Netflix has released the numbers of its global ISP Speed Index for April 2024. It's monthly updated data that gives an estimate of prime-time Netflix performance on a particular internet provider.
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Major streaming services such as Netflix and Disney Plus saw a drop in MAU and downloads. A report says there was a 4% aggregate decline across all video streaming services last month.
Spotify's lossless audio tier which was previously known as Spotify HiFi has been in development since first being announced in 2021, is reported to be arriving soon with a new name, Spotify Lossless.
A new report claims Disney+ will add a selection of 24/7 streaming channels to its on-demand video service, similar to other streaming services that have the same kind of interface.
Developer PocketPair released a very brief teaser trailer today to show off the upcoming Arena PvP mode for its surprise hit game Palworld. No release date was revealed during the trailer.
Discord ends its ad-free era with new personalized Quests promotions. However, you can quickly turn off the ads in a user's settings without the need for a subscription: this is how.
Netflix has reportedly reorganized its film division, separating films by genre and laying off some staff. The company is working to focus its creative efforts and cut costs amid economic uncertainty.
Dune: Part Two, is about to hit the streaming services in the upcoming weeks. However, a high-quality rip from an unknown source is already circulating online in the waters of internet piracy.
A new report claims Paramount Global and Comcast are engaged in talks that could result in the merging of the Paramount+ and Peacock streaming services, either as a partnership or a new joint venture.
Sony has confirmed that the Funimation amine-themed streaming service will shut down on April 2, 2024. Crunchyroll will include Funmation's library but it will also be raising its prices soon.
Twitch has reversed new policy changes allowing some artistic nudity in just two days, citing problems distinguishing digital art from explicit content and complaints from viewers.
Apple and Paramount are reportedly planning to offer Apple TV+ and Paramount+ streaming services as a combined bundle. The bundle is expected to cost less than buying both services separately.
NASA has launched its on-demand video streaming service NASA+. The streaming service available for Web, Android, iOS, and other platforms is free of charge and doesn't show any ads to the viewers.
Spotify's massive audiobook catalog of over 200,000 titles is now available in the US. Spotify Premium users will get a free monthly quota of 15 hours to listen to their preferred audiobooks.
Sony has acquired deep learning company iSIZE to enhance its video streaming capabilities with high-quality, low-bandwidth technologies as it expands its PlayStation cloud and mobile gaming platforms.
Netflix will be raising prices once again on both its Basic and Premium plans in the US. The basic plan will go up to $11.99 a month and the Premium plan will now be $22.99 a month
YouTube has started the rollout of a new watch page that displays news stories related to specific topics. The feature will be available in over 40 countries across the globe over time.
Netflix will drop some new anime surprises, announcements, and sneak peeks this week. The streaming giant will livestream its first-ever DROP 01 global virtual event on September 27.
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Disney+ is running a new promotional offer in the US that lets you buy its Basic with ads plan for a quarter of its regular $7.99/month cost. It's available for new and eligible returning subscribers.
Netflix is experiencing heightened sign-ups after it began its password-sharing crackdown in May in the US. The data is good for Netflix which is looking to increase revenues to keep investors happy.
Peacock is promoting Killing It amidst the Hollywood strike by offering Season 2 Episode 1 in 5 parts on TikTok. The comedy series premiered in July and is about a snail infestation.
It has been a decade since Netflix introduced the profiles feature. The feature lets users have a separate space where they can get personalized suggestions and maintain a watchlist.
Do you want to see what shows are on across all of your streaming platforms? If so, JustWatch is a great option that supports many services and can be used across a whole range of countries.
NASA is all set to launch a new streaming service called NASA which will arrive later this year with new series. The agency is also streamlining content and revamping the experience on its websites.
Comcast streaming service Peacock doubled paid subscribers year-over-year according to their quarterly earnings report. It gained 2 million paid subscribers in the 2nd quarter of 2023.
YouTube has increased the monthly and annual subscription price of its paid tier YouTube Premium. The individual Premium plan in the United States will now cost users $2 extra every month.
The premium streaming service says that its recent password-sharing fees are now live in over 100 countries, and they will be rolled out to almost all of Netflix's remaining markets starting today.
Logitech acquires Loupedeck, a content creator-focused company, expanding its product offering and strengthening its position in the industry. Loupedeck will operate as a separate brand.
The streaming service Peacock has increased the monthly price of its Premium and Premium Plus tiers. The updated pricing will cost users around $1-2 on top of what they are paying every month.
Netflix published its latest ISP speed index report for the month of June. As per the numbers, there are 12 countries and regions that have recorded the top-tier average speed of 3.6 Mbps.
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Netflix wants to run episodic ad campaigns to boost viewer engagement according to several ad bosses. Episodic ads could work well on Netflix as the platform could track the ads viewers have seen.
Netflix is reportedly working on a new golf tournament expected to be live-streamed on its platform this year. The tournament is expected to feature celebrities from some popular Netflix docuseries.
Discussions have begun within Amazon to develop a new tier for its Prime Video service, which would be supported by ads, as one of the many options for Amazon to increase advert-led revenue.
Vimeo said it's discontinuing streaming apps for various TV platforms, including Apple TV, Roku, and Amazon Fire TV. The change will come into effect later this month but users do have alternatives.
The final list of original TV shows and films that have been taken off Disney+ and Hulu includes Willow, Marvel's The Runaways, The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers, Y: The Last Man, and more.
Netflix has reported that its ad tier now has five million monthly active users. The company said it saw good engagement on the tier compared with other tiers and high levels of interest in it.
Disney announced during its earnings call yesterday that it will combine content from Disney+ and Hulu into a single app in the U.S. pretty soon. However, standalone apps will still be available.
Amazon is bringing over 100 original Prime Video TV shows and movies to its ad-supported streaming service Freevee. While some of them are already available, more titles are due in the coming months.