YouTube TV now allows you to stream ESPN Unlimited directly within the app.

      You no longer require the ESPN app if you are using YouTube TV.

      Sports enthusiasts on YouTube TV can finally avoid switching between apps. Starting today, ESPN Unlimited is completely integrated into YouTube TV, which means there's no need to access a separate ESPN app to enjoy its offerings. This concludes a rollout that began in August when access was first introduced, although it still required users to switch apps to watch.

      What ESPN Unlimited brings to YouTube TV

      All subscribers to the primary YouTube TV plan, or any package that includes Sports, will receive this automatically. This grants access to live coverage of events such as the US Open, college football, PGA Tour golf, WWE Premium Live Events, LaLiga, and out-of-market NHL games, in addition to ESPN Originals, Films, and the entire 30 for 30 documentary collection.

      The YouTube service also features the linear ESPN and ESPN2 channels, along with ESPNU, ESPNews, ESPN Deportes, SEC Network, and ACC Network. Furthermore, this now functions with YouTube TV’s existing features, including unlimited DVR, live scores, and stats, as well as multiview options.

      The live guide has been updated to display three specific sections for currently airing ESPN Unlimited events, as well as a separate network row for easier navigation. For games with various broadcasting choices, viewers can switch between different languages, home and away feeds, or alternative camera perspectives.

      Why this integration benefits your finances

      In November, a two-week blackout removed ESPN and all other Disney channels from YouTube TV entirely, and this integration is part of the resolution to that situation.

      The timing is advantageous as well. Disney is raising the standalone price for ESPN Unlimited from $29.99 to $31.99 per month starting September 17. However, if you’re already subscribed to YouTube TV with ESPN’s linear channels, you can save some money.

      There's also a useful bonus for fantasy football enthusiasts. YouTube TV’s Fantasy View now collaborates with ESPN Fantasy Football, allowing you to link your account and view your team’s live stats in real-time during the game. With the NFL season approaching, this means one less tab will need to be open during matches.

      Manisha Priyadarshini is a technology and entertainment writer with over nine years of experience in editorial work.

      The Sonos Beam Ultra demonstrates that a large soundbar isn't necessary for Dolby Atmos.

      Sonos has introduced a new soundbar, and you might not immediately notice any changes just by looking at it. Released alongside the new Sonos Ace Ultra headphones, the Beam Ultra retains the compact size that made the original Beam popular among those who prefer a smaller speaker beneath their TV. However, this new model features significantly enhanced capabilities.

      The most notable upgrade is Dolby Atmos. Sonos has incorporated nine custom drivers into the Beam Ultra, including two specialized upward-firing drivers, enabling it to provide a true 7.1.2-channel Dolby Atmos experience. This is a considerable advancement for a soundbar of this size, enhancing the immersive quality of movies and shows. Sonos claims improvements in the low-end audio, with the Beam Ultra offering warmer bass than its predecessor. Additionally, it can still be paired with a Sonos Sub for those seeking even greater bass response.

      Dark Matter Season 2 kicks off with a strong start, though I have questions I hope will be addressed.

      Dark Matter has officially returned to Apple TV, and the premiere of its second season takes place seven months after the events of last season. We know that Season 1 covered all the material from author Blake Crouch's original novel. In a sense, that story concluded, but it left many threads unresolved for the characters now dealing with the consequences.

      If Crouch had relinquished the rights and stepped away, I would have dismissed this season as a mere attempt to capitalize on the success of the first. Instead, he collaborated with Jacquelyn Ben-Zekry on every new episode, taking the narrative in a direction his book did not explore.

      EXCLUSIVE: Director Martin Campbell and writer Dan Gordon of Just Play Dead discuss the twisted thriller featuring Samuel L. Jackson and Eva Green.

      The filmmakers of Just Play Dead talk about uniting Samuel L. Jackson and Eva Green in a darkly comedic noir thriller.

      In their new action-thriller, Just Play Dead, Samuel L. Jackson and Eva Green's characters attempt to kill each other. Directed by Martin Campbell, known for 007 films, the movie follows wealthy criminal Jack Wolfe (Jackson) as he tries to stage his own death to evade law enforcement. Meanwhile, Jack's wife Nora (Green) has her own plans to kill him and claim the life insurance payout.

      In an interview with Digital Trends, Campbell and screenwriter Dan Gordon discuss the inspiration behind Just Play Dead, why Jackson and Green were ideal for these roles, and what viewers can anticipate from this darkly humorous thriller.