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LG C4 OLED

2024 LG TVs first look: G4 OLED upgrades and a pleasant webOS surprise

The good, the better, and the unexpected from my first look at LG's 2024 OLEDs, QNEDs, and the next-gen webOS.
Samsung Music Frame.

Samsung Music Frame hands-on: invisible audio done right

Premier League on Sling TV.

Is Premier League Soccer on Sling TV?

Sling TV.

Sling TV vs. Fubo

LG S95QR soundbar seen in front of a TV.

One of LG’s best surround sound systems is $800 off today

The ABC News Live channel on Sling TV.

Does Sling TV have ABC?

S95D Feature

Watch: Samsung S95D OLED first look

Disney+ homescreen featuring Hulu content.

You can now watch Hulu inside the Disney+ app

Sony receiver

Home theater receiver sale: Save on Yamaha, Sony, and more

Cambridge Audio Melomania M100.

Cambridge Audio’s first AirPods Pro competitor has lossless audio, massive battery life

The front panel of the Samsung Music Frame snaps off so you can swap it out with other artwork.

Samsung’s new Music Frame smart speaker is essentially $100 off

JBL Authentics 300.

JBL sale: Bluetooth speakers, wireless earbuds, and more, from $30

Original Series
Sonos Move 2 in white.

We’ve tried them all — these are the best Sonos speakers in 2024

Looking for a new speaker? We've picked out all the best Sonos speakers and taken a look at why you need one in your life.
The Sennheiser Ambeo Max 5.1.4-channel soundbar in the living room.

Sennheiser’s fantastic Ambeo all-in-one soundbar is $800 off today

The Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Max will elevate your home theater setup with fantastic sound for a discounted price of $1,700 from Best Buy, for savings of $800.
Two majestic elk lock horns in a snowy scene shown on a Samsung QN90D.

Buy one of Samsung’s new TVs and get a free 65-inch 4K TV

If you buy one of Samsung's new TVs at Best Buy, you get a 65-inch Samsung 4K TV entirely for free. Sound unmissable? Here's why you need it.
Samsung S95D OLED

Samsung S95D OLED first look: a reflection on excellence

I went hands-on with the Samsung S95D OLED to see for myself how its controversial anti-glare technology will affect its picture. The results may shock you.
Sling TV Freestream logo.

What is Sling Freestream?

Free, ad-supported channels — otherwise known as FAST services — are all the rage these days. And Sling TV has its own in Freestream.
Sonos Beam Gen 2 soundbar.

We tested them all — these are the best Sonos soundbars in 2024

Looking to upgrade your home theater? Here's a look at the best Sonos soundbars of 2024, including the Arc, Beam, and Ray.
Sling TV on an iPhone.

How many devices can you watch Sling TV on at once?

Sling TV lets you stream your favorite channels on multiple devices — if you have the right plan, and if that channel is covered under that plan.
DLP projector

The 5 best projectors for a bedroom in 2024

If you're looking to kit your bedroom out with a great projector, you need to consider different things to your living room. Here's what to buy and why.
The Samsung Q-Series 11.1.4-channel surround sound system set up in a luxurious living room.

Best Buy is having a huge clearance sale on soundbars — from $80

Best Buy's soundbar sale is offering discounts on a wide range of models and brands. Get one for as cheap as $80, but there are some premium options available.
The Samsung TU69OT 4K Smart TV on a media cabinet in a living room.

This Samsung 65-inch 4K TV is discounted to $400 today

The 65-inch Samsung CU7000 4K TV is on sale for just $400 from Best Buy. The $80 discount makes it even more affordable, considering the size of its screen.
Two majestic elk lock horns in a snowy scene shown on a Samsung QN90D.

Samsung QN90D first look: setting the bar for 2024

Samsung's latest-gen QLED made improvements exactly where it needed them and once again sets the bar for all QLEDs in 2024.
An equalizer from eqMac.

How to master your equalizer settings for the perfect sound

EQ is so much more than the Rock preset in your Spotify app. If you want better sound, we're here to show you how to adjust it for the best experience.
The main Amazon Fire TV home screen.

How to reset an Amazon Fire TV Stick

The Android-based Amazon Fire TV Stick is one of the most popular platforms in the world for streaming video on your TV. Here's how to reset it.
A Comcast cable box, remote, and TV.

The 9 best internet and TV bundles in March 2024

These are the absolute best of the best internet and TV bundles available now, so if you want an easy way to sign up, connect, and watch TV, you must see this.
The Antennas Direct ClearStream 4MAX installed outdoors.

The 4 best long range TV antennas in 2024

OTA broadcast stations are providing free entertainment. But what if there aren't any nearby? These long range TV antennas are the solution you're looking for.
Man listening to wireless headphones.

Next-gen wireless headphones will get lossless hi-res audio with a little help from Qualcomm

Qualcomm's latest wireless audio chips bring improved ANC and audio quality to headphones, earbuds, and speakers.
A family enjoys the Yaber 1080p projector.

The 5 best projectors under $500

The best projectors under $500 are way more powerful than your middle school biology lectures would have led you to believe. Here are our top picks for 2024.
The LG SG10TY soundbar.

This LG soundbar and subwoofer is discounted from $600 to $400

This LG 3.1.3 soundbar and subwoofer kit deal is a must buy if you need better sound. It's originally a $600 bundle of goodies, brought down by $200 to $400.
Inisgnia F30 50-inch 4k Smart TV in living room.

Usually $500, this 70-inch 4K TV is discounted to $430 at Best Buy

The the 70-inch Insignia F30 Series 4K TV, which is already pretty affordable at its original price of $500, is now down to an even lower $430 from Best Buy.
Sonos Beam Gen 2 soundbar.

Hurry! Best Buy’s deal of the day is $100 off a Sonos Beam soundbar

The Sonos Beam Gen 2 soundbar, which features Dolby Atmos support and the ability to function as a smart speaker, is available from Best Buy at $100 off today.
You Asked Ep 29

You Asked: HTIB vs. soundbars, Sony’s 2024 lineup, and plasma upgrades

Should you go for a home theater in a box versus soundbars for home audio under $1,000? Is upgrading from plasma worth it? When will Sony's 2024 TVs drop?
Brilliantly colored traditional dress costumes seen in an arial view displayed on a Samsung QN900D TV.

Samsung QN900D 8K TV first look: fully loaded flagship

Let's take a closer look at what's new -- inside and out -- on Samsung's 8K flagship this year, the QN900D.

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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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