Category: Reviews
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Chromecast with Google TV Review: Teaching a Dongle New Tricks
After covering so many rumors and leaks about it, it’s a tad surreal to actually have Google’s new streaming device in hand. But it’s real. This is the Chromecast with Google TV, Google’s latest and greatest streaming dongle — now packing a new user interface based on Android TV and a remote control. We put…
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Roku Ultra 2020 Review: More Speed, More Features, and a Bit More Ultra
Editor’s Note (11/13/20): We’ve updated this review to include benchmarks and other insights gained after installing Roku OS 9.4 and exploring its new features and performance improvements. The latest Roku Ultra is here and the company’s promising a faster, more feature-rich iteration of its top-of-the-line dedicated streaming device. Of course, this isn’t the first Roku…
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Get the New Google Chromecast and 6 Months of Netflix for $89.99
Google just unveiled its new and improved Google Chromecast device during a company-hosted online showcase event Wednesday. The new Chromecast with Google TV is sleek, functional, and colorful with 3 choices including Snow, Sunrise, and Sky. The product is officially live and available for $49.99. Right now, Google is offering a bundle deal that gives…
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Roku vs. Roku: Four Streaming Devices Compared Head to Head (to Head to Head)
Roku’s current lineup of dedicated streaming devices runs the gamut of price points and features. At one end, the low-priced option goes for about $30, while the top-end model has an asking price more than 3 times as much. But what’s the difference among these streamers? What features and capabilities are Roku bringing to the…
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TiVo Stream 4K Review: A Budget-Friendly HDMI Dongle Packs a Limited, but Promising App
TiVo’s Stream 4K represents a different approach for the company. Instead of dedicated DVRs buoyed by paid service plans, the Stream 4K is a budget-priced streaming device meant to compete with Amazon’s Fire TV line, Roku, and others. Its key selling point is an integrated approach to content, pulling in viewing options from a number…
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Hulu vs. Sling TV: Which Streaming Service is Right for You?
If you’re looking at a live TV streaming service for the first time or thinking about making a switch from your current service, Hulu with Live and Sling TV are two great options. In this post, we’re breaking down some of the differences between these two services. Plans and Pricing Hulu with Live costs $54.99 per…
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Pluto TV vs Redbox: Which Free Streaming Service is Right for You?
Companies are taking notice of the rise in popularity of free, ad-supported streaming services and more are trying to get involved by creating their own services to bring in advertisers and promote their paid services. Redbox is the most recent company to jump in and announce the launch of their free, live TV feature. Here’s…
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Roku vs Fire TV – Which One is Right For You? We Take a Look…
Before you can stream your favorite TV series and movies, you’ll need to decide how you’ll watch. In addition to your computer, phone, or smart TV, there are many streaming devices that will let you stream all of your favorite apps on your TV. Right now Roku and the Fire TV are two of the…
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Hulu vs. YouTube TV: Which Streaming Service is Right for You?
If you’re thinking about switching streaming services or subscribing to a live TV streaming service for the first time, there are a few basic questions you’ll want to answer. In this post, we’re taking a look at some of the basics of Hulu with Live and YouTube TV. Plans and Pricing Hulu with Live costs…
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What is XUMO TV? You Asked, We Answer
With news breaking this week of Comcast being in advanced talks to buy Xumo TV, it had many asking “what is XUMO TV?” In this post, we’re answering questions about this free streaming service. What is XUMO? XUMO is a free streaming service with over 180 channels that include music, news, sports, and entertainment. It does…