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The Digital Media ZoneEntertainment 2.0 #688 – More Ads in Streaming and the Future of Xbox Consoles
Amazon Prime Video is showing more ads and so is YouTube for Premium Lite subscribers. Apple tvOS is getting a glassy new look. The Marshall Heston 120, the company’s first entry into the soundbar marketplace, looks stunning. Xbox has announced changes to Windows on handheld devices, and it may be a sign of what’s to come for future Xbox consoles.
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Entertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZoneMore Ads in Streaming and the Future of Xbox Consoles
Amazon Prime Video is showing more ads and so is YouTube for Premium Lite subscribers. Apple tvOS is getting a glassy new look. The Marshall Heston 120, the company’s first entry into the soundbar marketplace, looks stunning. Xbox has announced changes to Windows on handheld devices, and it may be a sign of what’s to come for future Xbox consoles.
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...2025-06-191h 11The Digital Media ZoneEntertainment 2.0 #687 – Goodbye to Free Audiobooks and Hello to Gaming Laptops
Max is renamed again. Spotify simplifies buying audiobooks. You may lose access to free audiobooks. Sony improved the best ANC headphones, and there are new gaming laptops to lust after.
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‘HBO Max’ is Back After Warner Bros. Discovery...2025-05-2200 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZoneGoodbye to Free Audiobooks and Hello to Gaming Laptops
Max is renamed again. Spotify simplifies buying audiobooks. You may lose access to free audiobooks. Sony improved the best ANC headphones, and there are new gaming laptops to lust after.
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‘HBO Max’ is Back After Warner Bros. Discovery...2025-05-2251 minThe Digital Media ZoneEntertainment 2.0 #686 – Stand-alone ESPN Service and Onn 4k Plus Google TV Streamer
We know most of the details about the ESPN streaming service. Onn has a new Google TV streaming box. Spotify has new queue and playlist controls. Xbox is adding keyboard and mouse support to cloud gaming.
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ESPN’s streaming service will co...2025-05-1500 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZoneStand-alone ESPN Service and Onn 4k Plus Google TV Streamer
We know most of the details about the ESPN streaming service. Onn has a new Google TV streaming box. Spotify has new queue and playlist controls. Xbox is adding keyboard and mouse support to cloud gaming.
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ESPN’s streaming service will co...2025-05-1535 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZoneRoku Buys a Streaming Service and Xbox Raises Prices
YouTube continues to experiment with YouTube Premium pricing models. Roku is acquiring their first streaming service. Sonos and Ikea are breaking up, and Xbox raises prices across the board.
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YouTube is testing out a Premium plan you can share...2025-05-071h 01The Digital Media ZoneEntertainment 2.0 #685 – Roku Buys a Streaming Service and Xbox Raises Prices
YouTube continues to experiment with YouTube Premium pricing models. Roku is acquiring their first streaming service. Sonos and Ikea are breaking up, and Xbox raises prices across the board.
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YouTube is testing out a Premium plan you can share...2025-05-0700 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZoneNew Roku Streaming Sticks
There are new Roku Streaming Sticks coming soon. Max is giving you a legit way to share your account. You can snag the Google TV Streamer for the lowest price it has ever had. There is a new wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay adapter. Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are happening now!
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Subscribe via R...2025-04-2454 minThe Digital Media ZoneEntertainment 2.0 #684 – New Roku Streaming Sticks
There are new Roku Streaming Sticks coming soon. Max is giving you a legit way to share your account. You can snag the Google TV Streamer for the lowest price it has ever had. There is a new wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay adapter. Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are happening now!
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Subscribe via R...2025-04-2400 minThe Digital Media ZoneEntertainment 2.0 #683 – NVIDIA RTX 5060 Ti Reviews
NVIDIA announced and launched the RTX 5060 and RTX 5060 Ti cards this week. Razer has a new solution for streaming your PC games to your mobile device and it brings some impressive new features. Xbox is expanding where you can stream your own games. The PlayStation 5 is getting expensive in key markets.
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NVIDIA announced and launched the RTX 5060 and RTX 5060 Ti cards this week. Razer has a new solution for streaming your PC games to your mobile device and it brings some impressive new features. Xbox is expanding where you can stream your own games. The PlayStation 5 is getting expensive in key markets.
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Subscribe via RSSSubscribe via A...2025-04-1722 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZoneNintendo Switch 2
Plex has launched their new experience, and you should grab it even if you don’t have a Plex server. The AirFly Pro 2 is a Bluetooth dongle you’ll want to take to the gym and on every flight. We now have all the Nintendo Switch 2! Should you preorder one?
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Subscribe via RSSSubscribe via Apple PodcastsS...2025-04-1040 minThe Digital Media ZoneEntertainment 2.0 #682 – Nintendo Switch 2
Plex has launched their new experience, and you should grab it even if you don’t have a Plex server. The AirFly Pro 2 is a Bluetooth dongle you’ll want to take to the gym and on every flight. We now have all the Nintendo Switch 2! Should you preorder one?
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Subscribe via RSSSubscribe via Apple PodcastsS...2025-04-1000 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZonePlex Pass Price Propulsion
Plex is increasing the cost of Plex Pass, and we actually feel pretty ok about it! We explain why it matters that Netflix is now supporting HDR10+. NBC is retaining the Olympics rights. Apple is bringing new features to their most expensive headphones in the most Apple way they could. Auracast is getting closer to reality in Android. Xbox has a new adaptive joystick.
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https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/mgym75rp244afx6s/ent...2025-03-271h 11The Digital Media ZoneEntertainment 2.0 #681 – Plex Pass Price Propulsion
Plex is increasing the cost of Plex Pass, and we actually feel pretty ok about it! We explain why it matters that Netflix is now supporting HDR10+. NBC is retaining the Olympics rights. Apple is bringing new features to their most expensive headphones in the most Apple way they could. Auracast is getting closer to reality in Android. Xbox has a new adaptive joystick.
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https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/mgym75rp244afx6s/ent...2025-03-2700 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZoneOur Favorite Movies and Shows and Sonos Nixes Video
A listener asked us what our favorite shows and movies are, and we couldn’t resist diving into it! On the news side, Sonos nixed their video device. Google Chromecast has been broken for days. Pocket Casts is getting more free. According to insiders, Xbox has a handheld coming this year. But what does that actually mean?
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Subscribe to the Show2025-03-1359 minThe Digital Media ZoneEntertainment 2.0 #680 – Our Favorite Movies and Shows and Sonos Nixes Video
A listener asked us what our favorite shows and movies are, and we couldn’t resist diving into it! On the news side, Sonos nixed their video device. Google Chromecast has been broken for days. Pocket Casts is getting more free. According to insiders, Xbox has a handheld coming this year. But what does that actually mean?
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Subscribe to the Show2025-03-1300 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZoneDirecTV Genre Packs and AMD Radeon RX 9070
DirecTV Genre Packs could shake up the streaming television marketplace. YouTube Premium Lite is now official in the United States. SportsCenter+ brings a new version of the hit show to a surprising location. Technics AZ100 are premium new earbuds with a feature no other earbuds have. The MSI Claw 8 AI+ is here and is greatly improved over the previous generation. The AMD Radeon RX 9070 has arrived and it’s giving NVIDIA the competition it has needed for years!
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Click here t...2025-03-0733 minThe Digital Media ZoneEntertainment 2.0 #679 – DirecTV Genre Packs and AMD Radeon RX 9070
DirecTV Genre Packs could shake up the streaming television marketplace. YouTube Premium Lite is now official in the United States. SportsCenter+ brings a new version of the hit show to a surprising location. Technics AZ100 are premium new earbuds with a feature no other earbuds have. The MSI Claw 8 AI+ is here and is greatly improved over the previous generation. The AMD Radeon RX 9070 has arrived and it’s giving NVIDIA the competition it has needed for years!
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Click here t...2025-03-0700 minThe Digital Media ZoneEntertainment 2.0 #678 – YouTube Premium Lite and Hue Sync
YouTube Premium Lite may soon be coming to the US. You no longer need an expensive dedicated box to sync your Hue lights with your television. Max won’t charge you extra to watch sports and live news unless you’re on the Standard plan. Channels 6.2 has two great new features for Apple TV and iOS. Lenovo’s Legion Go S improves over the previous model in some ways, but were they able to find the right balance with it?
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Click he...2025-02-2800 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZoneYouTube Premium Lite and Hue Sync
YouTube Premium Lite may soon be coming to the US. You no longer need an expensive dedicated box to sync your Hue lights with your television. Max won’t charge you extra to watch sports and live news unless you’re on the Standard plan. Channels 6.2 has two great new features for Apple TV and iOS. Lenovo’s Legion Go S improves over the previous model in some ways, but were they able to find the right balance with it?
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Click he...2025-02-2854 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZoneA Sonos Video Streamer?
Apple TV finally comes to Android phones and tablets. People spend more time watching YouTube on televisions than on mobile devices. Sonos is planning to build a video streaming device. Reviewers have used most of the Nvidia GeForce 5000 series cards. Should you buy one? With Forza coming to PS5, what does that mean for the future of Xbox?
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Subscribe to th...2025-02-211h 19The Digital Media ZoneEntertainment 2.0 #677 – A Sonos Video Streamer?
Apple TV finally comes to Android phones and tablets. People spend more time watching YouTube on televisions than on mobile devices. Sonos is planning to build a video streaming device. Reviewers have used most of the Nvidia GeForce 5000 series cards. Should you buy one? With Forza coming to PS5, what does that mean for the future of Xbox?
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Subscribe to th...2025-02-2100 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZoneBuying eBooks Locally and Spotify’s Superfan Tier
Fubo follows YouTube TV’s playbook and is raising the cost of its subscription streaming TV service. The Apple Sports app makes discovering the network airing your favorite team’s game easier. Spotify and UMG may be working to create a new tier of music streaming services. Xbox is signaling an important shift in their gaming strategy while Sony tries to sell more PlayStation 5 consoles. There is finally a place to buy eBooks and still support your local bookstores, and it’s Bookshop.org.
Join us most weeks for the live recording of Entertainment 2.0 on Wednesday evenings at 8:30 pm...2025-01-3037 minThe Digital Media ZoneEntertainment 2.0 #676 – Buying eBooks Locally and Spotify’s Superfan Tier
Fubo follows YouTube TV’s playbook and is raising the cost of its subscription streaming TV service. The Apple Sports app makes discovering the network airing your favorite team’s game easier. Spotify and UMG may be working to create a new tier of music streaming services. Xbox is signaling an important shift in their gaming strategy while Sony tries to sell more PlayStation 5 consoles. There is finally a place to buy eBooks and still support your local bookstores, and it’s Bookshop.org.
Join us most weeks for the live recording of Entertainment 2.0 on Wednesday evenings at 8:30 pm...2025-01-3000 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZonePlex Updates, MySports, and Game Assist
Plex is following through on their promises from last fall. DirecTV is launching MySports in the wake of Venu Sports’ demise. Netflix is doing so well, so why are they raising prices again? YouTube Premium now allows higher bitrate audio. Xbox is adding support for gargantuan hard drives and a useful widget to the Xbox Game Bar on Windows.
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Subscri...2025-01-2340 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZoneVenu is dead and Switch 2 is Alive
Disney is merging Hulu Live TV with Fubo, but Venu Sports is still dead. You’re going to be able to stream the Super Bowl in 4k for free! Sonos has fired its CEO and others from the C-suite. The Nintendo Switch 2 was announced in a very weird way. We also recap some of the biggest gaming news from CES, including the Nvidia 5000 series RTX chips, the Lenovo Legion Go S, and the Acer Nitro Blaze 11.
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Click here to downloa...2025-01-1755 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZoneCES 2025 TVs and Headphones
It’s CES, and Richard is on the ground in Las Vegas! On this show, we’re discussing the best TVs and headphones that were shown at the show. There were also some other notable announcements, including Gemini on Google TV and a new HDMI standard. And we had to wrap up by asking about the other cool things Richard has seen across the show floor.
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https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/c27rv3yct8f6...2025-01-101h 05Entertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZoneA Deep Dive into Our Entertainment Centers
We’re finishing the year with a special episode. This week we discussed all the devices we use in our entertainment centers, cars, and on the road, to consume our favorite movies, music, shows, and games. We also dove into the services and content sources we use.
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Subscribe via RSSSubscribe via Apple PodcastsSubscribe via Google...2025-01-0154 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZoneLG’s New QNED TVs Receiving Last Year’s OLED Killer Feature
LG is bringing one of the best features of last year’s OLED TVs to this year’s LED TVs. Unfortunately, LG is also ceasing production of 4k Blu-ray players. YouTube TV got a massive price increase. Lenovo is set to shake up the handheld gaming PC marketplace at CES.
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Subscribe via RSSSubscribe via Apple PodcastsS...2024-12-2450 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZoneTime to Migrate Your Channels DVR
Channels DVR is ending support for the NVIDIA Shield TV. MAX is launching 24/7 live-streams. CNBC has created their own streaming service. Time is running out to get your refund for Spotify Car Thing. Xbox is enabling people to stream their owned games from a console.
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Subscribe via RSSSubscribe via Apple PodcastsSubscribe via Google PodcastsSubscribe via Spoti...2024-12-1354 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZonePlex’s New App & Spotify Audiobook Additions
Plex has released their new app. Sling is raising prices. Spotify is making it easier to find what you’ve recently listened to. They are adding more audiobooks and adding features to the audiobook experience. Reviews are in for the Sonos Arc Ultra. The PlayStation Portal can finally stream games from the cloud. Lastly, we have even more Black Friday deals for you!
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https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/ww6b98rtbiey2brs/ent20-e...2024-11-271h 12Entertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZoneAmazon Mini-LED Fire TV Omni
Amazon is shuttering Freevee and introducing a new line of Fire TVs. Josh is excited about the first Android 16 Developer Preview. Amazon Music Unlimited is adding audiobooks from Audible. How does it stack up against Spotify’s similar offering? Now, you can stream games you’ve purchased in Xbox Cloud Gaming.
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Subscribe via RSSSubscribe via Apple...2024-11-2238 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZoneNintendo Music and Important Switch 2 Details
Netflix is giving up on interactive content. Nintendo made an ingenious music streaming app, and you’ll love the price. We don’t know much about the Nintendo Switch successor yet, but we just learned one important detail. Plus, we have some amazing early Black Friday deals to share.
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Subscribe via RSSSubscribe via Apple PodcastsSubscribe via Googl...2024-11-0857 minThe Digital Media ZoneEntertainment 2.0 #666 – Spooky Spectacular
Who would have thought when we started this show 16 years ago that we’d just so happen to be able to release episode 666 on the most evil night of the year!? Josh and Richard couldn’t let this amazing coincidence pass by without using it to create a special episode. Settle in as the guys talk about their favorite Halloween-related media! They talk about some of their favorite scary movies, books, music, and games, along with their spooky Halloween media traditions.
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Cl...2024-10-3100 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZoneSpooky Spectacular
Who would have thought when we started this show 16 years ago that we’d just so happen to be able to release episode 666 on the most evil night of the year!? Josh and Richard couldn’t let this amazing coincidence pass by without using it to create a special episode. Settle in as the guys talk about their favorite Halloween-related media! They talk about some of their favorite scary movies, books, music, and games, along with their spooky Halloween media traditions.
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Cl...2024-10-3140 minThe Digital Media ZoneEntertainment 2.0 #665 – Amazon Kindle Colorsoft
First, Josh and Richard review their experience with the Onn Google TV 4k Pro and talk about it’s capabilities as a smart speaker. Google is releasing “Hold close to cast” for some devices. Xbox has a new version of the Xbox Wireless Headset. Amazon announces a new line of all their Kindle devices, including the Kindle Colorsoft, their first color e-ink e-reader.
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https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/iaamzmi4r3fii6a3/ent20-episo...2024-10-2900 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZoneAmazon Kindle Colorsoft
First, Josh and Richard review their experience with the Onn Google TV 4k Pro and talk about it’s capabilities as a smart speaker. Google is releasing “Hold close to cast” for some devices. Xbox has a new version of the Xbox Wireless Headset. Amazon announces a new line of all their Kindle devices, including the Kindle Colorsoft, their first color e-ink e-reader.
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https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/iaamzmi4r3fii6a3/ent20-episo...2024-10-2951 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZoneYouTube, Get Off My Channels Lawn
Amazon has a new Fire TV Stick HD. It’s feature-packed and costs less than you expect. YouTube is adding features across all the ways we use the service. Sonos announced the Arc Ultra, a new high-end soundbar, and Sub 4.
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Plex gives you the ability to rate and review movies and shows. Apple TV Plus is coming to Amazon’s Prime Video, and we’re here to answer what that actually means. LG is finally adding Chromecast support to older televisions. Xbox Cloud Gaming may soon allow you to stream games you’ve purchased.
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Subscribe v...2024-10-1541 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZonePlex Shifts Focus to Movies and TV
Plex is shifting its focus to movies and TV. What does that mean for photos and music? Ads in Prime Video are going so well (for Amazon) that they are adding more! The Pixel Buds Pro 2 support Auracast! Spotify made it far easier to enjoy your favorite music when you’re suddenly offline.
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DirecTV is acquiring Dish Network, Sonos is attempting to rebuild trust, Spotify has a new AI playlist generator, SteelSeries announces gaming earbuds, and Meta announces the Meta Quest 3S.
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DirecTV to acquire rival Dish Network for $1, subject to re...2024-10-0355 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZoneShould You Buy the Google TV Streamer
It’s arrived! So this week, we discuss if you should buy the Google TV Streamer. Roku also announced the new Roku Ultra. YouTube is bringing even more ads to the television experience. Bose released a new version of the QuietComfort Earbuds, and Steam Families is a new and easy way to share a Steam PC game library with your whole family.
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Sub...2024-09-2554 minThe Digital Media ZoneEntertainment 2.0 #659 – Predicting Next-Gen Video Game Consoles
This week, Josh is joined by Joe DeStazio to examine how the history of video game generations may guide the future. A lot has changed over the last two generations, and the guys wonder if we might be in for a major shake-up.
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Sh...2024-09-1800 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZonePredicting Next-Gen Video Game Consoles
This week, Josh is joined by Joe DeStazio to examine how the history of video game generations may guide the future. A lot has changed over the last two generations, and the guys wonder if we might be in for a major shake-up.
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Panasonic is back in the high-end television game with the Z95A OLED TV. The Philips Hue Sync Box 8K brings immersive lighting to your television and next-gen gaming sessions. Sony announced the PlayStation 5 Pro at an eye-watering price!
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T...2024-09-1248 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZoneWhen DirecTV Fights Disney Viewers Lose
DirecTV is trying to change how video providers pay for content, but viewers can’t watch Disney or ESPN because of the fight. ESPN has solved the complicated problem of finding where to watch your favorite team. Apple is playing hardball with volume controls. The Razer Wolverine V3 Pro might be the best Xbox controller of all time!
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Subscri...2024-09-0558 minThe Digital Media ZoneEntertainment 2.0 #656 – Can’t Wait for the Turtle Beach Stealth 700
Fubo blocks sports stream Venu. The JBL Tour Pro 3 earbuds are packed with features including Auracast. The Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Gen 3 headset looks exactly like what Josh has been waiting for. You can pre-order the latest Xbox game consoles.
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Show Notes...2024-08-2800 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZoneCan’t Wait for the Turtle Beach Stealth 700
Fubo blocks sports stream Venu. The JBL Tour Pro 3 earbuds are packed with features including Auracast. The Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Gen 3 headset looks exactly like what Josh has been waiting for. You can pre-order the latest Xbox game consoles.
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Show Notes...2024-08-2850 minThe Digital Media ZoneEntertainment 2.0 #655 – Google TV Streamer
Is the newly announced Google TV Streamer the replacement to Chromecast and NVIDIA SHIELD that we’ve been longing for? Venu Sports, the soon-to-launch live sports video streaming service, finally has a price. Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ are all about to receive price increases. The sloppy roll-out of the new Sonos app has deeper repercussions than we knew. Richard has also been testing the new SwitchBot Universal Remote.
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Is the newly announced Google TV Streamer the replacement to Chromecast and NVIDIA SHIELD that we’ve been longing for? Venu Sports, the soon-to-launch live sports video streaming service, finally has a price. Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ are all about to receive price increases. The sloppy roll-out of the new Sonos app has deeper repercussions than we knew. Richard has also been testing the new SwitchBot Universal Remote.
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https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/i6d...2024-08-081h 16Entertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZoneHisense CanvasTV and Spotify Hifi’s Price
The Hisense CanvasTV beautifully looks like artwork when you’re not watching Netflix. You can now get the Disney+, Hulu, Max bundle. Spotify’s CEO has given us some hints about what to expect when the HiFi tier launches, including a price. The streaming audio company also returned unlimited lyric usage back to the free plan.
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We help Kyle find a soundbar. The Dallas Stars are starting a free video streaming service called Victory+ to air their hockey games. Redbox is shutting down. Sling TV is adding 4k content for free. Xbox is deeply discounting Xbox 360 games before closing the store.
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SkyDance is merging with Paramount and plans to make big changes to the streaming service. Amazon Fire TV and Sling both display ads when pausing content. Xbox is shaking up its Game Pass offerings while increasing prices. It’s a great time to pick up an Amazon Fire TV Stick 4k.
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Spotify is bringing back the previous prices, but you won’t like how they’re doing it. Tidal is standardizing their high-res and spatial audio formats. You can now play Xbox games on the Fire TV devices. Paramount Plus is offering a sweet deal before raising prices, while Verizon starts offering discounted streaming bundles.
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Subsc...2024-07-0353 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZoneCongratulations on Your Life
Apple announced useful new features for the Apple TV. Spotify is adding more personalization to the service. Jabra’s new Elite earbuds offer a charging case with an amazing new feature. Xbox finally had good news to celebrate. The Zotac Zone looks like an impressive competitor to the Steam Deck OLED.
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Max and Spotify are raising prices. Spotify is refunding Car Thing purchasers. The Asus Rog Ally X is quite the refresh for the portable gaming PC. Sony is releasing hardware to connect the PSVR2 to a PC, but of course it’s going to cost you. NVIDIA G-Assist brings AI assistance to PC gaming, but at what cost?
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Subscri...2024-06-0526 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZoneDark Days for Sonos
The mega sports streaming service launching later this year has a name. It’s Venu Sports. Comcast is bundling Netflix, Apple TV+, and Peacock for one low price. Sonos announced the Ace headphones and the Roam 2. Assassin’s Creed Shadows will launch on Mac. The Proteus is a new Xbox controller aimed at solving physical accessibility issues.
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Subsc...2024-05-2452 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZonePowerhouse Streaming Bundle
Disney, Hulu, and Max will soon be available in a bundle. Spotify is removing features from free users. The new Sonos app is a huge disappointment. WiiM has two new wireless audio streaming devices. Xbox shuttered multiple game studios. Xbox publishers are offering massive discounts on Xbox 360 before the store closes.
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We’re expecting Google to announce a successor to the Chromecast 4k with Google TV in a couple of weeks, but Walmart’s new Onn Pro Google TV may be an even more compelling streaming device. Peacock is raising its prices right before the service starts airing the summer Olympic Games. Sonos is about to launch a completely redesigned app.
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Subscribe...2024-05-0238 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZoneRoku Pro Series TVs, EA Play Price Increase, and Gamers Opt for Older Games
Disney+ has integrated Hulu into its platform, offering a combined content library with new subscription plans. Peacock is gRoku’s new Pro Series TVs, which are available now. EA is increasing the price of the EA Play game subscription service. Gamers are spending most of their time playing older games.
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Disney+ has integrated Hulu into its platform, offering a combined content library with new subscription plans. Peacock is gearing up to provide extensive and interactive coverage of the 2024 Paris Olympics, promising over 5,000 hours of live action with enhanced viewing options. Meanwhile, Xbox Cloud Gaming is expanding its accessibility by introducing mouse and keyboard support for select games.
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S...2024-03-2824 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZoneYouTube’s TV Redesign
YouTube is making a divisive change to the playback experience on TV devices. Spotify is trying its hand at music videos. Sony’s bet at virtual reality with the PS VR2 doesn’t appear to be working out.
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YouTube player redesign...2024-03-2135 minEntertainment 2.0 from The Digital Media ZoneEntertainment 2.0 #642 – Tidal Does the Unimaginable
Apple TV+ is adding movies to the video streaming service for no additional cost. Tidal is simplifying its hi-fi audio streaming service and actually reducing the cost! Spotify announces a new audiobook-focused plan. Microsoft announces a new tool to make it easier for game developers to implement super resolution.
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The LG C4 and G4 OLED TVs will be available next month, and now we know how much they’ll cost. Changes have been announced to how DRM in ATSC 3.0 can be handled by DVR manufacturers, which could finally bring the 4k OTA TV to your home network. Nvidia GeForce Now is showing ads on the free tier. Xbox Cloud Gaming may soon support cloud-based streaming of your entire library of games.
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Walmart is buying Vizio, and it’s not about TV hardware. Amazon Prime Video hid that they are now charging for Dolby Vision and Atmos. Disney Movie Club is ending. Auracast is coming to more devices, and Xbox is clarifying their strategy.
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ESPN, Warner, and Fox Sports are combining efforts to make a sports streaming powerhouse. You can now rent movies from Plex. YouTube TV finally allows you to choose which sports events to watch in Multiview. Microsoft may put AAA exclusives on PlayStation. Is the internet justified in freaking out?
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ESPN, Warner, and Fox Sports are combining efforts to make a sports streaming powerhouse. You can now rent movies from Plex. YouTube TV finally allows you to choose which sports events to watch in Multiview. Microsoft may put AAA exclusives on PlayStation. Is the internet justified in freaking out?
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The Apple Vision Pro won’t have native apps for Netflix, YouTube, or Spotify. Netflix will air Monday Night Raw live. Plex aims to offer paid movies and TV. RTX 4070 Ti Super reviewed.
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Netflix Confirms it Won’t Have an App fo...2024-01-2500 minThe Digital Media ZoneEntertainment 2.0 #636 – CES 2024
This week, the guys talk about all the biggest news from CES. They start with the latest TVs from LG, Samsung, Hisense, and TCL. Before covering traditional headphones from Sennheiser and JLab, they discuss a device that could be a game changer for people with hearing loss. Samsung also announced the Music Frame. MSI jumps into portable gaming with the MSI Claw. And Apple tried to steal the spotlight by announcing shipping details for the Apple Vision Pro.
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Companies are releasing more and more news ahead of CES this year. Roku is debuting new premium televisions. LG dropped details about their 2024 OLED TVs. Samsung announced three new OLED gaming monitors. Josh and Richard also give some of their predictions for this space in 2024.
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This week, we look back at our favorites of 2023. We discuss our favorite TV shows, movies, albums, and video games. We also talk about the news highlights and trends from the year.
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YouTube is going to reduce the frequency of ads, but it’s going to make them longer. YouTube TV is finally adding a shortcut to viewing the last channel you viewed. Google Podcasts has a migration tool. Xbox Cloud Gaming is on Meta Quest VR headsets.
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Apple TV devices have received a new TV app with a redesigned UI. Disney is testing a beta version of its Disney+ app that adds Hulu as a main category. The annual gaming expo E3 has been canceled for the third year in a row, signaling the end of an era for the industry. Xbox hinted at an ad-supported model for cloud gaming in some markets.
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Apple TV devices have received a new TV app with a redesigned UI. Disney is testing a beta version of its Disney+ app that adds Hulu as a main category. The annual gaming expo E3 has been canceled for the third year in a row, signaling the end of an era for the industry. Xbox hinted at an ad-supported model for cloud gaming in some markets.
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Apple TV devices have received a new TV app with a redesigned UI. Disney is testing a beta version of its Disney+ app that adds Hulu as a main category. The annual gaming expo E3 has been canceled for the third year in a row, signaling the end of an era for the industry. Xbox hinted at an ad-supported model for cloud gaming in some markets.
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Hulu as a main category. The annual gaming expo E3 has been canceled for the third year in a row, signaling the end of an era for the industry. Xbox hinted at an ad-supported model for cloud gaming in some markets.
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Show Links...2023-12-1300 minThe Digital Media ZoneEntertainment 2.0 #631 – Aggressive Controller User
Walmart is selling a new Google TV streaming stick for an unbelievable price. The WiiM Amp outdoes the Sonos Amp for less than half the price. You can now play PC Game Pass games on Nvidia GeForce Now. YouTube announces Playables, a way to play simple games in the YouTube app.
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Josh is finally back to cover the latest consumer entertainment tech news with Richard! On this week’s show, they discuss Max removing features from grandfathered plans, Amazon placing even more advertisements into the Fire TV interface, and Apple TV Plus’ big price increases. In the audio news, Spotify allows premium subscribers to listen to audiobooks. On the gaming front, the Meta Quest 3 is available now, and the Steam Deck OLED fixes many of the issues with the original portable gaming PC.
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...2023-11-1700 minThe Digital Media ZoneEntertainment 2.0 #629 – Video Industry Changes with Gavin Campbell
We’re at something of a tipping point in the video industry as Charter discontinues cable boxes for its Spectrum TV service, Best Buy plans to stop selling physical video media, and YouTube and Netflix vie to dominate the streaming space. The HomeTech Podcast’s Gavin Campbell joins Richard again to run through this news and catch you up on what’s happening in their entertainment centers.
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Windows Media Center is poised to make an unexpected return, but not in the way you’d expect. Tablo is launching a new OTA DVR. CNN is taking another stab at a streaming news service. Marshall brings Bluetooth LE Audio to their new earbuds. Sony’s PlayStation Portal seems too limited. Razer launched the Edge’s advanced controller as a stand-alone product in the Kishi v2 Pro.
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After raising prices for non-Amazon Prime subscribers earlier this year, Amazon has increased the subscription fee for Amazon Music Unlimited for Prime subscribers. Microsoft has made cloud gaming concessions in hopes of appeasing the UK CMA. It’s causing a snag with Microsoft’s previous agreement with the EU, though. Lastly, the Xbox 360 store will close next year, but we’ve got tips on how you can continue to play your favorite games.
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https://mcd...2023-08-2300 minThe Digital Media ZoneEntertainment 2.0 #625 – Who Needs Enhanced 1080p?
Disney Plus and Hulu are raising prices. YouTube added an enhanced 1080p format. YouTube is getting multiview streaming from YouTube TV. Younify aggregates the streaming shows you’re actually watching across services. You can now listen to Patreon podcasts in Spotify. Microsoft is selling replacement parts for Xbox controllers.
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Microsoft’s fight with the FTC is over, clearing the path to negotiations with the UK’s CMA. Netflix simplified account switching. Plex lays off 20% more of their staff. Tidal switches to FLAC while raising prices.
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You can now move your...2023-07-1200 minThe Digital Media ZoneEntertainment 2.0 #622 – Spotify HiFi Price
The Netflix password-sharing crackdown is working. YouTube TV now lets you view multiple streams simultaneously, even if they aren’t sports. The Spotify HiFi price may not be as competitive as we hoped. Microsoft is raising prices on the Xbox Series X in most places and Game Pass everywhere. Meta has a new game subscription service that could benefit the entire VR ecosystem.
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Sub...2023-06-2900 minThe Digital Media ZoneEntertainment 2.0 #621 – Apple Vision Pro
Apple officially unveiled the Vision Pro, their entry into the world of augmented reality. YouTube TV has a few new fixes we’ve been waiting for. The Meta Quest 3 looks to improve on the market-leading stand-alone VR headset. Western Digital now offers speedy Xbox expansion cards. 8BitDo is launching a new fighting stick for Xbox and PC.
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Subscribe to the Show2023-06-0800 minThe Digital Media ZoneEntertainment 2.0 #620 – I Am NOT Paying for YouTube. Period.
Netflix has started cracking down on people who share their passwords. Comcast has a new live TV streaming service. YouTube is adding unskippable 30-second ads, and the only legit alternative is problematic. Sony announced a new handheld gaming device, but they haven’t made a good case for it yet.
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Netflix is killing off its DVD business while making important improvements to its ad-supported tier. Google TV is getting updates to help it run better on low-power devices. Walmart launched a new Google TV streaming box. YouTube Music added podcasts. UK’s antitrust regulator blocked Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard.
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HBO Max and Discovery+ are combining as one service named Max. Google TV is adding over 800 free channels to their TV guide. YouTube has announced pricing details for the NFL Sunday Ticket. The ASUS ROG Ally looks like the best Steam Deck competitor yet. E3 was canceled, but will it ever return? Kobo’s new subscription service fills in the holes left by Kindle Unlimited.
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Diamond Sports Group, owners of Bally Sports, are struggling to stay afloat. What does that mean if Bally broadcasts your favorite sports team? YouTube TV is increasing prices again, but it’s not all bad news this time. Spotify still hasn’t launched its HiFi plan yet. Why not? Josh also played with Spotify DJ. Ubisoft is the latest major video game publisher to announce they won’t officially be at E3.
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https://mcdn.podbea...2023-03-2800 minThe Digital Media ZoneEntertainment 2.0 #616 – Now Would Be a Good Time
A new app called March Madness Live is giving you the ability to watch multiple college basketball games at the same time. We have all the information you need to ensure you don’t miss a single game. Roku has released a new version of their streaming software that focuses on live news, sports, and what you want to watch next. Apple is finally launching the classical music streaming app. Sony is making more ridiculous claims about Microsoft. Eating a chicken sandwich could get you early access to Diablo IV. Microsoft won’t have a booth at E3.
Joi...2023-03-1600 minThe Digital Media ZoneEntertainment 2.0 #615 – Big as a 4-Slice Toaster
Sony unveils their latest televisions, including the new Sony A95L QD-OLED. Movies Anywhere is removing one of their most unique features. Sonos announced the Era 300 and Era 100 speakers.
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Sony QD-OLED TV Amps Up Brightness, Tones Down Reflections – CNETMov...2023-03-0900 minThe Digital Media ZoneEntertainment 2.0 #614 – Your Taste Profile
Plex will automatically skip the end credits of movies and TV shows in your personal media collection. Spotify is allowing you to partially train their algorithm. YouTube Music is giving you greater control over custom radio stations. Microsoft is bringing their games to Nvidia GeForce Now.
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Subscribe via RSSSubscribe via Apple PodcastsSubscribe via Google PodcastsSubscribe via Spoti...2023-02-2300 minThe Digital Media ZoneEntertainment 2.0 #610 – CES 2023 Gaming Tech
Josh is back to recap the biggest gaming tech news from CES 2023. Razer and Alienware have the most interesting new gaming laptops. Samsung has a couple of absolutely ludicrous computer monitors. Alienware and Asus ROG are competing in the refresh rate arms race. Razer unveils their portable game streaming handheld. PlayStation announced an accessible PS5 controller in Project Leonardo.
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Subscribe to the Show2023-01-0700 minThe Digital Media ZoneEntertainment 2.0 #609 – CES 2023 TVs and Audio
The start of a new year means a plethora of announcements from across the technology space at CES! Josh and Richard are covering the show a little differently this year, and they’re podcasting about it differently, too. In this episode, they talk about the biggest and most interesting television and audio product announcements. There will be a separate podcast episode featuring gaming technology announcements.
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Home: On - a DIY home automation podcast from The Digital Media ZoneHome: On #135 – Familiar Voices
Adam Miarka
Jimmy Hawkins
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Josh Pollard
We have a terrific lineup of guests for this long-overdue episode, and we’re talking with each of them about projects they’ve been taking on while hunkering down this Spring for COVID. For some, it’s Spring cleaning time—for others, it’s an opportunity to test out some new products! What have you been getting into during this time at home? Send us a message or leave a comment, below. We’d love to know!
Listen to...2020-05-2255 minHome: On - a DIY home automation podcast from The Digital Media ZoneHome: On #132 – CES Wrap-up, with Josh Pollard
We’re finally over our CES hangover, so it’s high time to wrap up our CES thoughts and put a bow on ’em. The DMZ’s Josh Pollard joins us to review the smart home products we took most interest in at CES 2020, including some vendor interviews and our favorite picks.
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Did you like it? Please rate it in Apple Podcasts or on Stitche...2020-01-2800 minHome: On - a DIY home automation podcast from The Digital Media ZoneHome: On #112 – Google’s Home, with Josh Pollard
Richard looks back at last month’s Smart Kitchen Summit, TiVo starts rolling out some smart home features to customers, and Josh Pollard joins us to share his thoughts on some of Google’s new Home product, and he updates us on what’s going on these days in his smart home.
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Home: On - a DIY home automation podcast from The Digital Media ZoneHome: On #100 – The Hundredth One, with Josh PollardCan you believe we’ve done this one hundred times now? So of course I invited Josh Pollard back to reminisce about the last four and a half years of Home: On and the smart home industry at large. We also talk a little bit about what’s ahead. Spoilers: I’m looking for a new job!
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