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The Best Streaming Service for Cinephiles

PSafe Newsroom — Tue, 31 Jan 2017 14:00:42 +0000

Filmstruck is a new video subscription service that attracts film connoisseurs and film junkies alike. Subscribers can find classic and cult films, foreign films, rare films, and newer releases, as well as hidden gems. In other words, the website takes movie-watching to a whole other level of accessibility. So go make some popcorn, throw on your pajamas, cuddle under the blankets, and enjoy a new — or old, or rare, or foreign — film.

Plans That Are Offered

Filmstruck, like many TV and movie streaming services, requires a subscription for access — but there’s more than one option. Before you purchase a plan, however, try out the 14-day free trial for each plan. There cheapest option is a basic Fimstruck plan, which includes rare, classic films common on Turner Classic Movies (TCM). This plan is $6.99/month.

The second plan option you can choose is the Filmstruck + Criterion Collection plan, which is $10.99/month. This plan includes the largest streaming collection of Criterion films (which were formerly available on Hulu), in addition to rare films, classic TCM films, and bonus features. The third plan option is to purchase this specific plan annually for $99, which will save you a total of $30. You can also easily upgrade or downgrade your plan, except in the case of the annual plan.

A Closer Look: The Criterion Collection

This collection includes critically-acclaimed films, in addition to cinematically important classic and contemporary films of all languages. Purchasing Criterion films on DVD is normally expensive, which is why a monthly subscription is perfect for true film lovers. This collection also includes numerous bonus features, short films, restored director’s cuts, filmmaker commentaries, and more.

Other Notable Features of Filmstruck

Filmstruck updates their film library weekly. Besides the classic genres of adventure, horror, and romance, the company also includes foreign and independent films. Other genres include crime, comedy, documentary, drama, science fiction, musical, mystery, silent, thriller, war, and western. All movie-lovers should be able to find a film they like on this service, as they offer all varieties you could think of, and much more.

As an online streaming service, you are able to watch Filmstruck movies on multiple devices. This includes desktop computers and laptops, Android phones and tablets, and others. To take this even further, those with access to an early 2017 Chromecast Roku, 2017 Playstation 4, and Xbox One, are also able to enjoy Filmstruck’s services.

Hulu vs. Netflix: Which Service Works Better on Your Phone?

PSafe Newsroom — Fri, 21 Oct 2016 19:06:14 +0000

Both the Netflix and Hulu mobile apps utilize a similar design across devices, which makes the apps easy to use, whether you’re accessing them on a TV, computer, tablet, or phone. Netflix and Hulu tend to work best on your TV or computer. You have full access to all of the apps’ features and experience few glitches and loading issues. But, when you try to access either app on your mobile device, there seems to be never-ending connectivity issues, despite a seemingly reliable Wi-Fi connection. What gives?

If your Wi-Fi isn’t stable or fast, you might experience more issues using the streaming apps on your phone. While it might be tempting to use your phone’s data to watch a new episode of your favorite TV show on the go, this isn’t a good move for those who have smaller monthly data plans. If your Wi-Fi connection is reliable, sometimes connectivity issues can occur because your device is too far from your router. While other devices may not have issues using the service farther from the router, it may be harder for your phone to achieve a stable connection.

If you’re having trouble using or loading other apps on your device, a far away router may be the issue. This can be solved by moving closer to the router, or else moving your router to a more central location in your home. Generally, you may experience less connectivity issues with the Netflix mobile app than the Hulu app, because Netflix claims it can function at a lower connectivity speed. If other apps are working well, then it could be an app-specific problem. Before you report an issue, double-check your internet connection and try restarting your device.

Which App Has Better Mobile Features?
Both mobile apps typically have great video and sound quality, though this will vary depending on your connection speed. Again, Netflix tends to stream videos at a higher quality than Hulu. It’s often easier to cast Netflix to your TV. With Hulu, this process can be difficult. As for watching videos, the Netflix app is also more likely to remember where you left off in a TV episode than Hulu. It can be hard to rewind or fast-forward on both apps, but this is often easier to do on Netflix. Unless you have the premium version of Hulu, you may have to sit through the same commercial you saw a second ago. It may also be difficult to sync your Hulu watch list across devices, or to add new videos or full seasons on your phone. Netflix is thus the clear winner when it comes to use on your mobile device.

Which Video Streaming Service is Right for You?

PSafe Newsroom — Thu, 11 Aug 2016 22:17:02 +0000

You’ve already got the smartphone, but you now want to load it with the video streaming app that best fits your viewing habits. Below we compare price and capabilities of four of the most popular services, to help you decide which you want to carry around your pocket.

1. Amazon Prime Instant Video

$99 per year subscription; free app.

While there is a charge for premium video content like new releases or popular shows and movies, Amazon Prime Instant Video still lets you stream many of your favorites at no additional cost. While some users report finding the app a little difficult to use, a major benefit of Amazon Prime is that you also get free two-day shipping for all purchases–so you can shop while you watch!

2. Hulu

Free with commercials; $7.99 per month for limited commercials; $11.99 per month for no commercials; free app

Although it does offer movies, Hulu is known primarily known for its expansive and international selection of TV shows. One of Hulu’s best features is how quickly it updates current seasons of network programming — new episodes of most TV shows are made available less than a day after airing. The Hulu app also has a 4-star rating (out of 5), though some report not loving the design.

3. Netflix

$10 per month subscription; free app

Despite an unpopular recent price increase, Netflix still offers one of the most comprehensive libraries of TV and movies in the business — including a number of popular foreign titles. The Netflix app also works well, offering good customer support and with lots of support and easy compatibility across devices.

4. Google Play

Free app; in-app purchases

Unlike its competitors, Google Play doesn’t come with a pre-stocked library of TV shows or movies, but rather lets users purchase what they want to watch on a piecemeal basis. Google Play is generally well-liked — especially with its Chromecast support — and many smartphones now come with the app already installed.

Whichever service you choose, make sure your viewing experience is not ruined by a slow stream: download PSafe Total for free to make sure your video is never interrupted. With its Memory Booster feature, PSafe Total helps you use data more efficiently, and cleans up storage so your device can run more smoothly.