Gaming monitor vs. TV: Why a TV could be your next gaming monitor
TVs are increasingly making a strong case as an alternative to gaming monitors. Here's what new, and why you might want to make the switch.
Watch: Go behind the scenes as Fox makes Super Bowl broadcast history
Check out our highlights from behind the scenes access at Super Bowl LIV, the first big game to be broadcast in 4K HDR. We should you what you can't see from your TV.
How Verizon’s Super Bowl demo finally got me excited for 5G
Verizon spent 80 million dollars blanketing Miami in 5G ahead of Super Bowl LIV. What does that mean? We'll show you how 5G will enhance the fan experience for the big game.
Super Bowl 2020: The madness and magic behind the game’s first 4K HDR broadcast
Embedded with Fox Sports, we take you to Super Bowl LIV to show you how the first 4K HDR broadcast of the event is getting put together.
Super Bowl LIV will be broadcast in 4K HDR, but there’s a catch
Fox will broadcast Super Bowl LIV in 4K HDR through several cable and satellite operators as well as its streaming apps. But not all streaming platforms are supported. We're going behind the scenes in Miami to bring you the story behind how this event will transpire. Here's everything you need to know.
These are the most exciting new TVs coming in 2020
We're calling it early. Based on what we saw at CES this year, we think these TV models are going to be the standouts of 2020.
Another app? With Peacock, NBC tries to roll back the clock to cable
NBC finally unveiled Peacock, its new streaming service, during an investor event Thursday, including details on the content, availability, and pricing. I already hate it and have no plans to subscribe to either the free or paid options. Here's why it's a step backward for streaming.
Why you should wait to buy a new 2020 TV
You may be tempted to pick up a new TV right now, but it is worth holding off for the new crop coming out later this year. The latest TVs have a flood of new features we've been eagerly awaiting, from HDMI 2.1 to ATSC 3.0. Here's why your patience will be rewarded if you wait for a 2020 model this year.
Beats Solo Pro review: Better Beats
Beats' latest entry to its most popular line of headphones is the Beats Solo Pro, succeeding the Solo 3 Wireless. It now sports active noise-cancellation.
Sony’s 2019 TV lineup includes a 98-inch 8K LED that costs more than a Corvette
The Sony 2019 TV lineup is revealed, including 8K and 4K models ranging in size from 43- to 98-inches and in price from $650 to a number much, much larger. The models will be available soon and look to be some of Sony's best yet.
Vivint Smart Home Security System review
As smart home and security devices become increasingly common and consumer-friendly, one might be inclined to try to DIY their smart home. But once security is tossed in the picture, monitoring and customer service become essential. We explore Vivint’s smart home security system to rank it among its peers.
The best TVs of CES 2019, from 8K to 219-inch Micro LEDs to roll-up OLEDs
We pounded 16 miles of CES 2019 show floor, carefully considered each TV from every major manufacturer, and have compiled the best into this one handy guide, with plenty of pictures and links to our videos diving deep into each model.
LG’s new projector uses two freakin’ laser beams for punchy color
LG's new Cinebeam projector uses a dual-laser light system for improved color accuracy and punch. With integrated speakers and WebOS installed, it's a one-and-done for home theater enthusiasts who can't install a conventional projector.
Samsung’s blistering 219-inch Micro LED TV will cook your eyeballs, blow your mind
No, you will never fit a 219-inch TV in your living room. But don't let that stop you from drooling over Samsung's 219-inch Micro LED showstopper of a screen, on display at CES 2019 for the first time. If you wanted to see a true, mind-blowing spectacle at CES, this is it.
We were wrong. Samsung is ready to put OLED on notice with a 75-inch MicroLED TV
Last year at CES, Samsung revealed it was working on an OLED rival by showing off a massive MicroLED display that was literally the size of a wall. This year, it has shrunken the technology down from 146 inches to 75 inches to prove it can produce TVs ready for consumer homes.
LG’s roll-up OLED TV is every bit as magical as you’ve imagined
After years of teasing prototypes and dropping hints, LG is finally really to sell a flexible OLED television. The sales-ready version shown at CES 2019 rolls up into a base that also contains speakers, and it looks absolutely astounding.
LG Display’s latest 8K OLED TV screen is also a Dolby Atmos speaker
LG's latest move in OLED TVs sees an 88-inch 8K screen become the TV's speaker system. Though this technology has been seen before in Sony televisions, LG is now delivering Dolby Atmos sound from the display. The technology is expected to be seen in upcoming Sony OLED TVs.
At CES 2019, LG’s new 8K TVs push the edge of the technology envelope
Details on the premium TVs LG will bring to CES 2019 include more than just bigger screens and higher resolution. HDMI 2.1, eARC, and Amazon Alexa are all exciting new features making an appearance, too. We discuss all the key elements you can expect in LG's sparkling new TV lineup.
LG C8 Series OLED TV review
LG’s C8 OLED sets the standard by which other OLED TVs are judged and tops our list of the best TVs you can buy. This beauty from LG earned the title thanks to stellar picture quality, excellent ease of use, rich features, and a relatively approachable price point.
Smart grills are dumb. Here’s why you’re better off keeping it simple
Once wooed by the allure of a smart grill, we have come to realize that smart grills aren't that smart an investment after all. At least, not yet. Like many smart devices, the parts that make a grill smart can often be the biggest pain point. Here's why your money is better spent on a quality dumb grill.
Sony X900F series (XBR65X900F) review
Sony does it again with the outstanding X900F 4K HDR LED/LCD TV. With excellent contrast, remarkably accurate color, and punchy HDR processing, Sony proves it has the chops to make the best TVs in the world. The X900F just happens to be one of the more affordable premium options.
Dolby turns Lenovo laptops and Yoga Books into mobile home theaters
Dolby has partnered with Lenovo to integrate Dolby Atmos and Dolby vision in the computer company's laptop and Yoga Books, enhancing the movie and TV watching experience in meaningful way. We went hands-on with the Yoga 930 for the video seen above and were impressed with the results.
8K is the next big thing in TVs. Get over it
The arrival of 8K TVs is being met with frustration, disbelief, and even anger. Why? We explore the complaints expressed by media and consumers alike and discuss why our 8K future is not only inevitable, but an evolution we should be excited about.
LG microLED TV sneaks into IFA, takes a swipe at Samsung
LG isn't making a big deal about it, but the company did show up to IFA 2018 in Berlin with a huge microLED TV. Tucked behind nondescript velvet curtains, the big bright display takes a silent swipe at Samsung, which showed off a microLED TV at CES 2018 earlier this year.
Samsung’s 85-inch 8K QLED TV is now up for pre-order for a cool $15K
Samsung has taken the wraps off its new 85-inch 8K QLED TV, an ultra-premium display that offers the company's most advanced TV technology available to date. The best news? If you've got $15,000 handy, you can actually pre-order one of these monsters right now. We've got all the details for you here.
Bang & Olufsen’s E6 inject sleeker style into sporty wireless headphones
Does the world need another pair of wireless sports headphones? Danish luxury audio brand Bang & Olufsen thinks so, and after some hands-on time, we're inclined to agree.
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Edge is the wireless home speaker you won’t want to hide
Bang & Olufsen unleashed a looker of a wireless home speaker at IFA 2018 today, the Beosound Edge. Its deceivingly simple design is outdone only by its sound quality, and you're going to want to have a look and listen. Read our full impression here for all the details.
Up close with LG’s 88-inch 8K OLED TV. Here’s why it matters | Video
LG has unveiled the first 88-inch 8K OLED TV and is showing it publicly at IFA 2018. Here's why we're excited to see an 8K OLED, even though naysayers suggest it's a technology before its time.
IFA 2018: 8K TV, AI everything, and more trends we expect to see
Europe's biggest technology show is starting, and this is a year you will not want to miss. We've rounded up the trends and secrets you need to know ahead of IFA's official launch later this week. From 8K TVs to robot wearables, we've got it all right here.
Sony announces pricing for its stunning A9F and Z9F Master Series TVs
Sony dropped a bombshell of a TV in July, the long-anticipated Z9F. The new flagship 4K HDR LED/LCD TV replaces the venerable Z9D announced two years ago. Now both models have been priced and are available for pre-order, so we dig deep into what makes this TV so special.
TCL 6-series (55R617) Roku TV review
TCL’s 6-Series Roku TV is one of the most anticipated TVs of 2018 thanks to its promise of excellent picture quality for a remarkably low price. We explore whether this new set from the up and coming manufacturer delivers on lofty expectations.
Amazon knows it’s in the doghouse over Prime Day glitch
Amazon's on Fire and not in the way it intended. Mere seconds after Amazon's Prime Day went live at 3 p.m. ET/12 p.m. PT on Monday, the online mega-retailer crashed and burned. The company is apparently working very hard to restore the site. We will provide updates as more information comes in.
LG OLED E8 series (OLED65E8PUA) review
LG’s reign as king of OLED TVs continues with the E8 series, an outstanding, premium entry for 2018 which offers upscaled design and enhanced sound quality to justify its premium pricing over the less expensive C8 series OLEDs. Is an OLED TV right for you, and if so, is the E8 the right choice? We have those answers and more.
Samsung Q9FN series (QN65Q9FN) review
The Samsung Q9FN is one of the best TVs you can buy in 2018 and its easily the best TV Samsung has ever made. When you learn why, though, you may be surprised to see that picture quality wasn’t the final determining factor.
How Savant makes a complex smart home run like a Swiss watch
Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri may be able to talk to a bunch of different devices, but so far they aren't proven to be as good at making multiple devices work together in concert. In order to fully automate a home, it helps to enlist home automation services from a company like Savant.
DT Daily: Amazon is planning to build Alexa-enabled home robots
How would you like to have your Alexa speaker follow you around the house? Amazon is developing a new home robot that could see the light of day sometime this year. Project Vesta the robot could end up being a super early predecessor to a fully-functioning robot Butler or maid.
DT Daily: Google upgrades Android texting with RCS Chat
Text messaging on Android is a little bit behind the times. The native Chat app relies on old carrier based SMS technology which is lagging well behind Apple's iMessage and Facebook Messenger. Now a new standard pioneered by Google promises to bring Chat out of the dark ages.