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Riot Games is cracking down on players’ off-platform conduct
Riot Games strengthened its rules to combat and punish players who exhibit offensive behavior in streams and game sessions.
Danny Gallagher10 hours ago
Plex is overhauling its apps with a redesign and under-the-hood upgrades
Plex has overhauled its apps from the ground up to make them easier to navigate. The teams says it will be able to roll out new features faster as well.
Kris Holt11.23.2024
Comcast is spinning out Rotten Tomatoes and cable networks into a separate company
Comcast is spinning out Rotten Tomatoes, Fandango and some cable networks into a separate company. The new business will also be home to the likes of MSNBC and SYFY.
Kris Holt11.20.2024
Amazon Music Unlimited subscribers can now borrow audiobooks from Audible's library
Amazon Music Unlimited subscribers in the US, UK and Canada can now listen to one audiobook from Audible's library a month at no extra cost.
Kris Holt11.19.2024
PBS programming is coming to Prime Video
Amazon and PBS have entered a partnership that will bring content from the public media operation to Prime Video.
Anna Washenko11.15.2024
Spotify unveils a new payout model for creators with popular videos
Spotify's new Partner Program will allow content creators to earn money off their music and videos through ads or a subscription.
Danny Gallagher11.14.2024
Amazon sunsets Freevee platform for ad-supported streaming video
Amazon is closing down Freevee. The ad-supported video on demand service will be phased out over the coming weeks.
Anna Washenko11.13.2024
Apple just approved another app that streams pirated movies and TV shows
Apple accidentally let a disguised illegal streaming app through, and it's now still on the App Store.
Jeremy Gan11.05.2024
Engadget review recap: Amazon's colorful Kindle, DJI's latest action cam and more
Catch up on all of the in-depth gadget reviews we've written over the last week.
Billy Steele11.02.2024
Netflix gives us another sneak peek of Squid Game season two
Player 456 returns for a little game of revenge in the second season of Netflix's Squid Game.
Danny Gallagher11.01.2024
The Simpsons will join Monday Night Football on ESPN+ and Disney+
Bart and Homer will square off on December 9 for a special Simpsons Funday Football game on Disney+ and ESPN+.
Danny Gallagher10.30.2024
8710087100Google TV Streamer review: A great side piece for your TV, with a dash of smart home chops and (inessential) AI
The Google TV Streamer is a great device, combining speed, an excellent UI and useful smart home control, though a couple of missing features keep it from perfection.
Amy Skorheim10.30.2024
Netflix's latest feature lets you easily share and rewatch your favorite scenes
Netflix is making it easier to share and rewatch your favorite scenes in its mobile app. The new Moments feature is debuting on iOS today and it'll hit Android in the coming weeks.
Kris Holt10.28.2024
Good Omens’ final season will have only one episode
David Tennant and Michael Sheen are returning to Amazon comedy drama for one more season.
Danny Gallagher10.25.2024
Spotify debuts an in-app cover art maker for playlists
Spotify has launched a new feature that lets you customize your own images for use as playlist covers.
Mariella Moon10.22.2024
Star Trek: Section 31 will premiere on January 25
It's available exclusively on Paramount+.
Sarah Fielding10.21.2024
How to use a VPN on Fire TV for streaming
Amazon's line of Fire TV streamers include excellent on-board support for VPNs, opening a wider world of viewing options.
Aaron Kim10.18.2024
A new trailer for the Dune: Prophecy series just dropped
A new trailer for the Dune prequel series Dune Prophecy dropped during New York Comic Con.
Danny Gallagher10.18.2024
John Mulaney will host a live variety talk show on Netflix
Comedian and writer John Mulaney will host a live variety talk show on Netflix, the streaming company announced in a post on X.
Steve Dent10.11.2024
Plex is adding reviews for TV shows and movies
The streamer Plex is adding reviews for TV shows and movies. This puts the app in competition with Letterboxed and TV Time, among others.
Lawrence Bonk10.10.2024