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Samsung is having a clearance sale on some of its best TVs — from $370
Samsung has a big clearance sale going on with some of its best QLED and OLED TVs on sale. Here's what you need to buy.
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This 50-inch 4K TV is so cheap we thought it was a mistake
Walmart has made the already great value Vizio 50-inch V-Series 4K TV even cheaper for a limited time. Here's why you need it.
DTS:X finally gets major streaming support starting with Disney+
Dolby Atmos' spatial audio stranglehold over the streaming world is about to end as Disney+ adds support for DTS:X via IMAX Enhanced movies.
You Asked: QLED and mini-LED burn-in, missing HDR, and Apple TV and HDMI 2.1
Can QLED and mini-LED TVs get burn-in? How to get HDR from the YouTube app on Apple TV 4K. And is a computer monitor better than a smart TV for privacy?
Hulu with Live TV: plans, price, channels, bundles and more
Ready to ditch your cable box, but want to hang onto linear programming? You should take a look at Hulu With Live TV. Here’s everything you should know.
How to mirror your smartphone or tablet on your TV
Casting apps and streaming services to your TV from your phone is cool, but with screen mirroring you can share whatever you see on your device. Here's how.
What is Google TV? Here’s everything you need to know
Google TV is packed with entertainment apps, built-in smart home controls, and so much more. Here’s everything you need to know about the smart TV OS.
IPS vs. VA displays: Which is best for your monitor or TV?
If you're looking to buy an affordable monitor or TV for gaming or watching content, there's one question you need to ask yourself: Should you buy IPS or VA?
The 10 best short throw and ultra short throw projectors
Ultra short throw projectors are great for getting a big image if you don’t have the space for a standard projector. Here are some of the best available.
The most common Fire TV Stick issues and how to fix them
Is your Amazon Fire TV Stick having Wi-Fi issues? Here’s a list of the most common Fire TV Stick problems, and how to troubleshoot and fix each bug or glitch.
The best soundbars of 2024: a sound upgrade for your TV
Everyone makes soundbars these days, but which models are truly the best? Here are several of our favorite options for 2024.
The best subwoofers for 2024: Klipsch, KEF, Kanto, and more
Subwoofers are an important part of a complete speaker system, and there are numerous options to choose from. Here are seven of our favorite models for 2024.
LG soundbars are ridiculously cheap at Best Buy today
The LG S65Q 3.1-channel soundbar and the LG S90QY 5.1.3-channel soundbar are on sale from Best Buy, but you have to hurry if you want to pocket the savings.
This Anker portable projector is on sale for $400 — 50% off!
The Anker Nebula Vega portable projector, featuring a built-in battery and the Android TV interface, is on sale from Crutchfield for $400 after a 50% discount.
The best projectors for 2024: from 4K to ultra short throw
Home theater projectors can deliver an awesome big-screen experience, offering some of the most impressive visuals out there. Here, we've rounded up the best.
Roku closes the barn door, badly, after a half-million accounts are compromised
Roku has finally turned on two-factor authentication -- after it learned that more than 500,000 accounts were hit by a credential-stuffing attack.
This outdoor TV has a $600 discount in time for summer
Get your shaded porch all set up for summer with the awesome Sunbrite 43-inch Outdoor TV which is currently $600 off at Crutchfield.
Rare deal drops this 75-inch QLED from Samsung to $850
Snap up a huge Samsung 75-inch Q60C for $550 off at Crutchfield right now and enjoy superior picture quality for less.
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Cambridge Audio’s CXA81 Mk II amplifier gets a tune-up and a sweet new DAC
Cambridge Audio announced a slightly improved version of its award-winning CXA81 integrated amplifier, called the CXA81 Mk II. It launches in May for $1,199.
Best Buy deals: Save on laptops, TVs, appliances, and more
We've collected some of the best Best Buy deals happening today, whether it's computers or appliances, to help save you a bit of extra money.
What is Tidal? The hi-fi streaming music service fully explained
In search of the highest-quality streaming music available? Check out Tidal. It has a huge music catalog and higher-quality audio than many others can claim.
Sony’s ULT Power Sound headphones and speakers go big on powerful bass
Sony has grouped its most popular headphones, Bluetooth speakers, and party speakers under a single brand: ULT.
Let’s discuss an Apple TV 4K with a camera
Can Apple put a camera in Apple TV 4K? Sure. But that doesn't mean it'd make much sense — especially when the iPhone exists.
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Phil spent the 2000s making newspapers with the Pensacola (Fla.) News Journal, the 2010s with Android Central and then the personality behind Modern Dad, and is currently an editor with Digital Trends. Phil’s online work has taken him all over the United States, as well as Europe and Asia.
When he’s not writing, editing, or shooting video, Phil serves as president of the Pensacola Youth Soccer 501(c)(3) nonprofit, has worked on multiple local political campaigns and is a part-time photographer and videographer. He’s also a candidate for Pensacola City Council, District 1.
Phil is a native of Pensacola, where he resides with his wife, daughters and a dog named Max.
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