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Cheaper Walmart streaming player with Google TV on the way
Documents detailing a new 1080p-capable Google TV streaming player from Walmart's Onn brand just hit the FCC.
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Telly TV users might be charged a fee for blocking second screen
If you sign up for one of Telly’s free dual-screen, ad-supported TVs, you best not cover the secondary screen that displays the ads.
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Tidal: FLAC is now our ‘preferred’ high-res format, not MQA
One of the biggest proponents of the troubled MQA audio format now prefers the open-source FLAC codec instead.
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Younify is a streaming TV guide that actually works
Younify pulls your watchlists and recently watched shows from your Netflix, Hulu, and other accounts into a single menu.
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Is live CNN coming to Max?
Max might be getting its first live TV programming in the form of CNN news coverage, according to a report.
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Android TV gets a Shop tab for movie purchases and rentals
Now there’s a new way to browse for and purchase movies on Android TV devices.
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Paramount+ dumps a slew of shows as it merges with Showtime
"Inside Amy Schumer" is among the shows and movies that have been wiped from Paramount+'s library of titles. Also gone: an animated Star Trek series.
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Skullcandy shows off 5 new water-resistant Bluetooth speakers
Ranging in price from $30 to $80, all five speakers boast Bluetooth 5.3 radios and can withstand submersion in up to three feet of water for 30 minutes.
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New Paramount+ with Showtime plan arrives: What to expect
Paramount+ has whittled its four streaming plans down to two, including one that bundles Showtime. Here’s what’s changing, including pricing.
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Is Netflix phasing out its ad-free Basic plan?
Less than a year after rolling out an ad-supported tier, Netflix is doing away with its ad-free Basic tier in Canada. Will other countries lose the Basic plan too?
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TP-Link’s Tapo brand launches Matter-compatible smart lighting
The in-wall Tapo Smart Wi-Fi Dimmer, Smart Wi-Fi Light Switch, and Mini Smart Wi-Fi Plug connect to your Wi-Fi network and are Matter certified.
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These 5 Max shows might be heading to Netflix
Some of the most legendary HBO shows on Max may soon be available on Netflix, too.
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Make the most of Max with these tips
HBO Max has become just Max. Here's how to navigate it.
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Nanoleaf's 4D TV-synching backlight is ready for its close-up
Preorders begin soon for the Nanoleaf 4D, which uses a camera to sync the colors on your TV screen with an included LED light strip.
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Govee’s dual-lens, TV-syncing backlight now fits even bigger TVs
The Envisual TV Backlight T2 kit from Govee now accommodates TVs up to 100 inches, while also adding new vivid and black-screen modes.
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Amazon's 'Hey Disney' assistant finally arrives for U.S. Echo users
A joint effort between Amazon and Disney, the custom-built "Hey Disney" voice assistant is now generally available—for a price.
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Google's Nest Cam and Nest Doorbell get image quality tweaks
A software patch from Google adds key image quality improvements to the battery-powered Nest Cam and Nest Doorbell, including better HDR.
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Thumbing its nose at Matter, Zooz announces 3 new Z-Wave kits
Z-Wave missed the Matter bus, but that's not stopping Zooz from using the technology in kits for smart home security, leak detection, and garage-door control.
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Yes, those free Paramount+ codes still work (for now)
The process for getting Paramount+ for free has recently changed. Here's what you need to know.
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WiZ debuts new filament bulbs, outdoor lamps, and downlights
Fresh from announcing its first security camera, WiZ is back with a trio of smart lights for both indoor and outdoor use.
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Vivint expands into smart lighting with unique switches and bulbs
The company’s new offering is based on Zigbee-based smart bulbs and smart switches that make for easy retrofitting; no new electrical wiring is required.
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Loxx Boxx delivery box runs on battery power, cellular connection
Its all-steel construction sounds attractive as well, but its $2-and-up monthly subscription fee might be less attractive.
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Skullcandy's Rail ANC earbuds offer noise cancellation for less
Skullcandy's latest earbuds pack ANC, a voice assistant, and personalized audio for a hair under $100. A cheaper, non-ANC version of the Rail is also on tap.
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The next Sonos Move hits the FCC with a key improvement
A new version of the Sonos Move appears set for release later this year, complete with a feature borrowed from the Sonos Roam and Era speakers.
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Spotify tests "offline mix" for when you lose connectivity
With its latest test, Spotify eyes one of YouTube Music's best features: an automatically downloaded music playlist for times when you're offline.
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Could Netflix's password-sharing crackdown actually be working?
Netflix hopes its crackdown on password sharing will reverse its subscriber slowdown, and the gamble may be paying off, according to early estimates.
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YouTube TV tees up another NFL Sunday Ticket deal
The initial $100-off discount for NFL Sunday Ticket has expired, but YouTube TV has a new deal on the table.
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Amazon said to be mulling ad-supported Prime Video tier
Could Amazon be prepping an ad-supported version of Prime Video? Talks are reportedly underway.
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Yes, you'll be able to keep 'Hey Siri' as Siri's only trigger phrase
One of the big changes coming with iOS 17 is the ability to drop "Hey" from the "Hey Siri" tigger phrase, but the standard "Hey Siri" will still be an option.
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Apple Music app will finally get a major missing feature
With the arrival of iOS 17 this fall, Apple Music users will finally get a long-awaited feature, along with other welcome improvements.
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Reolink’s CX410 2K security cam features color night vision
The first model in Reolink's new ColorX series also offers person, pet, and vehicle detection; motion-activated lighting; and PoE (Power over Ethernet) support.
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iOS 17 StandBy mode brings smart display-like features to iPhone
Coming in iOS 17, StandBy displays clock faces, smart home widgets, and photos on your iPhone's lock screen when it's horizontal.
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FaceTime is coming to Apple TV with tvOS 17
You’ll finally be able to make FaceTime calls over your Apple TV with a little help from your iPhone.
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Apple will simplify Siri's wake word with iOS 17
Soon you won't need to say "Hey" before chatting with Apple's Siri on the iPhone. Back-to-back Siri commands without the wake word are also coming soon.
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Vimeo is tuning out its streaming TV apps
The Vimeo apps for Apple TV, Android TV, Amazon Fire TV, and Roku are going away, but there’s still a way to watch Vimeo on a bigger screen.
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IFTTT is killing its pay-what-you-want Legacy Pro plan
IFTTT originally pledged to honor its set-your-own-price plan for legacy users "forever," but the web applet service appears to be reneging on its promise.
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TP-Link’s new Tapo outdoor security cam boasts color night vision
The Tapo C325WB doesn’t rely on LED spotlights to record 2K-resolution video in color under low light conditions.
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Google Assistant to drop support for third-party notes apps
Starting next month, Google Assistant will only be able to create notes and lists on Google Keep, leaving AnyList and Bring users high and dry.
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Amazon to pay $30M to settle the FTC's Alexa, Ring complaints
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission had accused Amazon of illegally gathering data from kids through their Alexa profiles, as well as mishandling Ring videos.
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Google ends support for first Chromecast after 10-year run
Originally released back in 2013, the first-generation Chromecast had an impressively long run for a streaming video player.
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Amazon yanks Alexa’s paid celebrity voices, offers refunds
Alexa’s ability to speak in Samuel L. Jackson’s voice is already gone, and the Melissa McCarthy and Shaquille O’Neal voices are getting the hook soon.
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Wyze Cam Floodlight Pro promises high-end security for less
The budget-priced smart home device bolts a 2.5K-resolution security camera to a trio of articulated floodlights delivering up to 3,000 lumens of brightness.
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Samsung adds a new Q-series Atmos soundbar to its 2023 lineup
A 7.1.2-channel model with Dolby Atmos, the just-announced HW-Q900C joins Samsung's other 2023 soundbars.
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Abode Systems announces a low-cost DIY home security system
Stripping out smart home features such as Zigbee, Z-Wave, and HomeKit certification results in a simpler, less-expensive hub focused exclusively on security.
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Netflix's password sharing "crackdown" is more of a fishing expedition
Netflix rolls out new rules against password sharing, but cracks in the paywall remain.
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Apple iOS 17 might turn your iPhone into a smart display
The next version of iOS could make your iPhone act like a smart display when it's locked and positioned horizontally, according to a report.
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Netflix just made it a lot easier to sort your My List titles
Netflix is adding a big improvement to its mobile app: a new sorting option for "My List". Here's how it works.
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Here's why Max's new $20-a-month 4K plan is worth it
Streaming in 4K on Max costs more than on the former HBO Max, but the streamer says you’ll get way more 4K content. Here's the complete list.
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Big changes are coming to Paramount+ and Showtime
Whether you're a Paramount+ subscriber or a dedicated user of the standalone Showtime app, big changes are afoot. Here's what's about to happen.
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