TCL just unveiled its new T7 Series 4K QLED TVs, promising premium picture, 144Hz motion, Dolby Vision, Google TV, and even a 2.1 speaker boost on the top model, all with the value-focused pricing TCL is known for. Whether for sports, streaming, or gaming, the T7 looks like a strong mid-range contender.

A memo from Disney executives signals pessimism over a deal with YouTube TV, as over 10 million users lose access to ESPN/ABC during a high-stakes distribution standoff ahead of major games.

YouTube TV begins rolling out $20 credits to subscribers amid the ongoing Disney channel blackout affecting ESPN, ABC, and National Geographic.

With tvOS 26.2, Apple TV gains non-Apple ID profiles and a true child mode, offering flexible access for families, guests, and kids.

An AI-generated music persona commanded millions of streams and a major record deal.

Disney and YouTube TV still haven’t struck a deal. ABC and ESPN remain off the platform despite talks to restore them for Election Day coverage.

Google’s Holiday 100 distills a billion daily shopping searches into gift ideas that are actually trending. Projectors surge, wellness gets a lift, and practical picks rise too, so you can shop faster with fewer misses.

Disney has pulled ESPN, ABC, and more from YouTube TV after failed contract talks over higher fees.

Disney+ now supports HDR10+ on Samsung TV models from 2018 onward, starting with over 1,000 Hulu titles and expanding to more content later. For Samsung, this is a natural move; for other TV owners, it highlights a growing format divide.

OpenAI is quietly building an AI-music generator to rival start-ups like Suno. Interestingly, it’s doing so while still grappling with deepfake video turmoil in its Sora platform. The next tune it drops could change how we compose, listen and litigate.

YouTube’s new likeness detection tool helps stop deepfakes before they reach your screen.

Spotify is rolling out a new feature that lets users follow their favorite venue to stay up to date on upcoming concerts.

After debuting on TCL's flagship TV line last month, Gemini has now appeared on a Sony Bravia TV running Android 14.

Amazon retitled the Fire TV Stick 4K as Fire TV Stick 4K Plus. It’s the same hardware with a clearer spot between 4K Select and 4K Max, and Amazon’s support docs already match the new name.

Roku’s fall update puts AI inside Roku Voice and adds clearer search, sports scores, and Bluetooth private listening.

Spotify is testing SongDNA, a new feature that shows the people behind your favorite tracks. From producers to songwriters, it shines a light on music’s unsung heroes, and finally gives credit where it’s due.

Your TV’s idle screen is about to get a glow-up. Glance has teamed up with DIRECTV to turn ordinary screensavers into AI-powered experiences that show trending stories, shoppable visuals, and personalized content — all right from your couch. Starting in 2026, DIRECTV Gemini users can expect a smarter, more interactive TV experience that goes way beyond static wallpaper.

Samsung will unveil its highly anticipated Android XR headset, Project Moohan, on October 21. Pre-reservations are now open, offering early buyers a $100 bonus toward other Samsung devices.

Spotify is giving parents more control with its new Managed Accounts for Kids feature on Family Plans. The update expands globally, letting parents supervise what their kids listen to, filter explicit songs, and keep family playlists drama-free, because everyone deserves a safe soundtrack.

Google Meet now offers AI-powered makeup with 12 customizable looks, helping users appear polished and confident during video calls, seamlessly adapting to facial movements on both web and mobile.

Apple is reportedly eyeing a variety of health-focused hardware upgrades for its entry-level earbuds, ranging from temperature sensor to a built-in camera.

Apple has officially discontinued its Clips video editing app after eight years, shifting focus to iMovie and built-in tools.