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Netflix's ad-supported plan will soon allow downloads and reward binge-watching
The updates come one year after the tier launched.
Disney is taking full ownership of Hulu, setting it up to dominate streaming
Disney will acquire the 33 percent of Hulu Comcast still controls and expects to pay NBC Universal approximately $8.61 billion for the deal.
Apple Music's Siri-only $5 voice plan appears to be toast
The Apple Music Voice Plan, which granted users access to the streaming service for $5 per month as long as they were willing to use it only via Siri voice control, appears to be no more.
Spotify looks set to overhaul its royalty model next year
Spotify's royalty model will get a massive revamp next year to give "working artists" a bigger cut, according to Music Business Worldwide.
TikTok's first live 'global music event' will feature Cardi B and Charlie Puth
TikTok is hosting its first live "global music event" in Arizona in December. Emerging artists will perform alongside headliners Cardi B, Niall Horan, Anitta and Charlie Puth.
Twitch will allow simulcasting to competitor streaming platforms
Twitch will now allow users to cross-stream on other live video sites. The announcement was made at TwitchCon in Las Vegas, just as it dropped new simulcasting guidelines.
Twitch's off-service conduct policy finally covers doxxing and swatting
Starting today, Twitch will start suspending and banning users who doxx and swat others outside of its own platform.
YouTube is rolling out a new 'You' section as part of a substantial update
YouTube just unveiled a spate of new tools to improve the experience for average users. These features include a lock screen for mobile devices, an updated library and much more.
Netflix's first live sports event is a golf tournament featuring F1 drivers and PGA Tour pros
Netflix's first live sports event is a golf tournament that features F1 drivers and PGA Tour pros. You can watch The Netflix Cup live on November 14.
Netflix will reportedly turn more of its hit shows into games
Netflix subscribers will see more shows made in-house developed into mobile games, according to a report by the Wall Street Journal.
Netflix’s Squid Game reality show premieres on November 22
Netflix has set an official premiere date for its reality show based on the hit dystopian drama Squid Game. The winner of the televised contest will receive nearly 5 million bucks.
Netflix to open branded retail stores for some reason
Netflix has decided to open a number of brick-and-mortar locations to sell items based on hit shows, offer dining and provide live events. There’s also going to be an obstacle course based on ‘Squid Game.’
Logitech launches a Streamlabs plugin for Loupedeck consoles
Logitech is bringing together two acquisitions over the past few years in its quest to provide live streamers the tools they need.
Crunchyroll launches a 24/7 anime channel
Crunchyroll is introducing a 24/7 streaming channel that features English-dubbed programming of various anime shows.
Amazon Luna subscribers can now buy individual Ubisoft games
Subscribers can now purchase select Ubisoft games from the developer's portal on Luna.
PS Plus Premium subscribers can now stream up to 100 Sony movies at no extra cost
Sony has released its own movie streaming app for PS4 and PS5. Along with being able to buy and rent films, PS Plus Premium subscribers can stream up to 100 movies at no extra cost through Sony Pictures Core.
Amazon’s live audio-streaming platform Amp closes up shop
Amazon is shutting down its short-lived audio app known as Amp. The tool was designed to allow creators to make custom content as modern DJ hosts.
Roku's latest update adds expert picture tuning, sports favoriting and more
With Roku facing increased competition from rivals, especially Google itself, the company has just unveiled its latest update with a raft of new features.
Spotify gives Premium subscribers free 15 hours of audiobook listening
Starting on October 4, subscribers in the UK and Australia will get access to a selection of more than 150,000 audiobooks without having to pay extra. US subscribers will also be able to enjoy the new perk sometime later this year.
The Discovery+ ad-free plan now costs an extra $2 per month
Discovery+ is increasing prices for the first time in the US and Canada.