Streaming

The new Fire TV Stick Lite is a powerful and fast streaming bargain if you have an older TV.

The new upgraded Fire TV Stick (2020) is faster and more powerful than the previous version, but still streams only to 1080p.

A wide library of 10,000 hours of content isn't enough to make HBO Max a must. Platform problems and missing movies are puzzling problems.

The Roku Streambar is an affordable, attractive 4K streaming device and speaker in one.

The Roku Ultra (2020) has faster streaming speeds and better wireless performance than its predecessor.

As 4K HDR streaming devices go, the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K does a great job balancing functionality, price and performance.

Get the Chromecast with Google TV if you want an excellent streaming device with Google Assistant built in.

TiVo Stream 4K is an affordable streaming device with high-quality video, but it's not a compelling buy over rivals.

Fubo TV is one of the more expensive streaming services but offers a comprehensive lineup of channels, including many niche sports networks.

YouTube TV is easy to use, available on every platform and offers a strong channel lineup.

The Vizio M-Series Quantum 65-inch (M658-G1) remixes Vizio's affordable M-Series with an impressive display and a new, improved version of SmartCast.

AT&T TV Now is priced well, but it doesn’t offer a deep channel lineup.

The Xfinity Flex is a free streaming box that is a work in progress.

The new Google Chromecast is fast and intuitive, but the attractive little dongle is behind the times.

ESPN Plus offers a lot of live sports for a little money, but it's no replacement for the mainstream match-ups you'll still find on cable.

Alexa paired with Logitech's newest universal remote should make TV watching easier. It doesn't.

Peacock, NBC’s new streaming service, has a lot of classic programming, but will need to smooth out some edges before July, when it’s available more widely.

The Disney Plus streaming service is affordably priced and packed full of content.

Roku's wireless surround sound works just as well as advertised, but the whole setup can get pretty expensive.

Sling TV's streaming service is cheap and offers top networks, including ESPN, but it has insufficient DVR storage.

Our Philo review bottom line is that it's well-designed and easy to use, but lacking in channel selection.

Thanks to its intuitive interface, superior discovery features and powerful DVR, Sony PlayStation Vue is very close to being a cable killer.

Star Trek: Picard's first episode, Remembrance, is a strong start to a Star Trek series that focuses more on character than sci-fi.

Can Tim Cook & Co. win in the television biz? Our Apple TV Plus review looks at how the company put its best foot forward on day 1.

The Amazon Fire TV Cube gets more compelling thanks to a speedier Alexa.

The Roku Ultra (2019) boasts a more powerful processor than its predecessor and a much better remote control.

The Apple TV 4K offers an attractive, customizable interface and affordable UHD content, but design flaws and a subpar remote hold it back.

The Roku Ultra LT offers the best features of Roku's highest-end streaming player for a reasonable price.

The Roku Express (2019) is a small, inexpensive gadget that can make any setup feel pretty smart.