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The best 4K TV deals during Prime Day 2025

Let me try to read your mind. You’re thinking of getting a new TV, yes, a 4K model with some sort of smart TV operating system that can provide instant access to your favorite streaming apps. Well then. With Prime Day underway, several TV models, as well as streaming devices and soundbars, are on sale. Some of them are much cheaper than we’ve seen before, while others are matching low prices that we haven’t seen in a while. Either way, it’s nothing but good deals below.

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Prime Day deals include the latest Roku Ultra for $69

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . The newest Roku Ultra streaming device is on sale for $69 as part of the Amazon Prime Day festivities. That's over 30 percent off and a record-low price, as it usually costs $100. The Roku Ultra made our list of the best streaming devices. It can play content in 4K, which is always ni

How to Watch PSG vs. Real Madrid From Anywhere Free: Stream FIFA Club World Cup Soccer

It an all-European semifinal battle of the big guns on Wednesday at the FIFA Club World Cup as recent Champions League winners PSG take on La Liga giants Real Madrid. Below, we'll outline the best live TV streaming services to watch every match of the tournament as it happens, wherever you are in the world. We'll also explain how to use a VPN if the match isn't available where you are, along with a full match list. Two late goals from Desire Doue and Ousmane Dembele helped PSG edge past Bayern

HBO Max is back (again) - here's what's changing

Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET The Max era is over. After a much-criticized name change in 2023, the Max streaming service is officially returning to its original name of HBO Max. If that sounds a little confusing, here's what happened. Why the rebrand? The HBO Max streaming service first debuted in 2020, showcasing original HBO content plus shows and movies from Warner Bros., DC, Turner, and more. Also: The best live TV streaming services of 2025: Expert tested When WarnerMedia (the parent c

Roku Streaming Stick HD 2025 Drops to a Record Low, Amazon Clears Out the Fire TV Stick Rival

Of the top-selling electronics on Prime Day, Fire TV Sticks usually head the list as Amazon’s own branded streaming players. However, for this year, one of Amazon’s direct competitors from Roku has edged out some of the Fire TV Stick models selling. The newly updated Roku Streaming Stick HD 2025 is now available at a record price point, and it is one of the best streaming deals of the sale. And unlike the majority of Prime Day offers, this one is not limited to Prime members. Now you can grab t

I love Roku for keeping its ads unobtrusive - which is why this Amazon deal worries me

Maria Diaz/ZDNET Are you a cord-cutter? The last time my family paid for cable TV was in 2017. Since then, we have watched all our TV entertainment on streaming services. While some shows are still difficult to find, nearly everything is available if you're willing to look for it or pay for it. If you watch TV via streaming, you need a device to download and present the stream. Most smartphones, tablets and computers have apps that will do this. Also: Your Roku has secret menus and settings -

Netflix Declares 300 Million Anime Fans Can’t Be Wrong

When Netflix finds a hit, it doesn’t hold back in trying to dig more gold from the same mine. That could mean movie sequels or series renewals—but it can also mean an entire genre is poised to enjoy a heightened presence. That’s looking to be the case for Japanese anime, in light of the streamer’s recent report on just how popular it is with viewers. According to Variety, Netflix chose the ideal context—last weekend’s Anime Expo in Los Angeles—to share this news. Going by recent data, “more tha

'It's Always Sunny' Season 17 Release Schedule: When to Watch New Episodes

Frank Reynolds as The Golden Bachelor? A second Abbott Elementary crossover from the viewpoint of the Gang? The upcoming 17th season of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia looks as eventful as ever, and you can stream it all with a Hulu account. The long-running sitcom returns this week after nearly two years away from screens. Season 17 will see Mac, Charlie, Dennis, Dee and Frank "return to shamelessly shed their 'niche' label for grander aspirations," according to a press release. A trailer sh

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How to Watch Fluminense vs. Chelsea From Anywhere Free: Stream FIFA Club World Cup Semifinal Soccer

Premier League giants Chelsea face Brazilian side Fluminense on Tuesday in the first Club World Cup semi-final. Below, we'll outline the best live TV streaming services to watch every match of the tournament as it happens, wherever you are in the world. We'll also explain how to use a VPN if the match isn't available where you are, along with a full match list. After an underwhelming group phase, Enzo Maresca's Blues have gone on to look sharp since reaching the tournament's knockout rounds af

The newest Roku streaming players are on sale for Prime Day - Here's my buying advice

ZDNET's key takeaways The Roku Streaming Stick and Streaming Stick Plus are available now for $30 and $40, respectively. Both streaming devices are more compact than ever, only slightly larger than an HDMI port; they're also portable and can be powered by your TV These new Roku Sticks don't feature Find My Remote or backlit buttons, which are reserved for the high-end Roku remote. $29.99 at Amazon $34.99 at Walmart $29.99 at B&H Photo-Video more buying choices Prime Day features some of the b

Best Prime Day TV deals 2025 from Sony, LG, Samsung and others

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . Sure, TV prices have fallen a ton recently, but Amazon Prime Day proves they can get even cheaper. (And honestly, it’s just nice not having to wait until Black Friday for serious discounts.) So it’s high time to consider an upgrade, especially if you’re rocking an older 1080p or first-

Tyr, a new Rust DRM driver targeting CSF-based ARM Mali GPUs

The last year has seen substantial progress on the DRM infrastructure required to write GPU drivers in Rust. While a great part of it was fueled by the development of Nova (the new driver for GSP-based NVIDIA GPUs), and by AGX (the driver for the GPUs on Apple's M-series chip that preceded Nova), a few components were being worked on to cater to a then undisclosed driver that was being prototyped behind the scenes. A driver that we now introduce to the community at large in a very early stage.

Amazon’s Newest Fire TV Stick Is Going for Peanuts, Now 49% Off During Prime Day but Stock Is Limited

Streaming services are basically the new cable at this point. We’ve all been aware of that for a few years, but cable actually made it easy to switch between channels, while streaming services always ask a little bit more of you. They don’t have to though, especially if you’re willing to drop a little bit of cash on a good streaming device. As it happens, we just so happen to have found a great deal on a great streaming device today too. See at Amazon The Amazon Fire TV Stick HD is currently d

The latest Roku Ultra drops to $69 for Prime Day

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . The newest Roku Ultra streaming device is on sale for $69 as part of the Amazon Prime Day festivities . That's over 30 percent off and a record-low price, as it usually costs $100. The Roku Ultra made our list of the best streaming devices . It can play content in 4K, which is always

The Google TV Streamer 4K drops to $84 for Prime Day

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . Here's a sweet Prime Day deal on one of our favorite streaming devices. You can get the Google TV Streamer for $84. (It typically retails for $100.) That's nearly an all-time low for the wedge-shaped gizmo. The Google TV Streamer is Engadget's pick for the best all-in-one streaming de

How to Stream 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' Season 17

Frank Reynolds as The Golden Bachelor? A second Abbott Elementary crossover from the viewpoint of the Gang? The upcoming 17th season of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia looks as eventful as ever, and you can stream it all with a Hulu account. The long-running sitcom returns this week after nearly two years away from screens. Season 17 will see Mac, Charlie, Dennis, Dee and Frank "return to shamelessly shed their 'niche' label for grander aspirations," according to a press release. A trailer sh

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The best streaming deals: Get three months of Audible for only $3, plus save on Paramount+, Disney+ and more

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . Streaming services keep raising prices. At this point, if you subscribe to all the major services out there, you're basically paying the same price as cable — those antiquated local monopolies that streaming was supposed to save us from. But streaming still has one big advantage over t

USA vs. Mexico Livestream: How to Watch CONCACAF Gold Cup 2025 Final Soccer From Anywhere

The 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup reaches its climax in Texas on Sunday as the USA and Mexico face off for the eighth time in the final. Below, we'll outline the best live TV streaming services to watch every match of the tournament as it happens, wherever you are in the world. We'll also explain how to use a VPN if the match isn't available where you are, along with a full match list. The USA have beaten their fiercest rivals just twice in those encounters, and will be determined to as head coach Ma

Best VPN for Japan: Boost Your Privacy and Unblock Global Streaming Content

Why we like it ExpressVPN is the best overall VPN by CNET and the best VPN for Japan. We like that Express demonstrates a steadfast commitment to privacy and transparency. It’s a safe choice for privacy-conscious VPN users and also a fantastic option for casual users because it’s extremely simple to use, fast and excellent for streaming. ExpressVPN has servers in Osaka, Shibuya, Yokohama and Tokyo locations. In addition to ExpressVPN’s excellent coverage in Japan, there are also servers in 18 d

How to Watch Palmeiras vs. Chelsea From Anywhere for Free: Stream FIFA Club World Cup Soccer

Chelsea and Palmeiras face off today in Philadelphia with a semi-final spot on the line, as both sides look to recover from gruelling extra-time victories in the previous round. Below, we'll outline the best live TV streaming services to watch every match of the tournament as it happens, wherever you are in the world. We'll also explain how to use a VPN if the match isn't available where you are, along with a full match list. Chelsea claimed their place in the last eight of the competition aft

Speeding up PostgreSQL dump/restore snapshots

The last few pgstream releases have focused on optimizing snapshot performance, specifically for PostgreSQL targets. In this blog post, we’ll walk through the key improvements we made, share the lessons we learnt, and explain how they led to significant performance gains. But first, some context! What is pgstream? pgstream is an open source CDC(Change Data Capture) tool and library that offers Postgres replication support with DDL changes. Some of its key features include: Replication of DDL

How to Watch PSG vs. Bayern Munich From Anywhere Free: Stream FIFA Club World Cup Soccer

Champions League holders PSG face German giants Bayern Munich in a tantalizing FIFA Club World Cup quarterfinal clash today at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Below, we'll outline the best live TV streaming services to watch every match of the tournament as it happens, wherever you are in the world. We'll also explain how to use a VPN if the match isn't available where you are, along with a full match list. Despite both teams being among the pre-tournament favorites, the two European big guns have show

How to Watch Real Madrid vs. Borussia Dortmund From Anywhere Free: Stream FIFA Club World Cup Soccer

It's another all-European FIFA Club World Cup quarterfinal, as Xabi Alonso's Real Madrid take on Niko Kovač's Borrusia Dortmund Below, we'll outline the best live TV streaming services to watch every match of the tournament as it happens, wherever you are in the world. We'll also explain how to use a VPN if the match isn't available where you are, along with a full match list. Spanish behemoths Real Madrid are unbeaten in their last five games against Dortmund, claiming 4 wins and 1 draw, incl

Internet and TV Bundle Prices Are Up This Year. How to Cut Back

If you've noticed your TV and internet bills going up recently, you're not alone. Internet and TV bundles increased for the first quarter of 2025, recent JD Power data shows. Though surprisingly, unbundled internet bills saw a slight decrease. Finding ways to cut back on monthly bills can feel nearly impossible, especially when there's a price increase every few months. But it's possible. Here's more on JD Power's findings and what CNET experts recommend to help lower your TV and internet bills

'Sinners' Is Streaming on Max This Weekend. Here's When to Watch

Who's ready to experience Sinners at home? The original film, penned by Ryan Coogler, is coming to Max and is worth the watch -- or 99th rewatch. Rich in blues music, culture, metaphors and Southern gothic vibes, the vampire flick stars Michael B. Jordan as a pair of twin brothers -- Smoke and Stack -- who come back to their Mississippi hometown with big plans. But they encounter a supernatural malevolence unlike anything they've ever known, and it's threatening to break, take and destroy. The

Forget Amazon Fire TV Stick, Roku Ultra Streaming Device Hits Its Lowest Price Ahead of Prime Day

While a lot of us make do with the streaming hub built into our smart TVs, there are ways to make things better. The simplest of these is to invest in a dedicated streaming device. There are a few different options on the market that really shine, but one of the most underrated is the Roku Ultra. See at Amazon The Roku Ultra is a premium streaming device, one that offers a huge number of features and is incredibly easy to use. It’s also normally $100, which might feel a bit too much for some p

How to Pick the Best Roku Device (2025): A Guide to Each Model

Rokus continue to remain our favorite TV streaming devices. They're super easy to use and offer a wide array of streaming channels. Their displays aren't fancy, but they offer just what someone needs: quick, direct access to their favorite streaming services. However, figuring out which one to buy is not so easy. There are currently four Roku streaming devices available, plus TVs, soundbars, and ones sold exclusively at certain retailers (not to mention older models still floating around places

A guide to the best sci-fi streaming this summer

is an entertainment editor covering streaming, virtual worlds, and every single Pokémon video game. Andrew joined The Verge in 2012, writing over 4,000 stories. It’s that time again: for a third year running, the summer is looking pretty great for streaming some science fiction. There’s just something about cool fictional futures that’s a good fit for hot summer days spent indoors, and it seems the various streaming services agree. It’s been a pretty good year so far for the genre, with the ret

Here’s why everyone is using YouTube Music — even if they don’t love it!

Joe Maring / Android Authority Not many years ago, if you mentioned YouTube Music in a room full of long-time Google Play Music users, you could probably hear their collective sigh from space. Google retired its beloved service in 2020 and replaced it with something that, at the time, felt underbaked to be a true music player. Fast-forward to 2025, and while the groans haven’t completely died down, nearly everyone we know, including our readers, is using YouTube Music. This revelation came str

Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Special 2025: How to Watch From Anywhere

The Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Special is the premier holiday spectacle, and for good reason. For the past five decades, the nation's largest Independence Day extravaganza has pulled out all the stops to entertain viewers -- both in-person and at home. Now in its 49th year, the showcase is back to celebrate America's big day with an array of jaw-dropping fireworks, colorful arrangements and epic musical performances. This year, the New York institution will feature "more than 80,000 shells,"