlayStation 5 Event Shows Off Options With, Without 4K Blu-ray Drive
While Sony’s rescheduled PlayStation 5 online event focused mainly on games for its upcoming next-gen console, there were still a few details to glean for those hoping to leverage the device as more than a games machine. One of the most notable new details was an actual look at the console itself, including a flowing,…
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Apple Shares More WWDC Details, Apple TV Reveal Possible
We’ve known for a while now that Apple’s revamped Worldwide Developers Conference, WWDC, would take place on June 22nd, but the company has shared more scheduling details, including a keynote address set for 10am PDT. And while the conference understandably focuses on software development, Apple’s been known to discuss new hardware during the event —…