Category: News
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Video: The State of Smart TVs in 2021
In case you missed it, this week we spent some time exploring the world of smart TVs. In the video embedded below, we discuss the pros and cons to owning a smart TV, including why you shouldn’t feel locked in to a particular platform. In particular, we take a look at some of the biggest…
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Hulu Starts Adding HDR Support for Select Shows and Movies
It’s been a long time coming, but it looks like Hulu is finally starting to add high-dynamic range video (HDR) support to certain shows and movies within its streaming lineup. The news comes via a recent update on the company’s support pages that adds in mention of HDR support in specific circumstances. “Users can currently…
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Celebrate World Princess Week with Every Disney Princess Title on Disney+
It’s World Princess Week, and there’s no better place to celebrate the 7-day event than Disney+. The streamer is home to all your favorite princesses, from classic original princesses like Snow White and Aurora to Raya, the newest member of Disney royalty and proud Guardian of the Dragon Gem. In addition to streaming, Disney has…
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Weekend Wrap-Up: Netflix’s First Fan Event, Peacock’s First Year, and More
This week, Netflix unveiled its first fan event, where the streaming service will share details on a variety of upcoming releases. Meanwhile, Peacock celebrated its first birthday, and Tubi teamed up with Fox Sports to offer more sports programming on its free streaming platform. Elsewhere, Hulu has a new hit on its hands with Nine…
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Here’s Everything Coming to Disney+ in September 2021
The Disney+ fall calendar is already stacking up, beginning with a brand new Billie Eilish concert experience Happier Than Ever: A Love Letter to Los Angeles debuting September 3. There are also some great shows for the kids to unwind to after school, like Season 2 of Disney Junior Mira, Royal Detective, Disney Junior Ready…
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JustWatch App is Now Available on Xbox
The free streaming guide app JustWatch is now available on Xbox. Now, users can access JustWatch’s recommendation features right from their gaming setup. The streaming guide works by allowing users to search for a movie or TV show and generating a list of which streaming services the content is available on. The list includes Amazon,…
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Paramount+ Announces the Date For Star Trek Day 2021 Livestream
Paramount+ announced the date for its second annual Star Trek Day, and this year marks the franchise’s 55th anniversary. Fans all over the world can tune in to the free livestream on Wednesday, Sept. 8 at 5:30 PM, PT. The announcement came alongside a brand new trailer for the event. “Live Long and Prosper! Celebrate…
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All Eight ‘Harry Potter’ Movies are Leaving Peacock for HBO Max in September
After a short run on Peacock, all eight of the original WarnerBros. Harry Potter movies are returning to their home at HBO Max. The Boy Who Lived and his Hogwarts classmates will be returning to the streaming service on September 1, 2021 with the franchise in its entirety, including “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone,”…
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Rent ‘Respect’ This Weekend & More New Releases Coming Soon to Vudu
The Aretha Franklin biopic “Respect” is already available to rent on Vudu, just a couple of weeks after premiering in theaters. Respect is available to rent for $19.99 on Vudu, along with Amazon Prime Video. Following the rise of Aretha Franklin’s career from a young child singing in her father’s church’s choir to her international…
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Plex Adds Four Channels to Its Free Streaming Lineup
Plex is expanding its free streaming channel lineup with the addition of four more channels this week. Tune in for music, eSports, martial arts, and more. New channels now available on Plex: Black Belt TV (Available Globally) Black Belt TV features martial artists and training regime to train your mind and body. Volty TV (Available Globally)…