Review Geek - Is It Time to Cancel Netflix?

April 21, 2022

Let’s be honest; there are just too many streaming services right now. And would it kill a company to be more creative with naming than slapping a plus symbol on the end of a word and calling it a day? But today, we’re going to talk about the original streaming service: Netflix.

Things aren’t looking good for Netflix. I’m not here to say the company will die in a year or two (that’s unlikely). But after all the doom and gloom in the latest earning call and the flailing plans to right the ship, I think it’s fair to ask: is it time to cancel Netflix? I’ll get into it in the top story.

Other Highlights: 

• Andrew spent time with the Soundcore Life P3 earbuds, and you know what? They’re a great alternative to AirPods.
• This is pretty neat—EV battery tech might power your phone soon.
• And heading back to some not-great news, things are looking really iffy for the LIFX smart bulb company.
• …and more!

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-Josh

For the first time in ten years, Netflix lost more subscribers than it added last quarter. Now the company is scrambling to right the ship, which means enforcing policies that might make the service worse. And so it’s only natural to ask: Is now the time to cancel Netflix? Read More »

Odds are, you’ve probably got some old film negatives or slides sitting around somewhere that you’ve been meaning to digitize for quite some time now. And with a slide to digital image converter at your side, you can quickly check this chore off your to-do list and get all of your newly-digitized images uploaded and shared on social media in no time. Read More »

Anker’s audio brand, called Soundcore, manages to routinely undercut the competition with its affordable-yet-impressive wireless earbuds. And the company’s latest fare takes things to a new level. The Soundcore Life P3 earbuds cost just $80, but they offer impressive sound quality with stellar bass, solid ANC and Ambient modes, and an app that doesn’t suck. Read More »

Last year, Alienware began offering its popular gaming desktops and laptops with AMD Ryzen processors. It was a major change for the company, and it was likely inspired by the stellar multi-threaded performance (and reasonable cost) of AMD chips. Now, Alienware is launching a flurry of new AMD-powered machines to cover nearly all budgets. Read More »

Today Google announced some big changes to the Chrome Web Store and extensions. Chrome will now display a new badge designating “Featured” extensions or “Established Publishers” to keep users safe and free from malicious content. Read More »

If you’re like us, you’ve got tons of mail, keychains, sunglasses, and other accessories to keep track of. Having a centralized place to store things—like this mail holder with key hooks—can make it way easier to keep everything organized and easy to find whenever you need them. This holder features a sizeable steel wire basket (measuring 10.8 x 3.1 x 6.1) that’s perfect for holding things like bills, magazines, letters, cards and sunglasses.There are also five hooks below for keychains, lanyards, scarves, leashes, masks, and other lightweight items. It’s easy to mount and can be mounted in entryways, mudrooms, utility rooms, garages, and more.

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After releasing the Garmin Vivosmart 4 over three years ago, fans have been waiting for a new fitness tracker from the company. However, Garmin is back today with a new Vivosmart 5 offering a host of upgrades for potential buyers. Read More »

Watching a meteor shower is one of the most extraordinary events you can experience in your lifetime, and 2022’s shower season is just getting started! Here are all of the remaining showers you can view this year and everything you’ll need to view them! Read More »

It’s fair to say that pretty much everyone has heard of Wordle at this point. It’s also fair to say that folks have heard of all the Wordle clones out there. But what about clones of those clones? This new game is based on Heardle, and you’ll need to guess a video game song. Read More »

Despite its gorgeous products and loyal fanbase, LIFX’s future looks a bit rocky. The brand’s parent company, Buddy Technologies, has entered receivership after years of struggling to pay off debt. What happens next is a mystery, though LIFX seems optimistic. Read More »

Smartphones manufacturers are always trying new tricks to get the most out of our pocket-sized computers, and now, Samsung plans to transition its EV battery technology to smartphones. A move which could help the company offer bigger batteries in phones. Read More »

Wireless charging is one of those smartphone features that’s not essential, but it’s super convenient if you have it. You may think if your phone doesn’t have wireless charging there’s no way to retroactively add it. You’d be wrong. Read More »

So many truly wireless earbuds simply mimic the Apple AirPods. They don’t bring any new ideas to the table. The Sony LinkBuds feature a wildly unique design and approach to wireless earbuds. Thankfully, the risk paid off. Read More »

Google introduced Android 12L in late 2021 and after a short beta period it’s rolling out to Pixel phones. Well, some Pixel phones. If you don’t have Android 12L on your Pixel yet, we’ll show you how to get it. Read More »

Hangovers happen to the best of us. Whether it was a wine night with friends or one too many at a party or event, when the next morning rolls around, you’re desperate for respite. Should you just grab another bottle? Read More »

Saving money is always a great idea, but with inflation eating into everything and streaming service price hikes, cutting streaming expenses feels particularly important. Here’s how to save money while still enjoying your favorite streaming services. Read More »

When it comes to food storage and safety, there are a lot of rules to follow. There are also a lot of myths out there. One of them involves all those chicken and pasta salads, and any other mayonnaise-based dish you stash in the fridge. Read More »

Adding smart home devices to your home gives you more control over your environment. They make your home safer and more secure. They’re just fun to use, too. Here are our favorite smart devices. Read More »

Charging the battery in an electric vehicle (EV) can take anywhere from minutes to days. Here we’ll cover how long it actually takes an EV to charge, and what can have an impact on charging time. Read More »