Everyone is missing the point on streaming video

Asking whether streaming video is still worth it is very much asking the wrong question. At least if you care about your own control and flexibility.

Phil Nickinson     October 27, 2023

This is as close as we’ll get to a dumb TV anytime soon

It's not quite what folks want in a true dumb TV, but that TCL gives you any option not to use the full Google TV system is a good choice to have.

Phil Nickinson     October 14, 2023

Which streaming platform has the best screensavers?

Amazon, Apple, Google, and Roku each has good options for screensavers on their various streaming devices. But one platform definitely stands out.

Phil Nickinson     October 13, 2023

Should you buy an obsolete Apple TV?

This probably should go without saying, but we'll say it anyway: Do not buy obsolete hardware with unsupported software. Even if it's inexpensive.

Phil Nickinson     October 4, 2023

Sony’s A75L is its most affordable 4K OLED TV so far

You'll soon be able to buy Sony's Bravia A75L OLED 4K TV, which lowers the entry price of a Sony OLED TV by up to $500.

Simon Cohen     September 27, 2023

Why TCL’s 5,000-nit X955 is a brightness bomb of QD-mini-LED

The new TCL flagship TV promises unprecedented brightness power and brightness control.

Caleb Denison     September 26, 2023

Vizio’s new Quantum 4K QLED TVs hit 75 inches for $699

Vizio's back with two new 4K QLED TVs that offer tons of features and big-screen sizes for very competitive prices.

Simon Cohen     September 25, 2023

Roku adds NFL Zone to its software, and not a moment too soon

Roku is making it even easier to keep up with your favorite NFL team, and live games, via its new NFL Zone on its home screen.

Phil Nickinson     September 12, 2023

Hisense just debuted the world’s largest mini-LED TV at 100 inches

Hisense's 100-inch U8K is the world's largest mini-LED 4K TV and yet at $10,000, it's far from the most expensive big-screen TV you can buy.

Simon Cohen     September 11, 2023

How to update software on a Samsung smart TV

Keeping your Samsung smart TV software up to date ensures you're getting the best performance from your set. Here are a few ways to find and install updates.

Michael Bizzaco     August 30, 2023

Roku and Amazon are so close to making subtitles easy to toggle

While it's relatively easy to toggle captions and subtitles inside apps, two remote controls are frustratingly close to make it a one-button endeavor.

Phil Nickinson     August 16, 2023

LG’s new M-Series Wireless OLED TVs start at $5,000

LG has announced the suggested pricing for its new M3 OLED TVs with wireless technology, with orders expected to open late August 2023

Caleb Denison     August 9, 2023

LG’s giant, wireless OLED TV gets a giant price

If you want to hang LG's 97-inch wireless TV on your wall, here's how much it will cost and when you can get one.

Simon Cohen     August 3, 2023

Hisense kicks off its U8K mini-LED TV availability with deep discounts

Hisense has just released its flagship 2023 U8K mini-LED TV and has thrown in some big discounts to mark the occasion.

Simon Cohen     August 1, 2023

TV model numbers are confusing enough, and Samsung’s making it worse

TV model numbers are confusing enough, but what Samsung is doing with its OLED TVs is downright misleading.

Simon Cohen     July 31, 2023

Hisense’s mini-LED U6K TV arrives, starting at $500

Hisense has released the most affordable mini-LED TV you can buy – the 2023 U6K, which comes in 55-, 65-, and 75-inch sizes starting at $500.

Simon Cohen     July 25, 2023

The Roku Channel is now available as a Google TV app

The Roku Channel — the free, ad-supported streaming service from Roku — is now available on Google TV and Android TV as a standalone app.

Phil Nickinson     July 12, 2023

This Samsung S90C OLED TV news is literally huge

Samsung's excellent S90C OLED line now comes in a whopping 83 inches, with a price tag to match.

Phil Nickinson     July 11, 2023

How we test streaming video devices

Whether it's Roku, Amazon, Apple, or others — we apply the same standards to every streaming device that comes our way. Here's how we test them.

Phil Nickinson     June 29, 2023

Vizio’s aging SmartCast reborn as Vizio Home Screen, with better content discovery features

Vizio gives its smart TVs a full visual and usability refresh with an updated home screen that makes content discovery easier.

Simon Cohen     June 28, 2023

Formula E adds Roku for streaming and expands on CBS

Formula E will find 11 races streamed on The Roku Channel, starting with its 2024 season.

Phil Nickinson     June 27, 2023

What is PHOLED? Your eyes (and your utility bill) are going to love it

OLED TVs offer the best picture quality you can get, but PHOLED technology is about to make these TVs even better.

Simon Cohen     June 20, 2023

Samsung takes on TCL with 98-inch 4K TV that costs just $8,000

The price of ultra-big screen TVs is dropping rapidly, and Samsung is doing its part with a new 98-inch version of its Q80C QLED TV that costs $8,000.

Simon Cohen     June 20, 2023

Does QD-OLED have a burn-in problem?

Samsung has thrown a lot of shade at LG's OLED TVs over the years over potential burn-in problems. Have the tables finally turned?

Simon Cohen     June 14, 2023

Roku Plus Series TV review: better than you may expect

Roku's first streaming TV aims to find the perfect mix of premium and accessible, but has it done enough to compete with its own brand partners?

Caleb Denison     June 14, 2023

4th of July TV Sales 2022: Get a 70-inch for $500

You should upgrade your home theater whenever you get the chance, and with today's Fourth of July TV deals, you have the opportunity to save on a new TV.

Aaron Mamiit     June 14, 2023

OLED vs Plasma: which display tech is better?

Check out our in depth OLED vs Plasma comparison to get a plain-english explanation of each display technology determine which one is better

Drew Prindle     June 5, 2023

How to pick the best TV for sports: what to look for and things to avoid

Anyone who says you shouldn't choose a TV just to watch sports is wrong. Here's what you need for a great view of a big game, plus a few big things to avoid.

Caleb Denison     June 1, 2023

Some Samsung smart TVs won’t be compatible with Netflix starting in December

Netflix subscribers with certain Samsung smart TVs won’t be able to stream their favorite binge-worthy shows on the streaming service beginning December 1. Samsung attributed the removal of Netflix from specific devices to “technical limitations."

Allison Matyus     May 25, 2023

Digital Trends’ Top Tech of CES 2023 Awards

From dual-screen laptops to smarter smart rings, the top tech of CES 2023 took existing technologies and made them practical enough to finally buy. Here are our favorites.

DT Staff     May 22, 2023

After years of bashing OLED, Samsung now set to buy panels from LG

An unconfirmed report from Reuters claims that bitter rivals, LG and Samsung, have inked a deal where LG will supply 77- and 83-inch OLED TV panels to Samsung.

Simon Cohen     May 16, 2023

TCL’s 2023 mini-LED 4K TVs are shockingly affordable

TCL's 2023 TV lineup is here, and it brings the lowest price ever seen on a 98-inch mini-LED TV, the TCL QM8.

Simon Cohen     May 15, 2023

Sony releases its 2023 TV prices with one very big exception

Sony TV fans can now see just how much a new 2023 model will run them and when they'll be able to buy one – except for the company's flagship QD-OLED TV.

Simon Cohen     May 10, 2023

Samsung confirms its 2023 QD-OLED TVs start at just $1,900, are available now

Samsung has finally provided pricing and availability on its full 2023 QD-OLED TV lineup, including its most affordable S90C models.

Simon Cohen     April 28, 2023