Articles by Jared Newman
Live TV streaming services are blowing it on basic DVR
Cable alternatives such as YouTube TV make it hard to distinguish between DVR recordings and ad-supported video.
Disney+ paints a bleak future for ad-free TV
Disney+ is raising prices for its commercial-free plan, while keeping prices the same with ads.
Best live TV streaming service
Is Sling TV better than Hulu, or should cord-cutters subscribe to YouTube TV? Or FuboTV? We compare all the ways to watch TV online.
These are the best DVRs for cord-cutters
Tablo vs. Roku vs. Channels DVR: None are ideal, but one might work for you.
Just what is Plex Pass, anyway?
Should you pay for Plex Pass? Here's everything you need to know before buying a subscription.
Cut your cable bill without cutting the cord
Start using your TV provider's streaming apps instead of paying ridiculous equipment rental fees.
The best media streaming devices of 2023
Roku Streaming Stick vs. Amazon Fire Stick vs. Chromecast vs. Apple TV, and more. Which streaming device is best for-cord cutters? Our buying guide will help you pick the right accessories for your TV.
Discover the secret features of your media streamer's remote
Need help navigating streaming apps? Don't neglect the press-and-hold technique. Your streamer's remote is capable of more than meets the eye.
DirecTV Stream review: Sports, a cable-like experience, but pricey
You'll get best-in-class sports coverage with a very cable-like TV experience, but DirecTV Stream costs a lot more than the competition.
Netflix is quitting the rental biz, but lots of places still rent DVDs
Netflix is ending DVD rentals in September. Here's what to use instead.
Score free Netflix, Apple TV+, and more from your wireless carrier
Take full advantage of the deals cell-phone service providers are offering on your favorite streaming services to retain you as a customer.
NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube: Choose your plan wisely
NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube vs. YouTube TV: What to know before signing up.
Paramount+ and Showtime: How to get the bundle for free
The latest Paramount+ free coupon codes allow for a free month of Showtime as well.
What's up with Netflix's password sharing crackdown?
Netflix's plans to hinder password sharing—which it planned to roll out in Q1 2023—haven't materialized in the United States.
YouTube TV review: A solid streaming bundle, but no slam dunk
YouTube TV is a solid cable replacement, but not the cord cutting bargain it used to be.
Yes, those free Paramount+ codes still work (for now)
The process for getting Paramount+ for free has recently changed. Here's what you need to know.
The secret way to watch March Madness for free (or cheap)
Stream March Madness games for free with these tricks
Fed up with live TV streaming service price hikes? Try this instead
If YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, and other services are getting too expensive, consider these strategies to reach your cord-cutting objective of saving money.