Author: Harlan Edgewood

Harlan Edgewood
Dec
30

Alien First-Contact Films: How Movies Capture Wonder, Fear, and the Unknown

Alien first-contact films explore wonder, fear, and the unknown through sci-fi storytelling. From E.T. to Arrival, these movies reveal more about humanity than extraterrestrials, reflecting our deepest hopes and fears about contact with the unknown.

Harlan Edgewood
Dec
29

Live Stream Safety: How to Avoid Bans and Stay Within Platform Policies

Learn how to avoid live stream bans by understanding platform policies, recognizing gray-area violations, and using moderation tools to keep your channel safe and active.

Harlan Edgewood
Dec
28

Best Streaming Devices 2025: Complete Buyer's Guide

Find the best streaming devices of 2025 with this no-fluff buyer's guide. Compare Roku, Apple TV, Fire Stick, NVIDIA Shield, and Google TV-plus what to avoid and how to set them up.

Harlan Edgewood
Dec
27

Billing and Payment Lockouts: How to Restore Streaming Access Fast

Fix a billing lockout on your streaming service fast with these simple steps. Learn why payment failures happen and how to restore access without calling support.

Harlan Edgewood
Dec
26

Dolby Vision vs. HDR10+: Which Dynamic HDR Format Wins for Streaming?

Dolby Vision and HDR10+ are the two leading dynamic HDR formats for streaming 4K content. Learn how they differ, which services use them, and which one gives you the best picture on your TV in 2025.

Harlan Edgewood
Dec
25

Survival Horror in Film: How Isolation, Resourcefulness, and Tension Create Unforgettable Fear

Survival horror films thrive on isolation, limited resources, and slow-building tension-not jump scares. Discover how classics like Alien and The Descent create unforgettable fear by making you feel truly alone.

Harlan Edgewood
Dec
24

Custom DNS for Streaming: Can Switching DNS Improve Video Start Times?

Switching to a custom DNS like Cloudflare 1.1.1.1 can cut video start times by seconds on Netflix, Hulu, and Disney+. It's free, easy to set up, and works on all devices. Here's how to do it and why it actually helps.

Harlan Edgewood
Dec
22

Four Weddings and a Funeral Review: Why It’s Still the Gold Standard of ’90s Rom-Coms

Four Weddings and a Funeral remains the gold standard of '90s rom-coms for its honest portrayal of love, unforgettable performances, and timeless humor. It's not just a movie-it's a mirror to real relationships.

Harlan Edgewood
Dec
21

Taxes and Currency: How International Streaming Billing Works

Learn how taxes, currency conversion, and regional laws affect your streaming bills abroad - and why prices change when you travel or move countries.

Harlan Edgewood
Dec
20

Third-Party Billing: How to Manage Subscriptions Through Apple and Google

Learn how to manage subscriptions through Apple and Google's third-party billing systems, avoid common pitfalls, and keep more of your revenue without breaking platform rules.

Harlan Edgewood
Dec
19

How to Expand Storage on Fire TV with USB Drives and Manage Apps Better

Learn how to expand storage on your Fire TV using USB drives and manage apps to stop storage warnings. Clear cache, move compatible apps, and extend your device's life without buying new hardware.

Harlan Edgewood
Dec
18

Special Effects vs. Visual Effects: What’s the Difference in Movie Magic

Learn the real difference between special effects and visual effects in movies - what’s done on set vs. in post-production, why filmmakers choose one over the other, and how the best films blend both for maximum impact.