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Sonic Frontiers soundtrack surpasses 300 million streams
The soundtrack for SEGA's Sonic Frontiers has surpassed 300 million streams across various music platforms. SEGA sound musician Tomoya Ohtani shared the milestone on X, highlighting the success of making game soundtracks legally available for fans.
The UK Gamer's Guide to IPTV: Upgrade Your Entertainment Setup in 2026 | Invision Game Community
This guide explains IPTV for UK gamers and tech enthusiasts, detailing how it offers a more affordable and flexible alternative to traditional TV packages and multiple streaming services. It covers what IPTV is, its benefits for gamers, how to set it up on various devices including consoles and smart TVs, and what to look for in a subscription service.
Instagram for TV is now available on Samsung TVs in the US
The Instagram application for television is now available on Samsung TVs in the United States. This expansion follows the app's initial launch on Amazon Fire TV devices approximately six months ago.
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YouTube TV has removed the background play feature for users on less powerful devices, sparking frustration among its subscriber base. This change impacts the user experience by limiting functionality on certain hardware.
How to stop Netflix from asking 'are you still watching?'
This article explains how to disable the 'Are you still watching?' prompt on Netflix. The feature, which can be perceived as annoying or shaming during extended viewing sessions, can be turned off through the service's settings.
Fox to acquire Roku for around $22 billion
Fox Corporation has announced a deal to acquire Roku for approximately $22 billion, with shares valued at around $160 each in a mix of cash and stock. The acquisition is expected to close in the first half of 2027. Fox plans to leverage Roku's 100 million global streaming households to distribute its content, including sports, news, and entertainment.
Fox is buying Roku for $22 billion
Fox Corporation is acquiring Roku for $22 billion, encompassing its streaming devices and ecosystem. This significant merger and acquisition deal signals a major shift in the streaming services landscape.
How to watch the World Cup for free, live stream the first whistle around the world
The 23rd FIFA World Cup kicks off on June 11, 2026, with matches spread across the US, Canada, and Mexico. Viewers in the US can watch for free via services like YouTube TV, Fox One, Peacock (with Walmart Plus), and Fubo, many offering free trials. UK fans can access free streams through BBC iPlayer and ITVX, while Australian viewers have SBS On Demand. Canadian viewers can tune into TSN+ or CTV. VPN services are recommended for accessing geo-blocked streams while traveling.
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Paramount+ has officially announced a phaseout of its streaming service. The specific reasons and timeline for this discontinuation were not detailed in the announcement.
The 6 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, HBO Max, Prime Video, Apple TV and more (June 5-7)
This week's streaming releases from June 5-7 include new movies and returning series across major platforms like Netflix, HBO Max, and Apple TV Plus. Highlights include the new Apple TV Plus series Cape Fear, the return of The Legend of Vox Machina on Prime Video, and Pixar's Hoppers on Disney Plus.
First new FIFA game in four years coming to Netflix next week for World Cup 2026
FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition, developed by Delphi Interactive, will be released on June 11 exclusively for Netflix subscribers. This football simulation game features all 48 teams and 16 stadiums from the 2026 World Cup. The game is free for Netflix subscribers and is played using a mobile phone as a controller.
What's Coming To Prime Video In June 2026?
Prime Video's June 2026 lineup includes the return of The Legend of Vox Machina season 4 and the premiere of the new series Every Year After. The month will also feature a variety of new and returning movies, alongside live sports broadcasts from the Yankees, NASCAR, WNBA, and NWSL.
The Boys fans are wondering why Amazon chose to reportedly spend almost four times more on Spider-Noir than The Boys…
Fans of The Boys are questioning Amazon's reported $400 million budget for the upcoming Spider-Noir series, which is significantly higher than the estimated $120 million for The Boys season 4. Despite the budget disparity, fans are not critical of Spider-Noir itself but express disappointment that The Boys' final season may not have received a comparable investment for its conclusion.
A leaked Disney memo suggests the standalone Hulu app's days may be numbered
A leaked internal memo from Disney suggests that the standalone Hulu application may be discontinued in the future. This contradicts previous statements from the company regarding its plans for the streaming service's app.
Crunchyroll's CEO admits the competition from Netflix and Amazon is "aggressive" but remains "confident" in attracting anime viewers: "This is not just one genre for us, this is the entire thing"
Crunchyroll CEO Rahul Purini acknowledges aggressive competition from Netflix and Amazon but remains confident in the platform's ability to attract anime viewers. He highlights Crunchyroll's extensive library, 30-year history in the anime space, and sole focus on anime as key differentiators against competitors.
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Disney+ has integrated Hulu content, though there are no immediate plans to discontinue the standalone Hulu app. Separately, researchers achieved a significant breakthrough in wireless technology, reaching 112Gbps, which could influence the development of 6G.
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Blind test results from audio engineers indicate that Dolby Atmos audio on streaming services can now match the quality of 4K Blu-ray. This advancement addresses a long-standing disparity in audio fidelity between the two formats.
Hulu bundle subscribers can now access their watch history and recs in the Disney+ app
Hulu bundle subscribers can now access their watch history and recommendations directly within the Disney+ application. This integration allows users to manage their viewing data across both services from a single platform, despite Disney's efforts to encourage users to adopt its primary app.
PSA: The first F1 race on Netflix is this weekend
The first Formula 1 race to be broadcast on Netflix, the Canadian Grand Prix, is scheduled for this weekend. This marks a new venture for F1's media coverage, offering fans an alternative viewing option.
6 best new movies and shows to watch this weekend on Netflix, Hulu, Apple TV, and more (May 15–May 17)
This weekend's streaming guide highlights six new movies and shows across Netflix, Hulu, Disney Plus, and Apple TV. Featured titles include the Marvel special The Punisher: One Last Kill, horror sequel The Black Phone 2, true crime documentary The Crash, and new seasons of Rivals, Widow's Bay, and Welcome to Wrexham.
