Amazon deletes first trailer for The Boys season 2, but it’s still available
Everybody's favorite superhero hunters are coming back! Amazon dropped the first trailer for season 2 of The Boys and then deleted it just hours later. We've got the gory details.
YouTube Rewind 2019 is an improvement, but fans still hate it
YouTube Rewind 2019 is here, rounding up all of the most popular videos on the platform in 2019. Among them? Music from the likes of Billie Eilish and Lil Nas X, as well as entertainment from popular creators like MrBeast and PewDiePie, and content related to Fortnite and Minecraft.
Plex launches its free, ad-supported streaming service, no Plex server needed
Today, Plex took the wraps off its free, ad-supported movie and TV video streaming service. Available on a huge number of devices and in more than 200 countries, the service features major Hollywood hits as well as lesser-known titles, however, these titles vary significantly from country to country.
This full-range $249 Denon soundbar does DTS Virtual:X on a budget
Those looking for better TV sound on a budget might well want to check out the new $249 Denon DHT-S216. It's a bare-bones home theater soundbar with Denon's reputation for quality audio. It features two built-in subwoofers so there's no need for other gear, and a single HDMI connection will get you going in minutes.
Freaked out by the FBI’s smart TV warning? Here’s what you should do
A recent warning from the FBI is the latest suggestion smart TVs could be used to spy on you. But what is the real risk? Should you return that brand new TV you just bought on Black Friday, or is there a way to keep and keep yourself safe? We have some helpful suggestions.
Spotify Wrapped gives a personalized look at who you listened to most in 2019
Each year, Spotify gives its Premium subscribers the ability to look back at their musical habits and discover which artists, tracks, and albums were most significant to them. For 2019, Spotify has expanded these lists to cover the entire decade, revealing what the world was listening to for the last 10 years.
Walmart won Cyber Monday with this amazing 65-inch LG 4K TV deal
If you're hunting down a fantastic deal on a 65-inch 4K TV this Cyber Monday, Walmart has the deal for you: An LG UM6900PUA for just $450, down $200 on the usual $650 -- a fantastic price for a versatile, well-rounded 4K TV that's perfect for the average viewer, with smart software to boot.
This 50-inch 4K TV is a no-brainer at just $189 this Cyber Monday
It's not often we recommend a television that wasn't made by one of the mainstream manufacturers, but this particular offer on a 50-inch Sceptre is just unmissable. Usually $400, the 4K TV is on sale for Cyber Monday for just $190. That's right -- we're looking at a 50-inch 4K TV for less than $200.
This Cyber Monday deal will bag you a Chromecast and Google Home Mini for $35
One gadget that may be missing from your home is a streaming device, which allows you to view tons of online content from services like Netflix or Hulu to your TV. You could rectify that omission with a great deal for Cyber Monday -- three terrific options for Google Chromecast devices available now from Walmart.
This ultra-loud, waterproof Bose Bluetooth speaker is $30 off for Cyber Monday
As we prepare for Cyber Monday, we're already hunting down great deals on electronics and gadgets for you. We've got one of the best Cyber Monday deals on portable speakers that's already available: The Bose SoundLink Micro speaker on sale for $70 at Walmart. That's $30 off the standard price of $100.
Score 35% off 1More True Wireless Headphones and more for Black Friday
Looking for a new set of headphones or earphones? 1MORE has an amazing 35% off its highly acclaimed earphones and headphones, only with this code.
Is Disney+ skimping on its HDR video quality? Some experts say yes
Disney+ has received its fair share of criticisms since launching, from service outages to a lack of basic features like Continue Watching, but now we're hearing of a more serious charge: The company's HDR video quality may not be true HDR, suffering from low-brightness. Is there any truth to these concerns?
An Apple AR headphone could be in the works according to a new patent
A new patent reveals that Apple might be trying to create augmented reality headphones that would be used for conference calls. The patent is vastly different from any other Apple headphone or AirPods design, as these headphones focus on a “virtual conference room audio experience."
Disney+ adds the much-requested Continue Watching feature
Disney+ may have no trouble getting subscribers thanks to its exclusive content offering, but that doesn't mean everyone is happy. Some things have been noticeably absent like Continue Watching. However, that changes today with a new update that brings the feature to all of the Disney+ platforms and apps.
Google now bundles 3 months of free Disney+ on new Chromebooks
Google is offering 3 months of complimentary Disney+ subscription with every new Chromebook purchase. The offer was silently added to a long-running list of Chrome OS freebies and is available for buyers who activate a new Chromebook between November 25 and January 31, 2020.
Hisense R8 ULED Roku TVs deliver 4K and Dolby Vision on a budget
Hisense unveiled its new R8 Roku TVs and they're an amazing value. Starting at $500 for the 55-inch model, these 4K TVs feature HDR10, Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, and Hisense's own ULED technology which enhances picture quality in real time. They're also compatible with both Alexa and Google Assitant.
Samsung TVs, tablets, and smartwatches at their lowest prices of the year
Dell's Black Friday sale puts Samsung 4K TVs, Samsung tablets, and smartwatches at their lowest prices this holiday season. They include 82-inch QLEDs, the Samsung Galaxy S6 tablet, and the Samsung Galaxy Watch.
Disney has already begun fixing the terrible Disney+ interface
Disney+ is great, but compared to Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime, its app is a mess. Search barely works. Standard quality-of-life features are missing. Thankfully, it’s getting better. Here’s what’s changed about and been added to the Disney+ app since the service’s launch.
Microsoft Surface Earbuds: What you need to know about the AirPods Pro rival
Microsoft has launched its Microsoft Surface Earbuds, its answer to Apple's AirPods. Designed for "all-day comfort," these true wireless earbuds are aimed at the business world rather than the consumer market, featuring Microsoft Office integration and dual-array microphones with background noise reduction.
First Look Media launches Topic, to provide a more meaningful streaming service
Topic from First Look Media officially went live on Thursday, and it’s not your average streaming service. Here, you’ll find thoughtfully curated content as an additional component to your entertainment life: Everything from three-minute shorts, to documentaries, monologues, original series, and more.
Vizio says a fix for its Disney+ problems is coming in December
After hearing loud and clear from its angry customers about its lack of Disney+ support, smart TV maker Vizio has a fix for the problem. Unfortunately, the Chromecast update won't arrive until early December, likely missing the key Thanksgiving weekend, when many people will want to watch the new streaming service.
Spotify’s free tier now works with Alexa and Bose speakers
In the wake of Amazon's announcement that its free tier of Amazon Music is now available on more devices, Spotify has enabled the use of its free subscription on all Alexa products, including Echo speakers and Fire TV devices. You can also use it with Bose smart speakers via Spotify Connect.
Sling comes to Google Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max for a voice-driven TV experience
YouTube TV is no longer the only live streaming TV service you can watch on a Google Nest Hub or Nest Hub Max. Sling TV announced that it is now available on these devices, and you can launch and control the service using Google Assistant. It will also act as a source for casting Sling TV to other Chromecast devices.
Spotify ramps up podcast discovery with ‘Your Daily Podcasts’ playlist
With growing investments in podcasting as a medium, it only makes sense that Spotify would want its listeners to spend more time listening to podcasts. To make the podcats discovery process easier, it has launched a new personalized playlist just for podcasts: Your Daily Podcasts, available for free and premium users.
How to watch Disney+ on a Vizio smart TV using AirPlay 2
Disney+ is finally here, but one group of fans has been left out of the Star Wars and Marvel streaming party: Owners of Vizio Smart TVs. There's no Disney+ app for the platform the Chromecast feature won't work until December. But there is a final option. Here's how to use AirPlay 2 to watch Disney+ on Vizio TVs.
Amazon’s $35 Fire TV Blaster extends Alexa to all of your home theater gadgets
If you love the idea of what Amazon's Fire TV Cube can do, but don't want to replace your perfectly good Fire TV device, the $35 Fire TV Blaster might be just the ticket: It can extend Alexa's voice commands to TVs, receivers, and cable TV boxes, for a fully voice-controlled home theater experience.
Sony’s odd-looking wearable neck speaker makes movies more immersive
If 5.1 home theater systems seem too complicated and even the idea of connecting a soundbar is unappealing, perhaps Sony's $300 SRS-WS1 Wearable Neck Speaker is just for you: It brings a full surround-sound experience to a wireless speaker you wear anywhere in your house, placing you in the middle of the action.
Enclave Audio’s CineHome Pro is the first THX-certified wireless speaker system
Getting better sound out of your TV without a ton of hassle usually means resorting to a soundbar. However Enclave Audio has a better solution: Its $1,500 CineHome Pro is a 5.1 speaker system that's totally wireless and is THX certified -- the first wireless home theater system to get this designation.
Simpsons fans, your jokes are safe: Disney+ will fix aspect ratio issue in 2020
Right now, you can only watch The Simpsons in 16:9, which cuts off some of the series’ best jokes. Well, help is on the way. A fix scheduled for “early 2020” will allow Disney+ subscribers to switch between 16:9 and 4:3 formats, making those early episodes available to watch as they were designed.
Hulu + Live TV is jacking the rates starting December 18
Hulu + Live TV is about to become a lot more expensive. The live TV streaming service majority-owned by Disney costs $45 per month, but will rise to $55 per month starting on December 18. The move comes shortly after Sony announced the January 2020 shuttering of PlayStation Vue, its live TV competitor.
Spotify takes the pain out of road trip playlists with Soundtrack Your Ride
If you've got a long road trip coming up, having the right tunes is vital. But why hand-pick hundreds of songs for your playlist when Spotify can do all the heavy lifting for you with its new tool, Soundtrack Your Ride? In just a few seconds, it can generate a playlist to match any musical taste and any trip length.
An Apple media super-bundle could launch as soon as 2020
More rumors have emerged that Apple will launch a media-streaming super-bundle that will offer music, news, and video -- and possibly more -- for one low monthly price. It could reshape the streaming world in Apple's favor. But what would such a bundle cost, what would it include, and will the music labels play ball?
First ‘Tuned by THX’ home theater speakers need no A/V receivers — or wires
Buying a soundbar is one of the easiest ways to improve your TV's sound, but for owners of 2019 LG TVs, there's another option. Platin Audio's $899 Monaco 5.1 home theater system offers true 5.1 surround sound, using wireless speakers, and the whole system has been tuned by THX to deliver the best possible sound.
Here’s everything currently available on Disney+ in the U.S.
Disney confirmed the very, very long list of shows, movies, and other content that's available on its new streaming service Disney+ which officially arrived in the United States on November 12. From older Disney films to modern Marvel and Star Wars blockbusters, there's something for everybody.