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Get more out of YouTube: 17 helpful tips, tricks, and tweaks
How to use the popular video portal perfectly on your PC, tablet, smartphone, or smart TV.
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Buying a new TV on Cyber Monday? You'll need these 10 accessories, too
Buying a new TV during the Cyber Monday sales is just for starters. You'll want these key accessories to get the most from your new device.
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How to make Netflix shows look their best in your browser
If you don't watch Netflix via the app, the choice of browser can impact the quality when streaming. Here's how to avoid the problem.
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Hack Netflix: 6 ways to find something awesome to watch
Picking just the right Netflix video for a given night isn’t the chillaxing experience it could be. Find out how to take a deep dive into Netflix’s collection of movies and TV episodes, slicing and dicing its categories to pinpoint the perfect video.
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How to eliminate—or at least minimize—Bluetooth audio lag
Bluetooth latency, if not compensated for, can ruin your viewing experience. Here's how to minimize or get rid of it.
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Streaming NFL games on Paramount+: What you need to know
One of the best perks of a Paramount+ subscription is the ability to stream NFL football games. But what are the caveats?
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Verizon's free NFL Sunday Ticket offer: Here's how to get it
Once again, you can get a season's worth of free NFL Sunday Ticket action through Verizon, but there are strings attached.
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Unlock the hidden menu on your TV with this secret button combo
Here's a lifehack for your smart TV: use this button combo to activate a secret menu that can do some cool stuff.
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The trick to streaming the Olympics for free on Peacock
How to get Peacock Premium free trial via Instacart+
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Apple TV hacks: These 5 tips and tricks are game changers
Ever want to hurl your Siri Remote in frustration? These must-know hacks will streamline your Apple TV 4K experience.
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Silence, please! How to turn off auto-playing Netflix previews
Annoyed by the auto-playing previews while browsing Netflix for something to stream? Here's how to turn them off.
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Is your Roku player talking to you? Here’s how to shush it
There’s an easy remedy for a suddenly chatty Roku player or TV.
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Did you watch that? How to find your Netflix streaming history
You can summon a list of all the films and TV shows you've streamed on Netflix in just a few steps. This guide shows you how.
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You can’t change the Roku’s quick shortcuts, but there's a workaround
If you have the right Roku remote, you can program its personal shortcut buttons. Here's how.
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Confused by Alexa's light rings? Here’s what the colors mean
The indicator lights on your Echo speaker can flash in seven different colors. Here’s what they’re trying to tell you.
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4 simple steps to improve your Roku's home screen
Roku's home screen is getting worse, but these fixes will help.
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Yes, you can take a break from Netflix
Can’t remember why you’re still paying for Netflix? Maybe it’s time for a breather.
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Use your TV as a computer monitor: Everything you need to know
Will that big, sexy screen look as good on your desk as it does in your living room? Let's dig into the specifics of using an HDTV with your PC.
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How to connect your iPhone or iPad to your big-screen TV
Try these options when you want to mirror iPhone or iPad content on a bigger screen.
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