Tag Archives: roku

DirecTV Now adds DVR for all, updates iOS and Apple TV apps

DirecTV Now is rolling out an updated app for web browsers, iOS and Apple TV, expanding its cloud DVR program to all customers and adding and local channel streaming on-the-go. The new interface emphasizes favorite channels as well as offering more on-demand content with up to 25,000 titles. The DVR currently offers 20 hours of …

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Roku discounts players, offers free TV shows, movies with ads

In case you don’t have your calendar circled already, I’m here to inform you that next Sunday, May 20, is indeed National Streaming Day.  I had no idea until I read Roku’s blog post, which announced a few noteworthy deals for the big day: Roku Streaming Stick for $40 ($10 off) Roku Streaming Stick Plus for $55 ($15 off) Roku …

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Just hours left on this Best Buy TV sale: 55

One of the best TV values of 2017 gets even better today — but time is running out. The 55-inch TCL 55P605, usually $599, is now $100 off today (Saturday, May 12) in Best Buy stores and online at BestBuy.com. See the TCL 55P605 at Best Buy $499 for this 55-incher is a great deal in my opinion. At its …

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Hulu live TV guide comes to Apple TV, Xbox One, Fire TV, Nintendo Switch

Since it launched a year ago, Hulu’s live TV service has had its share of complaints about the interface. In particular, it’s been tough to find what’s actually on now. Today the company introduces a new tab that should be familiar to anyone used to a cable TV or satellite box. Hulu calls it a live guide, and it’s basically a …

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Get a 39

Quick update regarding yesterday’s Fitbit Versa deal: Some folks were able to get it, some got a “code not valid for this item” message. For the record, I received and successfully applied my own code yesterday morning. Not sure why Macy’s changed course mid-day. I am sure it was maddening. As of this morning, it appears the Versa is sold …

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Roku TVs by Sanyo come to Walmart Canada

Watch out TCL, there’s a new Roku-powered television coming to the land of maple donuts. Sanyo, a brand operated by Funai in North America, will appear on Roku TVs sold at Canadian Walmart stores in early May. They range from 32 to 50 inches and follow Roku TV’s typical formula of entry-level specifications and inexpensive prices, starting at C$248 (about …

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Highly anticipated TCL 6 series Roku TV will ship May 1

Update April 26: TCL has announced pricing and other details for the 6 series. Read CNET’s updated preview here for more information. Original story published Jan. 8 at 1 p.m. PT follows: Last year TCL’s P series was the best 55-inch TV for the money and its successor, the 2018 6 series, looks even better. It keeps everything that made …

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How to: Three easy steps to get 4K HDR Streaming

To make your 4K TV look its best, you need 4K HDR content. It’s not just about resolution anymore, as HDR adds deeper colors, inky blacks and brighter highlights. Whether it’s the latest Netflix show or a remastered classic movie, HDR can help your entertainment become more involving and exciting.     While the easiest way to get content is to …

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Roku Channel adds live ABC News feed

Roku has unveiled additions to its free Roku Channel with a News category, a Continue Watching feature and expanded Genre options. Roku has partnered with ABC News, Cheddar, PeopleTV and Newsy for on-demand and live coverage as part of the News section. The updates are expected to go live on Roku streaming sticks, boxes and smart TVs in May.  Roku …

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Amazon, Best Buy team up on smart TVs

Amazon and Best Buy want to sell you your next smart TV. The companies, which are two of the biggest electronics retailers in the US, on Wednesday revealed a new multiyear partnership to sell the next generation of TVs running Amazon’s Fire TV operating system to customers in the US and Canada. Best Buy will be the exclusive seller for more …

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