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Roku Streaming Stick Plus review: The sweet spot for upgraders
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Roku’s least expensive 4K HDR player Compact design fits behind a TV and is suitable for travel Better performance and Wi-Fi reception than the cheaper Roku Streaming Stick Cons…
World’s largest illegal sports streaming provider, Streameast, taken down
Illegal sports TV streams are popular all around the world—so much so that they’re among the most popular IPTV offerings alongside classic streaming content from Netflix, Prime Video, etc. Unsurprisingly, these streams are also a…
Cancel ESPN+ if you have these streaming services
If you were paying extra for ESPN+, you might not need to anymore. That’s one key takeaway from the launch of ESPN’s standalone streaming service, which includes all the network’s cable channels along with the…
Disney might kill the best streaming idea in years
The best way to watch Monday Night Football without paying for a full TV package or ESPN subscription could be short-lived if Disney gets its way. Disney is suing Sling TV over its Day Passes,…
Synology BeeStation Plus review: Super-easy streaming & storage
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Access your data and personal digital media from anywhere Supremely easy setup OS and phone apps Cons Lacks many of the features of a mainstream NAS box Synology account…
Latest Windows 11 update kills streaming app performance
It seems like Windows users can’t catch a break when it comes to system updates these days. Just recently we’ve seen disappearing SSD issues and PC recovery problems. Now, the latest security update for Windows…
Roku’s new $3 ad-free streaming undercuts Netflix—with a catch
Want ad-free streaming without paying through the nose for Netflix or HBO Max? Roku’s new budget streamer serves up a tempting selection of movies and TV shows for a lot less, provided you can deal…
Roku Streaming Stick (2025) review: The return of an HD classic
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Roku’s remote also controls TV volume and power Smooth performance for the price Portable design that draws power from the USB port on most TVs Cons Weak long-range Wi-Fi…
The newest Roku HD streaming stick is an insta-buy at just $19
Watching your favorite movies and TV shows wherever you go is easier when you have the right tools, and it’s so nice when you can do that at hotels, Airbnbs, etc. The Roku Streaming Stick…