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.
Golden Globe Awards send a message to Netflix: It’s not your time yet
This was supposed to be the year that Netflix finally crossed the threshold in movie awards season, but the 2020 Golden Globe Awards offered a harsh reminder that streaming services have a long way to go before their films are judged on even ground with theatrical releases.
Where are they now? A look back at our past Top Tech of CES winners
For years, the tech sages of Digital Trends has been crowning the most impressive products at CES. How well have our picks held up? With CES 2020 on the horizon, it feels like a good time to look back at our favorite tech from years past, and ponder just how important they really proved to be.
Sony’s noise-canceling WH-1000XM3 headphones are my gadget of the decade
In the last decade, hundreds of new tech products made it to the market. However, no gadget has had more impact on my life than the one I acquired just a couple of months ago -- Sony’s noise-canceling WH-1000XM3 headphones. Here's why they've had such an impact on my life.
How 2019 became the year of true wireless earbuds
Fully wireless earbuds have evolved from novelty wearables to must-have devices in record time. From the first AirPods to the latest noise-canceling masterpieces, it's been a long road. But thanks to new models with multiple advancements, 2019 is when it all came together. Here's why it's time to buy.
Why Microsoft is the most exciting hardware company to watch out for in 2020
2020 is a critical year for Microsoft's Surface division as it gears up to launch its most ambitious set of hardware. The company is planning to launch its pair of dual-screen devices, Surface Neo and Surface Duo, its first true-wireless headsets, the Xbox Series X, and more.
Netflix’s Mindhunter: 10 shocking facts about the characters and killers
If you've binged Netflix series Mindhunter, you're probably wondering how true many of the stories are, who the characters are based on, and if the serial killers were real. Here's a breakdown of 10 of the most interesting facts from the series.
Netflix vs. Apple TV+: An early comparison of the soon-to-be streaming rivals
How does Apple's upcoming streaming service, Apple TV+, compare to industry leader Netflix? Here's a breakdown of what we know so far and how the two direct-to-consumer streaming platforms line up, from price and content to the devices they're available on and the video resolution they offer.
Back to the beginning: These are the best TV prequel series
With television prequel series for Lord of the Rings and Game of Thrones currently in the development, here are some of the best TV prequel projects that have turned back the clock and explored the early days of popular movies or TV series and earned heaps of praise while doing so.
Exclusive: TCL shares its plans for world domination at IFA 2019
TCL might not be a household name in the United States, but despite its lack of name recognition, it's one of the biggest electronics manufacturers in the world -- and it has big plans for expansion in the coming years.
Thwips and quips: Ranking all the Spider-Man movies from best to worst
With so much of Spider-Man's future in doubt, it seemed like a good time to look back at the friendly neighborhood webslinger's history on the big screen. Here's how all eight theatrical releases featuring Spider-Man stack up, from the worst to the best of the wall-crawler's movies.
Samsung’s quantum OLED plans could mean better, cheaper OLED TVs for all
If you love the way OLED TVs look, but have always been put off by the price, Samsung's latest announcement should give you hope: The company plans to start making QD-OLED TVs, which marry the advantages of QLED and OLED into a single TV. Apart from better TVs, the move could bring us cheaper OLEDs too.
Why are current smart TVs still dumb enough to be hacked?
Our smart TVs are amazing devices, able to stream on-demand music and movies, let us surf the web, and even control our smart home devices. But these features come at the cost of security and many of us don't even know there's a risk. Can our smart TVs be hacked? And if so, what can we do about it?
Five questions we need answered after watching Stranger Things season 3
Season 3 of Stranger Things expanded the world of the hit Netflix series quite a bit, but it still left audiences with plenty of questions about what the future holds for the show and some of the core elements of its mythology. Here are the five biggest questions we still have after the third season.
Five burning questions we have about HBO Max, WarnerMedia’s new streaming service
WarnerMedia has revealed some information about its upcoming streaming service, HBO Max, scheduled to launch in spring 2020, but there's still a lot we don't know about the latest direct-to-consumer video platform. Here are the five biggest questions we have about HBO Max.
How Amazon and Google’s streaming feud helped make Roku the streaming king
Amazon and Google are finally playing nice when it comes to streaming, with YouTube now available on Fire TV devices, and Amazon Prime Video available on Chromecast. Here's how remaining agnostic has helped Roku become the maker of the most popular streaming video device manufacturer.
Stranger Things recap: Everything you need to know before season 3 premieres
With season 3 of Stranger Things premiering soon, well over a year since the second season arrived on Netflix, there's a good chance you could use a reminder about the events that have unfolded in Hawkins, Indiana up to now. Here's a breakdown of everything that's happened so far in the hit series.
What to watch after Chernobyl: Five compelling films about real-life disasters
HBO's Chernobyl miniseries is a big hit for the network, thanks to its compelling dramatization of the 1986 accident that led to one of the most infamous nuclear disasters of all time. For anyone looking for the next thing to watch, these films offer more excellent drama inspired by real-world disasters.
How Zvox soundbars use advanced tech to help the hard of hearing enjoy TV again
ZVOX audio has been credited as the maker of the first commercially successful soundbar, but the innovation didn’t stop there. Led by CEO Tom Hannaher and his team are working to help bring high-quality TV audio to the hearing impaired, from soundbars to affordable hearing aids.
Six things the new AirPods (and all new wireless earbuds) should have
After testing countless wireless earbuds, we know what makes a great pair. Whether you’re a new buyer or just upgrading, here’s what you should look for in your next set of wireless earbuds, AirPods or otherwise. From great battery life to waterproofing, here’s what all wireless earbuds should have.
Dream on: The concert of the future is in Vegas, and Aerosmith leads the charge
Aerosmith has partnered with THX, L-Acoustics, 1More, and Mixhalo to provide fans with an unparalleled, tech-fueled concert experience for the band’s 50th anniversary. From deeply personal on-stage experiences to immersive, object-based surround sound, here’s how this one concert series could shape the future of live music around the globe.
How Laika blends 3D printing and CGI to make mesmerizing stop-motion movies
With each film, Laika Studios pushes the bar higher for stop-motion animation. In our new video, we explore Laika's latest techniques for its new adventure, Missing Link, which the studio calls a kaleidoscopic travelogue that pushes the line once again to rank as the studio's most ambitious film yet.
From burn table to turntable: Meet the company that’s turning ashes to vinyl
Looking for an interesting way to celebrate the loss of a friend or family member? We spoke to And Vinyly, the UK-based company that takes ashes and presses them into vinyl records, providing up to 30 friends and family with a cool, listenable piece of their loved ones.
How the headphone jack helps Samsung out-Apple the king
Samsung’s latest flagship phones and wearables have plenty of exciting new tech to unfurl, but one of the most useful features is also the oldest: The mighty headphone jack. By keeping the aging tech alongside new innovations, Samsung is showing Apple it too can lead the way.
From live VR to the stadium beer line, 5G will revolutionize how we watch sports
As 5G prepares to roll out across the United States, instant mobile access to blazing-fast internet will change the way you experience your favorite sports, both in the stadium and at home. From real-time VR and stats to improved on-premise experiences, 5G is poised to revolutionize the world of sports.
Q Acoustics’ Concept 300 speakers banish vibrations with sci-fi stands
The new Q Acoustics Concept 300 speakers look fantastic, especially in the silver and ebony color scheme; but you should also pay attention to the crazy-looking stands, as a huge amount of work has gone into their design and engineering. They serve a purpose: To rid the speakers of nasty vibrations.
The show cost how much?! The priciest original series on Netflix
Netflix has spent big bucks on original series, which might be part of the reason why its subscription pricing is going up. From Orange is the New Black and House of Cards to The Crown and Jessica Jones, here's a look at some of the priciest series from the streaming service.
Netflix’s latest price increase heralds the end of streaming’s golden age
Netflix’s recent price rise is just the latest in a string of signs that streaming’s golden age is nearly over. As more services emerge, content will be further partitioned, signaling the end of streaming’s good old days. Soon, we’ll all need to make some serious choices about where to spend our streaming dollars.
Leave the charger behind: Wireless headphones will get epic battery life in 2019
From true wireless in-ears to noise-canceling over-ears, virtually every headphone manufacturer has seriously improved its wireless headphone battery capacity, making fears about charging up a thing of the past. The next generation of wireless headphones leaves virtually no reason not to cut the cord.
Say goodbye to the box: The future of home theater has no use for receivers
One of the most intriguing new trends to come out of CES 2019 comes from a technology that has been around for years. WiSA, supported by new LG TVs, PCs, and Xbox consoles, has the potential to cut the wires and change the home theater landscape forever. This could mean the beginning of the end for the A/V receiver.
From Atmos to WiSA: These are the coolest soundbars of CES 2019
While some companies chose not to play this year, CES 2019 still had a ton of impressive soundbars at the show. From Klipsch to Vizio, the soundbars at this year's show brought a ton of new features and plenty of power. We've rounded up the coolest soundbars we saw at the show.
‘Star Is Born’ ear doctor tells us how to avoid Jackson Maine’s hearing issues
Nobody wants to endure the constant, incessant ringing that plagued the ears of Bradley Cooper’s character in 2018’s popular music flick. Here are the best ways to avoid damaging your hearing, according to the film’s real-life ear doctor.
Box-office bosses: The highest-grossing movies of all time for each month
Every month sees a slew of movies released, but these films are respective juggernauts in their monthly time slots. Some are likely to be beaten soon while others may last for years to come, but all of them are massively successful. Here are the biggest movies of all time for every month.
The Apple AirPods 2 needed to come out today. Here are four reasons why
Apple announced numerous new products at its October 30 event, a lineup that included a new iPad Pro, a Macbook Air, as well as a new Mac Mini. Here’s four reasons we wish a new set of AirPods were on that list, and what Apple needs to do to stay at the top of the true wireless universe.