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The Samsung 75-inch LED 4K Smart TV on a media cabinet.

This Samsung 65-inch 4K TV is 33% off at Walmart right now

The 65-inch Samsung CU7000B 4K TV, which is already pretty affordable for its size at $600, is even cheaper right now following a $202 discount from Walmart.
A promo image for music videos on Spotify.

Spotify adds music videos for Premium users in a handful of countries

Spotify is slowing testing with waters with music videos, available in a handful of countries at first, for a handful of artists.
Samsung The Freestyle portable projector.

Best Samsung Freestyle projector deals: Save over $200 today

Samsung's The Freestyle is an excellent little projector, and these deals will help you snag either generation with a nice discount.
Phil Nickinson holding a Roku remote control over his eyes as the Roku screensaver plays behind him.

I don’t know what to do about Roku

Between all the advertising and data harvesting — and now a pretty major account breach that potentially could have been avoided — it's hard to recommend Roku.
A man wearing Bose 700 headphones with a moody background.

Best Bose 700 deals: Save $151 on the wireless headphones today

These Bose 700 headphone deals will get you high-quality noise-canceling headphones for a cheaper price than usual, but they may not be available for long.
The Samsung QN900C Neo QLED 8K TV in a living room.

Do this before Samsung launches its new TVs on March 21

Samsung has a great offer even before it launches its new TVs with $100 off when you follow this simple step.
Several RCA universal remotes hanging next to each other.

How to program an RCA universal remote

RCA’s lineup of universal remotes is a great alternative to spending double or triple on a first-party TV controller. Here’s how to program your new RCA.
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Tidal launches Circles, a social network for musicians

Tidal says it's welcoming select artists to use Tidal Circles, a new social network built into the Tidal streaming service.
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The Golden Age of TV isn’t just over — it’s imploding

Streaming TV was supposed to be our liberation from cable's hidden fees and frustrating contracts. But the cord-cutting revolution is over and we all lost.
An Apple TV 4K sits on a media stand.

Best streaming devices for 2024: Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV, and more

Your TV probably already has all the apps you need to stream all your shows and movies. But you also probably can do better than that. Here's what we like.
An Apple AirPlay icon hovering above an Apple HomePod speaker.

What is AirPlay 2? Apple’s wireless sharing system explained

AirPlay 2 is a great wireless tool that Apple fans will love. How do you access AirPlay 2, and what can it be used for? We answer all these questions and more.
The Sony WH-1000-XM5 on top of a book for study, next to a notebook and pen.

Best Sony WH-1000XM5 deals: Save $70 on the wireless headphones

We've found the best Sony WH-1000XM5 deal, so if you want to get the noise-canceling wireless headphones for cheaper than usual, you shouldn't miss this chance.
You Asked Ep 26

You Asked: home theater setup challenges, in-home TV calibration, and is Sony abandoning OLED

This week in You Asked: How large-screen TVs present home theater challenges. How to find in-home TV calibrators. Is Sony abandoning OLED?
PSB Speakers M4U TWM earbuds in open charging case.

PSB M4U TWM wireless earbuds review: zero frills, stunning sound

PSB Speakers' M4U TWM explore what happens when you focus exclusively on sound quality, with spectacular results.
The Samsung TU69OT 4K Smart TV on a media cabinet in a living room.

Best Buy’s deal of the day is a 70-inch Samsung TV for $500

For today only, you can buy a Samsung 70-inch CU7000 4K TV for just $500 at Best Buy. Here's why it's a great deal for many people.
The search box on the ESPN app.

The upcoming sports streaming service is a textbook case of a ‘trollout’

Information about a major new sports streaming service continues to be released in dribs and drabs, which doesn't really help anyone.
Phil Nickinson wearing both the Ray-Ban Meta smart lasses and the Shokz OpenFit earbuds.

Your next earbuds maybe shouldn’t be earbuds at all

Since the release of the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, I've found I'm not carrying around separate earbuds as often.
A toucan shown on an LG G3.

QLED vs. OLED TVs: which is better and what’s the difference?

QLEDs can be bright and colorful, while OLEDs deliver some of the most accurate colors and contrast. Which is better for your living room? Let’s discover!
TCL X11H Max MicroLED TV.

TCL’s bonkers China-only microLED TV is as tall as Darth Vader

TCL has started selling a massive, 163-inch microLED TV that can achieve 10,000 nits of peak brightness.
The Samsung 70-inch Class 7 Series 4K TV in a living room.

Best 70-inch TV deals: Get a big screen for sports for $450

Grab a new big screen TV at a discount with these 70-inch TV deals, which include the likes of LG, Samsung, and Hisense.
A video call on the Surface Pro 9 tablet.

How to make video calls on a TV: 8 of the most popular ways

Tired of tiny laptop screens for video calls? How about taking your Teams and Zoom meetings on your TV? Here’s how.
YouTube Music

What is YouTube Premium? Price, content, and more

We explain exactly what a YouTube Premium subscription gets you, how much it costs, and if it's a good choice for you.
LG 75-Inch Class UN6970 Series LED 4K UHD Smart TV

1080p vs 1080i: What’s the difference?

1080p or 1080i? When you're buying a new TV, these are two resolution types often still advertised. Which is the better of the two, though? Let us weigh in.
Paramount Plus logo on an Apple TV.

What is Paramount Plus? Price, plans, and what you can watch

Paramount Plus is the streaming service from ViacomCBS that's home to the Star Trek universe, Yellowstone, live sports, and more — including new originals.
Soundcloud Interface on a Macbook.

How to download music from SoundCloud on desktop and mobile

SoundCloud is a leading music discovery platform, but it's not always intuitive. To help you download songs from SoundCloud, we made this guide.
Rear of Apple TV 4K.

HDMI ARC and eARC: What are they, and how do they work?

If you’re not using HDMI ARC, you should be. This underappreciated HDMI tech eliminates extra cables, improves audio, and makes it easier to control your gear.
LG StanbyMe Speaker attached to a StanbyMe TV.

LG’s pill-shaped Bluetooth speaker doubles as a soundbar

LG's StanbyMe Speaker is designed to work as a portable Bluetooth speaker as well as a companion soundbar for the company's StandbyMe display.
The Q Acoustics 5050 floorstanding speakers in oak.

Q Acoustics’ new 5050 floorstanding speakers are built to fill big rooms with sound

British speaker maker Q Acoustics today launched its new 5050 floorstanding passive speaker, which is the largest in its 5000 series speaker range.
Samsung HW-Q990D Dolby Atmos Soundbar.

Samsung launches its flagship Dolby Atmos soundbar with discounted prices

Samsung's 2024 HW-Q990D Dolby Atmos soundbar has been priced at $2,000, but early discounts bring that down considerably.
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Get 48% off the Powerbeats Pro true wireless earbuds today

The Powerbeats Pro True Wireless Earbuds are perfect earbuds for working out hanks to their ear hooks. The buds are on sale now at Woot.
Samsung 2021 QN80A 4K QLED TV

Best Buy deal of the day: Save $200 on a Samsung 75-inch QLED TV

Best Buy has a great offer on the Samsung 75-inch Q80C QLED TV which will delight many. You'll need to be quick though as the deal is for today only.
Sonos Era 100, beside a turntable.

Save $90 when you buy two Sonos Era 100 wireless speakers

The Sonos Era 100 is one of the best Bluetooth speakers around for those who want great sound quality and convenience. It's on sale now at Woot.
Sling Arcade on Sling TV.

Sling TV adds arcade games on Fire TV and Android TV

You can now play arcade games on Sling TV in full-screen — or side by side with whatever you happen to be watching.
Pioneer VSX-535 AV receiver.

Pioneer’s latest budget-friendly Dolby Atmos AV receivers start at $379

Pioneer has announced two new Dolby Atmos AV receivers – the 7.2 VSX-835 and the 5.2 VSX-535.
Section Editor, Audio/Video

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.

Find Phil on Mastodon, or on Threads.