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Considering cutting the cord and embracing streaming services full-time? You need to make sure your internet connection meets the minimum speed requirements. These vary between streaming services, but there are a few ways to check your internet is up to scratch. How Fast Should Your Internet Be to Stream Movies, TV, and More? Your internet speed directly affects how smoothly your content streams. Different resolutions and formats require different bandwidths. Streaming Quality Resolution Minimum Speed Requirement Standard Definition (SD) 480p 3–4 Mbps High Definition (HD) 720p or 1080p 5–8 Mbps Ultra High Definition (UHD/4K) 2160p 25 Mbps or higher HD…
Summary The variety of content on YouTube keeps me entertained just enough. YouTube Premium eliminates ads, saves time, and supports my favorite creators. Access to YouTube Music Premium and background play on YouTube make it worth the monthly cost. Despite YouTube Premium’s price hikes, I’m still happy to pay its monthly fee. Don’t get me wrong; I still subscribe to one of Apple TV, Amazon Prime, Netflix, or Disney+, but when it comes to YouTube Premium, I’ll never stop subscribing. I Love the Variety of Content on YouTube Jowi Morales / MakeUseOf There are a lot of creators on YouTube,…
Quick Links Free TV Streaming Services After YouTube TV ramped its price up to $82.99 per month in January 2025, I hit the cancel subscription button almost instantly. Now, I’m switching to these cheaper YouTube TV alternatives and barely missing any programming from my old subscription. 1 Free TV Streaming Services Justin Duino/MakeUseOf It doesn’t come cheaper than free, and there is an impressive selection of no-cost TV streaming channels for those who don’t mind sitting through ads. Here are some of my favorite options: Tubi: This is an ad-supported channel owned by the Fox Corporation. It boasts over 250,000…
NewsSpring break in Miami Beach: here are all the rules the city will implement next monthExpect a heavy police presence and security checkpoints in the area.Written by Anna RahmananSenior National News EditorMonday February 10 2025ShareCopy LinkFacebookTwitterPinterestEmailWhatsAppAs spring break approaches once again, Miami Beach gears up for a new set of measures that will, hopefully, help keep everyone safe—both locals and folks traveling to this side of town in search of warm weather fun. “Consistent with last year’s spring break, Miami Beach will once again impose tough measures in March to reinforce the message that the city is not interested in…
24) Metroid Prime Remastered The long wait for Metroid Prime 4, which definitely, probably exists, goes on, but to tide us over Nintendo has finally put the original on Switch, and while Metroid Prime is more than 20 years old, Samus’ first 3D outing somehow feels as fresh now as it did then. Tallon IV remains one of the most intricately designed settings in all of gaming, and exploring it through the legendary bounty hunter’ eyes is a thrill whether it’s your first time or fifteenth. Metroid Prime Remastered isn’t technically a ground-up remake, but the GameCube classic has had…
The best home theatre systems (or home theater systems, if you’re in the US) can truly transform your entertainment experience, making a significant difference when it comes to watching films and TV shows. Whether you’ve struggled to hear dialogue in the past or found that the sound just didn’t live up to the visual experience, a quality home theatre system can change all of that. Imagine going from barely catching a whisper to hearing every word with crisp, spatial clarity, as if your ears had just been unblocked for the very first time. Add to that the immersive feeling of…
Apps are big business and one of the main reasons for the success of iOS and Apple’s ubiquitous phone. Android may shift more units than Apple’s mobile platform, but the App Store gets the lion’s share of the best free apps, from high-end audio tools through to cutting-edge education offerings. So welcome to our guide to the best free iPhone and iPad apps. But what can you get when unwilling to spend anything at all? Actually, loads; as our selection shows, iOS and iPadOS apps are available for all manner of tasks, from sprucing up photos and composing music to keeping…
AI can help you draft emails in seconds, but that doesn’t mean you should always use it. Some emails benefit from automation, while others demand a human touch. Knowing when to let AI take the reins—and when to type it yourself—can make all the difference. 1 AI Is Probably Fine for Simple Emails For emails on the simpler side, such as quick logistical messages, AI is almost certainly fine to use to write your reply. If creativity and critical thinking aren’t required in your writing, using AI probably won’t hurt your output. For example, you might try a simple prompt…
Buying a used smart TV can feel like a treasure hunt. However, it doesn’t have to be, so I run these checks to avoid the costly mistake of buying a faulty smart TV. 1 Inspect the Screen for Dead Pixels or Burn-In The screen is the heart of any TV, so this is where you should start. Begin by powering on the TV and displaying a solid color image—white, black, red, green, and blue are good options. You can find test patterns on YouTube or use a USB drive with test images. Look closely for dead pixels, which appear as…
Summary ChatGPT can help create basic budget templates but may struggle with complex calculations and insights. It lacks real-time integration with financial accounts and risks privacy concerns when handling sensitive data. Despite limitations, ChatGPT can offer insights, savings plans, and spending trends through plain English prompts. ChatGPT has many amazing features, but did you know you can use it as a personal budgeting tool? My ChatGPT personal budgeting tool has income tracking, savings plans, and spending insights—but also highlights some of the limitations of using AI. How I Prompted ChatGPT to Create a Budget Template ChatGPT is renowned for its…