Samsung’s Galaxy Buds+ finally debut, and they have a killer battery life
The rumors and leaks were right: Samsung has unveiled its $150 Galaxy Buds+ with 11 hours of battery life and much-improved sound quality. ANC is a no-show.
The Wall, Samsung’s epic microLED display, just got 300 inches bigger
Samsung's giant microLED TV just got a few new additions to its lineup, including an incredibly massive 583-inch, 8K display known as The Wall Business
Netflix is still the king of streaming, despite Disney+ success
Netflix is again the undisputed king of streaming services as evidenced by the latest audience report from Nielsen, the television ratings expert.
Leaked Netflix description says Resident Evil series will not be in Raccoon City
A leaked description may have confirmed that a Resident Evil TV series is in development for Netflix. However, the show will not take place in Raccoon City.
AirPods, AirPods Pro shortages could worsen due to coronavirus outbreak
Apple's already heavily back-ordered AirPods Pro could become harder to get due to the Coronavirus outbreak in China. Regular AirPods could also see delays.
Oscars be damned! The Lighthouse was one of the best films of the year
Every year, the Academy snubs some great films in its Oscar nominations, and this year is no different. In overlooking Robert Egger's The Lighthouse, however, the voters have snubbed one of the year's most bizarre, brilliant films. It's a crime big enough to rouse Poseidon himself.
Sony’s 2020 4K HDR TVs are up for pre-order starting at $700
First announced at CES 2020, Sony has now revealed some of its pricing and pre-order info for its latest 2020 4K HDR LED TVs. We've got all of the details.
How to watch the 2020 Super Bowl in 4K or HDR, with or without cable
On Sunday, February 2, the San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs will meet in Super Bowl LIV, the pinnacle event of American football. Whether you'll be watching with a group or staying comfy at home, there's plenty of ways to watch this year's big game. One of them will even broadcast in 4K HDR.
Roku reaches agreement with Fox to allow Super Bowl streaming
Football fans hoping to watch the Super Bowl via Roku tomorrow will be pleased to hear the platform has hammered out a last-minute agreement with content supplier Fox.
Netflix releases second half of BoJack Horseman’s final season
BoJack Horseman is ending. Netflix released the second half of season 6, marking the end of the horse actor's journey through (and away from) Hollywood.
Roku will likely lose all Fox channels a day before Super Bowl LIV
In a surprising turn of events, Roku has announced it will pull all of Fox cable channels from its platform on February 1st -- a day before the Super Bowl 2020 takes place. Viewers who wish to stream the annual sporting event will have no choice other than to subscribe to a separate streaming service.
Star Trek: Picard’s pilot is available free on YouTube and Pluto TV
For a limited time, CBS has made the pilot episode of its new series, Star Trek: Picard, free to watch on YouTube. The series is part of CBS All Access, the streaming video service of ViacomCBS.
Roku’s Wireless speakers will link up with its smart soundbar for true surround
Getting a surround sound system for your home theater is both affordable and easy now that Roku's Smart Soundbar and Wireless Subwoofer work with the company's Wireless Speakers to create a $500 wireless surround system. Though it may not pack the punch of other surround systems, for this price it's hard to knock it.
Sonos CEO tries to calm customers, says products will work ‘as long as possible’
Sonos CEO Patrick Spence has written an open letter to his customers clarifying the company's previous announcement that it will end software updates for older products in May 2020. Though it's not a reversal by any means, it may be enough to calm some of the angry voices on social media outlets.
Super Bowl LIV will be broadcast in 4K HDR, but there’s a catch
Fox will broadcast Super Bowl LIV in 4K HDR through several cable and satellite operators as well as its streaming apps. But not all streaming platforms are supported. We're going behind the scenes in Miami to bring you the story behind how this event will transpire. Here's everything you need to know.
Comcast cable subscribers’ bills will go up in 2020
Xfinity X1 and Flex customers excited to try out the Peacock streaming service for free once it debuts should expect their cable rates to go up as a result of the new service. Comcast CEO Brian Roberts said that the company is shifting to the streaming world, so costs will have to follow suit.
Netflix confirms a new Witcher anime film is in the works
Netflix announced via Twitter that The Witcher universe is officially expanding. However, not in the way you think. Production on a new anime film, The Witcher: The Nightmare of the Wolf, is officially underway from showrunner Lauren Hissrich and producer Beau DeMayo, in conjunction with Studio Mir.
Sonos users are furious over plans to drop support for legacy products
Having loyal customers is a badge of honor for companies. However, that same loyalty can turn into anger when these customers feel abandoned. Such is the case with Sonos: After announcing that some older products would cease to get software updates in May 2020, users took to social media to share their annoyance.
YouTube TV launches on PlayStation 4 consoles in the U.S.
PS4 users have known for a while that the PS Vue live TV streaming service would be leaving the platform at the end of January. Now we know what will take its place, at least initially: YouTube TV. The flat-rate TV streaming service owned by Google is the first third-party service on Sony's popular game consoles.
Older Sonos devices could lose access to features as soon as May 2020
All good things must come to an end: Sonos has said that some of its oldest products will no longer receive software updates after May 2020, and that features like streaming music will eventually stop working for those who decide to keep them. A trade-in program that lets owners recycle the products is still an option.
These are the most exciting new TVs coming in 2020
We're calling it early. Based on what we saw at CES this year, we think these TV models are going to be the standouts of 2020.
Who is Morbius and how does he tie into the MCU?
Sony's Morbius arrives July 31 but who actually is Morbius? Here's everything you need to know about the Living Vampire, famous for his tangles with Spider-Man, and why a brief tease in the trailer is cause for speculation that he might enter the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Disney drops Fox name from 20th Century Fox, Fox Searchlight
In a move many saw as inevitable, Disney has officially dropped the Fox name from film studios 20th Century Fox and Fox Searchlight. Some insiders believe the name change is aimed at distancing the Disney brand from Fox News, which is owned by Rupert Murdoch's News Corp.
NBC’s new Peacock streaming service is just one big ad-injection machine
NBCUniversal finally unveiled its streaming service, Peacock, a live call with investors on Thursday. The service will be offered in three tiers, most notably one that will completely free. But the biggest takeaway? This service is all about the ads.
NBC’s Peacock streaming service launches in July with free, $5, and $10 tiers
During a Comcast investor meeting on Thursday, the company — which owns NBCUniversal — announced that the Peacock streaming service will debut with three pricing tiers from free to $10. Only one of the tiers will be ad-free.
Another app? With Peacock, NBC tries to roll back the clock to cable
NBC finally unveiled Peacock, its new streaming service, during an investor event Thursday, including details on the content, availability, and pricing. I already hate it and have no plans to subscribe to either the free or paid options. Here's why it's a step backward for streaming.
NBC’s Peacock event previews Battlestar Galactica reboot from Mr. Robot creator
Sam Esmail, the man behind USA's techno-thriller Mr. Robot and Amazon Prime's Homecoming, is revamping Battlestar Galactica for NBC's streaming service Peacock. The series will tell a "new story within the mythology" of the fan-favorite show and address the modern political climate.
HBO won’t pursue season 2 of Watchmen as creator Damon Lindelof bows out
Sorry fans, there will not be a second season of Watchmen. HBO President of Programming Casey Bloys told USA Today that creator Damon Lindelof was no longer interested in pursuing a second season, and the network is not willing to do it without him. For now, that spells the end.
Bose to close all of its U.S. retail stores in pivot to online shopping
Bose has announced it's closing all 119 of its brick-and-mortar stores in the U.S., Canada, Europe, Japan, and Australia in the coming months, focusing its efforts on e-commerce instead. But 130 Bose stores in China, India, South Korea, Southeast Asia, and the United Arab Emirates will remain open, at least for now.
AirPods Pros giving you noise-cancellation issues? A fix could come soon
One of the best features of the new Apple AirPods Pro is reportedly giving some owners problems. The active noise cancellation has been negatively affected by a recent firmware update, leaving folks searching for answers. Here's what you need to know about the problem with noise cancellation.
At $100 more than the AirPods Pro, B&O’s new wireless buds may be a tough sell
Venerable Danish audio brand Bang & Olufsen has once again revamped its Beoplay E8 true wireless earbuds. This time, they're smaller, last longer, and sound better according to the company. But at $350, they're still very expensive and lack many features today's best wireless buds possess.
Henry Cavill teases Season 2 of The Witcher in Instagram message
Season two of Netflix's popular series, The Witcher, is nearing pre-production. Star Henry Cavill (Geralt of Rivia) posted an Instagram message to his followers confirming that pre-production is almost ready to begin. That's great news for the fantasy series' huge fanbase.
Why you should wait to buy a new 2020 TV
You may be tempted to pick up a new TV right now, but it is worth holding off for the new crop coming out later this year. The latest TVs have a flood of new features we've been eagerly awaiting, from HDMI 2.1 to ATSC 3.0. Here's why your patience will be rewarded if you wait for a 2020 model this year.
Dolby Atmos is great for movies, but wait till you hear what it does for music
At CES 2020, I was given a rare treat: A demo that showcased multiple classic tracks mixed in Dolby Atmos Music, and played back on a high-end Atmos setup. I walked away realizing that, not only is this a viable new format, but also that music mixed in 3D is actually more impactful than movies.