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Streaming video prices won’t stop rising, but it's still better than cable
Engadget Podcast: What’s up with streaming video price hikes?
In this episode, we chat with Janko Roettgers, author of the newsletter Lowpass, about the state of streaming media.
TikTok search results are about to get infested with ads
TikTok is integrated ads into search results, so you’ll get branded content every time you look for a hashtag, a specific user or anything else. These ads are pulled from sponsored videos hosted on the platform and exist as a way to “further power brand discovery.” Clicking on an ad doesn’t interrupt the search experience, as the feed remains static as you peruse.
Apple offers a free one-month trial of MLS Season Pass to new and returning subscribers
Apple has begun offering a free one-month trial for MLS Season Pass.
Peacock stops offering its free tier to new subscribers
Comcast's Peacock streaming service has stopped offering a free tier to new customers.
Twitch says it fixed an issue that prevented people from watching streams
Twitch is currently experiencing an issue that is preventing parts of the platform, including channels and streams, from loading properly.
Netflix's latest 'The Witcher: Blood Origin' trailer teases the appearance of a certain bard
Netflix has shared a new action-packed trailer for The Witcher: Blood Origin. Watch until the end to catch Jaskier and Minnie Driver's new character.
YouTube Shorts creators can now use up to a minute of licensed music
YouTube Shorts continues its aggressive moves to supplant rival TikTok, now allowing longer clips from licensed music.
Disney is bringing the first two episodes of 'Andor' to Hulu and a few TV stations this month
One of the best shows of the year comes is coming to more platforms.
Hulu with Live TV adds 14 new channels ahead of next month's price increase
Five of the new additions, including The Weather Channel, are already
Disney reportedly freezes hiring and expects some layoffs
Disney CEO Bob Chapek has told division leads in a letter that the company is implementing cost cutting measures in part to help it "achieve the important goal of reaching profitability for Disney+ in fiscal 2024."
Apple is reportedly building a live TV advertising network as part of its MLS deal
Expect to see a fair share of ads when Apple begins streaming Major League Soccer games next year.
Here's what you need to know about Netflix's Basic with Ads plan
By the time you’re reading this article, Netflix will have started rolling out its new “Basic with Ads” plan.
Netflix's ad-supported plan isn't working on Apple TV devices
Netflix's ad-supported plan went live in the US today, but you'll need to wait a while to access it on Apple TV devices.
The 4K Chromecast with Google TV is back on sale for $40
Amazon has taken $10 off both the 4K and HD versions of the Chromecast with Google TV.
Netflix renews 'The Witcher,' recasts Liam Hemsworth as Geralt of Rivia
A big change is coming to Netflix's popular fantasy series.
Amazon's Opportunity Mars rover documentary hits Prime Video on November 23rd
More than a year after it was first announced, Amazon has shared a trailer for Good Night Oppy.
Star Trek: Picard’s latest trailer suggests the series will end with a bang
With New York Comic Con underway this weekend, Paramount shared a new trailer for the final season of Star Trek: Picard.
Chromecast with Google TV HD review: Super simple 1080p streaming
While it doesn't support 4K content or Dolby Vision HDR, for just $30, the Chromecast with Google TV (HD) is one of the best 1080p streaming TV devices for the money.
'The Witcher: Blood Origin' debuts December 25th on Netflix
The Witcher: Blood Origin, a prequel to Netflix's live-action adaptation of Andrzej Sapkowski's fantasy novel series, will debut on December 25th.