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by John Foldi · Posted
No matter what your budget is, Sony’s bringing the cinema home to your living room with three new series of BRAVIA TVs. From budget-friendly to flagship, the BRAVIA 2 II,
by Gabby Bloch · Posted
If you’re looking for a simple turntable setup, going with powered bookshelf speakers is often the most straightforward choice. Powered speakers already have amplifiers built in, so they’re ready to be hooked up directly to your turntable without any external amplification. Additionally, a few of the models on this list also feature phono preamps, which are preamps specifically designed for turntables. We should note that most modern turntables already have switchable phono preamps built in, so you won’t necessarily need speakers with
by John Foldi · Posted
You just bought your first drone, the batteries are charged, and you're ready to run outside to see what it can do, but wait! Before you take to the sky, you must make sure you're following the law. As with most mobile devices that can interact with other people, wildlife, and public property, there are laws to ensure everyone’s safety. This article will go over, in general terms, the rules and regulations that apply to flying drones within the United States. By no means is this article complete or official, as drone regulations are complex
by M. Brett Smith · Posted
The Big Game is nearly upon us and if you're planning on hosting your own watch party, you might consider upgrading your current home theater setup to maximize your viewing experience. After all, what better way to celebrate Buffalo finally winning a league championship than in glorious 4K and surround sound? Just kidding, Buffalo will never win. But here are some awesome home theater recommendations for you anyway. Enjoy!
Seating
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