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by John Foldi · Posted
At CES 2025, Hisense unveiled a new 116” TriChroma LED TV, which utilizes Hisense’s proprietary RGB Mini-LED technology to push the boundaries of what’s possible in the category. The groundbreaking TV boasts a flagship Hi-View AI Engine X processor, which will adjust settings in real time. Audio performance is equally impressive thanks to the TV’s top-of-the-line 6.2.2 multi-channel surround system with AI Sound Optimization.
Conventional Mini-LED technology uses a quantum dot
by Gabby Bloch · Posted
SHOKZ has announced the second iteration of its ever-popular OpenFit wireless earbuds: the OpenFit 2. Promising enhanced sonic execution, improved comfort and ergonomics, longer battery life, less sound leakage, and more, the company has advanced the performance of its flagship open-ear wireless model in almost every way.
by John Foldi · Posted
At CES 2025, Hisense introduced an exciting new addition to its L9 lineup: the L9Q TriChroma Laser TV. Completely redesigned, the L9Q is ready to deliver a true theater-like experience with brilliant color, exceptional brightness, and a built-in surround sound system. Add in Google TV access and the L9Q makes for an all-in-one solution that’s perfect for a modern home theater.
Utilizing Hisense's TriChroma triple laser technology, the LQ9 manages to achieve 110% of the BT
by Frank Abbate · Posted
At this year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Samsung made several big announcements regarding its upcoming TV lineup, including new models, new technologies, and exciting new features. Here’s everything we learned about so far.
AI for All
At Samsung’s press conference, CEO and Head of Device eXperience (DX) Division Jong-Hee (JH) Han spoke about Samsung’s vison for making AI an everyday experience they are calling “AI for All.”
“With Home AI, Samsung is creating
by Frank Abbate · Posted
At CES 2025, LG announced several new additions to its popular lineup of evo OLED TVs, including the top-of-the-line G5 OLED and the wireless M5 OLED. The new models utilize LG’s latest AI-driven picture-processing technology and customization features to deliver best-in-class picture quality and a bespoke viewing experience that’s tailored to each individual user.
Alpha 11 AI Processor Gen 2
The evo panels feature LG’s upgraded Brightness Booster Ultimate technology to
by John Foldi · Posted
At CES 2025, Hisense announced its entry into the microLED category with a massive 136” MicroLED display. Powered by the powerful Hi-View AI Engine X, this stunning new display uses AI-based algorithms to ensure each and every frame is bright and lifelike. The impressive visuals pair nicely with an integrated multidimensional sound system and the VIDAA OS, making the 136” MicroLED TV an exceptional all-in-one home theater solution.
Apart from its massive size, the standout
by Richard Stevens · Posted
As 2025 comes roaring in, it’s a great time to look back at some of our favorite home entertainment products of 2024. It’s been a great year for consumer tech, with some standout releases from some of our favorite brands. With new releases just around the corner, we’re excited to see what’s on the horizon. For now, I wanted to highlight a few products that caught my attention this past year. I’ll even showcase a couple of products that have been around for a while but deserve to be mentioned among the very best home theater gear available.
by Atane Ofiaja · Posted
If you’ve got any homeowners (or renters) on your shopping list this holiday season, consider gifting them a new piece of video surveillance equipment. Sure, video surveillance doesn’t exactly scream O Come, All Ye Faithful, but for anyone looking to keep a closer eye on carolers, it’ll be a much-appreciated gift. Here are some of our favorite video surveillance cameras to gift this holiday season.
by Steven Esposito · Posted
2024 has been a great year for creative tech! From devices like handy pocket cameras to all-in-one solutions for your creative endeavors, there is something for everyone! Whether you are a YouTuber, live streamer, or even a designer of sorts, there is plenty here to help take your creativity to the next level. So, let’s take a look at some of the coolest and most useful devices of the year!
Insta360 X4 360-Degree 8K Camera
Sporting a stylish and compact rugged design, the
by John Foldi · Posted
For many people, smartphones are cameras first, phones second. And why not? Thanks to the rapid advancement of mobile camera technology, smartphones have outpaced and subsequently replaced many entry-level point-and-shoot cameras. But what if you want to take your smartphone photography to the next level? Enter mobile add-on lenses.
What Is a Mobile Add-On Lens?
The type of lenses that are popular with
by M. Brett Smith · Posted
The best TVs are more than just a pretty screen. They’re feature rich and fairly priced. They cater to your personal needs and viewing preferences, and they fit comfortably within the confines of your home viewing area. In other words, the best TVs aren’t necessarily defined by a certain spec or feature; they’re defined by you, the viewer.
To help you find the best TV for your viewing setup, we’ve put together a list of
by Gabby Bloch · Posted
Sonos has reinvented its flagship Dolby Atmos soundbar with the release of the Arc Ultra. Promising enhanced dialogue clarity, improved tuning and a deeper and more powerful bass response, the brand touts unprecedented performance and an immersive sound experience that surpasses any of its previous designs. And to get a fuller picture of the Ultra’s potential, we paired it with Sonos’s latest
by Gabby Bloch · Posted
Whether you’re looking for safe and fun headphones for your tot or need to equip your elementary-grade child with a good quality headset for computer-based learning, we’ve got a bunch of models that should be optimal for their needs. We’ve included both Bluetooth and wired options with safety volume limits for hearing protection. So, let’s get started.
Wired Headphones
Parents who’ve bought headphones for their little ones have likely had to buy a
by Mos Khan · Posted
Most TVs these days usually have a way to download familiar streaming apps like Netflix, Hulu, etc., but sometimes a dedicated streaming device is still the way to go. Dedicated streaming players usually have better and snappier interfaces than their native counterparts alongside other dedicated features like Dolby Atmos support, for example. Choosing the right streaming device is a great way to improve your home setup and in this guide we'll take a look at how to choose the right one for you.
While all streaming media players more or less do
by Gabby Bloch · Posted
Dolby Atmos technology can be utilized in several ways with varying degrees of authenticity and sound resolution. This article will explore what it takes to get a bona fide Dolby Atmos home theater system and how you can set up a decent approximation without paying an arm and a leg.
AV Receiver and AV Processor-Based Dolby Atmos Systems
For purists, a true Dolby Atmos experience can only be achieved through an AV receiver (AVR) or AV processor (AVP) component-based system. This approach will give you the most control because it allows you to