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Formula E is coming to The Roku Channel in 2024.

Formula E adds Roku for streaming and expands on CBS

Formula E will find 11 races streamed on The Roku Channel, starting with its 2024 season.
YouTube TV and Hulu apps on the Roku homescreen.

YouTube TV is expanding multiview to more than just sports

YouTube TV will now let you watch news, weather and business channels alongside live sports, all at the same time.
YouTube TV family sharing.

YouTube TV password sharing — is that even a thing?

Folks worried about a YouTube TV crackdown on password sharing need to remember that a Google account isn't the same as a Netflix account.
YouTube TV on Apple TV.

YouTube TV adds Magnolia Network and other FAST channels

Joanna and Chip Gaines' Magnolia Network — and a handful of other FAST channels — is now available on YouTube TV.
Google's first-gen Chromecast dongle.

Google ends support for the original Chromecast

Google has ended support of its first-gen Chromecast dongle. These alternatives are your best bet for a replacement.
NFL Sunday Ticket landing page on an iPad.

NFL Sunday Ticket will allow for unlimited streams at home

NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube and YouTube TV will allow you to watch on as many devices as you want — so long as you're at home.
The Roku Home Monitoring System SE starter pack.

Roku is now in the home security business

The Roku Home Monitoring System SE integrates with your Roku player or TV to let you monitor and control things with your remote.
Sling TV app icon on Apple TV.

Sling TV is at its lowest number of subscribers in 5 years

Sling TV seems to be content with its place in the world, meandering around 2.3 million subscribers for the past half-decade.
NFL Sunday Ticket landing page on an iPad.

How to get NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube and YouTube TV in 2023

NFL Sunday Ticket has moved from DirecTV to YouTube and YouTube TV, making it available pretty much everywhere. Here's how to subscribe.
YouTube TV on Apple TV.

YouTube TV details fixes for audio sync, better 1080p quality

YouTube TV is testing a higher bit rate on 1080p video and squashing a number of other bugs, all ahead of a major milestone this fall.
Chromecast with Google TV plus remote.

Common Google Chromecast issues and how to fix them

Google Chromecast is a great streaming device, but sometimes it runs into problems. Here, we'll help you solve some common Chromecast issues.
Roku Plus Series

Roku Plus Series TV review: better than you may expect

Roku's first streaming TV aims to find the perfect mix of premium and accessible, but has it done enough to compete with its own brand partners?
Roku Plus Series television in a living room setting.

Roku bets big on its own TV brand — but is it a good idea?

Is Roku's bid to be its own TV brand hot or not? Its choice could have big implications.
YouTube TV on Apple TV.

YouTube TV now available as a bundle with Frontier internet

Subscribers of Frontier internet can now add YouTube TV to their bill — and get a discount for the first year.
YouTube TV and Hulu apps on the Roku homescreen.

Hulu Live vs. YouTube TV: How to pick the best live streaming service

Hulu With Live TV and YouTube TV are two of the biggest streaming services in the U.S. We'll help you decide which is best.
Sling TV app icon on Apple TV.

The best Sling TV alternatives

Sling TV has more than 2 million subscribers and is the third-most popular service in the U.S. But there are other options you should take a look at.
YouTube TV 4K Plus channel.

YouTube TV finally gets the 4K Plus plan’s price right

The 4K Plus add-on for YouTube TV has always been an extravagance. But cutting the price in half makes it a much easier pill to swallow.
Dark theme on YouTube TV.

YouTube TV price hike is a reminder that you have to do the math

The YouTube TV base plan is getting more expensive, but some subscribers actually will see their overall bills go down.
YouTube TV on Roku.

YouTube TV increases its monthly prices by $8 – is now the time to switch?

YouTube TV has issued its first price increase since 2020, pushing the cost of a monthly subscription to $73.
Roku remote in hand with Roku home screen in. the background.

How to update your Roku device software

Updating your Roku streaming device's software keeps it in tip-top shape and delivers its latest features. It's as easy as a few clicks. Here's how to do it!
An example of YouTube TV's multiview feature.

YouTube TV rolls out multiview: watch up to 4 NCAA games at once

Just in time for March Madness, YouTube TV is launching a multiview experience that lets viewers watch up to four NCAA games at the same time.
The March Madness app on an iPhone.

How to watch March Madness online

March Madness is back, with the 2023 NCAA Men's College Basketball Tournament scheduled to run from March 14 to April 3. Here's how to watch every game.
Roku Select Series television.

The first Roku-made televisions are now available at Best Buy

The Roku Select Series and Roku Plus Series televisions are the first to be made by the streaming veteran under its own name.
Two Formula 1 cars speed around a corner in a scene from season 5 of Formula 1: Drive to Survive.

F1 Bahrain Grand Prix live stream: Watch the race for free

Want to watch the Bahrain Grand Prix? The race starts at 10 AM ET / 7 AM PT. Here's how to watch the free Bahrain GP live stream from anywhere.
NFL on YouTube TV.

NFL Sunday Ticket may get typical YouTube community features

Google's earnings call may have revealed a few features NFL Sunday Ticket will enjoy on YouTube, with months to go before we actually see them.
TCL's Scott Ramirez at CES 2023.

Did Roku just upend the midrange TV landscape?

Roku may well have just sent a sizable shockwave through the affordable TV market. The question, really, is a matter of degree.
A Roku-branded smart TV.

Roku will start making its own Roku TVs and OLED reference design

In a pretty seismic shift in the smart TV market, Roku announced that it will start selling its own branded Roku TVs instead of only relying on its partners.
Disney Plus on Roku.

Disney+ launches cheaper plan with ads — but not on Roku

You can now get a cheaper Disney+ subscription if you don't mind advertising — and if you're not using Roku.
Roku Express 4K+

Cyber Monday: Stream Disney+, Netflix, and more with this $18 accessory

The Roku Express will turn any TV into a smart TV, and expand an already smart TV with new features. It has a sweet Cyber Monday discount today.
Sonos Sub Mini in front of a sofa.

Sonos Sub Mini vs. Roku Wireless Bass

While the Sonos Sub Mini and Roku Wireless Bass can't be used interchangeably, we put together this guide to help you decide which woofer is best for you.
The rear view of an Apple TV 4K showing gigabit ethernet port, HDMI port, and power port, with the Siri remote alongside in the background

Apple TV 4K vs. Roku Ultra: Which top streaming device is best?

When it comes to all your streaming needs, do you place your trust in the top-tier Apple TV 4K or the equally great Roku Ultra? We weigh in to help you decide.
YouTube TV clock.

YouTube TV adds a clock to its live guide; Apple TV gets the new UI

YouTube TV has added a clock to its live guide, so you can tell what time it is while watching TV. Which just makes sense.
Live sports on Roku.

Roku looks to make live sports easier to find

Roku has added a new Sports section that looks to make sense out of the myriad channels you have to have to watch live sports.
Hulu app icon on Roku.

Hulu Live and the Disney Bundle are getting more expensive

If you pay for Hulu Live or the Disney Bundle, you'll likely have to pay more starting December 8, 2022.