News & Reviews:   streaming

Unifi TV has officially announced that the World Cup 2026 season pass will be priced at RM50 for subscribers and RM60 for non-subscribers. Previously, RTM and Unifi TV took over from Astro as the official broadcasters for the World Cup 2026 in Malaysia and you can also catch it via the MyGov app.

Astro has announced new limited-time promotional offers for its Astro One subscription packs, bringing together traditional TV content and eight popular streaming platforms into a single, simplified entertainment bundle. Available from now until 30 April 2026, the promotion is open to both new customers and existing subscribers who wish to upgrade their plans.

According to The Verge, Netflix might launch support for vertical video feed soon. So, what should you know about it?

In case you missed it, Netflix has quietly removed the ability to cast video from its Android and iOS apps to most smart TVs and streaming devices. While the company hasn’t publicly explained the reasoning, industry reporting suggests a surprisingly simple explanation: usage of the feature has dwindled to a small fraction of users.

In an unexpected twist, TikTok and FIFA have reached a first-of-its-kind Preferred Platform agreement that will significantly expand how football fans experience the FIFA World Cup 2026 on digital channels. Under the deal, TikTok becomes FIFA’s first-ever Preferred Platform, giving the social video platform enhanced collaboration and integration rights to serve as a central hub for World Cup coverage and fan engagement throughout 2026.

A few months ago, we reported that HBO Max and Viu were joining forces to release a streaming bundle. Well, the day has finally come. The HBO Max & Viu Bundle is now officially available in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore and Thailand, offering a first-of-its-kind entertainment package in the Asia Pacific region, for RM33.90 per month.

Apple has officially simplified the branding of its flagship streaming service, announcing that Apple TV+ will now be known simply as Apple TV. The subtle but strategic rebrand was revealed in an Apple press release promoting the December release of F1: The Movie, marking the first major name change since the service launched in November 2019.

Today, Astro announces a new limited-time offer: the Astro One Entertainment Pack bundled with Disney+ Hotstar and HBO Max, starting from just RM69.99/month. Available from 2 September to 18 November 2025, this combined subscription delivers blockbuster content, iconic series, and premium streaming—all under one seamless Astro plan.

Those looking for a streaming service alternative may have good news. Warner Bros. Discovery is partnering with Viu to introduce a new streaming bundle that combines Western and regional content under one subscription. Designed for markets across Southeast Asia—including Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand.

In this latest news by Tune Talk, the company has launched Games and Drama, Malaysia’s first in-app entertainment experience fully integrated within a telco’s mobile app. The new feature in the Tune Talk app has become an all-in-one platform for streaming drama series, playing casual games, and earning rewards, all without additional downloads or logins.