EXCLUSIVE: Exit 8 director on how he turned a video game into a cinematic nightmare

In an exclusive interview with Digital Trends, director Genki Kawamura breaks down his liminal new horror film, Exit 8.

A. Orlando     April 7

You can now ask ChatGPT to find your next movie or TV show on Tubi

Tubi is now available as an app inside ChatGPT, making it the first streaming service to do so, letting users ask for movie and TV recommendations in plain language and start watching instantly.

Manisha Priyadarshini     April 7

Roku just added six free channels covering classic sitcoms, reality TV, and films

Roku has added six new free channels to The Roku Channel, bringing classic Westerns, reality TV, Spanish-language content, and more to all Roku TVs and streaming players.

M. Priyadarshini     April 7

Higgsfield bets on AI-generated series with viewer-picked originals push

Higgsfield has launched its first AI-generated pilot, Arena Zero, alongside a slate of concepts, as it lets viewers vote on which shows move forward into full series.

Pranob Mehrotra     April 7

Netflix has a new gaming app for kids that gets rid of ads and payments

Netflix just launched Playground, a free standalone gaming app for kids 8 and under with no ads, no in-app purchases, and characters from Peppa Pig, Sesame Street, and more.

M. Priyadarshini     April 6

Netflix told by court to refund customers over repeated price hikes

Netflix may have to repay Italian subscribers after a court ruled against years of price increases. Customers could see hundreds of euros in refunds, but an appeal will decide if those payouts actually happen.

Paulo Vargas     April 5

Is Dunesday dead? Would a new release date actually save Avengers: Doomsday or Dune: Part Three?

Avengers: Doomsday may get a new release date, but would that really save the film and Dune: Part Three from Dunesday this December?

A. Orlando     April 4

Maul – Shadow Lord is returning for a second season to expand the Star Wars lore

Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord has been renewed for Season 2 before Season 1 even airs, with Dave Filoni confirming the continuation at Lucasfilm Animation ahead of the April 6 Disney+ debut.

M. Priyadarshini     April 3

Youtube will stream Coachella in 4K for the first time, and there’s a shot-on-Pixel feed too

YouTube is streaming all of Coachella 2026 for free starting April 10, with seven simultaneous stages, 4K streams for the first time, a Pixel-shot vertical feed, and Multiview for watching four stages at once.

M. Priyadarshini     April 3

Prime Video expands sign language support to 18 more movies and here’s the complete list

Prime Video now offers ASL and BSL interpretation across 20-plus titles, including Road House, G20, and The Idea of You. The feature is available globally on all supported devices.

M. Priyadarshini     April 2

I just watched The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, here’s why it’s better than the first Mario movie

Nintendo and Illumination's The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has hit theaters shining brighter than the last animated Mario film.

A. Orlando     April 1

The new Supergirl trailer looks like John Wick in a Guardians of the Galaxy movie

Supergirl’s latest trailer mixes cosmic chaos with a John Wick-like mission to save Krypto, all wrapped in a Guardians-style world that feels exciting but also a little too familiar.

M. Priyadarshini     March 31

WhatsApp support for CarPlay is right around the corner

I’ve been a loyal CarPlay user for years, so this update feels long overdue. WhatsApp is finally working on a proper app for CarPlay, and it’s about time. Until now, all I could do was see notifications pop up on the dashboard, with zero real interaction beyond that. The catch is, it’s still in testing […]

Shimul Sood     March 30

YouTube CEO opens up about AI slop, and it sounds like cozy promises

Where do you draw the line between AI slop and real content?

Shimul Sood     March 28

Apple TV is now home to CrunchyRoll anime

Crunchyroll is now available as an Apple TV channel, letting you watch anime inside the Apple TV app, though existing subscriptions cannot be linked and require a separate sign-up.

M. Priyadarshini     March 27

Apple announces new sci-fi film Liminal and I can’t wait for it

Apple’s new sci-fi movie Liminal pairs major talent with a proven story, and it’s already shaping up as one of its most promising genre projects to watch.

Paulo Vargas     March 27

Your Apple TV can now recommend shows and movies based on your viewing habits

Apple’s tvOS 26.4 is here with smart show recommendations, seamless Dolby audio transitions, on-the-fly subtitle customisation, and the long-awaited farewell to iTunes apps on your Apple TV.

Shikhar Mehrotra     March 26

Harry Potter TV series’ first trailer is out and it feels like a replay I didn’t ask for

HBO’s Harry Potter reboot was supposed to reimagine the books, but the first trailer feels like a careful copy of the films, raising one blunt question. If nothing changes, why does this exist.

M. Priyadarshini     March 26

Warner, Disney, and NBC are fighting Google & Apple over control of your smart TVs

Disney, NBCUniversal, and others are calling for stricter EU rules on smart TV platforms, arguing that companies like Google, Amazon, and Samsung increasingly control what you see on your TV.

M. Priyadarshini     March 24

The Round of 64: AI-ok 

(NOTE: This article is part of an ongoing series documenting an experiment with using AI to fill the NCAA brackets and see how it fares against years of human experience. The original article is as follows.) With the first two days of play completed, I am in better shape in my pool than I usually […]

Peter C. Horan     March 22

I just watched Project Hail Mary, here’s why it’s one of the best movies of the year

Ryan Gosling reaches for the stars in Phil Lord and Christopher Miller's sci-fi film, Project Hail Mary, which has become one of the best movies of 2026.

A. Orlando     March 21

AI is reviving Val Kilmer in the upcoming film “As Deep as the Grave”

As Deep as the Grave uses AI to restore Val Kilmer’s presence in a role written for him, with his family backing the decision despite ongoing debates around technology in filmmaking.

M. Priyadarshini     March 19

Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer shows Galaxy Z Flip and a superhero budget problem

The Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer shows Peter Parker using a Galaxy Z Flip, raising questions about his “broke” persona.

Varun Mirchandani     March 19

Here’s all the amazing things we saw in the Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer

Tom Holland is back as Peter Parker in the first trailer of Sony and Marvel Studios' superhero film, Spider-Man: Brand New Day.

A. Orlando     March 18

YouTube is outsourcing its AI slop problem to you, and that’s a terrible idea

YouTube's new AI slop rating feature sounds reasonable, but it could backfire in several ways.

P. Mehrotra     March 18

YouTube is now asking viewers if videos feel like AI slop

YouTube is testing a new feature that asks users to rate whether a video feels like AI slop, as it looks for new ways to tackle low-quality content.

Pranob Mehrotra     March 18

Mike Flanagan’s The Exorcist has begun filming, here’s what we know about this huge horror movie

Director Mike Flanagan is now filming 2027's The Exorcist, which aims to be a terrifying and star-studded horror movie.

Anthony Orlando     March 17

Dune 3 trailer is out with Robert Pattinson playing the new antagonist

Dune 3’s first trailer teases a darker chapter for Paul, as war escalates and Robert Pattinson’s antagonist enters the story, adding a new layer of tension to an already fragile empire.

M. Priyadarshini     March 17

A new Netflix, but over USB? Video StoreAge sells indie films on thumb drives

Video StoreAge is offering indie films on USB drives, letting you own movies permanently instead of relying on streaming platforms where titles can disappear.

M. Priyadarshini     March 17

Here’s how horror movies won big at the Oscars this year

Sinners, Frankenstein, and Weapons took home eight Oscars, breaking new ground for horror movies at the 2026 Academy Awards.

A. Orlando     March 16

I just watched The Madison, here’s why Yellowstone fans should watch Taylor Sheridan’s new series

Paramount+ has released Taylor Sheridan's new series, The Madison, and it's the perfect series for fans of his hit Yellowstone franchise.

A. Orlando     March 16

Hollywood’s biggest filmmaker just came out clean about using AI in movies

Steven Spielberg says he has never used AI in his films and believes the technology should not replace human creativity in filmmaking, speaking at SXSW 2026.

Moinak Pal     March 14

Prime Video’s ad free subscription becomes Prime Video Ultra for $4.99 a month

Amazon is launching Prime Video Ultra, a $4.99 monthly add-on that removes ads from Prime Video for existing Prime or Prime Video subscribers starting April 10.

Moinak Pal     March 13

Peacock app is getting vertical NBA videos and a Jeopardy game, too

Peacock is adding AI-powered features to its mobile app, including vertical NBA videos, a personalized Bravo hub guided by Andy Cohen, and a Jeopardy trivia game inside the app.

M. Priyadarshini     March 13

Two new hosts join Digital Trends

Meet the newest hosts joining the Digital Trends YouTube channel. Sam and Faiz introduce themselves, share the tech they’re most passionate about, and talk about the perspective they’ll bring to future videos. Expect more reviews, deep dives, and hands-on coverage as the channel continues to grow. Subscribe to follow along.

DT Staff     March 13

Netflix is bringing back KPop Demon Hunters for a sequel

KPop Demon Hunters is officially getting a sequel on Netflix, with directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans returning to continue the story of the demon fighting K pop group Huntrix.

M. Priyadarshini     March 13

Stewie from Family Guy is getting his own two-season spinoff series

Fox has ordered a new Family Guy spinoff centered on Stewie Griffin, giving the mischievous baby genius his own series with a two-season order.

M. Priyadarshini     March 12