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by Jill Waterman · Posted
Did you know that power cords and surge protectors have a limited lifespan? It’s true! With continuous use, these products gradually become less effective, so you should try to replace them every 3–5 years. If this is a shock (ha ha), you’re not alone. There are a lot of not-so-obvious dos and don’ts when it comes to electrical safety, so let’s review with a surge protector and power strip rundown.
Safety Basics
We’ll start with some basic information about power cords and work our way into the nitty gritty.
by Rebecca Melville · Posted
Comfortable headphones are everywhere, but not all of them are comfortable for everything. You might want to combat your noisy neighbors by wearing headphones all day. You might need a good pair of headphones for intense workouts, or even headphones that you can wear to sleep. Regardless of your need, we have assembled a list of certifiably comfy headphones for a variety of uses, so let's take a look.
- Best headphones to wear all day: Sony WH-1000XM5 Over-Ear Headphones
- Best headphones for sleeping:
by Robert Rives · Posted
Earbuds can provide a uniquely immersive listening experience but often at the expense of situational awareness. If you’re tired of being startled back into reality while listening to music or you don’t want to stop the playback for a brief chat, Bose®’s new Ultra Open™ Earbuds, available in a black or white smoke finish, might be the perfect solution.
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Matt Zefi shares five ways to improve your home entertainment setup. His tips will help transform your movie nights and big game watch parties.
0:00 - Introduction
0:25 - Short Throw Projector
1:21 - Speakers
1:49 - Apple TV and Google Chromecast
2:10 - Lighting
3:04 - Final Thoughts
What sort of tech do you have in your home setup? Let us know in the Comments section, below.
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Scott Owsley discusses the pros, cons, and in-and-outs of using the BenQ HT4550i UHD 4K Smart Projector in your home theater.
0:00 - Introduction
0:34 - Pros, Cons, and Advice
3:01 - LED & Laser
4:39 - Sensor
5:40 - Image Quality
8:22 - Connectivity & Accessories
11:48 - Why Projectors?
Will you be adding the BenQ HT4550i to your setup? Let us know in the Comments section, below.
by M. Brett Smith · Posted
Music is the great enhancer. No matter where you are or what you're doing, virtually everything is better with a song. With that sentiment in mind, we've put together a list of some of our favorite speakers and portable music players. With each device, we've also included a song recommendation—just a handful of tracks we've been listening to a lot lately. Hope you enjoy!
Sonos Move 2
Last fall, Sonos released the Move 2, the
by M. Brett Smith · Posted
Hundreds of new products were announced at CES 2024, including lots of exciting gear for content makers and other creatives. Here are some of the most exciting creator-friendly products.
Monitors
Big-name monitor manufacturers like Samsung and LG tend to go hard at CES, and this year’s tech showcase was no exception.
Along with some
by M. Brett Smith · Posted
Belkin brought a slew of new charging accessories to CES 2024, including the Qi2-enabled BoostCharge Pro chargers, which were first announced last August. Belkin confirms that the new chargers are ready to come to market and should be available soon.
Qi2 Convertible Pad/Stand
The Qi2 Convertible Pad/Stand features an adjustable charging 15W module that allows users
by John Foldi · Posted
Samsung laid out its new and updated display and audio technologies for the home at CES 2024. These products will allow customers to enjoy brilliant visuals from a new flagship QD-OLED TV, wireless 8K projection, and AI-powered QLEDs. These displays can be paired with updated soundbar offerings in addition to a new Music Frame, which delivers an audio-only spin to Samsung’s Frame concept.
S95D
Unsurprisingly, new displays are at the forefront of Samsung’s CES 2024 lineup, starting with the brand’s updated flagship QD-OLED TV, the S95D.
by John Foldi · Posted
LG continues to roll out upgraded offerings at CES 2024, with its announcement of new SIGNATURE OLED evo M4 and OLED evo G4 TVs. As with the brand’s QNED lineup, the new OLED models include a significant boost in picture and audio quality, thanks to the Alpha 11 AI processor. Graphic performance is increased by 70%, along with 30% faster processing. This additional power is used to enhance upscaling with precise pixel-level analysis, as well as Dynamic Tone Mapping Pro for more lifelike brightness and contrast optimizations.
This new
by Atane Ofiaja · Posted
Since its introduction in 2013, the Aria line of speakers by Focal has been a popular choice for audiophiles and home theater enthusiasts alike. The French manufacturer unveiled the new and revamped Aria Evo X range that includes three floorstanding speakers, a bookshelf speaker, and a center channel.
Focal Aria Evo X N°1 Two-Way Bookshelf Speaker
Visually, the new Aria Evo X maintains the sleek, modern appearance of the
by John Foldi · Posted
LG laid out its 2024 home cinema roadmap at CES, with new AI-enhanced QNED and QNED Mini LED TVs, a trio of soundbars, and LG Lifestyle 4K CineBeam Qube projector. Customers can choose from a 43, 50, 55, 65, 75, 86, or a new, ultra-large 98" model. LG’s 2024 QNED and QNED Mini LED TVs focus on an updated a8 AI processor for faster performance and improved visuals than the previous generation. This is in addition to a new version of the embedded webOS interface that uses LG’s Dynamic Q Card technology for a more personalized experience.
by M. Brett Smith · Posted
The holidays are here, which means it’s time to unfurl those shopping lists, unfreeze your credit cards, and cast aside any concerns about cost or consequence. However, if you’re not feeling so cavalier with your capital—fear not. We’ve compiled a list of 50 great gifts, all under $50. We’re talking stocking stuffers, high-quality bargain-buys, and all-around great gear for a price that won’t cause your credit score to V-fib.
Nothing’s worse than your phone (or tablet) dying while you’re out and about. That’s why the
by Robert Rives · Posted
The Bose® QuietComfort™ series of wireless headphones and earbuds have proven immensely popular with music enthusiasts all over the world. Here at B&H, we’re very happy to learn that Bose is releasing new QuietComfort Ultra™ versions of its previous models. The QuietComfort Ultra™ lineup sports comprehensive feature sets and exciting improvements, including breakthrough spatialized audio, more immersive sound, world-class noise cancellation, and an elegant design with luxurious materials. Bose® is offering new QC Ultra™ Headphones in
by Trevor Collins · Posted
Bose® has long been a major player in the world of noise-canceling headphones, and now the brand has upped its game with a new line of wireless, over-ear noise-canceling headphones, the Bose® QuietComfort™ Wireless Headphones. Available in three distinct colors―