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How ad-free streaming became so much less affordable
Why ad-free prices have grown at a faster rate than ad-supported streaming, and what you can do about it.
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Amazon's newest Echo Show 11 smart display is $60 off right now
Amazon's Echo Show 11 is on sale for $190, down from its recently hiked $250 MSRP. Here's who should buy it.
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Get these Fire TV devices for up to 60% off before the price hikes hit
All five Fire TV models are on sale right now at Amazon. Grab them before the latest hikes drive their prices up to new highs.
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I just cancelled Netflix and it feels great
Why I'm taking a break from Netflix after a 17-year run.
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Amazon just hiked prices up to 60% on Echo, Fire TV, Kindle, and eero devices
Amazon says rising memory and storage costs have forced price increases on its Echo, Fire TV, Kindle, and eero products.
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Peacock just raised prices again. Here’s how to pay less
All the ways to get a deal on Peacock, even after the latest price hikes.
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This digital Blockbuster clone is a beautiful nostalgia trip
BingeBuster aims to replicate the video store experience, but with streaming movies.
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Grand Theft Auto VI's next look is a Netflix exclusive
Rockstar is skipping a traditional YouTube trailer drop, instead collaborating with Netflix and turning it into an event later in August.
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How to watch the NFL without cable—and spend as little as possible
Compare sports bundles, antennas, standalone apps, and Sunday Ticket to find the cheapest way to watch the NFL in 2026.
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Not just PCs: Roku hikes prices up to 60% as RAM crunch drags on
A Roku executive said that the jump in prices on cheap streaming gadgets is directly caused by component shortages from "AI" demand.
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Best 5 VPNs for streaming Netflix and other services
These VPNs will help you avoid content restrictions and give you access to your favorite streaming services like Netflix from anywhere in the world.
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YouTube is eating TV, and Peacock is the next course
YouTube Premium subscribers will automatically get Peacock Premium next year. Here's why that matters.
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This $40 keyboard solved my biggest smart TV annoyance
The Arteck HW197 is a wireless keyboard with a built-in trackpad, ideal for smart TVs, streaming boxes, and home media centers.
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I slapped this $22 LED strip on the back of my TV. My eyes thank me daily
Forget pricey HDMI sync boxes. This simple white-light LED strip eases eye strain while boosting the perceived black levels on your TV.
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Can't stand Google TV? Make it look like Roku instead
Kyu Launcher, an alternative home screen for Google TV, mimics the look of Roku but with no ads.
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Netflix's plot to become cable hits a wall
Netflix is adding short-form videos, and it's reportedly exploring live channels and subscription add-ons. Here's what it means for you.
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I turned my Plex library into 24/7 streaming channels with this free app
A review of Bunny Ears TV, a free app that turns videos on a Plex server into round-the-clock streaming channels.
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Fubo quietly raises prices. Is it still worth considering over YouTube TV?
Fubo raises prices by up to $15 per month as NBC channels arrive. Here are the alternatives to consider.
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Netflix is forcing users to link profiles to separate email addresses
According to screenshots on Reddit, some Netflix users are being asked to assign a separate email address to each profile on their account.
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