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If you’re in the market for a top-of-the-line streaming box, the current-generation Apple TV 4K usually takes the top spot. But Roku has just unveiled an updated version of its Ultra that should give Apple a run for its money. And it’s $30 cheaper, too. Faster Processor, Wi-Fi 6 and a Great Voice Remote Roku The updated Ultra features a processor that’s up to 30 percent faster than other Roku devices. It’s also an HDMI 2.1 streaming player that allows for Quick Media Switching. With that, it will provide seamless, judder-free transitions between different refresh rates or content sources on…

If you’re an Apple Music listener and want to amp up your listening experience on your iPhone you can do just that – whether you listen through speakers, on your computer or through the latest noise-cancelling headphones. Have you ever considered expanding your widget options beyond what Apple provides? Some third-party alternatives out there offer unique and impressive features that Apple lacks. Plus, some of them are even free! Others may require payment, but it’s definitely worth checking out the options available. Currently, Apple Music offers three ‘Listening Activity’ widgets. These widgets let you see current and recently played music.…

Photograph: ShutterstockWednesday 23 November 2022ShareCopy LinkFacebookTwitterPinterestEmailWhatsAppWritten by Lorna ParkesContributorThere’s a theory that couples who travel well together, stay together – and it’s a theory that we are more than happy to subscribe to. And while, sure, pretty much anywhere can be romantic if you want it to be, the world is also full of classically romantic places. East, west, north and south, we’ve scoured the globe for the most romantic holidays in the world. Of course, it isn’t as simple as just rocking up to these places and expecting magic – romance requires work, after all. Let each other know…

Quick LinksAccess Both With the Hulu on Disney+ Bundle Fall has begun, and with the return of Pumpkin comes the spooky content from some of the best streaming platforms on the market: Disney+ and Hulu. Halloween on Disney+ Halloween Originals abound on Disney+. Not only does it host fan favorites such as Hocus Pocus and Disney Channel Original Halloweentown, but it also offers scarier films such as Smile. Furthermore, Disney is launching a new 24/7 continuous stream channel for Fall 2024: Hallowstream. It’s set to feature a constant rotation of Halloween-themed movies, with appropriate horror levels for the time of…

Photograph: teamLab, Universe of Water Particles on a Rock where People Gather © teamLabWednesday 13 December 2023ShareCopy LinkFacebookTwitterPinterestEmailWhatsAppEdited by Grace BeardTravel EditorWritten by: Time Out editors & Time Out contributors Forget ‘saving money’ in 2024. You know what your New Year’s resolution should be? Get out more. Do more stuff. See more of the world. Life is short, after all – and 2024 promises a tonne of unmissable festivals, art, food and music. There are openings and re-openings. Brand-new train routes criss-crossing countries and continents. Whacky places to party. And even if the cossie livs does have you tightening the purse strings, there are plenty of free and…

Photograph: Courtesy Nickelodeon UniverseFriday June 21 2024ShareCopy LinkFacebookTwitterPinterestEmailWhatsAppWritten by Tolly Wright & Jen WooWritten by: Clara HoganWhen it comes to planning a family vacation, pleasing everyone is no easy task. Some families like exploring nature via America’s best national parks or doing some urban sightseeing in major metropolises. But if those aren’t quite your family’s thing, might we suggest some indoor, temperature-controlled family fun? While you might think of outdoor theme parks when you picture attractions like roller coasters or bumper cars, there are a host of amusement parks that actually take place inside. These massive playgrounds are ready to be conquered year-round, no matter the weather s. From roller…

Photograph: Courtesy Discover MoabTuesday April 2 2024ShareCopy LinkFacebookTwitterPinterestEmailWhatsAppWritten by Sarah MedinaTravel Editor, North AmericaContributors: Virginia Gil, Scott Snowden & Clara HoganAmerica, the Beautiful. Or so the famous 1893 poem goes. There’s nowhere that declaration rings more true than in America’s national parks. These protected lands, from coast to coast, safeguard and showcase untamed wilderness with awe-inspiring beauty and diverse wildlife ecosystems. Today, there are more than 400 sites in the National Park Service, including 63 major parks—from America’s first national park (Yellowstone) to dramatic landscapes carved by ancient forces. When adventure calls, turn to this list of some of the…

Photograph: Courtesty AmtrakMonday April 29 2024ShareCopy LinkFacebookTwitterPinterestEmailWhatsAppWritten by Kelly Lack & Clara HoganFrom redwood groves to sprawling desert landscapes to miles of picturesque countryside, America has no shortage of stunning scenery across its 50 states. One of the best ways to take in all the beauty is by hopping aboard a train.  While a road trip through America is always a great choice to see the country’s sights, we’d argue train travel is even better. Not only is riding on a train a timeless experience with notes of romance and nostalgia, but there’s no airport stress or need to be at attention behind…

Photograph: Courtesy Huttopia Napa valleyTuesday April 16 2024ShareCopy LinkFacebookTwitterPinterestEmailWhatsAppEdited by Scott SnowdenAssociate EditorWritten by: Sarah Medina & Clara HoganWhat if we told you that you could enjoy all the lovely aspects of camping (stargazing, s’mores and time in the great outdoors) without all the, well, less lovely parts (sleeping on the ground, setting up a tent, nowhere to charge your phone)?  If that sounds ideal to you, let us introduce to glamping. Glamping, by definition, is camping with a touch of glamour. It may not bring the comforts of a five-star hotel or your own home, but it’s a definite upgrade in luxury from the traditional pop-a-tent-and-call-it-a-gocamping. If you…

NewsWritten by Eric GrossmanMonday July 13 2020ShareCopy LinkFacebookTwitterPinterestEmailWhatsAppWe’re all staying home to do our part by social distancing and self-isolating. Fortunately, technology has given us an abundance of ways to stay entertained while we stay inside. Now is the perfect time to catch up on some movies filmed in Boston, learn a bit more about the city, or check in on some recent shows from local chefs and celebs you may have missed the first time around. Order up some food from these restaurants offering takeout or delivery (maybe even pick up some brews curbside from Boston’s best breweries), and…