XDA laid out four useful things to do with an old Fire TV Stick instead of tossing it. Seven apps we tested that turn an outdated Stick into something genuinely worth keeping.
Prime Video's Ride Or Die is number one in the US days after debut. Seven Android apps that track shows, unify watchlists, and surface Prime Video worth watching.
Eight desktop apps for cataloging your movie library in 2026, from Blu-ray shelves to Plex servers: Kodi, Jellyfin, Radarr, Ember, TinyMediaManager, MediaElch, My Movies, CLZ.
Eight K-drama apps for Android in 2026, ranked. Viki, Kocowa, Netflix, Viu, iQIYI, and more, with subtitle quality, free tiers, and the true release-week roster compared.
Absolute Wonder Woman shipped its 2026 Annual this month. Seven Android apps to read DC titles on your phone or tablet, from the official DC Universe Infinite to CBR/CBZ readers.
YT Zero strips YouTube down to a subscription feed. We picked seven desktop alternatives that also drop the algorithm and tracking.
XDA argued Amazon is slowly stripping what made the Fire TV Stick worth buying. Seven streaming devices that keep sideloading, a real remote, and clean home screens.
Sony is walling off the Crunchyroll store behind Mega Fan tiers. Seven Crunchyroll alternatives on Android for streaming anime without the paywall creep.
RioDrama serves 1-minute vertical dramas but the coin paywalls and daily ads add up. Seven RioDrama alternatives that keep the format and change the pricing.
Streaming apps for anime anthology and short-form films on Android: Netflix, Prime Video, Crunchyroll, Hidive, RetroCrush, Tubi and YouTube compared for anthologies like Memories.
Streaming apps for classic family drama TV on Android in 2026: Netflix, Prime Video, Peacock, Tubi, Pluto TV, Max and Disney+ compared for shows like Little House on the Prairie.
Blue Box is ending. Seven Android manga apps for sports fans, covering official licensed catalogues and open reader clients with the biggest sports series.
With Netflix, Sony, and Paramount reportedly circling Letterboxd, here are 7 movie tracking alternatives for desktop that keep your diary yours.
Little House on the Prairie hit Netflix's top 5 this month, proving classic TV drama demand is real. Eight Android streaming apps that specialize in vintage dramas.
Netflix is reportedly circling Letterboxd, which is a fine reason to think about where your Android watchlist lives. Seven movie tracking apps ranked.
Softonic tracked viewers hunting for legal streams of Argentina vs Switzerland and Norway vs England. Seven desktop sports streaming apps for football, MLB, NBA, NFL, tennis, and F1 in 2026.
The catalogue keeps shifting and the ad-free tier keeps getting pricier. Seven Netflix alternatives on Android worth putting on the home screen instead.
Google Earth VR shipped its last real update in 2018 and it shows. Here are 7 Google Earth VR alternatives for Windows SteamVR headsets, both VR and flat-desktop.
Netflix reportedly wants Letterboxd, which is a fine reason to think about where your watchlist lives. Seven movie tracking apps for Windows, macOS, and Linux ranked.
From the full Star Trek library to Foundation and Silo, these 8 desktop streaming apps cover every corner of modern sci-fi TV and film.
Seven Jellyfin plugins and companion apps for Windows, macOS, and Linux that give a self-hosted media server the polish of a paid service without a subscription.
From Apple TV+'s prestige comedy fifth season to Ali G on Peacock, these 8 desktop streaming apps cover every corner of streaming comedy TV and film.
Apple TV+ has prestige shows but a thin library. Here are 7 desktop streaming services with more depth, from Max to Peacock.
Polygon pointed at Pet Sematary on Pluto TV. Seven horror streaming apps for Windows and macOS that run the free classics and the subscription deep cuts.
Argentina vs Egypt this week has fans scrambling for a legal stream. These seven Android apps for live sports streaming cover the football, NFL, cricket, and F1 rights viewers actually watch.
TV Time shuts down on July 15, 2026. We tested seven TV and movie tracking apps for Android that let you export your data and keep watching lists safe.
Solo Leveling: Beyond the System is confirmed as a sequel movie. Seven iOS apps for reading manhwa legally, in the vertical scroll format the artists drew for.
House of the Dragon, Doctor Who, and the King of the Hill reboot all drop in the same window. Seven Android apps that keep the TV calendar sane.
Minions and Supergirl underperformed the Fourth of July weekend, but the summer slate is still crowded. Seven Android apps we use to catch cinema showtimes and lock tickets.
Ghost in the Shell is back and Cyberpunk Edgerunners 2 is next. Seven desktop apps that cover the mecha catalog from Mobile Suit Gundam to Trigger's newest.
Marvel and DC's release schedule is denser than ever. Seven Android apps we use to track new comic issues, pull lists, and Wednesday-morning shipments.
Frieren's season 3 wait is real. Seven Android apps that surface the seasonal chart, upcoming premieres, and where to watch every airing anime this quarter.
Anime Expo 2026 dropped Bleach, Persona 4 Revival, and Black Clover Season 2 news in one weekend. Seven anime convention planning apps for PC to keep every panel, badge, and vendor sorted.
Seven Android apps for reading manhwa and webtoons legally. Solo Leveling to Tower of God, in the format the artists actually drew.
The Android apps we actually use to track fantasy series, from House of the Dragon to The Wheel of Time, ranked for episode logging, watchlists, and calendars.
Android apps for planning Anime Expo, Otakon, Anime NYC, and every convention in between, ranked for schedules, maps, group chat, and logistics.
Track currently airing anime episodes with countdowns and per service notifications on Android using seven release calendar apps we tested in 2026.
Peacock has hit shows, but the ads on the entry plan and price hikes have pushed viewers to look at other streamers. Seven alternatives compared for desktop viewing.
Obsession is hitting digital. Eight horror movie streaming apps for Windows, macOS, and Linux that carry the genre staples plus the cult corners worth your time.
Japan's streaming market is the most surprising on the planet. Eight Android apps for streaming Japanese TV, anime, drama, and Hollywood titles in 2026.
Plex, Jellyfin, or both? These 7 Android apps for playing back your home media library cover the official clients, the better third-party players, and the picks for offline travel.
From The Bugle Call to Frieren, fantasy anime is the strongest genre on streaming. Eight Android apps for fantasy anime streaming in 2026, free and paid.
Polygon's Critic weekend-binge piece sent us hunting for The Simpsons writers' lost gem. Here are 7 desktop apps for streaming classic 90s animated shows.
Spider-Man's long-lost cousin debuts in Ravage 1000 this month. Here are 7 Android apps for reading Marvel comics, from Unlimited to sideloaded CBR libraries.
Brad Bird is begging Netflix subscribers to see Ray Gunn in a theatre, and movie ticket apps are getting fresh traffic. Seven Fandango alternatives on Android worth trying.
Desktop Mate's anime companion is a Steam hit, but it's not the only option. Seven Desktop Mate alternatives for PC across desktop pets, shimeji apps, and virtual companions.
Snowball Earth is back for a second season, and the spring sci-fi anime calendar is dense. These 7 desktop apps for sci-fi anime streaming cover Crunchyroll, HiDive, regional licensors, and the self-hosted angle.
TikTok's desktop site works, but the algorithm follows you home and the regulatory clock keeps ticking. Seven TikTok alternatives for desktop browsers and PC creator tools.
Cyberpunk Edgerunners 2 is teased for next week. These 7 sci-fi anime streaming apps for Android cover Crunchyroll, Netflix, free legal options, and the underrated catalogues.
Pluto TV is the default free streaming app, but the desktop experience leaves a lot on the table. We tested 7 Pluto TV alternatives on desktop for 2026.
Pluto TV's free movies and live channels keep getting trimmer, with ad loads creeping up. These seven Pluto TV alternatives cover Tubi, The Roku Channel, Plex, and more.
Plex's $750 lifetime price hike has self-hosters doubling down on the surrounding stack. We ranked 7 desktop companion apps that make a Plex server worth running.
An XDA writer's retro channel guide for Jellyfin made channel surfing feel like cable again. Seven free apps that bring live TV, IPTV, and an EPG to Jellyfin.
Polygon's House of the Dragon and Toy Story 5 pieces sent half the office back to watch-together apps. Eight watch party apps for Windows, macOS, and Linux ranked.
Polygon's Toy Story 5 streaming question is the same one every viewer is searching for. Eight streaming release tracker apps for Windows, macOS, and Linux ranked.
Crunchyroll just added a French thriller from the Snowpiercer creator. The bigger question is which anime streaming app on desktop is worth your monthly fee. We tested 7.
Tired of ads on your home screen? We tested 7 Google TV alternatives, from Apple TV and Roku to launcher apps that strip the cruft.
The Xgimi Titan Noir Max review hit XDA the same week the home-theater software stack got refreshed. We tested 7 desktop apps for HTPCs and projector setups.
LibreELEC turns a Raspberry Pi into a streaming box. If it doesn't fit, here are seven LibreELEC alternatives for HTPC, NAS, and Pi-based media setups.
Disney is folding Hulu into the main Disney+ app in 2026, and the brand is on its way out. Eight Hulu alternatives that cover ad-free streaming, live TV, and current-season network shows.
Polygon flagged a HBO 2-part noir thriller binge this week. Seven streaming apps for desktop where crime thrillers are the catalogue, not a category buried five clicks deep.
Polygon flagged The Fifth Element streaming free on Pluto TV. Seven ad-supported free streaming apps for desktop that won't ask you to log in or pay a monthly subscription.
Amazon says Prime Gaming may be the largest paid gaming subscription, but Twitch's streamer take rate keeps creators looking elsewhere. Seven Twitch alternatives that work on desktop in 2026.
Crunchyroll's next sleeper hit is two weeks out, but the platform's price hikes have viewers exploring alternatives. Seven Crunchyroll desktop alternatives for streaming anime in 2026.
Re:Zero just broke records ahead of its season 4 announcement. Seven streaming apps ranked on isekai catalogue depth, simulcast speed, and price.
HBO Max just cut prices but still costs $10+ a month. These seven free Android streaming apps run on ads instead, with real catalogues.
Movies leave Netflix in five days, shows move to Max, and finding where to watch what is its own hobby. Seven streaming aggregator apps for Android, ranked after months of pull-list use.
Marvel Unlimited, DC Universe Infinite, and your own CBR library all want a different reader. Seven comic apps for Android phones and tablets, ranked after months of pull-list use.
Watching the World Cup 2026 on the big screen? Eight Smart TV and streaming-device apps for every match, from free Tubi to FOX One, Peacock, and 4K on Fubo.
The 2026 World Cup is the first 48-team tournament across three host countries. Eight Android apps for live streaming every match, by region and by budget.
Play M3U playlists and live TV streams on Android phones and Android TV boxes. Eight tested IPTV apps including TiviMate, IPTV Smarters, OttPlayer, and Kodi.
Free, ad-supported live TV on Android phones and Android TV. Eight tested apps including Pluto TV, Tubi, Plex, Xumo, and Samsung TV Plus.
Tubi keeps surfacing free movies like Bumblebee that other services hide behind paywalls. Here are seven Tubi alternatives that also stream movies and live TV at no cost.
The Warner Bros.–Paramount merger talks make Paramount+ subscribers nervous. Here are seven Paramount+ alternatives covering catalogue depth, live sports, and free tiers.
The Meta Quest PC app is account-heavy and slow to launch. Seven Oculus alternatives for Windows that stream, manage, and play VR with less Meta in the loop.
Jellyfin's plugin sprawl and metadata quirks push some users to look elsewhere. We tested 7 desktop media server alternatives for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
An XDA writer argued the best movie-night upgrade is not a new TV or soundbar. We tested 7 Android apps that turn an ordinary living room into a real home theater.
Eight desktop streaming services with the strongest sitcom libraries. Where to find Friends, Frasier, Seinfeld, The Office, Brooklyn Nine-Nine and more in 2026.
House, ER, Grey's Anatomy, The Pitt. Eight Android apps that actually carry the heavyweight medical dramas in 2026, ranked by catalogue and price.
Eight desktop streaming services for horror movies in 2026, ranked by catalog depth, exclusives, and how much each leans into the genre instead of treating it as a category.
BBC and Disney's deal keeps shifting and fans are panicking. Eight Android apps that actually carry Doctor Who right now, with regional notes for each.
Contagion just topped Max again. Eight Android apps that carry pandemic, asteroid, and end-of-the-world movies, ranked by catalogue and what's free.
Hunting old Friends, Seinfeld, or Cheers reruns on your phone? Eight Android apps that actually carry the classic sitcoms, ranked by catalogue and price.
Where to watch a film when it lands on streaming earlier than expected. Eight desktop streaming aggregator apps that show you what's where, set alerts, and skip the search.
Discovery Plus streams Food Network and HGTV-style TV. iHeartRadio streams live FM and podcasts for free. Here is how the two apps differ on catalogue, price, ads, and offline use.
Discovery+ has the HGTV and Food Network library, but the price climbs and the catalogue gaps show after a few months. These seven discovery+ alternatives cover documentaries, reality TV and factual entertainment.
Roku still has The Roku Channel, but Google TV runs apps Roku can't. These are the eight Google TV apps to install first when migrating from a Roku stick or TV.
Plex doubled its lifetime pass price and paywalled remote streaming. These 7 self-hosted media server alternatives for Windows, macOS, and Linux keep your library free.
Trakt's free tier got squeezed, VIP doubled, and Plex scrobbling keeps breaking. These 7 Trakt alternatives handle TV episode tracking and scrobbling better.
IMDb keeps piling on ads, the social features feel frozen, and Pro paywalls basic stats. Here are 7 IMDb alternatives that handle ratings, reviews, and where-to-watch better.
Jellyfin works until it doesn't. We tested 7 alternatives, from Plex's polish to Kodi's flexibility, so you can pick the one that matches your library.
The Lego Movie leaving one platform is a reminder family catalogues move. We picked six streaming apps that keep family movies and shows easy to find.
A monitor plus a cheap Android stick is often better than a proper smart TV. We tested six apps that turn a basic display into a full streaming hub.
The Fire TV Stick is an Android box in a tiny shell. We tested 10 apps that fix the launcher, replace the YouTube app, sideload everything else, and keep ads out.
Sideloading, media libraries, ad-free YouTube and a real file manager. These eight apps turn an Nvidia Shield, Fire TV or Chromecast with Google TV into a serious media box.
The default Android TV home screen is a row of ads. These six replacement launchers put your apps and live content back where you can find them, on Nvidia Shield, Fire TV and Google TV.
Stremio aggregates streaming catalogs through add-ons. When the add-on you depend on stops working, these seven Android apps fill the gap.
Idol Prank Call simulates fake celebrity calls and chats but the celebrity list is thin and the ad load is heavy. These seven alternatives cover prank-call recorders, fake chat builders, and number masking.
Emby's free tier keeps shrinking and the paid pass is creeping up. These seven media servers and players for Android pick up where Emby leaves off.
Seven Android apps that surface what's new across Netflix, Max, Disney+, Prime, and beyond, tested for catalogue coverage, watch-list portability, and alert accuracy.
Crunchyroll's queue is fine until you watch on more than one service. These six Android apps track your anime watchlist across every source you use.
Memento is leaving HBO Max in June. These six Android apps tell you when a show or movie is about to disappear from a streaming service, and where to find it next.
Apple TV+ has prestige shows but a thin catalogue. These 7 Apple TV+ alternatives have more to watch on the nights For All Mankind is between seasons.
Skiddle's UK gig and clubbing catalogue is strong but the booking fees stack up and the discovery flow misses bigger tours. These seven Skiddle alternatives cover tickets, festivals, and artist tracking.
Letterboxd's Android app lags behind the web and TV tracking is missing entirely. Here are 7 Letterboxd alternatives that fill the gaps.
DICE has clean ticketing but uneven inventory and a hard no-resale policy. These seven DICE alternatives cover gig tickets, festivals, artist tracking, and resale across the UK, US, and Europe.
The Rick and Morty movie is officially happening. Eight Android apps cover where to actually watch adult animation, from Adult Swim's own app to Hulu, Max, Netflix, and Tubi.
Polygon flagged the X-Files director's cut premiering on Disney Plus, but the catalogue still skews family-friendly. Seven Disney Plus alternatives that cover the missing genres without the Mouse's curation.
We tested the best free movie streaming apps for Android in 2026. Tubi, Pluto TV, Plex, Freevee, Crackle, Roku Channel, Popcornflix, Kanopy ranked.
Major streamers buried independent and arthouse cinema under franchise output years ago. These eight Android apps put MUBI, Criterion, Kanopy, and the festival circuit back on your phone.
Adventure Time is back with a Disney Plus spin-off and the rest of your childhood cartoon library is split across half a dozen services. These eight Android apps put Looney Tunes, Cartoon Network, and Nickelodeon classics on the phone.
Max raised its ad-free plan and the Paramount merger talks have unsettled the catalogue. These seven HBO Max alternatives cover prestige drama, family streaming, sports, and the budget-friendly free options worth keeping installed.
Project Hail Mary just hit streaming. These seven sci-fi streaming apps for Android cover where to watch the headline picks plus a deep classic catalogue.
Track upcoming releases, streaming arrivals, and cinema dates across every service. These seven Android apps cover IMDb, Trakt, Letterboxd, and JustWatch in detail.
From official Shueisha simulpubs to open-source libraries, these are the seven manga reader apps for Android worth installing in 2026.
We tested seven Jellyfin clients on Android phones, tablets, and TV boxes, comparing video playback, music handling, offline downloads, and remote streaming.
From Shudder's curated horror catalog to Tubi's free schlock pile, these are the seven Android streaming apps worth installing for horror fans. Tested for catalog depth, casting support, and download reliability.
We compared seven anime streaming apps for Android in 2026, from Crunchyroll's catalogue to HIDIVE's classics and Bilibili's free Asia-first library. Pricing, dub support, and offline downloads in one place.
Streaming catalogues are scattered across a dozen apps. We compared six tools that tell you where to watch a film, what to queue next, and which subscription is actually worth keeping.
The official Plex app is fine, but the real value of a media server is in the companion ecosystem. Here are seven Plex companion apps for Android that handle admin, music, remote control, and library discovery.