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Howard Stern as seen on the new SiriusXM app on an iPhone, in front of the app on a car stereo.

The new era of SiriusXM starts today with a revamped app

SiriusXM is blurring the lines between streaming and satellite radio, starting with the launch of a revamped app and web experience.
The secondary Smart Display on a Telly TV.

First look: Telly’s free TV just might be able to pull this off

It's good to be skeptical of Telly, a free TV with a secondary display that shows ads. But that doesn't change the fact that Telly offers a good experience.
The Roxi ATSC 3.0 NextGen TV music channel.

Music might not bootstrap NextGen TV and ATSC 3.0, but Roxi at least tries to make it fun

Roxi brings music channels to NextGen TV over the air with an ingenious little system. The question is whether anyone will ever actually use ATSC 3.0.
Google Fast Pair.

Google is expanding Fast Pair, casting to more devices

Google announced a number of things at CES 2024, including an expansion of Fast Pair to make it easier to listen to what you want, on whatever devices you want.
LG Signature OLED T as seen at a press demo at CES 2024 in Las Vegas.

The LG Signature OLED T is official, and gorgeous — and transparent

It's not often we get major surprises anymore at CES, but LG managed to pull one off with its spectacular — and transparent — LG Signature OLED T.
Caleb Denison standing in front of the 115-inch TCL QM89.

Want to feel inferior? Stand in front of a 115-inch television

The 115-inch TCL QM89 brings size that we have not yet seen in a consumer-grade television. But chances are it's going to cost a pretty penny.
The 2024 LG OLED M4 television seen in a press image.

LG’s 2024 OLED M4 takes AI processing to new heights ahead of CES

With a new 65-inch model joining its larger siblings, LG's 2024 OLED lineup gets more powerful, while still getting rid of annoying wires.
A press image of one of LG's 2024 QNED televisions.

LG’s 2024 QNED TV lineup leans in to AI across the board, at up to 98 inches

LG is re-invigorating its QNED lineup for 2024, with a sharp emphasis placed on AI-powered enhancements thanks to its Alpha 8 processor.
The front panel of the Samsung Music Frame snaps off so you can swap it out with other artwork.

Samsung’s Music Frame makes audio look as good as it sounds

We got our first look (and listen) at Samsung's Music Frame — a speaker that essentially is what you get if you marry a picture frame with a quality speaker.
Netflix at CES.

Netflix is doing something chaotic for 3 Body Problem at CES

A short teaser video points to Netflix doing something chaotic at CES 2024 in Las Vegas.
TCL at CES 2023 in Las Vegas.

TVs, soundbars, speakers and more: What we’re expecting in home theater at CES 2024

It's not a big secret that we're going to see some pretty incredible TV tech at CES 2024 — and some of the companies already have let the cat out of the bag.
The Roku Pro Series television seen in a press image.

Roku TV turns 10, celebrates with new Pro Series mini-LED sets

As Roku TV enters its second decade of existence, it's adding a new trio of Pro Series televisions to its smart TV lineup.
The LG CineBeam Qube (model HU710PB).

LG’s CineBeam Qube projector doubles as an art piece

The new LG CineBeam Qube projector looks great out in the open, which is exactly how you'll need to use it.
Amazon Fire TV AI-generated art.

As streaming shatters, here’s how Amazon wants to glue it back together with AI

Amazon already has previewed some of what's coming to Fire TV in 2024. But we know that's just a tease of what's likely to come.
The dash of the 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV.

How televisions point the way for a future with CarPlay and Android Auto

Imagine having to buy a television that didn't allow you to also use a Roku or Fire TV stick. That doesn't sound like fun, does it?
The new Vizio home screen.

Software update looks to make the Vizio experience even faster

Vizio smart TVs from 2021 and up (and some from 2020) are about to get a software update that should make the Vizio Home experience a good bit faster.
ClearStream Fusion over-the-air antenna.

2024 is the year you need to have an antenna for your TV

With seemingly everything requiring a monthly subscription these days, 2024 should be the year you consider an over-the-air antenna for free television.
NordVPN app listing on Apple TV.

NordVPN tries to scare you into using its new Apple TV app

NordVPN basically says you'll be hacked if you don't use its VPN on Apple TV. Never mind that we've all gone years without it.
Tesla Autopilot

Latest Tesla recall shows a need for better nomenclature

There are recalls, and then there are recalls. And modern cars need a better name for something that can be fixed with an over-the-air software update.
Max on YouTube Primetime Channels as seen on an iPhone.

Max is now available to watch on YouTube Primetime Channels

If you want to watch shows and movies on Max but don't want to ever leave YouTube, you can now watch the former inside the latter.
Apple TV tvOS 17.2 update screen.

The tvOS 17.2 update is now available with redesigned TV app

Apple's tvOS 17.2 update brings about a number of changes to the TV app, which gets even better as a one-app-to-rule-them-all on the platform.
The viral Facebook algorithm bypass post is nonsense.

Is the Facebook algorithm bypass a scam? Or is it a hack?

No, you can't bypass the Facebook algorithm by copying and pasting a post. Not then, not now. It's just not how things work.
The YouTube TV broadcast delay feature.

YouTube TV looks to lessen live latency with broadcast delay feature

YouTube TV just added a feature that should make watching live sports better — and much closer to actually being live.
The Amazon Fire TV Max 4K was the most innovative streaming device of 2023.

The most innovative streaming device of 2023

Streaming devices don't get the same sort of major annual updates as other categories, but one still stood above the rest is 2023.
An iPhone on a Peak Design travel tripod.

The living room tripod is now officially a thing you need

If you have an iPhone and an Apple TV, you need one more thing to perfect your holiday group video calls — a tripod.
The Hulu icon in the Disney+ app.

Hulu content is now available inside Disney+ as a ‘beta’

You can now watch Hulu content within the Disney+ app, provided you're subscribed to both.
Zoom on Apple TV.

Apple TV with Zoom means it’s finally time to call your mother

Zoom on Apple TV means you can kick back and take that work call from your couch. Just remember to wear pants.
The app listing for ExpressVPN on Apple TV.

Express VPN joins the growing ranks of VPNs on Apple TV

The VPNs have come for Apple TV, and ExpressVPN is atop the heap. But do you need a virtual private network on your streaming device?
Nomad Apple TV Siri Leather Cover.

Latest Apple TV beta adds search via the remote’s Siri button

You may eventually be able to search for shows and music more easily, by simply pressing the Siri button once on the Apple TV remote.
The Glass app on an iPhone, in front of Glass on a web browser.

Instagram alternative Glass is getting more expensive in 2024

Glass.photo is an excellent alternative for photographers who want to escape the Instagram grind. But it's getting more expensive in 2024.
A promo for a show on Amazon Freevee.

Don’t like giant ads on Amazon Fire TV? Then don’t buy one

Amazon Fire TV made a change that causes some users to be forced into full-screen ads and promos. We shouldn't be surprised.
The Tubi app icon on Apple TV.

Tubi is taking its free TV to the U.K. as it appoints new exec

Tubi — a free, ad-supported streaming service — is expanding to the U.K. as it appoints a new exec to oversee international markets.
The Anker Prime Power Bank sitting on a desk.

My kid needed a new portable charger, so I bought myself this instead

My teenager needed a new portable battery charger, so I gave her my old one and bought myself the futuristic Prime Power Bank from Anker instead.
NFL Sunday Ticket on a TV.

NFL Sunday Ticket Black Friday deal drops price even further

NFL Sunday Ticket is now discounted even further for the final seven games of the 2023 NFL regular season as part of a Black Friday promotion.