Netflix's Devious Plan To Keep You Binge-Watching On The Go
The streaming giant added a feature to its apps to entice you to watch more of its mobile content longer.
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We Learned The Hard Way: Cord-Cutting Isn't Easy
Pro tip: Do a lot of research before you decide to get rid of that cable subscription.
| Leah Becerra and Lexie Hammesfahr
The Plan To Kill Your Cable Box Is Long Overdue
Tom Wheeler's proposal would open up cable TV management to more devices — like, say, a game console or OTT streaming device.
5 Ways To Watch The Super Bowl Without Cable
If you're one of the many Americans shying away from hooking up the TV, here are a few other ways to watch the big game.
The Shortcut Is Out There: How To Binge-Watch 9 Seasons Of 'X-Files'
Fox's new season of "The X-Files" begins Jan. 24, so there's little time to watch (or rewatch) the prior nine seasons. But we have a solution.
Add Verizon's FreeBee Data To The Services Using This FCC Loophole
Verizon's zero-rating service will collect payments from content providers who want to sponsor data for consumers.
HBO Is Expanding Its Stand-Alone Service To Spain
HBO will soon offer its stand-alone service in Spain, letting users stream HBO content without a cable subscription.
Chill! Here's When Netflix's Original Shows Will Air This Year
"House of Cards," "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt," "Orange Is the New Black" and more will return to Netflix, while "Fuller House" and others will debut.
Sorry, Netflix Doesn't Want You Binge-Watching Outside Your Country
Netflix wants to start restricting its content by geographic borders, but that's easier said than done with today's Internet.
Spotify Teams Up With The Service Formerly Known As Rap Genius
Spotify is rolling out a new feature that shows lyrics and other information on the screen as a song plays.
Defiant T-Mobile Expands Offerings For Its 'Binge On' Service
T-Mobile is adding more providers to its Binge On streaming service as groups supporting net neutrality condemn the company.
Adam Sandler's 'Ridiculous 6' Somehow Gallups Into Netflix History
Despite its terrible reviews, "The Ridiculous 6" is said to be the "most-watched" movie in the streaming giant's history.
More Vinyl Records Are Spinning Their Way To Doorsteps
Vinyl record sales have skyrocketed in 2015, and the way we are buying them is changing, too.
Why Taylor Swift Streamed Her '1989' Tour Doc Strictly On Apple Music
Taylor Swift decided to stream her latest tour on Apple Music. Some say it gives the company an upper hand in the music industry.
Could Spotify's New Feature Have DJs Going The Way Of The Dodo?
Who needs a DJ when your music streaming service can craft a perfect playlist? Spotify has launched a new party playlist feature called Spotify Party.
Netflix Thinks It Can Make High-Quality Video Less Of A Bandwidth Hog
Netflix says it will eventually adjust its video algorithms for each scene of a show or movie so it can squeeze more quality into less bandwidth.
Alibaba Helps Disney OTT Expand Into China, And That's Bad For Netflix
DisneyLife streaming service is entering China via Alibaba, but it won't be facing stiff competition in the country from Netflix for a while.
Tidal CEO Issues Prove Big Names Doesn't Mean Streaming Success
Tidal has just hired its third CEO. Can it handle the volatile streaming environment much longer?
Pandora Buys Up Best Bits Of Rdio, Likely To Offer On-Demand Streaming
Pandora has had trouble competing with other music streaming services, but this acquisition will at least put it on a level playing field.
YouTube’s Music Catalog Might Supercharge Its New Music App
For a long time, YouTube has been the go-to for listening and watching music videos. That's why its new app makes sense.
Netflix Says It Can Get Your Kids To Bed In 5 Minutes
Netflix has a plan to help you get the rugrats to sleep, and ... surprise ... it involves watching Netflix.
New 'Star Trek' Series Beaming Only To CBS All Access
The first episode will air on TV, but the rest of the season will stream exclusively on CBS All Access.
Amazon Removes All Apple TV, Chromecast Listings From Store
Amazon wasn't bluffing; the online retailer has followed through with its plans to pull the Google Chromecast and Apple TV from its online store.
The Net Neutrality Implications Of Free T-Mobile Streaming
What's great for consumers would only be great for content partners that can get on T-Mobile's lists. But the little streamers might suffer.
Watch 200 Hours Of Bob Ross' Happy Little Trees On Twitch
Twitch teamed up with Bob Ross Inc. to launch its new creative channel category. It will stream all 403 episodes of "The Joy of Painting."
YouTube Plays Hardball With ESPN For Ad-Free Service
If you're a major partner who can't or won't agree to be a part of YouTube Red, then you're also not going to be on YouTube — that means you, ESPN.
#MuteBuck Could Take Some Stiffness Out Of America's Pastime
The creators of #MuteBuck just wanted to give fans an alternative to Joe Buck, but their broadcast could solve some of baseball's problems.
BBC Blockades iPlayer Pirates
In an effort to cut down on content pirates, the BBC says it's blocking virtual private networks from accessing its streaming media service, iPlayer.
Should You Subscribe To Apple Music Or Spotify?
Leah Becerra and Mikah Sargent have used Apple Music and Spotify for some time, so they sat down to battle it out for the best streaming service.
| Leah Becerra and Mikah Sargent
Netflix Blames Credit Cards For Poor Subscriber Numbers
Netflix said it had a weak third quarter because customers didn't update their credit card information.
