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The latest news, reviews, and rumors from the biggest video streaming platforms on the planet. With Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, Amazon Prime, and Apple TV+ all competing in the streaming wars for your attention, Digital Trends is here to break down everything you need to know. Whether you’re looking for the best shows and movies or just trying to decide which platform you want to subscribe to, we’ve done all the research, so you don’t have to.
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What’s new on Hulu in January 2026 and what’s leaving soon
Hulu's January 2026 lineup includes Will Trent, Tell Me Lies, The Beauty, Borat, Heat, Predator, and more.
YouTube TV in 4K: Everything you need to know
YouTube TV is one of the few streaming services offering any content in 4K resolution, and there's a lot you need to know about it.
5 great TV shows you need to watch in January 2026
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, Wonder Man, and The Pitt are just some of the new shows audiences should see in January 2026.
5 great Netflix movies to watch on Christmas
Jingle Bell Heist and Klaus are some of the holiday films on Netflix that audiences should see this Christmas.
5 great free movies to watch on Christmas
This holiday season, audiences can and should stream great free movies like It's A Wonderful Life and Roofman to celebrate Christmas.
Spotify responds to ‘nefarious’ 300TB scraping by internet activists
Anna's Archive published a torrents-based Spotify backup: a 300TB release of Spotify catalog metadata today, with staged audio files to follow. Here is what's included, what's missing, and why it exists.
I watched 47 new films this year, here’s the 8 best movies of 2025 you need to see
Sinners, Weapons, Frankenstein, and Superman are among the best, must-see movies of 2025.
Play FIFA on your TV with Netflix, your phone is the controller
Netflix is bringing a reimagined FIFA game to Netflix Games for the FIFA World Cup 2026, including TV play in select countries, with your phone acting as the controller.
Netflix is adding more video podcasts for your eyes (and ears)
Netflix has struck a major partnership with iHeartMedia to bring more than 15 video podcasts exclusively to its streaming service in early 2026.
Best new movies to stream on Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video, HBO Max, and more
The best new movies to stream include Frankenstein, Sinners, Superman, 28 Years Later, The Phoenician Scheme, Weapons, and The Naked Gun.
The best new shows to stream on Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max, and more
The best new shows to stream include Stranger Things 5, Fallout, Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Alien: Earth, and It: Welcome to Derry.
What’s new on Amazon Prime Video in December 2025
The list of new Prime Video movies and TV shows coming in December include Fallout season 2, Sinners, The Naked Gun, and A Minecraft Movie.
YouTube TV announces new plans that could help you cut your monthly streaming bill in 2026
YouTube TV has announced a major upgrade coming next year that will give subscribers access to smaller genre-specific plans.
Netflix won’t block TV shows from appearing on rival services after Warner deal
Netflix says it will continue licensing Warner Bros. TV series to rival streamers, even as it is about to close an $82.7B deal to acquire Warner Bros.
Netflix is buying Warner Bros. and HBO for $82.7 billion, and it could help you save money
Netflix is acquiring Warner Bros. and the entire HBO catalog in an $82.7B deal, creating the biggest streaming shakeup since Disney–Fox.
Alexa+ on Prime Video can drop you straight into that scene you love to rewatch
The latest Alexa+ feature lets you jump to a scene without rewinding or forwarding on Prime Video. Describe the moment like “the train fight” or “the proposal in the rain,” and Alexa+ will instantly play that exact scene.
You can finally play Red Dead Redemption on your phone, thanks to Netflix
Netflix Games has released a mobile version of Red Dead Redemption, complete with the Undead Nightmare expansion. Netflix subscribers can download it at no extra cost, to enjoy Rockstar’s iconic Wild-West story with missions, shootouts, and open-world exploration on their phones.
In a surprise twist, Netflix and HBO Max prices could go down
A bundle deal is apparently on the cards which could save you money as Netflix eyes Warner Bros Discovery acquisition.
You cannot cast Netflix anymore unless you own one of these devices
Netflix has removed casting support for most modern TVs and streaming devices, leaving only older Chromecast models and select cast-enabled TVs on its approved list. The change appeared quietly, confirmed only after users reported missing Cast button.
I watched Stranger Things 5 volume 1, these are the moments you don’t want to miss
Stranger Things season 5 volume 1 has dropped onto Netflix, packing so many must-see moments into four episodes.
Prime Video just added an underrated sci-fi gem from the maker of Parasite
Bong Joon Ho’s Mickey 17 has landed on Prime Video. Featuring Robert Pattinson, this unusual sci-fi story combines social commentary, psychological tension, and a striking visual style that makes it stand out from typical space films.
I’ve played every major Zelda game, here’s what The Legend of Zelda movie needs to get right
As a longtime Legend of Zelda fan, I hope Wes Ball does Nintendo's game franchise justice with his live-action film.
You Asked: Why are streaming ads so loud? Do HDMI cables matter?
Our resident TV expert Chris is here to answer all your questions, including do HDMI cables matter and why are streaming ads so loud?
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