Review Geek - What Is Plex Pass, and Do You Need It?

October 6, 2022

On its own, Plex is totally free. It lets you build a personal streaming service using your own library of movies, TV shows, and music. But if you really want to take Plex to the next level, you should consider paying for Plex Pass.

Check our top story to learn all of Plex Pass’ perks, along with some info on why you should (or shouldn’t) pay for the premium service.

Other Highlights:

• It’s time to replace your Pixel 4 smartphone.
• Well, that’s awkward. Google accidentally rolled out its Home app redesign.
• We reviewed Logitech’s excellent new work-from-home headset.
• … and more!

-Andrew

If you’re tired of getting jerked around by streaming services, Plex may be your saving grace. The free Plex service lets you build a streaming platform based on your personal collection of movies, shows, and music. But if you want to take things to the next level, a Plex Pass subscription is a must. Read More »

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The COVID-19 pandemic introduced many of us to the home office model of working, transforming how many industries operate. And with many people still laboring in their spare bedrooms, Logitech has developed a headset designed explicitly for homebound workers: the Zone Vibe series. Read More »

Wordle was just too easy, wasn’t it? You probably left that behind and moved on to Quordle, the true “hard mode” of the word-guessing game format. But now you’re stuck and so close to failing. Don’t worry, we’re here to help with a hint—and if you really need it, today’s Quordle Answers. Read More »

Are you a huge fan of Wordle and absolutely stuck today? Let me guess; you’re hanging out on guess four or five and feeling the pressure. We get it entirely: nothing feels worse than losing your streak. If you’re not ready to outright cheat, we have you covered with hints and today’s Wordle answer. Read More »

It’s that time of the year again. Get ready for fall leaves, pumpkin spice lattes, and Halloween. And while big-box retail stores are already putting up Christmas decorations and trees everywhere, if you want to get into the fall and Halloween spirit, you’ll want this nifty pumpkin door mat. It’s stylish, festive, made of natural coconut fibers, and has a nice design. Grab yours from the link below.

On October 4th, Google announced a stunning redesign for its Home app. This redesign is supposed to enter public preview in a few weeks. But Google accidentally sent an incomplete and slightly-broken version of this redesign to select users. And you can test it yourself by installing the APK. Read More »

If you’ve had your eye on electric vehicles but want a truck, you’re finally in luck. Big names like Ford and GMC already offer electric trucks, and more importantly, others are on the way. Read More »

We have high expectations for Google’s fall hardware event this year. While the stars of the show are the new Pixel 7 and the first-ever Pixel Watch, you can expect to see even more when the event kicks off on October 6th at 10 AM ET. Read More »

For the past several months, Paramout+ has been advertising itself as the home of Star Trek. “Every series. Every episode,” the advertisements claim. While this is true, all Trek fans know that Captain Kirk was also in seven Star Trek films. But these films have disappeared from Paramount+. Read More »

Right on time, Google just released its October update for Pixel phones, delivering new features and bug fixes for devices like the Pixel 5 and Pixel 6 Pro. However, this is also the last security update for Google’s aging Pixel 4 smartphone, and it will not receive further software updates either. Read More »

Everyone seems to have their own ways of loading the dishwasher. There are, however, certain rules we should all be following—like not being glassware on the bottom rack and facing plates inward. But there’s one you might not know about. Read More »

A laptop stand might not seem like a particularly exciting purchase, but the right stand can greatly improve your experience when using your computer at a desk. Here’s what makes them great, and how to pick the right one for you. Read More »

Your iPhone 14 Plus is going to take a tumble—it’s only a matter of time. For the best protection, you need a case. Luckily, the cases included here won’t just protect your phone but will look good doing it. Read More »

It seems like the best reason to own a smart coffee mug is so you can be one of those old-fashioned driving test instructors who says something like, “If that coffee spills, you fail.” Read More »

Looking around all the VPNs on the market, you quickly notice that more than a few of them like to make wild claims, like offering protection from hackers or viruses. Another of these claims is that they can improve your ping. Let’s see if that’s even possible. Read More »

Before you break out all of your charcuterie board snacks, you might want to check your cheeses. Unfortunately, there has been a cheese recall. Read More »