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Peacock is Integrating Dolby Picture and Sound
Today, Dolby and NBCUniversal announced that Peacock will be the first streaming platform to implement the full suite of Dolby picture and sound technology. In today’s announcement, the two companies shared that Peacock is extending the availability of Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos across live sports over the coming year. The streamer is also the…
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56 Years Ago Today: The Premiered ‘All My Children’ and Its Enduring Legacy in Daytime Television
As we mark the passage of time in the ever-evolving world of television, today serves as a poignant reminder of a milestone that reshaped daytime drama. Exactly 56 years ago, on January 5, 1970, the American soap opera All My Children made its debut on ABC, introducing viewers to the fictional town of Pine Valley…
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What’s New This Week on Hulu, Disney+, and ESPN for the Week of January 5, 2026
New year. New you. New content on Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN. Here’s everything you can catch on the first week of 2026 from the big three. January 5 • Hulu: Best Medicine (Fox) – Premiere • Disney+ and Hulu: I AM BOXER (Hulu Original) – New Episode January 6 • ESPN: Men’s College Basketball: No.…
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The Disney Store Is Officially Closed… Here’s What’s Replacing It
It’s not see ya real soon, but rather au revoir to the Disney Store at DisneyLand Paris. The doors have officially closed on one of the last remaining classic-style Disney retail outlets. As of January 4, 2026, the longtime retail fixture at Disneyland Paris’s Disney Village has permanently shut down. The closure was part of…
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Netflix’s Stranger Things Comes to WWE Raw — What to Know About the January 5 Crossover
Tonight, the WWE kicks off its second year on Netflix with a must-see episode of Monday Night Raw, live from the Barclays Center. For the big-time live spectacle, the WWE Universe will be treated to storyline payoffs, potential title shakeups, and a special Stranger Things-themed presentation, as drama unfolds inside the squared circle. Off the…
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Alexa+ is Now Available All Customers With Early Access
Alexa is now officially available to anyone with Early Access, including those who have an Alexa+ enabled device or anyone who requests access through the website, giving wider access to Amazon’s new AI chat feature before it becomes available to all Prime members. Alexa was first announced at Amazon’s February 2025 Devices & Services live…
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Upgrade Your Home Comfort in 2026 — Google Nest Learning Thermostat Drops to $229
Start 2026 by upgrading your home comfort and grab the Google Nest Learning Thermostat + Nest Temperature Sensor for only $229.99 for a limited time. Get $50 in savings on a smart thermostat that learns your schedule, helps cut energy bills, and plays nicely with Alexa, Siri, HomeKit, and Google Assistant. Say goodbye to fiddling…
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The Future of NPR & PBS is In Question As The Corporation for Public Broadcasting Votes to Dissolve After 58 Years
In a historic and somber development, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) has announced that its Board of Directors has voted to formally dissolve the organization after more than five decades of service. The decision marks the closure of the private, nonprofit entity established by Congress in 1967 to oversee and distribute federal funding for…
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What’s New This Week on Netflix for the Week of January 5, 2026
From headlocks to Unlocked, Netflix is kicking off 2026 with fresh content. Here’s what’s dropping on the service for the first full week of the year. January 5 • WWE RAW – One Year on Netflix Anniversary January 6 • Pokémon Horizons (Season 3 – Rising Hope Part 1) January 7 • 11.22.63 (Season 1)…
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MeTV Toons Launches on Comcast’s Xfinity TV Service
Weigel Broadcasting Co. has expanded the reach of its popular MeTV Toons Network by making the channel available in high-definition to the majority of Xfinity customers nationwide. This development brings the beloved network to channel 1736 on Xfinity’s lineup, offering viewers a crisp, modern viewing experience while preserving the charm of timeless animated entertainment. MeTV…
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Comcast Cuts the Cord on Its Cable Networks as Versant Goes Live
In a major strategic transformation, Comcast has officially cut the cord on its cable networks. The media giant announced that it has officially spun off its cable network portfolio into a standalone public company called Versant Media Group, Inc. The separation was effective as of 11:59 PM Eastern Time on January 2, and the standalone…
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TCL Launches New Flagship TV Lineup
Today at CES, TCL introduced its flagship TCL X11L SQD-Mini LED Series, featuring improved picture quality, audio by Bang & Olufsen, and an anti-reflective layer to increase contrast. The new flagship series features a new Deep Color System with Super Quantum Dots, the CSOT UltraColor Filter, and the advanced Color Purity Algorithm. An enhanced Halo…
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Amazon Makes Major Changes to Its Fire TV’s Home Screen & User Interface
Amazon has unveiled a significant evolution in its Fire TV ecosystem with the launch of a completely redesigned user interface aimed at dramatically reducing the time users spend searching for content. The update, announced on January 5, 2026 at CES, introduces a cleaner, faster, and more intuitive experience that promises to get viewers to their…
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Sling TV Sues Disney for Antitrust Over Buying Fubo & Stifling Competition
Sling TV has filed federal antitrust and breach of contract counterclaims against Disney, alleging that Disney is stifling competition through its acquisition of Fubo. Filed late on Friday, January 2, the counterclaim is in response to Disney’s lawsuit against Sling’s parent company, Dish. That lawsuit claimed that Sling’s short-term subscription packages included Disney-owned channels without…
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Star Trek is Becoming Harder to Watch This Week As Netflix Is Removing All Star Trek Seasons Soon
As the calendar flips to 2026, international Star Trek enthusiasts are preparing for a significant change in their viewing habits. All remaining classic Star Trek television series currently available on Netflix are scheduled to leave the platform globally this week. According to notices appearing on the series pages, the last day to watch these beloved…
