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The sorry state of live 4K sports streaming
The Paris Olympics are a microcosm of everything wrong with 4K HDR live sports streaming.
Deal
The redesigned Echo Spot just launched with a 44% discount
Amazon Prime members can get the new Echo Spot for just $45.
Deal
Bose's waterproof Bluetooth speaker is on sale for best-ever price
The Bose SoundLink Flex is 34% off on Amazon right now.
How-To
Silence, please! How to turn off auto-playing Netflix previews
Annoyed by the auto-playing previews while browsing Netflix for something to stream? Here's how to turn them off.
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Is your Roku player talking to you? Here’s how to shush it
There’s an easy remedy for a suddenly chatty Roku player or TV.
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Amazon Prime Video has ads now. Here's how to stop them
There's a way to nix the ads on Prime Video, but it'll cost you.
How-To
Did you watch that? How to find your Netflix streaming history
You can summon a list of all the films and TV shows you've streamed on Netflix in just a few steps. This guide shows you how.
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Using a VPN with MLB TV? Here's what you need to know
How to use a VPN to avoid MLB TV blackouts.
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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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The Echo Dot Kids is over 50% off in early Prime Day deal
Prime members can get the child-friendly Echo Dot Kids with parental controls at a big discount.
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8 best streaming services with free trials
There's no free trial for Netflix, but plenty of other big streaming services let you try before you buy. Here are 8 of the best streaming free trials.
How-To
Confused by Alexa's light rings? Here’s what the colors mean
The indicator lights on your Echo speaker can flash in seven different colors. Here’s what they’re trying to tell you.
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The Echo Pop is only $20 right now, cheap enough for every room
Not just practical, this compact smart speaker is surprisingly cute. Add one to every room and access Alexa from anywhere.
Cord-Cutter Confidential
4 simple steps to improve your Roku's home screen
Roku's home screen is getting worse, but these fixes will help.
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The Echo is more than just a speaker — and it's 35% off right now
Amazon's smart speaker can do a lot of cool stuff—play music, automate your home, answer questions—and it's down to a great price.
Reviews
Walmart Onn Google TV 4K Pro review: This is a great streamer
The best Google TV streaming box comes from Walmart, but don't expect to also get a great smart speaker.
News
YouTube is acting weird for Adblock users
Users report that YouTube clips skip to the end or play without sound if you have an ad blocker enabled.
Deal
Get the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K for just $30 right now
Upgrading your streaming experience is super easy to do with the Fire TV Stick 4K now available for 40% off.
Reviews
Zinwell ZAT-600B tuner review: NextGen TV, internet optional
This is the first ATSC 3.0 tuner set-top box to support encrypted broadcast television without requiring a connection to the internet.
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Yes, you can take a break from Netflix
Can’t remember why you’re still paying for Netflix? Maybe it’s time for a breather.
News
Windows end-of-life pop-ups: Watch their long, annoying history
Since Windows XP, Microsoft has been urging users to upgrade to the latest version of Windows with intrusive end-of-support pop-ups. A video shows all these annoyances.
Cord-Cutter Confidential
Free Paramount+ codes run dry: Now what?
How to save on Paramount+ without free coupon codes.
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Stanley Cup 2024: How to stream the NHL playoffs, championship
There are plenty of ways for cord-cutters to follow the puck this postseason.
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Use your TV as a computer monitor: Everything you need to know
Will that big, sexy screen look as good on your desk as it does in your living room? Let's dig into the specifics of using an HDTV with your PC.
How-To
How to connect your iPhone or iPad to your big-screen TV
Try these options when you want to mirror iPhone or iPad content on a bigger screen.
Reviews
JBL Authentics 300 review: A bilingual portable smart speaker
Your smart home won't be limited to either Alexa or Google Assistant with this speaker. It responds to either wake word wherever it's in range of your network.
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The 10 most-watched YouTube videos of all time
There are billions of videos on YouTube. But which ones are in the top 10 with the most views?
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Why pay for Paramount+ when you can get it free?
You can stream Paramount+ and Paramount+ Premium for free using these coupon codes – we'll show you how.
How-To
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.
How-To
How to save papers, photos, and analog music digitally
If you still have analog media such as records, music cassettes, or paper prints of photos and other valuable documents at home, you can digitize them without much effort and expense. We show you how it's done.
Reviews
Amazon Echo Hub review: A robust, easy-to-use smart home hub
This well-designed accessory will be particularly attractive to smart home enthusiasts with lots of devices to control. Ring Alarm users will find it compelling, too.
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Get 33% off Amazon’s Fire Stick 4K Max right now
The Fire Stick 4K Max is often discounted, but usually not this deep. Something to consider if you’re in the market for a new streaming device.
News
iTunes nears death on Windows as Apple launches Music, TV, Devices apps
Apple has also redesigned iCloud for Windows.
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This 85-inch, 4K Samsung TV is just $800 ahead of the big game
Looking to pick up a new TV for the Super Bowl? The 85-inch Samsung TU690T Smart TV offers a stunning picture for under a grand.
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This 75-inch, $630 Hisense TV is ready for the big game
Looking to pick up a new TV for the upcoming Superbowl? The Hisense 75U6HF Smart TV is enormous, vibrant, and a colossal $520 off right now.
How-To
NFL Sunday Ticket: How to cancel auto-renew before you forget
The regular NFL season is over, so now's as good a time to cancel your NFL Sunday Ticket subscription before it automatically renews at full price. Here's how.
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Twitch Enhanced Broadcasting changes everything about streaming to Twitch
At CES this year, Twitch and Nvidia announced that they will team up with OBS to overhaul streaming and encoding on the Twitch platform.
Reviews
Brane X smart speaker review: Boom without the bust
Brane Audio delivers bigly and well-tuned sound in a shockingly small and lightweight portable
Cord-Cutter Confidential
Tablo 4th-gen DVR review: Promising, but too many problems
Tablo's latest over-the-air DVR records local channels from an antenna for free, but with headaches along the way.
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Get Hulu for just $1 per month for a whole year
This Black Friday deal for the popular streaming service not only slashes the price by 87 percent, but also opens the door to a cheap Disney+ subscription, too.
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LG's C3 OLED, the ultimate PC gamer TV, is $500 off for Black Friday
LG's C3 OLED is widely considered one of the best TVs around, and it's especially delightful for PC gamers. Don't miss it at this deeply discounted price!
Reviews
Fire TV Stick 4K (2023) review: The middle child
The Fire TV Stick 4K gets updated for 2023. We examine its features and compare it to other streaming dongles.
Reviews
Amazon Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen) review: Better sounding, smarter
The revamped Echo Show 8 boasts beefed-up smart hub capabilities, along with spatial audio and on-screen content that adjusts based on your proximity.
Reviews
Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2023) review: Storage makes a difference
An in-depth review of Amazon's second-gen Fire TV Stick 4K Max, which combines powerful hardware with chaotic software.
News
YouTube unleashes dozens of helpful new features
YouTube is getting a host of exciting improvements in the browser and in the app. We present the most important innovations.
Opinion
Why I won't pay to avoid ads on YouTube
YouTube has declared war on ad blockers, so why are the payment options so bad?
Cord-Cutter Confidential
Every regional sports streaming option in one place
A big list of regional sports streaming options, with via pay TV packages and a la carte.
How-To
Stream pro hockey without a cable bill
Stream all the action on the ice with these subscription services.
News
One of Alexa’s best free features is going behind a paywall
If you want Alexa to keep listening for smoke alarms and breaking glass, you’re going to have to pay up. Here’s how much it will cost.
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