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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.
The Belkin iPhone Mount with MagSafe for Apple TV 4K.

Hands-on with the Belkin iPhone Mount with MagSafe for Apple TV 4K

Belkin's MagSafe Mount for the iPhone makes video calls on Apple TV 4K that much easier. Call your mother. She misses you.
Walmart Vizio Ad Mock

Why Walmart buying Vizio is a much bigger deal than you think

Walmart didn't buy Vizio to help the TV brand. It bought the TV brand to help itself. And its going to have an impact on the whole industry.
A promotional image for You Asked Ep 25.

You Asked: Big TVs vs. projectors, and OLED vs. LED for cinematic experience

With big TVs becoming more affordable, are projectors on their way out? And is OLED or LED better for an accurate cinematic experience?
Are 2024 TVs Too Bright

Everything you ever wanted to know about TV brightness, nits, and tone mapping

Are nits the be-all and end-all of television specs? Or is it just one more overused selling point? We break it down in a full explainer of TV brightness.
A promotional image for You Asked Ep 27.

You Asked: Panasonic TVs, Apple and FlexConnect, and TV spies

Why don't we review premium Panasonic TVs? Will Apple TV partner with Dolby Atmos FlexConnect? And is your TV a Chinese spy?
A Digital Trends story seen on an iPhone in front of loose change.

The streaming services will continue to nickel-and-dime us all — because they can

As online services fight for every single dollar — sometimes by less-than-scrupulous means — the only way we can fight back is by canceling.
best TV vs. the biggest

The best TV vs. the biggest. How I finally settled the debate

It's the age-old question: Is bigger actually better? When it comes to TVs, the answer just might surprise you. It certainly surprised me.
A promotional image for You Asked Ep 24.

You Asked: VR home theater, universal remotes, and Dolby Atmos music

Is VR the home theater of the future? Why is it so hard to get Atmos music? And are there any good universal remotes anymore?
ESPN+ as seen on a television.

A new streaming sports paradigm doesn’t change what’s most important

When it comes to any streaming service, the only things that matter are price and whether it has something you want to watch.
Super Bowl TV Settings

How to make the Super Bowl look amazing on your TV

We have all of the tips and tricks you need to make sure you're getting the best quality video, audio, and experience for the biggest game of the year.
TV picture settings on an LG OLED TV.

How to set up your TV for Super Bowl Sunday

Get the most out of your TV for the Super Bowl. We're going over the best modes to switch to, what settings to tweak, and how to get the best picture possible.
Three young women on a couch watching an old-time movie. Without goggles.

Why Apple Vision Pro will never replace your TV

Apple Vision Pro will bring people together in many ways. But it'll never replace the shared experience of watching a movie together in the same room.
Dolby Flex Connect feature

Dolby’s Vegas flex: in person with FlexConnect and Dolby Atmos in-car

I got an insider look and listen to what Dolby FlexConnect could mean for the future AV, in-home and in-car.
A promotional image for You Asked Ep 23.

You Asked: 3D VR, QDEL technology, and TV size vs. quality

We answer your burning questions about whther 3D TV making a comeback, weighing TV size versus quality, and if there a way to make the Sony A95L even brighter.
The iPhone 15 Pro Max with the Chord Mojo 2.

I finally found a reason to love USB-C on the iPhone 15

The combination of USB-C on the iPhone 15, and a risky headphone purchase, reminded me why I loved an accessory I'd largely forgotten about.
The most exciting TVs and more from CES 2024

The most exciting TVs and more from CES 2024

With the hustle and hype of CES behind us, we can take time to drill down on the most exciting TV and AV tech we will see in 2024.
A scene from The Greatest Showman on a Sony A95L QD-OLED.

Best TVs for the Super Bowl

Not that you need us to give permission to buy a TV — but Super Bowl 2024 is the perfect excuse to pick up a new set. Here's what we'd buy.
Hisense USA president David Gold at CES 2024 in Las Vegas.

Your next TV likely will have AI, whether you want it or not

You couldn't turn on a TV at CES 2024 without AI practically hitting you in the face. And that's probably a good thing.
You Asked Feature Ep 20

You Asked: Samsung QD-OLED conundrum, ATSC 3.0, and audio outputs

This week on You Asked: Why don't TVs have more dedicated audio outputs? And what is up with ATSC 3.0?
The Apple Vision Pro reveals the wearer's eyes on a front-facing display.

3D is readying for another comeback — and this time it’s personal

The 3D experience has been tried and rejected more than once, but this time, it might have found a way to stick around.
The LG booth at CES 2024.

TVs at CES 2024: The big, the bright, and the see-through

CES is a show about televisions as much as anything. And this year's extravaganza didn't disappoint.
The secondary Smart Display on a Telly TV.

First look: Telly’s free TV just might be able to pull this off

It's good to be skeptical of Telly, a free TV with a secondary display that shows ads. But that doesn't change the fact that Telly offers a good experience.
Caleb Denison standing in front of the 115-inch TCL QM89.

Want to feel inferior? Stand in front of a 115-inch television

The 115-inch TCL QM89 brings size that we have not yet seen in a consumer-grade television. But chances are it's going to cost a pretty penny.
You Asked Ep 19 Feature

You Asked: how to turn off motion smoothing; Disney+ Atmos issues on Chromecast

We have some helpful hints on turning off motion smoothing, plus how to sidestep the lack of Atmos through your Chromecast.
A prototype Sony television with half the screen as normal, and half the screen showing a representation of how the new backlight system works.

Exclusive: An inside look at Sony’s exciting new mini-LED backlight tech

While other manufacturers try to one-up each other with specs, Sony has been working to improve its mini-LED technology. And the results are remarkable.
Man wearing Beats Studio Pro (front view).

Does Apple Music sound weak? It’s not your headphones’ fault

Did you get a new set of Apple or Beats headphones over the holidays, then discover that Apple Music doesn't sound as good as it used to? Here's why.
You Asked Ep 18

You asked: Should you buy a 70-inch TV, do you really need a Blu-ray player, and more?

More of your questions, answered. Are all Blu-ray players created equal? Will there ever be Micro-Lens Array QD-OLEDs? And what's up with eARC HDMI 2.1?
The Dyson Zone air-purifying ANC headphones on a model.

The weirdest and wildest AV gear of 2023

As 2023 comes to a close, we're looking back at some of the more interesting and weirdest audio/visual and home theater gear that wowed us throughout the year.
A collection of open-ear earbuds in their charging cases.

Open-ear earbuds and spatial audio ruled 2023 — and they’ll be even bigger in 2024

Open-ear earbuds and spatial audio were massive trends in 2023. Here's a recap of what we saw and heard, and what it could mean for 2024.
Amazon Fire TV AI-generated art.

As streaming shatters, here’s how Amazon wants to glue it back together with AI

Amazon already has previewed some of what's coming to Fire TV in 2024. But we know that's just a tease of what's likely to come.
Close up of Sonos logo on a Sonos Arc soundbar.

7 things Sonos’ first headphones will need to get right

Excited for the rumored Sonos headphones? So are we. But as the company enters brand new territory, success is far from guaranteed.
You Asked Ep 17 Feature

You Asked: TVs over fireplaces, Sonos vs. Wi-Fi smart speakers, and 3D TVs

We provide expert advice on your burning questions, like whether it is ever OK to mount a TV over a fireplace, Sonos versus smart speakers, and 3D OLED TVs.
The dash of the 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV.

How televisions point the way for a future with CarPlay and Android Auto

Imagine having to buy a television that didn't allow you to also use a Roku or Fire TV stick. That doesn't sound like fun, does it?