Author: Philip Palermo
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5 Roku Features You Might Not Know About
Roku’s streaming devices have gained a sizable following among cord cutters, especially with those looking to convert their TVs into smart TVs — or upgrade beyond their current smart TV’s built-in operating system. But if you’re new to the platform, or if you’ve just been using your Roku as a simple gateway to your favorite…
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Sling TV Deals: What’s Available and Who Are They Best For?
Sling TV is currently offering a handful of deals that bundle an assortment of devices if you sign up to prepay for a few months. With different bundles at different price points, we’ve put together a quick guide to help readers figure out if there’s a good fit out there for you. Free Amazon Fire…
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How to Use NVIDIA Shield TV’s AI Upscaling Feature
The NVIDIA Shield TV and Shield TV Pro are both powerful, flexible streaming devices that support a number of advanced features, including 4K HDR playback at up to 60 frames per second. But one of its more interesting party tricks is what the company calls “AI upscaling.” This is in addition to the standard and…
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How to Use YouTube TV’s DVR Feature
One of YouTube TV’s biggest selling points is its “unlimited” DVR feature, which allows you to record tons of shows, sporting events, and more — and then stream that content to various devices. In this guide, we’re going to walk you through how it works and how you can get the most out of it.…
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How To Adjust Sound Settings on Your Roku Gear
While it’s likely best known for its line of media streamers, Roku does offer a line of audio gear, including a soundbar and wireless satellite speakers. If you’ve recently added a Roku speaker to your home theater setup, you might be wondering how to get the most sonic bang for your buck. In this how…
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How to Watch Michael Jordan, Chicago Bulls Documentary ‘The Last Dance,’ Premiering This Weekend
ESPN’s The Last Dance documentary premieres this weekend, with the first two episodes in the series airing on Sunday, April 19th. The 10-part series follows the Chicago Bulls and their 1997-’98 season. That was the year of their second “three-peat” and the final season for Michael Jordan in Chicago. And while anticipation for the series…
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Plex Adds a Pair of New Apps from its Plex Labs Program
This week, Plex is introducing a pair of apps — one to make playing media more enjoyable, and the other to make server management easier. And the company says both should available to Plex Pass members now. First up is Plexamp v3, an update to the company’s highly stylized media player. Some of the highlights…
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Fans Can Watch Formula E Racers Compete in Virtual Race Series
Formula E drivers have opted to resume competition virtually, mirroring similar moves from other motorsports organizations, including NASCAR. The electric-vehicle-only competition will continue with a nine-week online season called the ABB Formula E Race at Home Challenge. Fans will be able to watch streams of the season, which features 12 official teams and 24 drivers…
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Dish’s Hopes of Building Fourth 5G Network Under Scrutiny
Concerns are mounting about Dish’s plans to build a 5G wireless network to compete with AT&T, Verizon, and the newly merged T-Mobile. Originally slated for a 2023 launch, Dish’s emergence as a fourth wireless competitor was a key component of the federal government’s approval of the recent T-Mobile/Sprint merger. However, the ongoing coronavirus and its…
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Getting a Refund for the Lack of Live Sports is Harder Than it Seems
In an era devoid of live sports, some consumers have been asking themselves a simple question: Why should I pay for live sports I’m currently not receiving? Unfortunately, a look at the deals between various cable companies, sports leagues, and other entities reveals a not-so-simple reality. As the coronavirus pandemic continues, most sports-focused networks have…