Technology Archives - VidAngel Blog https://blog.vidangel.com/tag/technology/ News, tips, and help for the VidAngel community Thu, 05 Sep 2024 14:17:06 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://blog.vidangel.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/cropped-va_favicon_1000px-round-1-32x32.png Technology Archives - VidAngel Blog https://blog.vidangel.com/tag/technology/ 32 32 VidAngel App Updates https://blog.vidangel.com/vidangel-app-updates/ https://blog.vidangel.com/vidangel-app-updates/#comments Wed, 06 Mar 2024 16:30:00 +0000 https://blog.vidangel.build/?p=4491 Our team has been hard-pressed and determined to start 2024 with a bang by making our VidAngel app better than ever before. New features designed to make your filtering experience even better include updated apps, a new streaming service, and bug fixes. The ability to VidAngel your movies has never been this easy. VidAngel app […]

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]]> Our team has been hard-pressed and determined to start 2024 with a bang by making our VidAngel app better than ever before. New features designed to make your filtering experience even better include updated apps, a new streaming service, and bug fixes. The ability to VidAngel your movies has never been this easy.

VidAngel app device updates

We’ve crafted our Fire TV and Roku apps to deliver an optimized and intuitive experience tailored specifically for big screens. You can VidAngel your movies on Apple TV, Roku, Google or Android TV, and Fire TV.

Best ways to watch VidAngel on your TV

How can I watch VidAngel on my TV?

Chromecast now supports ad content!

Both VidAngel’s web app and mobile app can now cast shows with ads using Chromecast, including content from Prime, Peacock, Paramount+, AMC+, and Freevee.

Learn more about Chromecast with VidAngel

Introducing the new annual plan

You can now VidAngel movies year-round with our annual plan! For only $99.99, you basically get 2 MONTHS FREE. With the annual plan, filter out the bad stuff and get peace of mind 365 days a year.

In case you missed it: Prime Video with ads

We’re happy to announce that Prime Video ad-supported content can now connect to VidAngel!

Learn more about Prime Video with Ads

In case you missed it: Peacock

You can now connect Peacock to your VidAngel account! Peacock offers a vast collection of blockbuster films, timeless cult classics, and brand-new originals so there’s even more to watch. o, grab your favorite snack and sit down to enjoy NBC’s iconic shows like The Office and Parks and Recreation. Or, buckle up for the hit series, Yellowstone. It’s the Sopranos meets Country. The good guys are just less bad than the bad guys and family loyalty means everything. Gather the family around to watch a piece of your childhood in the new movie,The Super Mario Bros. Movie. Whatever you’re looking for, Peacock has something for everyone. 

Learn more about Peacock

App updates and bug fixes

We’ve fixed bugs and made some updates across apps for ‘continue watching’ on mobile, casting, categories on Roku, connectivity issues, and app crashes, making your experience more seamless.

*Blog post updated 3/6/2024

Any questions about these recent updates?

Our dedicated support team is happy to help!

More Posts from VidAngel

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]]> https://blog.vidangel.com/vidangel-app-updates/feed/ 2 VidAngel Fire TV App Instructions https://blog.vidangel.com/the-new-vidangel-fire-tv-app-is-here/ Fri, 05 Jan 2024 14:43:00 +0000 https://blog.vidangel.build/?p=4267 Want to know what’s better than a VidAngel app? A VidAngel app with a little fire. There’s no stopping, dropping, or rolling over here. We’re too busy filtering, enjoying, and watching our favorite movies with VidAngel directly on Fire TV. Need help getting started? We got you! To get started with the VidAngel Fire TV […]

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]]> Want to know what’s better than a VidAngel app? A VidAngel app with a little fire. There’s no stopping, dropping, or rolling over here. We’re too busy filtering, enjoying, and watching our favorite movies with VidAngel directly on Fire TV. Need help getting started? We got you!

To get started with the VidAngel Fire TV app:

  1. Subscribe to VidAngel.
  2. Turn on your Fire TV.
  3. Download the VidAngel app from the Amazon app store.
  4. Enjoy entertainment your way on the big screen.
  5. Don’t forget the snacks.

Need additional help? Visit our help center for step-by-step instructions to get the new Fire TV app downloaded.

Not sure what to watch next? Check out this list of the most popular shows that you can enjoy ON YOUR TV with our new app.

Having reservations? Here is what our customers have to say:

“We love the app! It is our go-to entertainment app, whether my husband and I want to watch an action series, my teen wants to see the latest superhero movie, or my two youngest want to view a cartoon! We each have a profile, tailored to our viewing level.” – Anne

“I have no idea how I lived without this service and have been a faithful user since I joined. I typically used to avoid shows with content was too much for me. Thanks to VidAngel, a whole new form of entertainment has been opened up to me and my family without having to worry about offensive language, nudity, or sexual content. It’s worth every penny!” – Adam

“The VidAngel app is an absolute game-changer for our family. So many shows have elements of nudity and profanity that are completely unnecessary and diminish the plot experience. VidAngel allows us to watch some of these great movies and shows without the nasty stuff. We love everything about this app.” – Zion

“Works great! Lots of great improvements. I usually can find something wrong with anything but in this case I can’t think of anything to complain about. The app is great.” – Awana

“My family has really enjoyed being able to watch movies together without worrying how much language will be in them. VidAngel is perfect for preteen/teens to be able to see movies we would otherwise have to skip. My husband and I have enjoyed shows like Jack Ryan without the language. I highly recommend VidAngel.” – Allen

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]]> Common Misconceptions about VidAngel https://blog.vidangel.com/common-misconceptions-about-vidangel/ https://blog.vidangel.com/common-misconceptions-about-vidangel/#comments Wed, 03 Jan 2024 14:46:00 +0000 https://blog.vidangel.build/?p=4971 Over a million families have supported VidAngel over the years. While this service has been the answer to successful movie nights for so many households, we raise a question mark for others unfamiliar with VidAngel. After years of comments like: “This will make the movie five minutes long.” “YOU CAN’T WATCH OUTLANDER WITH A FIVE-YEAR-OLD.” […]

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]]> Over a million families have supported VidAngel over the years. While this service has been the answer to successful movie nights for so many households, we raise a question mark for others unfamiliar with VidAngel. After years of comments like: “This will make the movie five minutes long.” “YOU CAN’T WATCH OUTLANDER WITH A FIVE-YEAR-OLD.” “You need Jesus.” And one of our personal favorites, “Have you ever heard of fast-forward? It’s free.” Plus, so many unmentioned all-caps moments/comments that we should clear the air with this small and concise list of common misconceptions about VidAngel.

“VidAngel offers clean, family-friendly content.”

Our filters let you make popular movies and shows from Netflix or Prime Video more family-friendly by skipping and muting offensive content. However, we’re not a streaming service with a vast library of family-friendly content—Pure Flix does that well, and we love them for it. While we offer some clean or family-friendly content, it’s not our primary focus. Remember, just because we have an ad for a show or talk about it on our social media doesn’t mean we think it’s one you should watch with your five-year-old.

“VidAngel censors or edits the stuff I watch.”

Another common misconception is that VidAngel censors or edits movies. We put you in control of your home entertainment. You decide what to filter and can change those preferences anytime. Think of us as a pre-programmed remote that automatically mutes or skips scenes you want to avoid. That’s not censorship. We never apply filters without your permission, don’t take a stand on what should be filtered, and don’t permanently alter physical or digital copies of the shows you watch.

“VidAngel can filter everything I watch.”

We wish this were always true, but we have agreed with some studios not to filter their content. Plus, prepping a show for filtering takes time. We aim to provide filters for the most popular new releases within days of their release. Currently, we offer filters for 20,000 streaming movies and TV shows. Check the VidAngel app to see what’s available for filtering.

“All of those filters will make a show really choppy.”

It depends on what you’re watching. Our filters are designed to be precise, so you won’t miss more than you want. Audio mutes only for the specific words or phrases you choose to skip, so most dialogue remains intact. Scenes are skipped seamlessly, often without you noticing. However, if a movie has a lot of filterable content (we’re looking at you, Wolf of Wall Street), enabling all filters might cause frequent audio mutes and video jumps. Remember, you control what’s filtered and can always adjust your settings.

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]]> https://blog.vidangel.com/common-misconceptions-about-vidangel/feed/ 2 Peacock has landed. https://blog.vidangel.com/peacock-has-landed/ https://blog.vidangel.com/peacock-has-landed/#comments Mon, 20 Nov 2023 22:16:15 +0000 https://blog.vidangel.build/?p=4372 Move over turkey, there’s a new bird in town for the holiday season. Birds of a feather can now filter Peacock together. How EXCITING. Peacock offers a vast collection of blockbuster films, timeless cult classics, and brand-new originals. So, grab your favorite snack and sit down to enjoy NBC’s iconic shows like The Office and […]

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]]> Move over turkey, there’s a new bird in town for the holiday season. Birds of a feather can now filter Peacock together. How EXCITING. Peacock offers a vast collection of blockbuster films, timeless cult classics, and brand-new originals. So, grab your favorite snack and sit down to enjoy NBC’s iconic shows like The Office and Parks and Recreation. Or, buckle up for the hit series, Yellowstone. It’s the Sopranos meets Country. The good guys are just less bad than the bad guys and family loyalty means everything. Gather the family around to watch a piece of your childhood in the new movie,The Super Mario Bros. Movie. Whatever you’re looking for, Peacock has something for everyone. 

Birds that flock together, filter together. 

Do all Peacock plans work with VidAngel?

VidAngel supports both the Premium and Premium Plus plans. We do not support the free Basic plan.

Does VidAngel filter ads on Peacock’s premium plan?

We cannot provide filters for the ads on the Premium plan. The Premium plan generates revenue from advertising rather than paid subscriptions. If you feel like the ad content is inappropriate, please know that VidAngel has no say in the ads that are shown. If you do not want to see certain kinds of ads, we recommend you upgrade to Peacock’s Premium Plus plan.

How do I connect Peacock to my VidAngel account?

If you need help getting Peacock connected to your VidAngel account, please visit here for step-by-step instructions.

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