Moe Long
There are several media server software options. From Madsonic and Subsonic to Plex and Emby, it’s easy to cobble together a do-it-yourself Netflix and even Spotify experience. While tons of options exist, Plex remains one of the most popular software alternatives. Check out the best Plex client devices 2018 to … read more
Although streaming, both legally and illicitly, continues gaining popularity, downloading persists as a primary means of content aggregation. While Usenet remains a tenured service, BitTorrent stands as the go-to for downloading movies, TV shows, music, and more. Check out the best torrent sites in 2018! Top torrent sites in 2018: … read more
Plex ranks as one of our favorite media server software options here at htpcBeginner. It’s intuitive to set up while boasting a bevy of features for home theatre buffs. Now, Plex furthers its foray into the media center space with its Winamp-esque music player. With Plexamp released, there’s a Plex … read more
With its forthcoming Disney streaming service, as well as ESPN-branded sports streaming offering, Disney continues to dominate. Now, the hugely popular company further changes the entertainment industry. In a massive deal worth over $52 billion in stock, a Disney Fox merger lets Disney buy 21st Century Fox. [Read: 5 Best … read more
WeTek is an awesome hardware manufacturer. Its WeTek Play 2 is a sweet set top box which delivers an excellent streaming media plus live TV and DVR experience. Since the WeTek runs Android, and a tablet-optimized version of Android, it’s ideal for gaming as well as streaming video and music … read more
Amazon’s Fire TV devices rank among the best available streaming units. However, until recently, it was limited to the United States. But a Nov. 2017 announcement revealed the Fire TV Basic Edition. This forthcoming Fire TV device benefits from a worldwide release. But there it’s different from the U.S. Fire … read more
There are loads of smart speaker options, as well as smart artificial intelligence (AI) assistants. Now, UE graces its line of speakers with Alexa integration. The UE Blast and Megablast gain Alexa functionality in a major update. Because of this, the Megablast and Blast offer an affordable, stylish means of … read more
Digital movies, music, and television shows are incredibly popular. When it launched, iTunes included digital rights management (DRM) on its digital content. This prevented users from using files on any device, relegating playback to iTunes. Although DRM has since been lifted from iTunes music, it’s still hampering iTunes videos. Learn … read more
Don’t panic. Yet. But a major security flaw, KRACK, compromised Wi-Fi routers worldwide. As CNET reports, KRACK could cripple smart home Wi-Fi networks, slamming them the most. [Read: Security flaws found in Insteon and Wink smart home systems: What this means and what you can do] Wi-Fi exploit makes network … read more