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We’re giving away a 75

We’re joining forces with TV Guide to celebrate awards season by giving away a 75-inch TCL 6-Series. Yes, that’s the 75-inch 4K TV that won our Editors’ Choice award in July 2018 because it has “superb picture quality that rivals TVs costing twice as much” at the time. Check our full review below: But that’s …

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Just in time for game day: The TCL 65

Here’s the scenario: The big game is in a few hours and all you have to watch it on is a tiny 42-inch TV. Like some sort of caveman. Well, fear not: There’s still time to close the deal on a new 65-inch set and have it ready in time for kickoff. Over at Best Buy, I found the TCL …

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Roku and Fox reach agreement in time to stream Super Bowl 2020

A carriage dispute between Roku and Fox ended Friday evening as the two companies reached an agreement that kept Fox’s apps on Roku streamers and Roku TVs. Those apps include the Fox Sports app, which will allow free streaming of the Super Bowl, in both standard and 4K resolution, this weekend. We are delighted that we reached an agreement with FOX to distribute FOX …

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Super Bowl 2020: Roku drops Fox apps from its platform days before the big game

Update, Feb. 1, 8:12 a.m. PT: Fox and Roku have reached an agreement, and Fox apps will continue to appear on Roku devices. The original story, published Jan. 31, continues below. If you were hoping to use the Fox Sports app to stream the Super Bowl on a Roku this Sunday, you may need to start making other plans. On …

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Roku owners streaming Super Bowl 2020 without Fox apps: Don’t panic

Update, Feb. 1, 11:58 a.m. PT: Fox and Roku have reached an agreement, and Fox apps will continue to appear on Roku devices. The original story, published Jan. 31, continues below. If you depend on a Roku streamer or Roku TV and plan to use it to watch Super Bowl 2020 this Sunday, you might be worried. Maybe you received an email from Roku warning you …

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Best big game 2020 TV deals: Save up to $400 on LG, Samsung, TCL and Vizio

Hey TV shoppers, there’s a certain important NFL football game coming up this Sunday, Feb. 2. That’s just a few days away and it creates a deadline of sorts: It’s your last chance to get a great deal on a 2019 TV. Big TVs and NFL football go together like chips and dip, and the timing is perfect. Every year, TV …

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Roku’s smart soundbar gets wireless surround for $300 all told

Roku is best known for its streamers and smart TVs, but its latest products are speakers. We liked the Roku smart soundbar a lot, citing its excellent sound and built-in Roku streaming, while we found the Roku wireless speakers less appealing because they only worked with Roku TVs. A new software upgrade unlocks the ability to pair the soundbar with …

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Best Buy flash sale: Discounts on Bose headphones, TCL 4K TVs, Galaxy Watch and more (Update: Expired)

Update: As originally noted, Best Buy’s flash sale prices ended overnight. For other deals right now, check out Best TV deals for the big game and CNET’s Cheapskate page . My mom used to say that “the best surprises are the ones you don’t expect.” I always wondered if she stole that from Yogi Berra, but here’s a surprise you didn’t expect, and one …

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You can watch YouTube TV from any screen. How to get started

It’s hard enough to keep up with all of your favorite shows when you’re at home, but add travel into the mix and it’s easy to fall behind. Or maybe you want to share the fun at a friend’s house. Either way — whether you’re going somewhere that doesn’t have a cable subscription or going on a road trip — …

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YouTube TV review: The best premium live

If you’re the kind of cord cutter who wants to experience a carefree transition from cable TV, and don’t mind paying a bit extra, YouTube TV is the live TV streaming service for you. It’s easy to use, slick and fast on a variety of devices, and it supports up to six separate family member profiles. Its cloud DVR is …

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