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Mon, 15 Dec 2025 22:03:27 GMT

One of my favorite things to do around the holidays is host friends and family at my home for movie nights. And while sometimes we'll pick a film to watch that everyone is familiar with, more often than not, I like to take these impromptu movie nights as an opportunity to share a hidden gem that most of my guests haven't seen.

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Mon, 15 Dec 2025 21:55:21 GMT

Looking back at 2025, if there's one tech rumor I wish had come true, it's that Apple released a new Apple TV 4K. The current third-generation Apple TV 4K launched back in 2022, and throughout the year, rumors suggested a refresh was finally on the way. First, it was expected to debut at Apple's iPhone event, then possibly in October, and then later in November.

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Mon, 15 Dec 2025 19:54:24 GMT

IKEA is back at it again with its impressive knack for making tech that doubles as decor. From smart lighting to basic cable organizers, the global home and furniture giant sells all sorts of devices and accessories hidden throughout its carefully curated demo rooms and spaces.

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Mon, 15 Dec 2025 16:07:25 GMT

Smart TVs now ship with a long list of preinstalled apps, and LG's webOS is no exception. It comes loaded with staples like YouTube, Netflix, Prime Video, and Disney+. However, the latest addition to LG's preinstalled app lineup has some users shaking their heads in frustration.

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Mon, 15 Dec 2025 16:00:17 GMT

If you were like me and thought that after iOS 26 was released, Apple would leave CarPlay in the dust again, I have news for you. The company recently announced new updates and features for iOS 26.2, and a few CarPlay notes that slipped in caught my eye.

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Sat, 13 Dec 2025 03:00:27 GMT

Ads are everywhere on streaming services as companies come to realize that the old cable model of selling commercial space to make money was actually a pretty good model. For consumers and subscribers, it means higher prices and more advertisements before, during, and after titles. Even if you pay more money to go ad-free, you're still likely to see sponsored content or recommendations from the streamer that are simply ads in disguise.

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Fri, 12 Dec 2025 20:51:56 GMT

The middle of December looms right around the corner, which means peak gift-giving season is practically upon us. After that, it'll be time to ring in 2026. If reading more books is one of your (or a loved one's) New Year's resolutions, I can't recommend a device more than a Kindle.

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Fri, 12 Dec 2025 19:21:25 GMT

Amazon's Fire TV Sticks come loaded with a variety of features that differ by model. For instance, the 4K Max and 4K Plus support all HDR formats, including Dolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+, and HLG, while the 4K Select and HD models do not support Dolby Vision. All Fire TV Sticks also offer some form of cloud gaming: the HD supports Amazon Luna, whereas the 4K Select, 4K Plus, and 4K Max support both Luna and Xbox Game Pass.

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Fri, 12 Dec 2025 16:03:49 GMT

If you use the YouTube app on your TV often, you might notice a surprise the next time you open it. YouTube has updated the watch screen on its TV app with a redesigned layout, moving and refreshing several user interface elements to create what it calls a "more intuitive experience with easier navigation."

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Fri, 12 Dec 2025 03:00:26 GMT

Google doesn't exactly have a reputation for secrecy anymore, at least on the level of companies like Apple. It's revealing minor features and products constantly, and has all but given up on keeping new Pixel devices under wraps, to the point that it does teaser announcements ahead of its press events to keep the rumor mill under control. If you're going to get excited about Google tech, it's probably because you're already onboard with what's happening.

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