Author: Press Room
There is now a new way to watch Netflix with captions, as long as you’re ready to dive into the final season of You. Dialog-Only Captions Strip Out Audio Cues, Speaker Names and More Netflix You’re probably aware of the captioning option for deaf and hard of hearing, also known as SDH/CC. When you read that, you’ll see audio cues like [phone buzzing] along with speaker names. That’s not useful if you’re just interested in better understanding what’s being said in your favorite TV show or movie. Netflix is adding a new way to use captions. Starting with the new…
ChatGPT is part of my daily workflow for everything from simple definitions to self-diagnosis. When I switched to Grok for a week, I knew there’d be an adjustment—but I didn’t expect just how much I’d miss some of ChatGPT’s subtler strengths, or how easy it would be to let go of others. What I Miss About ChatGPT Even with Grok’s energy and engaging tone, there are moments I long for ChatGPT’s precision. It’s not only about features, it’s about the ease, the rhythm, the way it makes complex tasks feel a bit more manageable. For each of the following images,…
Looking for one of the best fitness trackers? Whether you’re training for a marathon, working on your overall fitness, or just want an easy way to track your daily steps, calories burned, heart rate, and sleep data, there’s a fitness tracker that’s perfect for you. With so many options available, choosing the right one can be overwhelming. Some models focus on in-depth health metrics like blood oxygen levels and stress tracking, while others keep things simple with step counting and heart rate monitoring. There are premium smartwatches packed with advanced fitness features and budget-friendly options that still offer excellent tracking…
I hate it when my streaming night gets ruined due to constant buffering. Instead of paying for faster internet, I found ways to prioritize my Wi-Fi streaming device—and now my streams play smoothly every time. 6 Set a Static IP Address With Priority Access I’ve found the biggest improvements by prioritizing my streaming device’s access on my network. The first thing I did was to set up and enable SQM (Smart Queue Management) for my wireless access point. This is a type of QoS (Quality of Service) that actively manages queues, shapes traffic, and tackles bufferbloat, which is the main…
In my mind, there are two excellent ways to start a watch party with your friends: Teleparty or Discord. They’re both great, full of features, and easy to use—but what’s the best option of all? 5 Price: Which is Cheaper? Right out of the gate, both Teleparty and Discord get a point for being completely free. Teleparty is a simple plugin, while Discord can be used from your browser or downloaded and installed as a standalone program. I recommend installing Discord to avoid any complications you may have with screen-sharing over a browser. With that said, both Discord and Teleparty…
Your next gaming console might already be on your wall. LG Smart TVs are going to become Xbox game streaming machines with a simple software update—no console required. Xbox Game Streaming Comes to LG TVs Starting April 23, the Xbox app is available on select LG Smart TV models. This means that as long as you have an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription, you should be able to stream games directly on your TV. Microsoft’s announcement wasn’t clear on exactly what TVs are getting the app. If you have a 2025 LG TV, you can find the Xbox app in…
As a member of a multilingual household, the subtitles are always turned on for movies and TV. That is, until recently, when I decided to switch them off, and the positive effect has been remarkable. 6 Enjoy a More Immersive Experience While subtitles have obvious benefits for deaf and hard-of-hearing people and translation purposes, they can detract from the audiovisual experience. It’s surprising how much more I take in when I’m not distracted by the visuals and emotional nuance of a scene. Imagine the time spent flitting between text and images throughout an entire movie. Not only can this increase…
Roku’s just-announced streaming sticks are a low-cost way to turn any TV into a smart streamer. The Roku Streaming Stick and Streaming Stick Plus Take Power From Your TV Roku The highlight of Roku’s announcements were the Streaming Stick and Streaming Stick Plus. Both sticks are 35 percent smaller than other devices on the market. They are designed to be power efficient and can be powered directly from your TV’s HDMI port. That helps eliminate a hanging power cord, especially a problem with a mounted TV. The smaller footprint will also not block neighboring HDMI ports. With the small design…
Warner Bros Discovery has decided to crack down on people sharing a Max password across multiple households. From now on, anyone doing so will need to sign up for their own Extra Member Add-On. And that, unfortunately but entirely predictably, will cost the account holder cold hard cash. In a press release, Warner Bros Discovery spells out exactly what the Extra Member Add-On means for users. But in a nutshell, the primary Max account holder will now be able to invite a friend or family member living outside their household to create a separate, standalone account. And this will cost…
An OpenAI executive has testified that, if Google is forced to sell its Chrome browser, it would be the first in line to buy. Google is in the midst of a monopoly investigation regarding its enormous hold on tech—but selling Google Chrome to OpenAI would be even worse. Why Would Google Have to Sell Chrome? In short, Google’s antitrust trial is moving toward the reparations and punishment phase, and there is a strong belief that Google Chrome is on the table. Now, the Department of Justice hasn’t made any punishment level clear, but being forced to sell Chrome would definitely…