With the increase in problematic media companies and owners, I look at the least problematic streaming services and home video options available.
Fox to buy Roku; also, a look at Roku alternatives
This week, Fox announced it’s buying streaming device/platform Roku. I take a look at the best Roku alternatives are available.
The top 10 US streaming services (2026 edition)
A look at the top 10 US-based paid streaming services. The usual suspects are here (Netflix, Hulu), along with… Crunchyroll?
A look at streaming services’ profile avatars (2026 edition)
I take a look at the current state of the major streaming services’ profile avatars/icons, to the best of my ability (as I don’t subscribe to many of them).
Apple 2026 WWDC keynote: AI continues unabated; also, what models are losing support under MacOS 27 and iOS 27?
Apple’s 2026 WWDC keynote left a lot to be desired, unless you like AI. Meanwhile, what models are losing support under MacOS 27 and iOS 27/iPadOS 27?
Why is there less hype for America’s 250th anniversary vs. the bicentennial?
As America celebrates its 250th birthday this year, I look at reasons why the hype for it pales in comparison to the 1976 bicentennial.
Pride Month streaming service content (2026 edition)
This year’s look at LGBTQ/Pride Month content on streaming services suggests things are a bit more muted versus last year?
June 2026 media picks and news
A look at media of interest for June 2026, including the World Cup, a new Supergirl movie, and a “Dastardly & Muttley” Blu-ray.
Hulu as a standalone service lives (for now)
For the time being, Disney’s decided to keep offering Hulu as a standalone service and app.
Plex triples its lifetime pass price to $750; also, a look at Plex alternatives
Plex has announced its lifetime pass price is tripling from $250 to $750 as of July 1. I look at Jellyfin, Emby, and Kodi as Plex alternatives.