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14 Best Soundbars We’ve Tested and Reviewed (2025): Sonos, Sony, Bose

Honorable Mentions Photograph: Parker Hall There are a lot of great soundbars out there, and we don’t have room to feature them all. Here are some others you might want to consider. LG S95AR for $1,700: LG's latest 9.1.5-channel system offers minor upgrades over its predecessor, the ST95R, leaving few reasons to upgrade at full price. It's among the top performers in its class, offering impressive clarity, swift and fluid immersion, and snappy setup and control with LG's continuously improvin

Teletext in North America

>>> 2025-08-25 teletext in north america (PDF) I have an ongoing fascination with "interactive TV": a series of efforts, starting in the 1990s and continuing today, to drag the humble living room television into the world of the computer. One of the big appeals of interactive TV was adoption, the average household had a TV long before the average household had a computer. So, it seems like interactive TV services should have proliferated before personal computers, at least following the logic t

14 of the Best Sci-Fi TV Shows on Apple TV Plus

So, you've got Apple TV Plus and you're looking for some solid sci-fi TV shows to add to your watchlist. Well, look no further. Before you ask, yes, Severance is on this list. But that groundbreaking series is just the tip of the genre iceberg. Want to know more? Well, please, read on. It's no secret that Apple's streaming service (which just raised its monthly price) has flown under the radar for some time. It feels like many of the streamer's titles show up on the platform without much promot

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20% Off LG Promo Codes & Coupons

LG makes some of the best TVs you can buy. Its OLED TVs in particular are perennial favorites at WIRED, with C-series models like the C4 (9/10, WIRED Recommends) providing among the best performance for your dollars on the market. LG is about way more than TVs of course. The Korean brand offers multiple products across the A/V landscape, from soundbars to Bluetooth speakers, along with a host of other products like home appliances, laptops, and more. Save over 40% with LG promo codes and online

YouTube TV could lose Fox channels this week

is a senior editor following news across tech, culture, policy, and entertainment. He joined The Verge in 2021 after several years covering news at Engadget. With the start of the NFL season looming, it’s also a window where many TV contracts are up for renewal, and on Monday evening, YouTube TV and Fox sent out alerts indicating that their contract could come to an end as soon as August 27th, at 5PM ET. Google-owned YouTube TV says that “Fox is asking for payments that are far higher than what

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Google says Fox channels to go dark on YouTube TV if agreement isn't reached

Google -owned YouTube on Monday said it may remove channels including Fox Broadcast Network, Fox News and Fox Sports from its TV streaming platform if it doesn't reach an agreement with Fox Corporation. YouTube TV's renewal date with Fox is coming on Wednesday, and while the two companies have been in ongoing negotiations, they've been unable to reach a deal, the YouTube team wrote in a blog post. The company also emailed YouTube TV subscribers about the potential fall out with Fox. "Fox is as

The Google TV Streamer is rarely on sale, so it’s your lucky day!

C. Scott Brown / Android Authority Some televisions do not have a built-in smart TV OS; even if they do, they may have one you don’t prefer! The solution is pretty simple: you can get a smart TV box or stick. Here at Android Authority, our favorite one is the Google TV Streamer. It’s rarely on sale, too, but today, you can take it home at a $15.99 discount. Buy the Google TV Streamer for $84 ($15.99 off) This offer is available from Amazon as a “limited time deal.” Amazon only has it available

Blade Runner makes its live-action return next year

Blade Runner's third live-action entry will be a streaming miniseries on Amazon Prime Video, and Deadline reports that it is now slated for release in 2026. "The update was provided by Laura Lancaster, Head of US SVOD TV Development and Series – Co-Productions at Amazon MGM Studios, in an internal memo announcing promotions for two executives, Kara Smith and Tom Lieber," Deadline explained. We previously reported that the series, titled Blade Runner 2099, had been greenlit under original film

Apple’s latest TV+ subscription price hike might open the door to this opportunity

Recently, Apple announced yet another price hike for its Apple TV+ service. This time, it’s increasing 30% from $9.99/month to $12.99/month. After the service launched in 2019 at $4.99/month, its received a couple price hikes. This new price hike, though, likely opens the door to something Apple has reportedly been considering for quite a while – an ad-supported plan. Apple TV+ price history As mentioned earlier, Apple TV+ started off at $4.99/month when the service first launched in 2019. It

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New Apple TV 4K will get my upgrade for one feature alone

Apple’s big product launch season is almost here, headlined by the iPhone 17 line, Apple Watch Ultra 3, and AirPods Pro 3. There’s a new Apple TV 4K coming too, and I’m planning to upgrade for one rumored feature alone. Apple TV 4K will gain new chip that actually matters this time Apple hasn’t released a new Apple TV 4K since 2022. Before that, a new model shipped just one year prior. Unpredictable release schedule aside, all signs point to a new Apple TV 4K finally launching this fall. And

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tvOS 26 beta 8 rolling out now for Apple TV 4K

tvOS 26 is coming soon for Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD users, and today’s beta 8 developer release should be the most stable version yet of the forthcoming software. A new model of Apple TV 4K hardware is coming this fall, and could be introduced as soon as the iPhone 17 event in a couple of weeks. But Apple also has a major software release coming soon. tvOS 26 is expected to launch to all users in mid-September. It includes new features like: Today’s beta 8 release for developers should be

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Changing these 6 settings on my Samsung TV greatly improved the performance

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. Say you recently picked up a shiny new TV. You unbox it like a kid at Christmas and prepare to indulge in all its visual glory. You think to yourself, "This is 2025. TV technology is sizzling, and it's going to look amazing no matter what." So you plug it in and don't take one look at the default settings. Big mistake. Also: Samsung is giving away free 65-inch TVs right now - here's how to get one I've been guilty of it. A

Your TV's USB port has 5 hidden superpowers: Here's how I take advantage of mine

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. After the initial setup, most people rarely engage directly with their smart TV. With wireless connectivity, phone apps, and remote controls, there's little need to. Tucked next to the essential HDMI ports, a USB 2.0 port -- likely sitting unnoticed on the back or side panel -- offers more potential than you might expect. Also: Samsung is giving away free 65-inch TVs right now - here's how to get one USB ports are easy to

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How to Watch NFL Games Without Cable in 2025

The summer is winding down, which means the return of cooler weather, Spirit Halloween stores and football. We are less than two weeks away from the start of another NFL season. The 2025 NFL season kicks off on Thursday, Sept. 4, in Philadelphia with the Super Bowl champion Eagles opening their title defense against the Dallas Cowboys in primetime on NBC and Peacock. The following night, the Chiefs and Chargers face off in Brazil for a game that will -- in an NFL first -- stream live free on Yo

The Best Cheap TVs (2025): TCL, Hisense, and More

It's a great time to buy a budget TV. With TVs getting better and brighter each year, and the economy doing … whatever it's doing, investing in the best cheap TV for your money could be the perfect thing for you. Don't just grab the first random model that pops up on Amazon, though, as some just aren't that great. That's why we spend hundreds of hours testing dozens of screens of all levels to ensure that only TVs with solid performance and great daily usability made the cut. Whether you need a

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Samsung QN90F vs. Samsung Micro RGB TV: Why Do These Huge TVs Cost $30,000?

Samsung unveiled its newest gigantic television, the 115-inch Q90F, at an event in New Jersey this week. The $27,000 TV appeared alongside the company's other 115-inch Micro RGB TV, which costs even more: $30,000. But what do these LCD TVs give you that smaller, cheaper models can't? I saw both TVs on display, and this is what I think. The QN90F is the largest model in Samsung's flagship QN90F range, which starts in a 42-inch size. This 4K TV boasts the company's top technologies -- one it shar

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Samsung's new $29,999 Micro RGB TV looks ridiculously good

Last week, Samsung announced the world's first Micro RGB TV and while it sounded fantastic on paper, you can never really get a good sense of what a fresh display looks like until you see it in person. But after going to Samsung's new headquarters in New Jersey, I can attest that it is truly a sight to behold. Now, before we get to the TV itself, it's probably a good idea to dive into what's going on with Samsung's latest panel tech. In many ways, Micro RGB is a step up from current Mini LED sc

Apple TV+: Vera Farmiga joins upcoming basketball-themed comedy co-produced by LeBron James

Apple Studios is developing an untitled movie based on Weekend Rebels, a 2023 German comedy-drama about a father and his autistic son in search of a favorite Premier League club. Here are the details. Apple’s version will be co-produced by the original producers of the original film As reported by Deadline, Mark Wahlberg (The Departed, Boogie Nights) was already attached to the project, and now he’ll be joined by Vera Farmiga (The Conjuring, Bates Motel). Deadline’s sources also say that, whi

Samsung’s Micro RGB TV isn’t real Micro LED—but it’s so good you may not even care

Samsung provided ground transportation from Brooklyn, New York, to Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, so Ars could demo its Micro RGB TV. Ars does not accept paid editorial content. ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, New Jersey—Micro LED is still years away, but the next best thing is taking shape right now. A $30,000 price tag and 114.5-inch diagonal size makes the Samsung "Micro RGB" TV that I demoed this week unattainable for most. But the unique RGB backlight and Micro LED-sized diodes it employs represent a gro

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Apple TV+ raises subscription prices worldwide, including in UK

Apple TV+ raises subscription prices worldwide, including in UK 40 minutes ago Share Save Tom Gerken Technology reporter Share Save Getty Images Adam Scott stars in the Apple TV+ sci-fi epic Severance Apple TV+ has put up its prices in the UK and worldwide for monthly subscribers, as the cost of streaming continues to rise. The platform's cost per month has gone up by £1 to £9.99 a month, though annual prices have stayed the same at £89 per year. It means an Apple TV+ monthly subscription is

Here’s everything new Apple TV+ has coming in September

Apple TV+ has been having its best year ever, and shows no signs of letting up. The fall lineup on Apple TV+ is easily the streamer’s strongest to date, and it all kicks off in September. Major returning series like Slow Horses and The Morning Show are big highlights, but Apple also has two movies and an intriguing new crime thriller series premiering. Here’s everything new coming to Apple TV+ in September. Highest 2 Lowest When: September 5 What: Movie Genre: Crime Thriller When a titan mu

Clues to Apple's Next TV Box Point to Big Video Game Possibilities

Apple's annual iPhone reveal event in September isn't always just about iPhones, and recent reports indicate Apple could have a few more hardware upgrades to announce very soon. After discovering references hidden in software code, MacRumors reported on several unannounced Apple products, one of which included an Apple TV 4K streaming box with an upgraded A17 Pro chip. Reports say a new Apple TV 4K box is coming this year. David Katzmaier/CNET The A17 Pro chip was released with the iPhone 15

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The best smart TV VPNs of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed

A virtual private network (VPN) can allow you to access geo-locked content and streaming libraries on your smart TV. As a bonus, and perhaps the main reason I use a VPN on my own TV, is the ability to block ads. My favorites include NordVPN, ExpressVPN, and Surfshark, and I'm certain you can find a VPN that will fit you and your smart TV. When looking for a smart TV VPN, consider factors such as its impact on streaming speed and online connectivity, the availability of native smart TV apps -- w

QLED vs. LED: Which Is Better?

Two of the most popular TV technologies are QLED and the Q-less, regular LED. These two technologies are functionally similar, but their performance tends to be quite different. Generally speaking, QLED TVs are typically more expensive (though that price difference has decreased significantly in the last few years), but are also usually brighter and have better colors. It's worth mentioning up front that both QLED and traditional LED TVs are versions of LCD. They both use LCD panels to create a

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Samsung’s “Micro RGB” TV proves the value of RGB backlights for premium displays

Samsung provided ground transportation from Brooklyn, New York, to Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, so Ars could demo its Micro RGB TV. Ars does not accept paid editorial content. ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, New Jersey—Micro LED is still years away, but the next best thing is taking shape right now. A $30,000 price tag and 114.5-inch diagonal size makes the Samsung "Micro RGB" TV that I demoed this week unattainable for most. But the unique RGB backlight and Micro LED-sized diodes it employs represent a gro

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Google’s first Gemini smart home speaker detailed in leak

Google announced plenty of new hardware at this week’s Made by Google event, but halfway through we were distracted by the brief appearance of what appeared to be a new, previously unknown Gemini-powered smart speaker. Now Android Headlines claims that this speaker is real, and will launch with new colors and the ability to pair with a Google TV Streamer. Android Headlines reports that it’s seen additional images of the mystery speaker, which will apparently come in four colors: bright red, lig

F1: The Movie now available to buy or rent ahead of Apple TV+ release

Apple’s F1: The Movie has exceeded all expectations at cinemas, with the film about to top $600 million at the worldwide box office since its premiere on June 27. Following its extended theatrical window, F1: The Movie is now available to buy or rent on-demand at digital stores like Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and more. This release follows the standard pricing pattern for what the industry calls the “premium video on-demand” window, or PVOD. This means the film is available to rent for $20

The wait is over, Invasion season 3 premiere now available on Apple TV+

Following months of anticipation and a great David Bowie-powered teaser, Invasion is back on Apple TV+, a few hours ahead of its official August 22 premiere. Here’s what to expect from this season. New relationships are formed, old relationships are challenged It’s been a long wait for Invasion fans. The season 2 finale aired almost two years ago, and it took Apple until last month to confirm the return date for season 3. Here’s what Apple had to say about the new season, when it dropped its

Apple TV+ subscription price increasing to $12.99 per month from today

Apple today announced that the monthly price of Apple TV+ is rising in the United States and some international markets. From today, the monthly subscription will cost $12.99, up from $9.99. Existing subscribers will see the price change 30 days after the next renewal date. The pricing for yearly TV+ subscriptions and the Apple One services bundle remains unchanged. In a statement, Apple said that Apple TV+ has expanded its deep library of originals since launch, and that Apple One is the “the

Paramount poaches key Apple TV+ exec

On the same day that Apple TV+ announced a 30% price rise, news has broken that one of its key TV execs is leaving the company. Creative executive Chris Parnell is leaving Apple and is joining Paramount+, per Deadline. Parnell joined Apple back in 2020 and spearheaded development of many high-profile TV+ originals, including Dark Matter, Bad Monkey, and the upcoming Vince Gilligan series Pluribus. Before Apple, Parnell worked at Sony Pictures. If you recall, the co-heads of Apple TV+ are Zack