New York Comic Con: All the TV and movie panels you won’t want to miss
From Star Trek to Stephen King to the Walking Dead, New York Comic Con has something for everyone. Here are the panels you'll want to pay attention to when NYCC takes over the Javits Center in New York City to close out the convention season from Thursday, October 3 through Sunday, October 6.
Apple TV+ seems OK for serious Apple fans, not so much for everyone else
At its September 10 iPhone event, Apple finally revealed major details about its Apple TV+ streaming service, including a November 1 launch date and a cost of $5 per month But, apart from some A-list actors and expensive series, is there enough here to be excited about?
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.
Sight is the enemy in the first trailer for See, Jason Momoa’s Apple TV+ series
In the first trailer for the Apple TV+ series See, a world where humanity has lost its sense of sight puts a pair of children in danger when they're born with the ability to see. The original series stars Jason Momoa and Alfre Woodard and is expected to premiere when Apple TV+ launches.
Apple TV+ will launch by November, cost the same as Apple Music
Apple will reportedly put a $10 monthly price tag on its subscription video service, Apple TV+, which is expected to launch by November. The per-month cost of the service will be the same as Apple charges for its subscription-based Apple Music and Apple News+ services.
How can Apple’s The Morning Show possibly cost more than Game of Thrones?
Apple TV+'s The Morning Show is a drama set in a contemporary newsroom. There are no dragons, no giants, and no ice zombies, and yet it's still more expensive than Game of Thrones, showing what happens when a company like Apple prioritizes celebrities and name recognition.
Apple TV+ series The Morning Show gets its first trailer
Apple has released the first, full-length trailer for The Morning Show, its upcoming original series starring Reese Witherspoon, Jennifer Aniston, and Steve Carell, which chronicles the behind-the-scenes drama of a morning television news show. The series will be exclusive to streaming service Apple TV+.
Netflix built a TV empire without ads. Here’s why it’s time to consider them
In an increasingly compacted and complex streaming landscape, Netflix is going to have to once again innovate to stay at the head of the pack. While adding commercials to its programming would be met with serious controversy, if done properly it could be a smart move for the streaming wars to come.
Apple TV’s first original series is Man in the High Castle meets First Man
Apple gave a peek at its first original series, For All Mankind, during the June 3 keynote presentation for the Worldwide Developer Conference. The series is created by Battlestar Galactica's Ronald D. Moore, and explores an alternate history in which the space race never ended.
HBO arrives on Apple’s new TV app, letting fans watch Game of Thrones offline
HBO has been added to the new Apple TV app, which is currently in beta, letting subscribers stream HBO's hit programs, including Game of Thrones, to multiple devices and download episodes for to view offline. If you're not a current HBO subscriber, there's a weeklong free trial, too.
Netflix’s price hikes will take effect shortly for most subscribers
We've known for a while that Netflix intends to hike its prices across all three levels of its subscription streaming service, but now we know when that will happen for most customers: May 2019. With increases that range from $1 to $2 per month, it's the first time Netflix has raised all of its prices simultaneously.
Get a free Apple TV 4K when you commit to four months of DirecTV Now
DirecTV Now had a bad fourth quarter in 2018, losing 250,000 subscribers, but the company is back in the fight with a new offer: It will give you a free Apple TV 4K if you sign up and pay for a minimum of four months of service.
Apple’s show time event: A whiplash-inducing bundle of copycat services
Apple unleashed a barrage of news, streaming, and gaming bundles at its latest event aimed at boosting its services and adding more revenue, including a brand new, two-tiered plan for streaming video. But while the services are big on celebrities and high design, they appear short on innovation.
Apple teases Monday’s big event with an early look into Steve Jobs Theater
Apple is gearing up for a big event on Monday where it's expected to unveil a video-streaming service to take on the likes of Netflix. But more than 12 hours before it starts, the company has apparently cranked up the event's livestream from an empty Steve Jobs Theater. Well, empty but for some occasional skits ...
You can now watch four PlayStation Vue streams at once on a single Apple TV
PlayStation Vue subscribers can now watch March Madness in style via Apple TV, which can now stream up for four separate games to your TV at once, making it easier than ever to catch all the on-court action from a single living room. If there's a better way to keep your bracket updated, we haven't found it.
Oprah joins Apple with a multiyear original programming deal
Apple has landed one of the most influential figures in all media, signing a wide-ranging deal with Oprah Winfrey. Few details were announced, but it means Apple is upping the ante in original streaming programming with a big push meant to compete with established streaming content rivals like Amazon and Netflix.
An upcoming Apple TV 4K update should fix its forced-HDR problem
The new Apple TV 4K has a nasty habit of forcing TVs into HDR mode, messing with the picture. Luckily, the upcoming tvOS 11.2 patch will help.
Apple original programming gets $1B boost in bid to take on streaming giants
Apple has taken a big step into the world of film and TV, aiming to spend $1 billion on Apple original programming in the next year.
Amazon's 'Comrade Detective' sees plenty of 'A'-listers doing voiceover work
Amazon Prime Video's Comrade Detective is a Romanian comedy with voiceover work from Chaning Tatum, Mahershala Ali and more A-list actors.
360 video has arrived on Apple TV for the first time, thanks to Twitter
360 is branching outside of mobile viewing with Twitter's latest Apple TV app update, which also adds a Global Map view for live streams.
Vevo’s redesigned Apple TV app can keep music videos playing all day long
Vevo has redesigned its Apple TV app to include more functionalities that make it easier to get lost in hours of music videos.
There’s a new way to enjoy stunning drone footage from around the world
DJI has launched a new Smart TV app that aims to showcase some of the best drone footage from around the world.
After shuttering streaming plans, Apple may bundle HBO, Showtime, Starz instead
After putting its live TV streaming plans aside, Apple may instead offer a bundle of premium TV services including HBO, Showtime, and Starz.
Apple has just rolled out a useful update to improve your iTunes movies experience
Apple has finally made it possible to watch rented iTunes movies across multiple devices, instead of having to stick with the same one.
You can now watch Netflix through the Apple TV app, but there’s a catch
Apple has made it easier for viewers to watch Netflix directly from Apple's TV app. Or rather, Netflix has made it easier.
Apple TV debuts new app with more access to other channels, save for a few
While Apple TV's universal search does what it needs to do and now includes videos from over 50 content partners, the new TV app is much less impressive.
Apple releases kid-friendly StoryTime app for Apple TV
Apple's new app for Apple TV, StoryTime, encourages kids to read by providing visual read-along cues and sound effects.
Apple’s new TV app puts all your shows and movies in one place
Apple's new TV app puts all of your shows and movies in a single, easily accessible portal. It's launching on Apple TV, iPad, and iPhone later this year.
Twitter could be planning to bring live-streaming NFL games to the Apple TV
Twitter is reportedly currently in discussions with Apple about bringing its app to the Apple TV, featuring live-streaming NFL games and other events.
'Game of Thrones' to 'Stranger Things': Apple reportedly crafting streaming TV guide
Apple is reportedly working on a new type of TV guide that lets users browse shows and movies across a variety of streaming services.
Lost your Apple TV remote? This Siri-integrated app has you covered
Apple's new Remote app for the Apple TV supports Siri commands on the newest generation of devices. It also features controls for music playback and games.
CBS News launches slick new Apple TV app ahead of national conventions
CBS News has launched a new Apple TV app offering authentication-free, live-streaming news coverage, as well as built-in Siri support.
The answer to why Amazon shunned Apple TV and Chromecast only creates more questions
In a recent interview, Jeff Bezos tried to explain why Amazon removed Apple TV and Chromecast and why the Prime Video app isn't available on either device.
Apple’s cooking up an answer to Amazon’s Echo and Google’s Home hub in the form of a new Apple TV
Apple's reportedly working on a new Apple TV with significantly enhanced Siri capabilities to rival Amazon's Echo devices and Google's Home hub.