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These are the best shows on NBC’s Peacock streaming service right now

NBC’s Peacock streaming service is the digital hub for new and old NBC series, Peacock originals, and a variety of content from other networks. And with both a free tier and two premium plan options, there’s lots of content to choose from. With that in mind, we’ve rounded up the best Peacock shows available right now.

Peacock

Find your NBC favorites and more

From $5/month at Peacock

All the shows, movies, and sports you want

NBC’s Peacock streaming service is the exclusive home for iconic NBC series like The Office, as well as series from a collection of other networks. You also find a rotating lineup of free and premium movies.

Best Peacock shows

Original series on Peacock
Current series on Peacock
WWE on Peacock
Comedy series on Peacock
Drama series on Peacock
Reality series on Peacock

Peacock Originals

In addition to featuring a variety of classic series and shows that are currently airing …

The best shows streaming on HBO Max today

HBO Max launched in 2020 as the digital hub for all your favorite HBO series and WarnerMedia content, from classics like Six Feet Under and The Wire to the latest films being released by Warner Bros. Pictures. With so much media already available on the platform, and plans for more shows to premiere in the future, it can be tough to decide what you should watch next. As such, we’ve rounded up a list of the best shows on HBO Max right now.

Best shows on HBO Max

HBO Max originals
Popular on HBO Max
Drama on HBO Max
Comedy on HBO Max
Docuseries on HBO Max
HBO to the Max

HBO shows and more

HBO Max

From $10 at HBO Max

Find both new series and a catalog of classics on HBO Max

HBO Max provides streamers with access to film and television content from HBO, WarnerMedia, and DC. Subscribe now to catch up on your favorite HBO and Max originals

HBO Max original series

HBO Max launched in 2020 with a handful of original series exclus…

The Amazon Fire TV Stick and other Amazon Fire TV devices are a simple, affordable way to stream content from platforms including Netflix, Hulu, YouTube, and — now — HBO Max. With a few button clicks, you’ll have access to all of the HBO exclusives, as well as new releases from WarnerMedia. Here’s what you need to do to watch HBO Max on Fire TV.

How to download HBO Max on Fire TV

If you haven’t already downloaded HBO Max on your Fire TV Stick or Fire TV device, you’ll need to do that before you can start streaming more than 10,000 hours of classic and original content on HBO Max. Here are the steps you need to take to download the service so you can watch HBO Max on Fire TV.

Navigate to the Fire TV Home page.
Open the Menu and select the Search function.
Search HBO Max.

Click the Download icon.
Open the HBO Max app.
Select Sign In.
A prompt will appear on the screen with a code to input.

Login to HBO Max on your smartphone or computer using the code.

If you currentl…

Best answer: Yes. As of December 2020, the HBO Max app is available to download on all Roku devices running Roku OS 9.3 and higher.

How to install HBO Max on Roku

If you already subscribe to HBO or HBO Max but have yet to add either app to your Roku device, these are the steps you need to follow to install HBO Max on Roku:

Turn on your Roku device or Roku TV
Navigate to the Roku home page.
Select Streaming Channels and Search channels.

Search for HBO Max and select Add Channel to pin it to your Roku home page.

Sign in to the HBO Max app using your existing credentials.

If you’re not currently subscribed to HBO Max, you should subscribe to the service at HBOMax.com before downloading the app on your Roku. It’s also possible to register for HBO Max directly on your Roku and pay via Roku Pay.

My HBO app didn’t update to HBO Max

It’s worth pointing out that, since the launch of HBO Max on Roku streaming devices, users have reported issues with the app. If you used the HBO a…

Best for Roku

Roku Ultra

$90 at Amazon

Pros

4K HDR streaming
Works with Google Assistant and Alexa
Lost remote function
Huge selection of apps/channels
Cheaper Roku options available

Cons

UI isn’t as sleek as Android TV
Weaker gaming features

If you’re more of a Roku person, the Roku Ultra is the best way to experience the platform. You get 4K HDR streaming, a powerful voice remote, and a bunch more features. If the Ultra is too rich for your blood, Roku sells various cheaper models, too.

Best for Android TV

NVIDIA Shield TV

$150 at Amazon

Pros

4K HDR streaming
Google Assistant built-in
Chromecast target
Supports NVIDIA’s GeForce Now game streaming
Hands-free Alexa controls

Cons

More expensive
Limited app selection
No extra USB ports

The latest version of the Shield TV was released in 2019, but it’s still the best Android TV box you can buy. It runs on Android 9 Pie, supports 4K HDR streaming and Dolby Atmos, and offers fast and smooth performance.

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The Chromecast with Google TV comes with a sleek remote enabled with Google Assistant and features button shortcuts for YouTube and Netflix streaming services. However, if you’re not a frequent user of either platform, you can choose to remap buttons on your Chromecast with a Google TV remote. Here’s all you need to know about doing just that.

Remap buttons on Chromecast with Google TV

The easiest way to remap buttons on your Chromecast with Google TV remote is by using the Button Mapper app, which costs $4.99 to download. Here’s what you need to do to get the app.

Make sure you are logged into your Google account.
On your home screen, navigate to the Apps section.
Under the App categories, select Search for Apps.
Use the on-screen keyboard or hold down the Google Assistant button to search for the Button Mapper app.
Click the Install button to download the app for $4.99 to your streaming device.

Once the Button Mapper app is installed, you’ll be asked to enable accessibility…

The Amazon Fire TV Stick is a simple, affordable device that allows you to stream content from platforms including Netflix, Hulu, YouTube, and — now — HBO Max. With a few button clicks, you’ll have access to all of the HBO exclusives, as well as new releases from WarnerMedia. Here’s what you need to do to watch HBO Max on Fire TV Stick.

How to download HBO Max on Fire TV Stick

If you haven’t already downloaded HBO Max on your Fire TV Stick, you’ll need to do that before you can start streaming more than 10,000 hours of classic and original content on HBO Max. Here are the steps you need to take to download the service so you can watch HBO Max on Fire TV Stick.

Navigate to the Fire TV Home page.
Open the Menu and select the Search function.
Search HBO Max.

Click the Download icon.
Open the HBO Max app.
Select Sign In.
A prompt will appear on the screen with a code to input.

Login to HBO Max on your smartphone or computer using the code.

If you currently have the HBO …

HBO Max is the latest and most expansive version of HBO’s streaming platforms. In addition to offering a streaming library that includes more than 10,000 hours of premium film and television content from HBO, HBO Max is currently the exclusive home of new WarnerMedia releases. One of the easiest ways to access HBO Max is through your Roku streaming device or Roku TV. Here’s what you need to know to watch HBO Max on Roku.

How to download HBO Max on Roku

If you don’t already have HBO Max on your Roku streaming device or Roku TV, you’ll need to do that first. Here are the steps for downloading the service so that you can watch HBO Max on Roku.

Turn on your Roku device or Roku TV.

Press the Home button on your Roku remote.
Select Streaming channels and then select Search channels.

Search for HBO Max using the virtual keyboard.

Select HBO Max and choose to Add channel.

If you already subscribed to HBO Now on your Roku device or Roku TV before the HBO Max launched, the chann…

One of the best ways to enhance your viewing experience while using Chromecast with Google TV is to refresh your home screen with apps you use regularly. With that in mind, we’ve provided a guide that explains how to download and uninstall apps on Chromecast with Google TV. Let’s get started!

How to download apps on Chromecast with Google TV

Chromecast with Google TV makes it super easy to download your favorite apps with just a few clicks. Here are the steps you need to take to download apps on Chromecast with Google TV right now.

Make sure you are logged into your Google account.
Scroll over to the Apps menu at the top of your home screen.

Under the App categories, select Search for apps.
Use the keyboard to Search the app you want to install.

Once you’ve found the app, select Install.

After you’ve downloaded the apps you want to use, they should appear on your Google TV home page. Then, all you need to do is log in and start streaming.

How to uninstall apps on Chrom…

The best shows streaming on HBO Max today

HBO Max launched in 2020 as the digital hub for all your favorite HBO series and WarnerMedia content, from classics like Six Feet Under and The Wire to the latest films being released by Warner Bros. Pictures. With so much media already available on the platform, and plans for more shows to premiere in the future, it can be tough to decide what you should watch next. As such, we’ve rounded up a list of the best shows on HBO Max right now.

Best shows on HBO Max

HBO Max originals
Popular on HBO Max
Drama on HBO Max
Comedy on HBO Max
Docuseries on HBO Max
HBO to the Max

HBO shows and more

HBO Max

From $10 at HBO Max

Find both new series and a catalog of classics on HBO Max

HBO Max provides streamers with access to film and television content from HBO, WarnerMedia, and DC. Subscribe now to catch up on your favorite HBO and Max originals

HBO Max original series

HBO Max launched in 2020 with a handful of original series exclus…