Amazing apps for staying entertained

We love using tablets for getting stuff done. But they’re also ideal for downtime, from viewing your favorite episode of Bob’s Burgers to catching – or creating – a game. Here’s a look at some of our favorite entertainment apps for playing, streaming, and more.

Discover a collection of more than 70,000 episodes from over 2,500 shows, including some of the best science and entertainment series around. Get cozy with big personalities like Guy Fieri and the Gaines, and take a front seat for deep dives into our world with shows like Planet Earth and Frozen Planet.

Sharing your account? Create up to five unique profiles so you can pick up your latest episode exactly where you left off.

Tune in to your favorite shows with family and friends around the world thanks to Rave. Stream from platforms like Netflix, Max, and YouTube in public or private virtual gatherings, while chatting by voice and text in real time. You can also join or throw a dance party, and sing along with other attendees.

If you’re in the same physical space as your friends, gather your devices together for a surround sound effect.

Get creative with this video game app that makes you the developer. Using simple, pixelated blocks, you’ll build an interactive world that you can explore yourself and share with others. Designed for both play and use in classrooms, Bloxels makes it easy to create characters, write story lines, design backgrounds, and more.

Educators have access to plans which include special features and resources for teachers across grade levels.

Streaming pioneer Sling TV boasts over 400 channels, including news, movies, and live sports from leagues like the NBA, NHL, and NFL. You’ll find shows in 22 different languages, making this a great option for multilingual households.

Sling comes with up to 50 hours of DVR space for recording your favorite shows, and you can purchase more if needed.

You don’t have to be a top-notch gamer to get a lot out of Twitch... but it helps to be an enthusiast. The streaming platform is where fans come to watch others play their favorite video games. You can follow your favorite gamers, interact with other viewers, and even stream yourself leveling up. Top players can earn real-world cash through subscriptions.

Check out different Twitch categories to watch other types of entertainment including painting and music.