Podcast #1096: Netflix to End Physical Disc Rentals

This week Tom's Guide reviews the Roku Plus Series 4K QLED TVs and Kef introduces their THX certified in-wall speakers. Then we go through the Netflix Timeline from start through the latest announcement that they are ending physical disc rentals. We also read your emails and look at the week's news.

News:

• Warner Bros. Discovery unveils super-streamer 'Max'
• Sling TV finally launches on the Amazon Echo Show 8 and 10
• Has Prime Video Surpassed Netflix In U.S. Subscriber Share?
• Netflix to bring down the curtain on its DVD-by-mail service

Roku Plus Series 4K QLED TV review: An outstanding value

The Roku Plus Series 4K QLED TV is one of the least expensive TVs on the market, and it offers few fancy bells and whistles. But with a good smart interface and HDR color and sound capabilities unusual for its class, it's a surprisingly good budget buy. Full article here…

• Roku Plus Series 4K QLED TV 55-inch (55R6A5R): $499.99
• Roku Plus Series 4K QLED TV 65-inch (65R6A5R): $649.99
• Roku Plus Series 4K QLED TV 75-inch (75R6A5R): $999.99

Kef THX Certified In-wall Speakers (for the dare to dream crowd)

Create the ultimate home cinema experience with the latest additions to KEF's impressive architectural speaker range; the first THX® Certified Dominus speaker from KEF, the Ci5160REFM-THX, as well as the Ci3160REFM-THX which is THX® Certified Ultra for high-impact cinema sound. These in-wall Ci-Reference speakers create a new level of entertainment in which movie lovers are enveloped in life-like sound and transported to a deeper, more thrilling audio experience.

Ci5160REFM-THX key features:

• KEF's first THX® Certified Dominus speaker – the powerful THX performance class for the largest private cinema spaces
• Metamaterial Absorption Technology eliminates 99% of high-frequency distortion for pure, natural sound
• Bespoke 12th generation Uni-Q with MAT driver array for exceptional acoustic accuracy
• Four 160mm (6.5in.) bass drivers optimised for in-wall use
• 11mm thick precision-machined aluminium baffle designed to eliminate vibration and allows the drivers to perform at their best
• Discreet design with best-in-class performance
• Available in Aluminium Black/Grey finish
• Paintable magnetic metal grille that fits effortlessly into the interior
• Optional black cloth grille available as separate item

Ci3160REFM-THX key features:

• THX® Certified Ultra for high impact cinema sound
• Metamaterial Absorption Technology eliminates 99% of high-frequency distortion for pure, natural sound
• Bespoke 12th generation Uni-Q with MAT driver array for exceptional acoustic accuracy
• Two 160mm (6.5in.) bass drivers optimised for in-wall use
• Discreet design with best-in-class performance
• Available in Aluminium Black/Grey finish
• Paintable magnetic metal grille that fits effortlessly into the interior
• Optional black cloth grille available as separate item

Price and Availability:

• Ci5160REFM-THX: [USD10,999.99 each]/ [Available now on http://kef.com]
• Ci3160REFM-THX: [USD7,999.99 each]/ [Available now on http://kef.com]

Timeline of Netflix

Wikipedia Timeline of Netflix