Barb Gonzalez

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How to Find and Stream Holiday Movies
Barb Gonzalez  |  Nov 25, 2020
In a year when the world is crazy, a holiday movies binge may be the best way to keep spirits bright. New streaming services have made it harder to find classic titles as content is shuffled from one app to another when licensing rights expire. If you’re growing tired of the same movies, you’ll find Netflix has created sequels to last year’s Holiday hits originals. And if live performances have been your family tradition, you can share some holiday culture via virtual streaming events.
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Hands On: Roku Ultra 2020
Barb Gonzalez  |  Nov 11, 2020
The 2020 Roku Ultra brings improved performance over its predecessor, and it offers new features following the RokuOS 9.4 upgrade. Read how to set up Apple's AirPlay and HomeKit, and also get some fun Fandango browsing tips.
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Hands-On: Roku Streambar
Barb Gonzalez  |  Oct 28, 2020
For those who have limited space but want better sound than what their TV speakers can deliver, the Roku Streambar may be the solution.
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Hands On: Chromecast With Google TV
Barb Gonzalez  |  Oct 14, 2020
The Chromecast with Google TV is a complete 4K/Dolby Vision and Atmos-capable streaming player, and it's about to give Roku and Amazon Fire TV some stiff competition.
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New Roku Ultra Streamer Adds Dolby Vision HDR
Barb Gonzalez  |  Sep 30, 2020
This year’s Roku fall lineup is a bit more interesting than in the past as the company has added new products and OS features aimed at A/V enthusiasts. The Roku Ultra streamer has been redesigned for better sound, video, and overall performance. The new Streambar is a hybrid Roku player and TV soundbar in a compact form. And updates to Roku OS 9.4 add some useful features. 
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Stream These Netflix Originals for Free
Barb Gonzalez  |  Sep 09, 2020
Netflix is offering a small number of titles to stream for free without a subscription. Streaming is immediate and does not require that viewers create an account or login.
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Mulan Available to Buy on September 4
Barb Gonzalez  |  Aug 26, 2020
Disney's Mulan will be available to buy on September 4th but there's a catch.
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Roku and Plex Offer Free Live TV Channels
Barb Gonzalez  |  Aug 12, 2020
If you've cut the cord and are looking for free content, Roku and Plex have new Live TV offerings.
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NBCUniversal's Peacock Not Ready for Prime Time
Barb Gonzalez  |  Jul 22, 2020
On July 15, NBCUniversal became the last of the major studios to launch its own streaming service. Unfortunately, it appears that Peacock has not learned from the success of its predecessors.
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Hulu, Amazon, Scener, Plex and Disney Plus Watch Parties
Barb Gonzalez  |  Jul 08, 2020
More ways to watch videos with friends are now available to share on Hulu, Amazon, Disney Plus, HBO and more. Here's how to create watch parties in Hulu and Amazon Prime Video, video chat with friends in Scener and share your Plex library.
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