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Netflix Releases Trailer for 'Sense8 - A Christmas Special,' Streaming Premiere Set for December 23[teaser]The Wachowskis' streaming series returns to Netflix next week with a Christmas special.[/teaser] Netflix has released a trailer for 'Sense8 - A Christmas Special.' The two-hour episode will start streaming on December 23. In addition, all ten episodes of the show's second season will arrive on May 5, 2017. Picking up where season one left off, Capheus (Toby Onwumere), Kala (Tina Desai), Lito (Miguel Angel Silvestre), Nomi (Jamie Clayton), Riley (Tuppence Middleton), Sun (Donna Bae), Will (Brian J. Smith) and Wolfgang (Max Riemelt) come together both physically and mentally, plunged into the middle of each other’s tragedies and triumphs. On the run from Whispers (Terrence Mann), and forced to question their very identity, it's a matter of survival as the Sensates must find a way to live with, understand and protect one another against all odds. The journey continues as these eight singular hearts and minds weave in and out of each other’s lives finding deeper connections, learning darker, more desperate secrets about one another and struggling to identify with more than just oneself. Check out the official trailer below! In addition to the new Christmas special and upcoming second season, all twelve episodes of 'Sense8' season one are now available to stream on Netflix. Other upcoming Netflix premieres include 'Travelers' on December 23, 'A Series of Unfortunate Events' on January 13, 'David Brent: Life on the Road' on February 10, and 'Iron Fist' on March 17. Likewise, the streaming platform is also prepping two new comedy specials from Chris Rock, new seasons of 'Chelsea,' 'Lady Dynamite,' and 'Real Rob,' the second season of 'Stranger Things' for 2017, the third season of 'Bloodline' for 2017, new episodes of the documentary series 'Making a Murderer,' 'Bill Nye Saves the World' for 2017, Marvel's 'The Punisher,' Marvel's 'The Defenders,' a second season of 'Luke Cage,' Spike Lee's 'She's Gotta Have It,' a feature film adaptation of the manga 'Death Note,' the final season of 'Longmire' for 2017, a new series called 'Atypical,' Duncan Jones' 'Mute,' the South Korean disaster film 'Pandora' for 2017, the Scandinavian thriller 'The Rain' for 2018, and a new series based on 'Lost in Space' for 2018. A current Netflix subscription starts at $10 for HD streaming and $12 for Ultra HD streaming. Source: NetflixPosted Fri Dec 16, 2016 at 12:45 PM PST by: -
T-Mobile Announces Free DirecTV Now Promotion for AT&T Customers[teaser]AT&T customers who switch to T-Mobile can now receive a free year of DirecTV Now.[/teaser] T-Mobile has announced the launch of a special DirecTV Now promotion. As part of the deal, AT&T Wireless customers who switch to the Un-carrier with T-Mobile ONE can now receive a free year of DirectTV's new streaming video service, DirecTV Now. "AT&T wants you to think DIRECTV is theirs exclusively, but that's a load of crap. Both DIRECTV NOW and the DIRECTV apps stream free on T-Mobile with a faster, more advanced network that covers nearly every American," said John Legere, president and CEO of T-Mobile. "AT&T is so distracted by their new businesses and DIRECTV that they continue to ignore their 110 million wireless customers. Luckily, the Un-carrier's here to show them how to actually take care of customers!" To take advantage of the promotion, AT&T customers need to activate two lines and bring their number to T-Mobile ONE. T-Mobile will then give customers a $35 monthly bill credit for 12 months to cover the monthly cost of the base DirecTV Now plan for a year – up to $420 total as long as the customer's lines remain active. DirecTV Now is a stand-alone streaming platform that provides access to a variety of live channels and on-demand content through several programming packages starting at $35 per month. Likewise, users can add HBO and Cinemax for an additional $5 each per month. Here's a rundown of current plans and pricing: - Live a Little – $35 / month (60+ channels)- Just Right – $50 / month (80+ channels)- Go Big – $60 / month (100+ channels)- Gotta Have it – $70 / month (120+ channels) DirecTV Now is available through the Amazon Fire TV and Fire TV Stick; Android mobile devices and tablets; iPhone, iPad and Apple TV; Chromecast (Android at launch; iOS in 2017); Google Cast-enabled LeEco ecotvs and VIZIO SmartCast Displays; and Internet Explorer, Chrome and Safari web browsers. In addition, the service will expand to more devices, including Roku streaming players and Roku TV models, Amazon Fire tablets, and Smart TVs from Samsung and other leading brands in 2017. New customers can receive a 7 day free trial when they sign up at www.directvnow.com and download the app from the Apple App Store or Google Play. And, as a special limited time offer, customers can also subscribe to the "Go Big" package with more than 100 channels for just $35 per month. Source: T-MobilePosted Fri Dec 16, 2016 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
Sonequa Martin-Green Joins Cast of 'Star Trek: Discovery,' Streaming Premiere Set for May 2017[teaser]The show's lead role has finally been cast.[/teaser] CBS has announced the addition of Sonequa Martin-Green ('The Walking Dead') to the cast of 'Star Trek: Discovery.' The actress is set to play the series' lead role when the show premiere on CBS All Access in May 2017. Star Trek, one of the most iconic and influential global television franchises, returns to television 50 years after it first premiered with STAR TREK: DISCOVERY. The series will feature a new ship, new characters, and new missions, while embracing the same ideology and hope for the future that inspired a generation of dreamers and doers. According to Deadline, Martin-Green will play Lt. Cmdr. Rainsford, joining previously announced cast members Doug Jones, Michelle Yeoh, Anthony Rapp, Chris Obi, Shazad Latif, and Mary Chieffo. A special premiere episode of 'Star Trek: Discovery' will air on CBS in May 2017. Following that initial broadcast, all first run episodes of the show will be available exclusively through the CBS All Access streaming platform in the US. In addition, the series will stream globally (outside of the US and Canada) through Netflix. CBS All Access offers next day streaming for new episodes of many popular shows and a library of over 8,500 on demand episodes, including content from current programs like 'Limitless' and 'Elementary,' and classic series like 'Star Trek' and 'Cheers.' Likewise, customers in more than 150 markets across the US -- including New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago and Philadelphia -- can watch live local CBS broadcasts through the app. The service is available in two subscription plans: reduced commercials for $5.99 per month or commercial-free for $9.99 per month. The commercial free option offers ad-free playback of on demand content and upcoming original shows. With that said, live streaming will still include the same commercials found in standard over-the-air broadcasts. The service is currently available through the Xbox One, PS4, Amazon Fire TV, Amazon Fire TV Stick with Voice Remote, Roku players, Roku TVs, Apple TV, Chromecast, Xbox 360, and Windows 10, iOS and Android products. New customers can sign up for a one week free trial now at https://www.cbs.com/allaccess. Source: DeadlinePosted Fri Dec 16, 2016 at 06:30 AM PST by: -
Google Updates Home Speaker with Netflix & Google Photos Voice Control Support[teaser]The smart speaker now offers Netflix voice controls.[/teaser] Google has announced several new features for its Home smart speaker. As part of the update, the device now lets customers control Netflix playback and access Google Photos with voice commands. In order to enable voice controls for Netflix and Google Photos, Home owners will need to pair the speaker with a Chromecast. Once the Netflix app is linked to the Google Assistant (instructions here), users can simply say things like "Ok Google, play Stranger Things from Netflix on my TV" or "Ok Google, play Love Actually on Netflix on my TV" to access shows and movies. Likewise, customers can also control playback with commands like "Pause this episode" without having to use a remote. In addition to Netflix, Home can control Google Photos on Chromecast-connected TVs as well, allowing users to say commands like "Ok Google, show my photos of Lake Tahoe on my TV" or "Ok Google, show my photos of selfies at Christmas on my TV" to access specific albums and search for images. Finally, Google has added a few holiday themed features as well, allowing users to play festive songs from various music apps by simply saying "Ok Google, play Hanukkah music" or "Ok Google, play Christmas music." Likewise, customers can also track Santa via Google maps by saying "Ok Google, where’s Santa right now?" The Google Home smart speaker features a high-excursion driver with a dual passive radiator design, offering clean highs and deep lows for Hi-Fi streaming audio. The device also includes hidden LED lights and a capacitive touch surface on its top face, and buyers can customize the base with different colors and finishes. Using the new Google Assistant experience, Google Home lets customers ask questions, enjoy entertainment, stream music, and manage everyday tasks through conversational speech commands. Music support includes playback from services like Google Play Music, Pandora, Spotify, TuneIn, and YouTube Music. Likewise, users can also stream audio directly from a smartphone to their Google Home by casting tracks from 100+ Chromecast-enabled apps on Android or iOS devices. In addition, customers can get real-time answers to various questions through their Google Home using integrated Google Search, offering easy access to weather forecasts, stock market info, traffic updates, sports news, and more. Google Home is now available for $129 from the Google Store, Best Buy, Target, and Walmart. And as an added bonus, buyers who purchase a unit before the end of the year will also receive 6 free months of YouTube Red. Source: Google via EngadgetPosted Thu Dec 15, 2016 at 09:00 PM PST by: -
Hulu Snags Streaming Rights to Louis C.K.'s 'Horace and Pete'[teaser]The Emmy nominated series is now available on Hulu.[/teaser] Hulu has announced the addition of 'Horace and Pete' to its exclusive streaming lineup. The show comes from creator Louis C.K. and was initially only available for digital purchase from the comedian's website. The series revolves around an Irish bar, Horace and Pete's, and the people who work in and frequent it. C.K., who wrote and directed the series, stars as Horace, the man who runs the bar a year after the death of his father. The series co-stars Steve Buscemi (Boardwalk Empire), Edie Falco (Nurse Jackie, The Sopranos), six-time Emmy and Golden Globe Award winner Alan Alda, Academy Award-winner Jessica Lange, Aidy Bryant (Saturday Night Live) and Laurie Metcalf in a role that earned an Emmy Nomination for Best Guest Actress. M. Blair Breard, Dave Becky, Vernon Chatman, and Dino Stamatopoulos serve as the show's executive producers. All ten episodes of the series are now available to Hulu subscribers. Other upcoming Hulu series include a reimagining of 'Foxy Brown' starring Meagan Good, 'The Handmaid's Tale' based on the novel of the same name by Margaret Atwood, and 'Future Man' from executive producers Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Matt Tolmach, and James Weaver. In addition, the streaming platform recently launched support for user profiles and Ultra HD streaming. With the new profile feature, each Hulu account can now add up to six specific profiles, offering a personalized experience for different members of the household. Meanwhile, Hulu's initial lineup of 4K streaming titles includes original series like 'Shut Eye,' 'Chance,' 'The Path,' and '11.22.63,' along with more than 20 James Bond movies, including 'Spectre,' 'Die Another Day,' and 'Golden Eye.' Hulu 4K streaming is currently supported through the PS4 Pro and the Xbox One S. More Ultra HD content and support for more devices will be added throughout 2017. A current Hulu subscription starts at $8 per month with commercials or $12 per month for ad-free playback. A Hulu live streaming platform is also planned to launch in early 2017 with content expected from Turner Networks, Fox, ABC, ESPN, FX, and the Disney Channel. Source: HuluPosted Thu Dec 15, 2016 at 08:30 PM PST by: -
Amazon Brings Prime Video to More Countries Around the World[teaser]The streaming video platform is now available in even more countries.[/teaser] Amazon has announced the launch of Prime Video in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. The service is viewable through the Amazon Prime Video app on Android and iOS phones and tablets, Fire Tablets, LG and Samsung Smart TVs, or online at PrimeVideo.com. "We are excited to announce that starting today, fans around the world have access to Prime Video," said Tim Leslie, Vice President, International, Prime Video. "The Grand Tour and other critically acclaimed Amazon Original Series like Transparent, Mozart in the Jungle, and The Man in the High Castle, along with hundreds of popular Hollywood movies and TV shows, are now available at the introductory price of only 2.99 a month. And what's really exciting is that we are just getting started." Prime Video offers access to a growing collection of Amazon original shows and many popular movies and TV series from top networks and Hollywood studios. Content is available in English, with French, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish subtitled and dubbed versions also playable for many titles. In addition to traditional streaming, subscribers can download all movies and TV shows for mobile offline viewing as well. Customers around the world can now sign up for Amazon Prime Video at PrimeVideo.com. Users in Belgium, Canada, France, India, Italy, and Spain can start watching today at no additional cost to their existing Prime memberships. Meanwhile, customers in the other new Prime Video territories can sign up for the service at an introductory price of $2.99 (or €2.99) per month for the first six months, along with a 7-day free trial. For a full list of supported countries and territories, click here. A current US Amazon Prime subscription costs $99 per year or $11 per month. Likewise, Prime Video is available as a standalone service for $9 per month. Source: AmazonPosted Thu Dec 15, 2016 at 02:00 PM PST by: -
Spotify App Adds Direct Sonos Speaker Control with Spotify Connect[teaser]Customers can now control their Sonos speakers directly from the Spotify app.[/teaser] Spotify has announced the addition of Sonos integration into their music streaming app. As part of the update, Spotify Premium users can now control their Sonos multi-room speakers straight from the Spotify app. With Sonos integration for the Spotify app, users can now combine all the curation, discovery, and sharing features of Spotify with the ability to control Sonos speakers and multi-room Sonos home sound systems -- all from within the same app. Users simply need to select music, hit play, and then select a Sonos speaker/room. Likewise, the app can control the speaker's volume, change tracks, and even group and ungroup different speakers/rooms together with one-tap access, spreading audio all around the house. In addition, users can also transition directly from listening on mobile headphones to their Sonos speakers without having to stop their music. And thanks to the new integration, the Spotify and Sonos apps work together, allowing customers to start a playlist in one app and access it on the other. Sonos currently offers a variety of wireless music systems and speakers, including the Play:1 ($199), Play:3 ($299), and Play:5 ($499). The Play:5 features six synchronized, custom-designed drivers with three mid-woofers and three tweeters. The Play:5 can also work with other Sonos speaker models and can even be used as rear speakers for a surround sound system with the Sonos Sub ($699) and Playbar ($699). Outside of Sonos control, Spotify also recently announced integration into the STARZ streaming platform. With the mingling of both services, STARZ customers can now play music tracks from select series and films directly within the STARZ app. Source: SpotifyPosted Thu Dec 15, 2016 at 01:45 PM PST by: -
Apple Expands Universal Search Feature for Apple TV with Support for More Apps[teaser]Users can now search for content across even more apps at the same time.[/teaser] Apple has announced an update for its Universal Search feature on the Apple TV (4th generation). With Universal Search, customers can search for movies and TV shows across multiple apps simultaneously, and now the feature supports results from even more video services. Likewise, Apple Music members can also get results for songs and albums. Universal Search is accessible by using Siri or the Search app on the Apple TV. And when using Siri, users can look for content by title, genre, actor, and more, and even refine their search as they go. Here's a rundown of content providers and apps currently supported through Universal Search in the US: Movies and TV shows in iTunes A&EABCAMCAnimal Planet GOApple MusicBravoCBSComedy CentralCooking ChannelCrunchyrollCuriosityStreamCW SeedDiscovery GODisney ChannelDisney JrDisney XDDIYE!Food NetworkFOXNOWFXNOWFYIHallmark ChannelHBO GOHBO NOWHGTVHistoryHuluInvestigation Discovery GOLifetimeMTVMUBINat Geo TVNBCNetflixPBSPBS KidsScience Channel GOSHOWTIMESHOWTIME AnytimeStarzSyfyTBSTelemundoThe CWTLC GOTNTTravel ChannelTribeca Shortlist USAVH1 In addition, customers can also search for YouTube content through Siri by including the word "YouTube" in their search (the Search app doesn't search YouTube). Beyond the expanded Universal Search feature, Apple also recently added a single sign-on option for pay-TV providers on the Apple TV. With the new single sign-on feature, subscribers to supported pay-TV providers and platforms can now sign-in just once on their Apple device to enjoy immediate access to numerous apps that are part of their overarching pay-TV subscription. Source: Apple via EngadgetPosted Wed Dec 14, 2016 at 06:30 PM PST by: -
Hulu Readies 'Foxy Brown' Streaming Series Starring Meagan Good[teaser]The 1970s cult flick is getting a streaming reboot.[/teaser] According to a report from Deadline, Hulu is developing a new streaming series based on the 1974 film 'Foxy Brown.' The new show comes from MGM and executive producers DeVon Franklin and Tony Krantz. Though full plot details have not been announced yet, the show will be a modern reimagining of the original movie, which followed the title character as she attempted to get revenge on the criminals who murdered her boyfriend. The series is being written by Malcolm Spellman ('Empire) and Ben Watkins ('Hand of God'). Meagan Good ('Think Like a Man,' 'Brick,' 'Saw V') is set to star as Foxy Brown, taking over the role that Pam Grier originated in the 1974 film. Likewise, Good will also serve as one of the show's producers. Outside of 'Foxy Brown,' other upcoming Hulu series include 'The Handmaid's Tale' based on the novel of the same name by Margaret Atwood, and 'Future Man' from executive producers Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Matt Tolmach, and James Weaver. In addition, the streaming platform recently launched support for user profiles and Ultra HD streaming. With the new profile feature, each Hulu account can now add up to six specific profiles, offering a personalized experience for different members of the household. Meanwhile, Hulu's initial lineup of 4K streaming titles includes original series like 'Shut Eye,' 'Chance,' 'The Path,' and '11.22.63,' along with more than 20 James Bond movies, including 'Spectre,' 'Die Another Day,' and 'Golden Eye.' Hulu 4K streaming is currently supported through the PS4 Pro and the Xbox One S. More Ultra HD content and support for more devices will be added throughout 2017. A current Hulu subscription starts at $8 per month with commercials or $12 per month for ad-free playback. A Hulu live streaming platform is also planned to launch in early 2017 with content expected from Turner Networks, Fox, ABC, ESPN, FX, and the Disney Channel. Source: DeadlinePosted Wed Dec 14, 2016 at 01:45 PM PST by: -
Amazon Debuts Trailer for 'Z: The Beginning of Everything,' Streaming Premiere Set for January 27[teaser]The upcoming series about Zelda Fitzgerald will hit Amazon Prime Video next month.[/teaser] Amazon has revealed a trailer for its latest original series, 'Z: The Beginning of Everything.' The show stars Christina Ricci, David Hoflin, and David Strathairn. Z: The Beginning of Everything is a bio-series of the life of Zelda Sayre Fitzgerald, Southern Belle turned flapper, writer and icon of modern feminism. Starting right before Zelda meets unpublished writer F. Scott Fitzgerald in 1918, Z dives into the fascinating life of a woman ahead of her time and the story of the most famous, and infamous, couple of the Roaring 1920s. Check out the official trailer below! The first season of 'Z: The Beginning of Everything' will start streaming through Amazon Prime Video on January 27. Other upcoming Amazon premieres include 'The Man in the High Castle' season two on December 16. In addition, Amazon also recently renewed 'Bosch' for a fourth season, greenlit full season orders for its 2016 Comedy Pilot Lineup, announced a new series titled 'Britannia' for 2017, started development on 'Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan,' ordered a 13 episode documentary series called 'American Playboy: The Hugh Hefner Story,' announced an additional docuseries titled 'Novak' about tennis player Novak Djokovic, revealed plans to develop a series inspired by 'The Departed,' renewed 'Catastrophe' for a third and fourth season scheduled for 2017 and 2018 respectively, renewed 'One Mississippi' for a second season, and ordered new shows from Matthew Weiner and David O. Russell. A current Amazon Prime subscription costs $99 per year or $11 per month. Likewise, Prime Instant Video is available as a standalone service for $9 per month. Source: Amazon (YouTube)Posted Wed Dec 14, 2016 at 06:30 AM PST by:
