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Technology How to detect if Netflix is reducing your video quality
Netflix uses variable bitrate streaming that can downgrade picture quality to prevent buffering. This article explains how to access hidden diagnostic tools on different devices to see actual resolution and bitrate, and outlines hardware/software requirements for 4K playback.
Business Weekend Streaming Guide: 7 New Titles on Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, and More (J
This weekend (June 12-14) brings a diverse slate of new streaming releases, including the comedy-drama 'Alice and Steve' on Disney+, the romance series 'Every Year After' on Prime Video, and the return of 'Sweet Magnolias' season 5 on Netflix. Other highlights include 'It Ends with Us' on Hulu, Polish-language drama 'Proud' on HBO Max, horror film 'They Will Kill You' on HBO Max, and Netflix's World Cup talk show 'The Rest is Football'.
Technology Sony to Discontinue Streaming on 70+ Audio/Video Products
Sony has announced it will end support for several major streaming services, including Netflix, Spotify, Amazon Prime Video and Google Cast, on more than 70 of its audio-visual products. The change, effective November 7, 2026, affects soundbars, AV receivers, Blu-ray players and wireless speakers.
Technology Beeline's Whitelist VPN Restores Access to Netflix, Spotify in Russia
Beeline, a major Russian mobile provider, has launched a 'whitelist VPN' enabling access to Netflix and Spotify, bypassing Western boycotts. This service is free for Bee subscribers and complies with Russian regulations.