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Barb Gonzalez  |  Jan 16, 2020  | 
Roku is about to simplify home theater in the same way that they simplified streaming to the TV. Last week at CES 2020, Roku announced the Roku TV Ready certification program. The certification is available for soundbars and AV receivers, allowing them to integrate seamlessly with Roku TVs.
Barb Gonzalez  |  Dec 26, 2019  | 
As we get ready to ring in the New Year, we look back at the advances over the past decade that have led to the streaming experience we enjoy today.
Barb Gonzalez  |  Dec 12, 2019  | 
The Roku Smart Soundbar and Wireless subwoofer improve TV sound with a budget price tag that is even better during the holidays.
Barb Gonzalez  |  Nov 20, 2019  | 
Disney+ launched last week with great fanfare (and a few hiccups) so I was anxious to see if it lives up to the hype.
Barb Gonzalez  |  Nov 07, 2019  | 
Apple TV+ original programming is here. Find out if it lives up to its hype.
Barb Gonzalez  |  Oct 17, 2019  | 
Roku’s updated Ultra streaming player separates itself from the pack with high-quality video and audio, a host of enhanced features, and a simple user experience.
Barb Gonzalez  |  Oct 02, 2019  | 
Amazon has announced a slew of new hardware and Alexa features. The list includes a next-generation Fire TV cube, a soundbar with Fire TV built-in, and several new Echo speakers. Also, Alexa is getting emotions.
Barb Gonzalez  |  Sep 19, 2019  | 
Roku today announced new streaming players and an upgrade to its operating system that will make it easier to browse content.
Barb Gonzalez  |  Sep 04, 2019  | 
Following the success of its wireless speakers, Roku is expanding its audio line with two new products.  The first is a Roku soundbar that pairs with the second—a wireless subwoofer.  
Barb Gonzalez  |  Aug 22, 2019  | 
In the search for alternatives to cable and satellite, there are a number of streaming solutions. Most require subscribing to live TV packages along with Netflix and other TV and movie apps, which can cost as much or more than a monthly cable bill.  But there are free alternatives. IMDb TV is one of the newest ad-supported, on-demand movie and TV apps
Barb Gonzalez  |  Aug 08, 2019  | 
Disney has revealed more details of its Disney+ streaming service. In addition to launching an exclusive streaming service in November, the entertainment empire will also offer a bundle that includes Disney+, ESPN+, and ad-supported Hulu.
Barb Gonzalez  |  Jul 18, 2019  | 
DISH has just released a new AirTV.  The AirTV Mini is a palm-sized dongle that appears to be a promising upgrade from the original 2017 AirTV Player. 
Barb Gonzalez  |  Jul 08, 2019  | 
While most live TV streaming services are raising prices, Sling TV is offering a deal that could lower monthly subscription rates for many of its users.
Barb Gonzalez  |  Jun 20, 2019  | 
Days before its Worldwide Developer’s Conference earlier this month, Apple released an update for its Apple TV app that drastically changed the menus, features, and content. And in doing so, it created the best streaming video experience available.
Barb Gonzalez  |  Jun 06, 2019  | 
Apple’s iTunes will soon be a thing of the past. At its Worldwide Developer’s Conference (WWDC 2019), Apple announced that iTunes will be put to rest.  Instead of the one-stop streaming media app for 18 years since it first launched alongside the iPod, each type of media will now stream separately to its own app.

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