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HDMI technology has been progressing in recent years. It wasn’t too long ago that HDMI 2.0 was the standard port for TVs, projectors, and other devices, and now we are witnessing the emergence of HDMI 2.2. Thus, it was quite surprising when one of Hisense’s flagship TV models defied conventional expectations in 2026. We are referring to the Hisense UR9S, a Mini LED TV with RGB backlighting that features a DisplayPort (DP) connection in addition to HDMI.

Technically, it’s a USB-C port that provides complete DP capabilities, but it is labeled as DisplayPort. Additionally, the TV includes three HDMI 2.1 ports, making it an excellent option for gaming consoles and PCs. While HDMI 2.1 supports 4K/120Hz, the Hisense UR9S is capable of delivering visuals of 4K/170Hz or 4K/180Hz when connected to a gaming PC via DP. Even better, the TV is compatible with AMD FreeSync, and Hisense intends to incorporate Dolby Vision 2 HDR in upcoming firmware updates.

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The Hisense UR9S will come in four sizes: 65, 75, 85, and 100 inches. It’s important to note that the two largest sizes will reach a maximum refresh rate of 180Hz, while the 65 and 75-inch models will cap out at 170Hz. This is thrilling news for dedicated gamers in search of the best gaming TVs and represents a significant advancement in the development of panel technology. RGB Mini LED TVs were demonstrated by several manufacturers at CES 2026, including Samsung, Sony, and LG; thus, Hisense will undoubtedly face competition.

Nonetheless, the TV manufacturer seems ready to target a distinct segment of the market: 4K HDR TVs with DP connectivity as an alternative to HDMI. Historically, DisplayPort is linked with computer monitors. Therefore, if Hisense’s ambitious experiment proves successful, we might start seeing DP connections on a broader variety of smart TVs in the years ahead.

Netflix has recently upped the prices of its plans, and now YouTube Premium subscribers are about to face a similar rise. YouTube is set to boost the subscription fees, with adjustments expected to take place beginning with the next billing cycle. Although Google hasn’t formally announced the price increase in a press release, emails are being distributed to subscribers, and some are already noticing the change when attempting to upgrade to a Family plan.

In general, costs for YouTube Premium will rise across the board, affecting Music Premium as well. The most significant price increase will occur for YouTube Premium Family subscriptions, which will jump from $22.99 to $26.99 a month. Individual subscribers will see their monthly fees increase from $13.99 to $15.99, and Premium Lite users will now pay $8.99 monthly, up from the initial $7.99 set when the service launched in 2025. Subscribers to YouTube Music Premium are also facing an increase, with their monthly rates climbing from $10.99 to $11.99.

In summary, the largest hike is $4 for the Family plan. YouTube last adjusted prices for the Family plan in 2022, making this increase not entirely surprising nearly four years later. The regular Premium subscriptions last saw their prices rise in 2023.

Dell analyzed several studies (including its own research) and concluded that utilizing dual monitors can enhance productivity and elevate the overall user experience for the majority of individuals. Nonetheless, this doesn’t automatically imply that having extra monitors consistently leads to increased output. While there are certainly exceptions, for the typical user, a three-monitor configuration consumes too much time and space to warrant any uncertain advantages it may provide.

Not everyone finds themselves better off without a third monitor. For instance, within the /r/Monitors subreddit, some users claim that employing three monitors in their roles as software developers and in related fields presents certain benefits. However, many users point out that three monitors ultimately turned out to be not worth the trouble. They also noted that, in certain situations, the tasks managed by a third monitor could be handled by alternative methods.

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YouTube has been actively combating the use of ad blockers by encouraging users to either disable these extensions or opt for YouTube Premium subscriptions. Additionally, we’ve observed measures such as temporarily halting playback. The struggle between YouTube and ad blocker users has persisted for some time; meanwhile, its parent company, Google, is also advocating for an increased volume of advertisements, some of them even longer.

In March 2026, Google revealed that YouTube introduced unskippable ads lasting up to 30 seconds on smart TVs to facilitate easier access for advertisers seeking to connect with viewers enjoying the platform in their homes. According to Google, these unskippable ads include either six-second bumpers or 15- and 30-second “CTV-only” (smart TV) non-skippable formats. Predictably, users on the free plan expressed their dissatisfaction regarding this update, with many voicing their concerns online after the announcement. Nonetheless, several users have recently indicated that the unskippable ads have surpassed the initially announced 30-second duration.

Expressing their grievances, numerous users turned to Reddit earlier this week after encountering 90-second unskippable ads, which are significantly longer than the 15- to 30-second ads noted by Google. In spite of these claims, YouTube refutes the existence of 90-second unskippable ads. In response to a post on X discussing the incident, the platform stated, “YouTube does not have a 90-second non-skippable ad format. This isn’t something we are testing right now. We’re looking into this further.”