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The best streaming service deals for February 2025
It being winter and all, there’s a high probability that many of us are spending more time bingeing TV shows and movies indoors than we might otherwise. And while it’s true that most streaming services don’t cost much in comparison to most of the tech we cover, we all know monthly subscription fees have a way of adding up. Before…
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Spotify’s HiFi streaming could finally arrive this year
It’s been nearly four years since Spotify announced a HiFi tier for its music streaming service that would support lossless audio. That wait could end this year, Bloomberg reports, as the company works to finalize details, including streaming rights. Spotify could charge as much as $5 or $6 extra per month for the new tier — said to be named…
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5 easy ways to score free streaming service subscriptions — here’s how
Subscribing to the best streaming services gets expensive. With price hikes coming more frequently than a new season of “Stranger Things,” it’s not uncommon to think about whether or not you really need to be subscribed to every streaming service or if it’s time to finally cancel Netflix. However, there are ways to score free streaming without requiring sticking to…
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How to Fix Common Plex Streaming Issues
The last thing you want is for your Plex media to be loading at a snail’s pace. Here’s how to fix common streaming issues on your Plex server or client. Check Your Network Connection One of the most common problems when streaming media on Plex is incessant buffering. Most of the time, this is due to internet connection issues, either…
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How to Save Money on Streaming Services
Before we dig into streaming services, let’s first look at cable, which is the biggest chunk of many households’ monthly home entertainment bill. My wife and I considered canceling our DirecTV satellite service but decided to keep it because it’s a good way for her to see most Yankees games. You may likewise find that a traditional cable (or satellite)…
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What Are “Remastered” Songs on Streaming Services Like Spotify?
Summary Mastering tweaks music to ensure it sounds great across devices. Mastering styles change over time, affecting sound quality. Remastering improves older songs by catering to modern listening preferences. While looking for music on services like Spotify, you may have noticed two versions of a song or album, with one labeled “remastered”. But, what does this actually mean? Is that…
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Prime Video top 10 movies — here’s the 3 worth streaming right now
Not sure what to watch this weekend on Prime Video? The service’s top 10 list of most-watched movies is where I head whenever I don’t have the first clue what to watch, and right now it’s packed with some real winners. Granted, just because a movie has landed in the Prime Video top 10 doesn’t guarantee its quality. That’s why…
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T-Mobile Now Has Free MLS Streaming Through Apple TV+
Soccer is still not as popular in the US as the other kind of football, but the sport did get a big boost stateside with the arrival of Lionel Messi, considered by many the best soccer player in history, to American soil. The MLS Season Pass is now a popular add-on to Apple TV+, which is why T-Mobile has started…
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Fubo’s cheapest streaming plan is now $85 per month
Fubo has raised its English-language streaming plan prices by $5 each, with a Fubo spokesperson citing “rising costs from our programming partners,” reported The Streamable yesterday. Fubo’s Essential and Pro plans now start at $85 a month, while its Elite plan has gone up to $95 monthly. “We only make adjustments when necessary,” a Fubo spokesperson said to The Streamable,…
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DirecTV MySports Could Mark the Beginning of the Sports Streaming Era
DirecTV is now offering MySports, a streaming service for “hardcore” sports fans. The service provides access to over 40 live channels, including local affiliates. More notably, it doesn’t require a satellite TV subscription. Cord-cutting has absolutely ravaged the cable and satellite television markets. Every year, a new batch of consumers transition to the fractured, semi-à la carte world of streaming—a…
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