Chromecast users can now send Google Drive presentations to the big screen
Google added the new functionality to the Drive service yesterday. Up until now, only a select few beta users could cast presentations using the dongle.
Roku finally gets a YouTube app, operates similar to Chromecast [Update]
Good news for anyone that owns a Roku, an official YouTube application has been made available on the Roku channel store for all current-gen devices.
Roku adds universal search for mobile devices, discloses its users’ top searches
The set-top box maker today let the public have a peek at a short list of its most searched-for titles, and announced a Roku 3 software update rollout.
Mohu targets urban cord-cutters with its $25 Leaf Metro HDTV antenna
The $25 HDTV antenna has all of the capabilities that make Mohu's other antennae so impressive, but with a slightly shorter signal range.
Chromecast’s home screen may get livelier with photos and weather
The Chromecast home screen is currently locked down from being altered by users, but information revealed by a Reddit user indicates that may change soon.
Amazon’s Fire TV is a win for everyone, even if its flame dwindles quickly
With the Fire TV, Amazon came out with guns blazing. But how long until the Fire TV's flame dies down in the face of its competition. Or does that matter?
Amazon’s $99 Fire TV puts Apple, Roku on notice with voice search, open ecosystem
Amazon today unveiled the FireTV, a set-top box that takes direct aim at Roku and Apple TV. Here's everything you need to know about the new box.
Chromecast adds Vudu, Crackle to its growing list of apps, Seinfeld fans rejoice
Chromecast today added Vudu and Crackle to its growing family of apps, giving users easy access to even more free and paid on-demand content.
Roku CEO calls Apple TV a money loser, shrugs off new Amazon streaming device
At a recent Re/Code conference, Roku CEO Anthony Wood called out his competition in the streaming marketplace, including Apple, and Amazon.
Chromecast may soon get Slingbox, and that means DVR
A Slingbox employee promised the long-awaited Chromecast app for its service is on the way.
Amazon thinks outside the box for streaming service, plans Chromecast-like dongle
The multi-service provider is rumored to be developing a dongle, not a box, for its streaming services.
Pay-TV operators lost more subscribers than they added for the first time last year
A report from Leichtman Research Group details how the 13 largest multi-channel video providers lost 105,000 subscribers in a 280,000-subscriber swing.
Morgan Stanley study points to a steadily growing number of cord-cutters
A recent Morgan Stanley report indicates cord-cutting is on the rise and is expected to continue rising in the years to come, with young adults leading the charge.
Chromecast shines even brighter with new Plex features
Plex Media Server adds free casting for all Chromecast users, as well as new auto-upload iOS features.
You’ll soon be able to “cast” Vudu content onto your TV screen via Chromecast
The Walmart-owned movie rental and streaming service announced today via its blog that users will soon be able to use the Google dongle for Vudu TV-viewing.
Roku sticks it to the Chromecast with a more flexible Streaming Stick
Roku unveils a new Streaming Stick, offering full Roku functionality for $49, as well as the best competition for the Chromecast on the market.
Roku said to be considering an IPO in 2014
The manufacturer of the successful digital media player is contemplating an IPO in the U.S. sometime this year, according to sources close to the matter.
Showtime Anytime finally launches on Roku, but only for certain subscribers
The Showtime Anytime app will soon come to Roku set-top boxes, but not all Showtime subscribers will be able to use it.
What kind of Roku are you? New themes will let you customize the experience
Roku will soon allow third-party developers to design customized apps for its home screen, available for purchase at the Roku home store.
Roku breaks outside the (set-top) box, introduces its own Roku TV line
Roku will now offer its popular streaming media interface as the operating system for a new series of televisions,
AllCast gives Android users streaming skills, but no Chromecast support yet
The AllCast app is back, using DLNA to let Android users stream pictures and videos to compatible devices sych as Roku and Apple TV boxes, smart TVs and more.
From zero to hero: Google’s Chromecast has a real shot at total TV domination
Google announced it will be opening Chromecast's SDK to developers, releasing it internationally, and also plans for casting to become a standard protocol.
Chromecast gets a lot more useful with the addition of 10 new apps
Chromecast announced today the release of 10 new apps for its Chromecast streaming dongle. Highlights include cloud-based services like RealPlayer and Plex.
Report: Google eyeing Nexus TV Android set-top box launch next year
Potentially impacting the home theater, Google's rumored Nexus TV could be an ideal set-top box solution for anyone that absolutely loves Android.
