Music & Video News
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How to Claim Your Piece of the $214 Million Fortnite Settlement
If you or your child played Fortnite between January 2017 and September 2022, you could be eligible to receive compensation from Epic Games.
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What You Need to Know About Netflix Household and Account Sharing
Netflix is cracking down on password sharing by limiting access to people residing in your home. Here’s how to navigate the new Netflix Household rules.
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Echo Show 10 Makes Video Chat Easy and It's on Sale for Mother's Day
Amazon's Echo Show 10 makes video chat hands-free, from answering calls to keeping you in focus, making it accessible to all moms. Get it for 26% off.
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Samsung Gorgeous MicroLED TVs Now in Sizes for Regular Living Rooms
Samsung's MicroLED TVs, which arguably have the most vivid colors, deepest blacks, and best contrast, will come in smaller sizes with DIY installation.
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TCL 2023 TVs Will Have Higher Contrast and More Gaming Features
New TCL 2023 TV models will feature a raft of new gaming technologies as well as more backlighting zones to increase overall contrast and black levels.
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Amazon Turns Echo Dot Smart Speakers into WiFi Extenders
If you own an eero mesh WiFi system, you'll be able to use current and new Echo Dot, Echo Dot Kids, and Echo Dot Clock smart speakers as WiFi extenders.
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Connect Bluetooth Headphones to your Roku Player for Private Listening
For the first time, you can pair your Bluetooth headphones directly to select Roku devices for personal listening when you don’t want to disturb others.
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The Element Roku TV Makes Outdoor Viewing Affordable
With most outdoor TVs costing thousands, the Element Patio Series 55-inch 4K TV is a bargain at $1,299 and delivers a bright picture for outdoor viewing.
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Roku Update Lets You Use Your Own Photos as a Screensaver
Roku streaming players and TVs are getting an update that lets you easily upload your own photos to use as a screensaver for your TV and share with others.
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Samsung’s New Matte Display for The Frame TV Looks Amazing
When I saw the TVs live at CES, I was blown away by the effect. Reflections were almost non-existent and pictures looked like they were painted on canvas.
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Techlicious Top Picks of CES 2022 Awards
Our team of tech industry veterans scoured this year's exhibit halls to pick our absolute favorite products for the Techlicious Top Picks of CES 2022 Awards.
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Lovesac Sactionals StealthTech is an Impressive Hidden Home Theater
I reviewed Lovesac's Sactionals StealthTech and was wowed by the integrated speakers' ability to produce an enjoyable, immersive home theater experience.
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Amazon Echo Devices Are Becoming Much, Much Smarter
Big upgrades bring artificial intelligence and facial recognition that will transform the way Echo devices interact with you and your home.
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The Streaming Stick 4K+ May Be the Best Streaming Player
The Roku Streaming Stick 4K+’s WiFi and processor upgrades are appreciated, but what seals the deal is the rechargeable, voice-controlled hands-free remote.
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Roku Solves Two Annoying TV Remote Problems
With hands-free voice commands and a rechargeable battery, Roku’s Voice Remote Pro elevates your TV streaming experience. Here's what else to expect.
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Techlicious Top Picks of CES 2021 Awards
Our team of tech industry veterans scoured this year's virtual exhibit halls and picked our absolute favorite products for the Techlicious Top Picks of CES 2021 Awards.
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QLED vs Mini-LED vs OLED: What's the Difference?
LED, QLED, Mini-LED, OLED, microLED: These TV technologies may share the same name, but there are significant differences. Here's what you need to know.
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HomePod Mini Is a Smart Speaker Worth Buying for Apple Users
Though the HomePod Mini comes at a price premium, it's the best (and most budget-friendly) way for Apple users to voice control their gadgets.
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Samsung Slashes Smartphone and TV Prices on Amazon
With prices up to 50% off, it's a great time to upgrade to the newest Samsung Galaxy smartphone or spruce up your home theater with a QLED 4K TV.
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Samsung Giving Away Outdoor 'Terrace' 4K TV & Half-Remote, Half-Spatula
Samsung is giving away one its new 55-inch Terrace outdoor TVs, a half-remote, half-spatula combo (they call it a Remotula), and a grill for more summertime fun.
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Samsung Now Selling Outdoor 'Terrace' 4K TVs and Soundbar
Sheltering-in-place does not necessarily mean sheltering indoors. Samsung's new Terrace outdoor TVs and soundbar are IP55 water- and dust resistant.
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Comcast Xfinity Chills COVID-19 Cabin Fever with Free Premium Channel Previews
For the next 30 days, Comcast is offering a treasure trove of premium on-demand content for free and with no strings attached for millions of its Xfinity customers.
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The Best Streaming Service Deals
Need something to watch while you're quarantined at home to avoid the coronavirus? These are the best deals on streaming services available now.
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Roku Smart Soundbar Now Works with Wireless Surround Speakers
Turn your Roku Smart Soundbar into a surround sound system with Roku Wireless Surround speakers and sub.
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New Bluetooth LE Audio Standard Turns Your Wireless Music up to 11
Soon, your Bluetooth devices will let you easily listen to plays, muted televisions, specific language soundtracks at the movies, and share your music with others.
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Techlicious Top Picks of CES 2020 Awards
Every year at CES, we see a dizzying array of new products. Our team of tech industry veterans selected just 15 our Techlicious Top Picks of CES 2020 Award.
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New TiVo Stream 4K Organizes Streaming Shows, Not Streaming Apps
TiVo is changing the streaming game by focusing on what you want to watch rather than where you want to watch it.
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New LG TVs Let You Shop for Anything You See On Screen
LG's 2020 TV lineup will let you buy almost anything that shows up on your screen, without even glancing away from your TV.
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OLED TVs Are Going Mainstream with New Sets from Vizio, Hisense, LG and more
As more manufacturers enter the OLED TV market, the price of these high-quality TVs may finally start coming down.
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Best Cyber Monday Deals on TVs, Audio, and Streaming Players
Cyber Monday is one of the best days to get great deals on TVs, speakers and streaming devices without overspending. These are the best deals we've found so far.
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Best Black Friday Deals on TVs, Audio, and Streaming Players
Black Friday is one of the best days to get great deals on TVs, speakers and streaming devices without overspending. These are the best deals we've found so far.
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Netflix to Stop Working on Older Rokus and TVs
Find out if your Roku or TV will stop supporting Netflix on December 1, 2019, and what you can do to continue enjoying Netflix.
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How to Stream Disney+ on Your TV, Tablet, Laptop and Phone
Disney's new streaming service is here, and we have everything you need to know about how and where you can start watching.
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Smart Speaker Malware Can Record You and Steal Passwords
We're used to avoiding malware and phishing attempts on our PCs and smartphones, but now these scams are coming to our smart speakers.
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Disney+ Streaming Service Launches Next Month with Hundreds of Disney Classics
Even though there will be hundreds of movies and thousands of TV episodes on Disney+ at launch, there are some odd pieces missing.
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Roku Software Update Makes Watching Easier
Find out how the latest Roku software update will make it a lot easier to find new shows to watch get the details on the newest Roku players.
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Amazon Brings Alexa to Everything from Alarm Clocks to Eyeglasses
Some of Amazon's new Alexa devices are a little odd, but Echo speakers, Ringsecurity cameras, and other practical gadgets are getting solid upgrades for reasonable prices.
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20 Awesome Things We Saw at the IFA Tech Show
We walked the show floor at IFA, Europe's largest consumer electronics show, and found 20 products that we'd love to own.
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Apple Music Streams on the Web, Finally Letting You Ditch iTunes
Though it may not sway music-lovers who are devoted to other streaming services, it's now a lot easier to access Apple Music, no matter where you are.
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Sonos Finally Debuts a Bluetooth Speaker: Sonos Move
The Sonos Move is a powerful, rugged Bluetooth speaker that works on and off the Sonos network.
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Grab this 65" 4K TCL Roku TV on Sale for Just $450
If you're looking for a big-screen TV, this 65" TCL 4 Series Roku TV is hard to beat — particularly at the fantastic sale price of just $450.
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THX and Mixhalo Deliver Better Sound at Live Concerts
THX and Mixhalo make the music quality as good as the experience of attending a live concert.
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Disney+ Streaming Service May Be the First to Prevent Account Sharing
Disney's new streaming service is due out later this year, but its low subscription price may not be as big of a deal as it seems.
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38 Great Memorial Day Deals
Whether you're in the market for a big-screen 4K TV, a new laptop, or appliances and gadgets for your home, these are the best Memorial Day tech sales.
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10 Smart Gift Ideas for Mom
Why not give a gadget that makes Mom's life easier, safer and more enjoyable? We know just which high-tech gifts she'll love.
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Cord-Cutting Gets More Expensive
As more streaming providers increase their prices, you may need to do the math to see if streaming TV still costs less than cable TV.
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50 of the Best Presidents Day Deals for 2019
From the Apple Watch to the Xbox One, these are the best Presidents Day tech sales.
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New Blueprint Sharing Feature Promises a Lot More Alexa Skills
Alexa's latest features promise new independent content, with skills that will read blog posts, play university lectures, and bring new options to your Daily Briefing.
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The Best TV under $500
When you want a big screen TV but you're on a budget, this TV gives you the most bang for your buck.
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Netflix Still Has the Best Selection of Streaming Movies
Thinking of dropping Netflix? You may want to reconsider, because Netflix still has the best selection of streaming movies on the internet.
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After Netflix Raised Prices, Hulu is Dropping Prices
Hulu's price cut makes its basic plan very budget friendly — but other plans are getting a price increase.
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Netflix Announces Price Increase & New Software May Spur a Crackdown on Account Sharing
If the Netflix monthly price increase has you considering account sharing, think again. New software could make it easier for the company to crack down on account sharing.
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Techlicious Top Picks of CES 2019 Awards
From the latest televisions to ground-breaking high-tech beauty products, our editors picked their favorite products from the 2019 Consumer Electronics Show.
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What You Can Expect from 8K TVs in 2019
High-resolution TVs are the stars of CES 2019. But, are 8K TVs ready for prime time? Plus, we look at the cool new TV form factors.
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LG's New Signature OLED R TV Rolls Up to Vanish in Its Base
This new big-screen TV won't dominate your living room — instead, it rolls into its base to become completely invisible.
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The Sonos Beam is 3 Speakers in One
The Sonos Beam soundbar serves as your TV speaker, Alexa-enable smart speaker and a networked speaker for a Sonos whole home system.
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Facebook's New Portal Smart Display Is Perfect for Video Calls
Facebook's voice-controlled Portal and Portal+ may look like an Amazon Echo Show or Google Home Hub, but they are purpose-built for video calling.
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An Easy Way to Watch & Record Over-the-Air Broadcasts
The Fire TV Recast makes watching over-the-air television broadcasts as simple as asking Alexa for your favorite show. But there are a couple of hidden costs.
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13 Products We Want from IFA 2018
The IFA electronics show, Europe's premier tech showcase, is a tech lover's paradise. Here are our favorite products from this year's show.
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8K TV is Coming. Should You Care?
8K TVs may have a whopping 33 million pixels, which means they look great close up. But 8K isn't ready for primetime. Here's why.
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Your Smart TV May Be Spying On You
Not only are some TVs spying on you at home, they're also keeping tabs on you when you leave the house.
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Samsung's Frame TV Gets a Makeover
Samsung's Frame TV is the centerpiece of the room even when you're not watching TV with 800-plus works of art available to complement your decor.
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Get a Refund for Your Overpriced Monster HDMI Cables
Shoppers who were convinced to overpay for HDMI cables can get some cash from this class action lawsuit settlement.
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The Next Best TV Under $1,000?
Our choice for best sub-$1,000 4K TV just became an even better value thanks to improved image quality.
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Limit YouTube Kids Videos to Content Curated by People
The YouTube Kids app has had problems with inappropriate content slipping by their algorithms, but now it offers better tools to restrict what your child watches.
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Echo Dot Kids Edition Is a Smart Speaker Just for Kids
With FreeTime Unlimited and new kid-friendly Alexa skills, Alexa could become your child's virtual best friend.
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Easily Build Your Own Alexa Apps
Personalize your Alexa-enabled device with your own apps, including interactive stories, flashcards, and apps to help the sitter care for your child or pet.
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Samsung's 2018 QLED TVs Vanish into Your Room
In addition to top-tier picture quality, Samsung's newest TVs feature technology that makes them blend more easily with your decor.
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You Can Finally Watch YouTube TV on Roku
With the addition of Roku support, it's finally easy to watch YouTube TV on your actual TV
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Techlicious Top Picks of CES 2018 Awards
Our editors pick their favorite consumer tech products from the 2018 Consumer Electronics Show.
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Roku Products Get a Voice Assistant
Roku announces its own voice assistant to set up and control Roku products, including new Smart Soundbars and Smart Speakers.
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LG Adds Artificial Intelligence to Its New TVs
LG's 2018 TV lineup promises top-tier picture quality as well as smarts.
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Google Assistant Adds 50 New Kid-Friendly Activities
Your kids can now talk to Mickey Mouse and more with new games and stories in Google Assistant.
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Survey: The Hottest Games for Holiday 2017
Get your holiday shopping list started with this run-down of the most anticipated games of the year.
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Google Unveils Home Mini & Home Max Smart Speakers
Google unveiled two new smart speaker products that offer solid alternatives to their Echo counterparts. But do these new speakers make the grade?
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New Roku Players & Features Make Cord Cutting Easier than Ever
The latest lineup of Roku streaming media players packs in a bunch of new conveniences, including a built-in broadcast TV guide for cord cutters.
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Amazon Introduces New Amazon Echo & More Alexa Products
Amazon expands its lineup of Alexa-enable Echo products with models that control your smart home and double as your alarm clock.
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Roku Channel Offers Free Premium Movies
The Roku Channel will offer a selection of high-end Hollywood content, with advertising in lieu of a subscription fee.
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Apple Announces iPhone 8, iPhone X, Apple Watch Series 3 & Apple TV
Get ready to pre-order your new iPhone, Apple Watch or Apple TV. Here's what's new.
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Why Bluetooth 5 is Worth the Upgrade
Bluetooth 5 promises a longer range, faster transfer speed, larger data transfer, and a stronger signal. Here's what you need to know.
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Upgrade your TV Sound with the Samsung MS750 Soundbar
Samsung's latest soundbar offers high-end performance in a single, svelte speaker package.
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Netflix Interactive Stories Let You Take Director's Seat
What is it like to sit in the director's chair and be in control of how a story unfolds? Netflix’s new interactive stories put you in control.
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Microsoft Xbox One X vs. PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch
This may be the best Xbox Microsoft has ever made, but that doesn't necessarily mean you should buy it.
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Apple HomePod to Compete with Amazon Echo, Google Home
Can Apple best Amazon and Google in the smart speaker market? We lay out the options.
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3 Fun Gifts for Grads & Dads
Gift the hottest new tech trends to the grad or dad in your life.
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Amazon’s Latest Alexa-Enabled Device Has a Screen
Alexa can show videos and make video calls on Amazon's newest Echo device, the Echo Show.
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Can YouTube TV Replace Your Cable Subscription?
Google’s new streaming service offers a great selection of major networks, but it has its flaws.
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Amazon Tap Wireless Speaker Gets Hands-Free Access to Alexa
A new software update turns Amazon's wireless Tap speaker into a hands-free smart home device.
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Alexa-Powered Speaker Headlines Lenovo's Smart Home Lineup
Lenovo's new smart home tech is practical and budget-friendly alternative to the Amazon Echo.
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Techlicious Top Picks of CES 2017 Awards
Our editors pick their favorite consumer tech products from the 2017 Consumer Electronics Show.
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New LG OLED TVs the Thinnest TVs Ever
Measuring as thin as 2.57mm, LG's new W-Series OLED TVs mount flush to the wall for a window-like look and feel.
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Samsung's New QLED TVs Make Wall Mounting Easy
With invisible cables and a flush-to-the-wall mount, these TVs look more like a picture frame.
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TVs with Amazon Fire TV and Alexa Built-In Are on the Way
Soon you'll be able to access Alexa and all your favorite streaming services without the hassle of an extra box.
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YouTube's Top 10 Videos of 2016
The top videos of the year will make you laugh, cry and maybe even learn something.
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Hands On: Plantronics BackBeat Pro 2 vs. Bose QuietComfort 35 Headphones
Looking for a pair of Bluetooth, noise-cancelling headphones? We tested the Plantronics BackBeat Pro 2s against the industry-leading Bose QuietComfort 35s.
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Apple's TV App Brings Streaming Apps Together
Apple's new TV app consolidates dozens of streaming apps with a single, simple interface.
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FABRIQ Speaker Comes with Amazon Alexa Built-in
The budget-friendly new FABRIQ speaker combines solid sound with the power of Amazon's Alexa.
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Google Home Competes with Amazon Echo and Its Alexa Assistant
The Google Home speaker with built-in Google Assistant is the first, and likely the biggest, competitor to Amazon Echo and its Alexa household assistant.
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A Roku for Every Budget
Roku today introduced the candy bar-sized Roku Express for just $29.99, a new low price for media streamers and one of five new models from the leading media streamer maker.
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Google Home: A Smarter Alternative to Amazon's Alexa-Powered Echo?
Google Home may be smarter than Amazon's Alexa-powered Echo or even Apple's Siri, with a wider array of compatibilities and capabilities than either.