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Qplay Calls it Quits
Barb Gonzalez  |  Jul 25, 2014  |  First Published: Jul 23, 2014  |  2 comments
The Qplay app and adapter will cease to function after July 25, 2014. Was Qplay a bad idea?
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Chromecast Update to Include Android Mirroring and More
Barb Gonzalez  |  Jul 09, 2014  |  0 comments
The addition of Android mirroring and other features to the Chromecast streaming media dongle will level the playing field with other (more expensive) media players.
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Move Over Google TV: Android TV Heading for Sony Ultra HD Sets This Fall
Barb Gonzalez  |  Jun 25, 2014  |  0 comments
The Android TV was unveiled at the Google developer's conference. Here's what's new and how it differs from Google TV.
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How to Find the Movie You Want to Stream
Barb Gonzalez  |  Jun 11, 2014  |  0 comments
Here's how to find any movie or TV show to stream to your TV. Global search and search websites search across multiple apps to save time and make it easy to go straight to the movie you've been wanting to see.
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Share Your Vudu Movies
Barb Gonzalez  |  Jun 04, 2014  |  1 comments
With Vudu's Share My Movies you can share movies you "own" with up to five friends or family members without having to share your Vudu credentials.
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FCC Net Neutrality Rules: Can Internet Slowdowns Be Avoided?
Barb Gonzalez  |  May 22, 2014  |  2 comments
Don't Let Images Like this Become Commonplace

The FCC has presented its ideas for how to maintain net neutrality and an Open Internet. It's more than slowing down the Internet for some websites while allowing others to pay for a fast lane. It's time for you to comment on how you imagine an open internet and help save net neutrality.

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Hulu App to Offer Free TV Episodes and Remote Casting
Barb Gonzalez  |  May 14, 2014  |  0 comments
Hulu has announced that this summer they will offer streaming of full TV episodes to the mobile app without requiring a Hulu Plus subscription. The Hulu app now has remote casting capabilities that extend to more devices.
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Amazon Instant Video's X-Ray Nails the Second-Screen Experience
Barb Gonzalez  |  May 07, 2014  |  0 comments
Many Amazon streaming movies and TV shows include the X-ray feature that dynamically lists actors and other information on the Amazon's Kindle Fire. It's a must for any IMDB addict.
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Amazon Prime to Offer Unlimited Streaming of Many HBO Shows
Barb Gonzalez  |  May 02, 2014  |  0 comments
Many HBO shows will be available for unlimited streaming on Amazon Prime Instant Video, but not all shows will be included in the May 21st launch. While this breakthrough licensing agreement grants exclusivity to Amazon for free streaming, shows will still be available on other streaming services.
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Hands On: D-Link Shareport Go III Portable Router
Barb Gonzalez  |  Apr 09, 2014  |  1 comments
D-Link's newest portable router is easy to use and finally makes it easy to stream to a Chromecast dongle, Roku HDMI, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV or other media player. It also secures your connection to Wi-Fi.
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Plex Media Server's Growing Pains
Barb Gonzalez  |  Apr 02, 2014  |  0 comments
Plex media server's recent updates add some great features like Chromecast compatibility, but are plagued by issues. Here's what new with this popular streaming media solution.
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TiVo Founders Announce Qplay Streaming App
Barb Gonzalez  |  Mar 26, 2014  |  0 comments
The team that brought us TiVo, now release a new way to stream online video with the Qplay. Check out how it compares to other streaming devices including the Chromecast and whether it is as revolutionary as the TiVo duo claim.
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Will Short Video Streaming Kill the Feature Film?
Barb Gonzalez  |  Mar 20, 2014  |  1 comments
As the popularity of streaming short videos continues to grow, what will happen to feature film length movies, and TV shows? A panel at the Sun Valley Film Festival discusses the changing face of streaming content.
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An HDMI Roku Streaming Stick for Everyone
Barb Gonzalez  |  Mar 06, 2014  |  0 comments
Roku will release the Roku Streaming Stick that will work with any TV. Is a streaming stick right for you?
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Simplifying the Netflix-Comcast Deal: Net Neutrality Killer or Paying Their Fair Share?
Barb Gonzalez  |  Feb 27, 2014  |  1 comments
Netflix has agreed to pay Comcast for direct access to their Internet service delivery. Why they did it and what it means to the future of net neutrality.
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