What is Apple Music? The streaming music service fully explained
Ever since its debut, Apple Music has been gaining on market leader Spotify. But what accounts for Apple Music's popularity? How do you sign up and listen? All of this and more in our Apple Music...
View ArticleHere’s how to cancel your Netflix subscription when it’s time to stop bingeing
Looking to save some money on your bills? Or perhaps all of that bingeing is taking a toll on your work and social life? Canceling your Netflix account can help. But how do you do it, and what if you...
View ArticleWhat is Locast and why is it being sued by the Big Four broadcasters?
Locast is a New York-based nonprofit that gives people a way to access local TV stations without cable, satellite or even an antenna -- and all for free. The Big Four broadcasters aren't happy about...
View ArticleGoogle Chromecast and Chromecast Ultra: Everything you need to know
Google's Chromecast plugs into your TV's HDMI port, allowing you to stream content from your tablet, laptop, or smartphone directly to your TV. Here's what you need to know about all iterations,...
View ArticleThe best headphones for runners
Running is a great source of exercise but isn't always the most thrilling, especially when you're fiddling to keep your headphones in place. Check out our picks for the best headphones for running, so...
View ArticleThe best true wireless earbuds for 2019
If you can't stand the tangle of cords, or you're just excited about completely wireless earbuds, you're going to need some help separating the wheat from the chaff. Our list serves up the best true...
View ArticleSonos finally relents to the Bluetooth speaker tsunami
In what appears to be confirmation that Sonos is working on its first Bluetooth product, an FCC filing and leaked product photo shows a speaker that bears a strong resemblance to the Sonos One.
View ArticleDitto lets you watch up to four sources of video at once on an Apple TV
Apple TV's screen mirroring feature is very handy, but also very limited. You can only mirror Apple devices and only one at a time. A new version of Squirrel's Ditto app for tvOS eliminates these...
View ArticleHow to know if you’re actually getting Dolby Atmos sound
Dolby Atmos surround sound has become the holy grail for home theater lovers who want the best possible sound from their systems. But getting it isn't as easy as you might think. Here's how to know if...
View ArticleSpotify’s favorite speaker feature lets your tunes follow you with just a tap
Spotify appears to be testing a new feature that lets users seamlessly switch their listening session to a preferred Spotify Connect device when the Spotify app detects that it's nearby.
View ArticleLook out! 3D TVs could be poised to make a surprising comeback
A new holographic version of 3D that doesn't require glasses and can be seen from any angle might just bring back 3D TV from its near-death experience -- but we'll have to wait a few years to see it.
View ArticleThe Roku Channel gets five new channels, including the free Fubo Sports Network
The Roku Channel is a great place to search for a variety of free, ad-supported movies and TV shows. But it also has a great collection of free livestreaming options, which now include more sports,...
View ArticleTCL announces mini-LED and 8K along with its 2019 TV lineup
Debuted at CES 2109, we finally know when we'll be able to get our hands on TCL's 2019 lineup of new TVs and what they'll cost. The new QLED 8-Series looks especially promising, but the 8K versions...
View ArticleThe original Mac design team reimagines Apple’s AirPods. Would you wear them?
Most people would agree that if you were intent on redesigning Apple's mega-popular AirPods, you wouldn't make them look more controversial. And yet that's what the team at Frog Design has done — with...
View ArticleSpotify may be considering higher prices for its music plans
Spotify is the world's most popular music streaming service. But would that still be the case if it raised its prices? That's something the company is reportedly thinking of testing on its home turf of...
View ArticlePlex ends support for home theater PCs with new desktop app
Plex users who have traditionally relied on their PCs as an all-in-one solution may be forced to switch to Kodi. Plex has announced it's replacing its Plex Media Player app with a version that no...
View ArticleSpotify adds parental controls to its family plan to filter explicit lyrics
Spotify is rolling out a feature that has long been on parents' wish lists: The ability to filter explicit content on the sub-accounts of Spotify family plans. Family plans will also get access to a...
View ArticleThe best streaming devices for 2019
There are more options for media streamers than ever, so it’s difficult to pick the best option. But that’s why we're here. Our curated list of the best streaming devices will get you online in no time.
View ArticleOLED vs. LED: Which kind of TV display is better?
The acronyms OLED and LED sound and look very similar, but the two technologies are vastly different in terms of engineering, performance, and capabilities. Which technology wins when you pit OLED...
View ArticleMP3 vs. MP4: What’s the difference and which one is better?
Everyone knows what an MP3 is -- the longtime standard for digital music. But what is an MP4? Do they sound better? Should you stop using MP3 files for your favorite music? Good questions! We have the...
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