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Forget canceling Netflix, here are two streaming services I'd cancel this month

By Henry T. Casey published 30 April 22

If you're looking to save money on your streaming service bills, here's a list of the new offerings for May 2022, so you can figure out what to cut.

I finally jumped on the HBO Max bandwagon — here’s why

By Philip Michaels published 28 April 22

HBO Max is often touted as the best streaming service. A new subscriber finds out why.

PS5 and Xbox Series X standing side by side

I wish I knew about this PS5 and Xbox Series X Dolby Vision problem earlier

By Henry T. Casey published 28 April 22

The PS5 and Xbox Series X aren't the media players I expected — thanks to a very odd Dolby Vision flaw.

Chromecast with Google TV connected to a TV

I love the Chromecast with Google TV — except for this annoying flaw

By Henry T. Casey published 27 April 22

Our streaming editor has found a featured part of the Chromecast with Google TV home screen to not work that well.

iPhone 14 Pro rumors sound huge — but I'd still get the iPhone 14

By Philip Michaels published 27 April 22

Rumors point to the iPhone 14 Pro getting the more compelling features this fall. But that doesn't mean the iPhone 14 will be a forgettable upgrade.

Sarah Goldberg as Sally Reed in HBO's Barry

I just binge-watched this HBO Max show you need to stream right now

By Henry T. Casey published 26 April 22

One of HBO Max's best still-running shows is back and it's time to get hooked — here's what we think.

Should you cancel Netflix? Reasons to stay and leave

By Henry T. Casey published 25 April 22

We've done it, so can you — but should you cancel Netflix? Here are seven of the biggest factors to consider.

I review gaming headsets for a living — and these are the most comfortable

By Marshall Honorof published 24 April 22

When you’re in the market for a gaming headset, you need good sound quality. But even more importantly, you need to be able to wear the device comfortably for long stretches.

This weird controller is my new favorite way to play fighting games

By Richard Priday published 24 April 22

The Mixbox combines an arcade controller with mechanical keys for the ultimate fighting game weapon.

Google Pixel 6a — 5 ways I think it can beat Samsung Galaxy A53

By Jordan Palmer published 23 April 22

We love the Samsung Galaxy A53, a great device for budget-conscious mobile photographers. But the Google Pixel 6a is right around the corner, and the A53 should be worried.

Robert Pattinson as Batman and Zoë Kravitz as Catwoman in the poster for The Batman

The Batman has one very big problem — here’s how i’d fix it

By Tom Pritchard published 23 April 22

The Batman would be better served as an HBO miniseries, rather than a single movie.

I returned to God of War on PS5 — and it's making the wait for Ragnarok unbearable

By Rory Mellon published 23 April 22

Replaying God of War on PS5 is a reminder that this 2018 PS4 game might just be PlayStation's magnum opus.

PlayStation and Xbox could add even more ads — and I’m exhausted

By Marshall Honorof published 23 April 22

PlayStation and Xbox could have plans to subsidize free-to-play games with in-game advertising. But when will enough be enough?

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra vs iPhone 13 Pro Max

I switched from Android to iPhone — and this is the one reason I'm not going back

By Roland Moore-Colyer published 23 April 22

Consistency is why I’m sticking with the iPhone 13 Pro even over the mighty Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra.

Netflix is hemorrhaging subscribers — here's how I'd fix it

By Henry T. Casey published 22 April 22

Would Netflix risk the ire of its subscribers by moving away from binge-watch TV show releases?

This HBO Max show is back — and it has 100% on Rotten Tomatoes

By Kelly Woo published 21 April 22

HBO Max's hitman comedy series is also a huge hit with critics. Here's what they're saying about it.

Roku remote with a Netflix button among others in front of a TV.

I fixed this weird Roku bug that hid my apps — what you need to know

By Henry T. Casey published 21 April 22

A system restore isn't always necessary when a Roku goes weird — here's how we fixed it.

I’m actually okay with ads on Netflix — but leave account sharers alone

By Tom Pritchard published 20 April 22

Account sharers are not the real villains, and cracking down on them won't help anyone - least of all Netflix.

iPhone 11 is still a good buy — who should grab it before it's gone

By Philip Michaels published 20 April 22

For some people, it's still worth buying the iPhone 11, even if that phone first came out in 2019. Here's a closer look at who should consider getting Apple's sub-$500 phone while it's still around.

You need to binge watch this Hulu show with 100% on Rotten Tomatoes

By Henry T. Casey published 18 April 22

You need to know this Hulu sitcom whose debut season got a 100% on Rotten Tomatoes.

This $30 gadget transformed my coffee routine

By Cynthia Lawrence published 18 April 22

If you want to rival your favorite coffee shop, here’s why every coffee lover should get a milk frother.

5 things I want from Fable 4

By Roland Moore-Colyer published 18 April 22

Little is known about Fable 4 but here's what I'd like to see the role-playing game include.

This HBO Max show is the best thing to watch this week

By Kelly Woo published 17 April 22

Minx wraps up its first season on HBO Max. Here's why it's one of the best new shows of the year

Elden Ring vs. Breath of the Wild: Here's why I keep going back to Zelda

By Jordan Palmer published 17 April 22

Elden Ring leaves me so fatigued

iphone 13 pro display on in hand with wood background

I just switched from Android to iPhone after 9 years — and I'm never going back

By Tony Polanco published 17 April 22

I recently bought an iPhone Pro 13 and the experience has been so good that I don't see myself ever returning to Android.

I found one of the best uses for a drone — and it’s not what you think

By Mike Prospero published 16 April 22

A drone can be a fun and helpful tool for a homeowner

iPhone 14 Max — this brand new model could blow Samsung and Google away

By Mark Spoonauer published 16 April 22

The rumored iPhone 14 Max could give Apple fans a big screen for a more affordable price, and that's bad news for the Pixel 6 Pro and Galaxy S22 Plus.

I cancelled Apple TV Plus — here's why I just changed my mind

By Philip Michaels published 15 April 22

One of the benefits of streaming services is that you can walk away at any time and re-subscribe when the shows become too to ignore. For Apple TV Plus, that time is now.

I finally watched this HBO Max show — and you need to try it

By Rory Mellon published 15 April 22

I'm a little late to the party but I just discovered Succession on HBO Max — and it's the best thing I've watched in ages.

JESSICA WILLIAMS as Eulalie “Lally” Hicks, CALLUM TURNER as Theseus Scamander, JUDE LAW as Albus Dumbledore, FIONNA GLASCOTT as Minerva McGonagall, DAN FOGLER as Jacob Kowalski and EDDIE REDMAYNE as Newt Scamander in Warner Bros. Pictures' fantasy adventure "FANTASTIC BEASTS: THE SECRETS OF DUMBLEDORE,” a Warner Bros. Pictures release

The Secrets of Dumbledore is a two and a half hour course correction — and that's OK

By Rory Mellon published 14 April 22

Secrets of Dumbledore isn't fantastic — but I'm still excited about the future of the Wizarding World.