As Peacock turns five, I look back at the streaming service’s history, from getting WWE rights to losing Hallmark rights.
Tech
Various tech topics, including digital media, streaming services, blogging, and diversity issues.
HBO Max turns five
On HBO Max’s fifth anniversary, I look at what’s changed since the service’s 2020 launch, and its current and future status.
Apple 2025 WWDC keynote: A change to Apple’s OS naming; also, devices dropped by iOS 26/MacOS 26
Apple’s 2025 WWDC keynote brings the usual update news, as well as which devices are covered (and dropped) by MacOS 26, iPadOS 26, and iOS 26.
Pride Month streaming service content (2025 edition)
Pride Month is here, and as usual, various corporations are getting involved, despite some companies’ recent … Pride Month streaming service content (2025 edition)Read more
The 10 most watched Netflix cartoons (July to December 2024)
A look at the most-watched Netflix animated material from July to December 2024.
Max to change its name back to HBO Max
After several years of going by “Max,” the streaming service formerly known as HBO Max is changing its name to… HBO Max.
Disney to finally launch a standalone ESPN streaming service
After years of rumors and false starts, Disney is finally launching ESPN as a stand-alone streaming service.
Blog status update (May 2025): Meet the new category names, same as the old category names
In this month’s blog status update, I talk about why I’ve reverted category name changes from several years ago.
Microsoft hikes Xbox Series S and X console prices
Microsoft this week announced major price hikes on the Xbox Series S and X consoles, as well as games and accessories.
The top 10 US streaming services (2025 edition)
As usual, the most popular streaming services worldwide include old standbys Netflix and Amazon Prime Video.