Netflix is trouncing all its streaming rivals right now, and it’s not even close
By one measure, the most popular streaming TV series on Netflix right now is a British comedy about teenagers trying to navigate the interplay between …
Andy Meek is a reporter based in Memphis who has covered media, entertainment, and culture for over 20 years. His work has appeared in outlets including The Guardian, Forbes, and The Financial Times, and he’s written for BGR since 2015. Andy's coverage includes technology and entertainment, and he has a particular interest in all things streaming.
Over the years, he’s interviewed legendary figures in entertainment and tech that range from Stan Lee to John McAfee, Peter Thiel, and Reed Hastings.
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France hits Apple with $27 million fine over the battery issue you probably forgot about
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Delete these nasty Android apps that can log in to your Google and Facebook accounts right now
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Oh wonderful, Russia is apparently stalking our satellites in space now
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