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Stream Showtime Anytime on Roku--Unless You're a DISH Subscriber
Barb Gonzalez  |  Feb 21, 2014  |  3 comments
Showtime Anytime lets you stream Showtime TV shows and movies to many devices and now includes Roku. DISH subscribers are left out. Here's a review of the CBS and DISH feuds over the years and why DISH subscribers probably won't be able to stream Showtime anytime soon.
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Streaming 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics
Barb Gonzalez  |  Feb 06, 2014  |  1 comments
Stream every 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics' ski run, hockey game, speed skating heat, ice skating performance, and every other sport to a mobile device or computer. Here's how to watch any of this year's Olympic sports live or as a complete replay.
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A First Look at the Beats Music Service
Barb Gonzalez  |  Jan 30, 2014  |  0 comments
Beats Electronics who brought us the ubiquitous Beats headphones brings us their own music steaming service. Here's a first look at the Beats Music streaming experience.
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Net Neutrality Ruling Could Affect the Future of Streaming
Barb Gonzalez  |  Jan 23, 2014  |  0 comments
A U.S. District Court of Appeals ruled that the FCC cannot regulate Net Neutrality. What is Net Neutrality and how will it affect streaming 4K, HD video and content from Netflix, Hulu, and other services?
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2014 CES Revisited: Streaming and Smart TV Technology Matures
Barb Gonzalez  |  Jan 16, 2014  |  0 comments
Here are a few more tidbits about streaming media players and Smart TVs that were revealed at CES 2014.
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Streaming Tech Roundup 2013
Barb Gonzalez  |  Dec 25, 2013  |  0 comments
The streaming media innovations of 2013 continue to change the way we watch TV, movies and listen to music. Here is a roundup of what was new and trending in the past year.
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Spotify Adds Features to its Free and Paid Services
Barb Gonzalez  |  Dec 19, 2013  |  2 comments
Spotify's new free and premium features lets you play more music on mobile devices or stream music to your AV receiver.
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Ten New Apps You Can Stream to Chromecast
Barb Gonzalez  |  Dec 11, 2013  |  0 comments
Another ten mobile apps can now stream to Google's Chromecast dongle. Find out if it's time to add the Chromecast to your home theater.
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Xbox One Compared to Xbox 360: Tips for Using the New Console
 |  Nov 28, 2013  |  1 comments
A first look at the features of the Xbox One and how it compares to the Xbox 360. Learn how to use the new voice and gesture controls, how to multi-task, watch TV and get other useful tips to get the most out of this powerful new video game console and self-proclaimed "all-in-one entertainment center."
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Google Play Music iPhone App (Still) Better Than iTunes Radio
Barb Gonzalez  |  Nov 21, 2013  |  0 comments
Google Play Music is now available as an iPhone app. See how it compares to the Android version and to iTunes Radio
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Stream Video in a Hotel With D-Link’s Shareport Go Portable Router
Barb Gonzalez  |  Nov 07, 2013  |  2 comments
Don't believe it when you read that you can't stream video to a Chromecast or other media player from a hotel's Wi-Fi. Find out how to use D-Link's Shareport Go to stream when on the road.
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A Google TV by Any Other Name
Barb Gonzalez  |  Oct 17, 2013  |  0 comments
Rumor has it that Google is about to change Google TV's name to "Android TV." What do we know for sure?
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The Lowdown on Sony's Google TV Stick
Barb Gonzalez  |  Oct 02, 2013  |  0 comments
Sony's NXZ-GUI Bravia Smart Stick is not the newest Chromecast stick. Find out more about Sony's new Google TV dongle.
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Apple’s Newly Launched iTunes Radio Streaming Lacks Innovation
Barb Gonzalez  |  Sep 25, 2013  |  0 comments
Apple finally launches it music streaming service that's just like the rest of the free custom "radio station" apps. Learn more about iTunes Radio.
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Want Faster Streaming? Use an AC Bridge and Router
Barb Gonzalez  |  Sep 05, 2013  |  0 comments
If you have a fast Internet connection and are still having trouble streaming high-definition movies and TV shows, you need to consider getting an “AC” bridge and router to connect to your home theater.
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