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Netflix's password sharing crackdown seems to be working
While some users canceled their Netflix accounts after a crackdown on password sharing got underway, it seems like the move is paying off for the company.
Spotify is testing an 'offline mix' that downloads recently played songs
Spotify is testing a feature called "Your Offline Mix" that will "save a mix of your recently played songs.
The 4K Chromecast with Google TV is cheaper than ever at Amazon
There's no better way to make a dumb TV smart than Chromecast with Google TV, given the breadth of options, up to 4K HDR output and relative affordability.
Verizon streaming bundle offers Netflix Premium and Paramount+ with Showtime for $26
That's about $6 cheaper then a regular subscription.
‘Black Mirror’ drops a new trailer ahead of June 15th premiere
The four-year wait is almost over. Netflix has set a June 15th premiere date for the sixth season of sci-fi anthology series ‘Black Mirror.’ This latest season has been in the works for at least a year and creator Charlie Brooker has stated the new episodes would “keep things fresh” by tackling sci-fi tropes the series had previously avoided. Check out the new trailer.
YouTube will allow unlimited simultaneous streams for NFL Sunday Ticket
'We heard your feedback that 2 concurrent streams just wasn’t enough for NFL Sunday Ticket, so we’re updating our product functionality to include unlimited streams at home for NFL Sunday Ticket,' the YouTube TV team said. 'You and your household can also access 2 additional streams on the go.'
Netflix starts charging for account sharing in the US
Netflix is now charging for account sharing in the US — it'll cost $8 per month for viewers outside of your household.
Disney+ and Hulu will remove a slew of titles on May 26th
Disney+ and Hulu are the latest streaming services to remove content from its service. On May 26th, a few dozen titles including Big Shot, Clouds, and Dollface will no longer be able to stream.
Disney is reportedly laying the groundwork for its standalone ESPN streaming service
Disney has reportedly started talks with cable providers and sports leagues in the hopes of offering ESPN as a standalone streaming service.
'Futurama' returns July 24th as a Hulu original after a 10-year hiatus
After announcing it in 2022, Hulu has made it official: Futurama is coming back for season eight on July 24th with the full cast (including John Dimaggio as Bender).
YouTube TV had major issues at the worst possible time last night
YouTube TV had a major issue last night as the worst time: NBA playoffs and the Vanderpump Rules finale.
Peacock will exclusively stream one NFL playoff game
You may have to get a Peacock subscription if you want to watch every single game in the NFL playoffs.
Sonos is ending support for local file playback on Android
Sonos will soon end support for a feature that allows users to stream files stored locally on their Android devices directly to its speakers.
'Avatar: The Way of Water' is coming to Disney+ and Max on June 7th
Avatar: The Way of Water will be available to stream on both Disney+ and Max (the new name for HBO Max) on June 7th. It's a bit unusual to see a major, recent movie land on two platforms at the same time, but there was a deal in place between 20th Century Studios, which Disney has owned since 2019, and HBO for streaming rights to certain theatrical releases.
'Foundation' will return to Apple TV+ on July 14th
Apple TV+ has revealed when 'Foundation' will return and shared a new trailer for season two of the sci-fi show.
Spotify has reportedly removed tens of thousands of AI-generated songs
Spotify has reportedly pulled tens of thousands of tracks from generative AI company Boomy. It's said to have removed seven percent of the songs created by the startup's systems, which underscores the swift proliferation of AI-generated content on music streaming platforms.
Paramount+ tops 60 million subscribers thanks to 'Picard' and the NFL
Paramount+ has already reached 60 million subscribers thanks to originals like 'Picard' and live content like the NFL playoffs.
Hollywood writers are officially on strike
The Writers Guild of America (WGA) has called for a strike starting today largely over streaming productions
Amazon rolls out free Roku-like TV channels for Fire devices
Amazon just announced the impending launch of Fire TV channels, allowing customers access to a wide variety of “premium, free content” on Fire streaming sticks, streaming boxes, and, of course, Fire-branded televisions. The company promises there will be no forced sign-ups or fees associated with this content.
Canada's controversal streaming bill just became law
Canada has passed its controversial streaming bill that requires Netflix, Spotify and other companies to pay to support Canadian series, music and other content

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