LG G4 OLED vs. Samsung S95D: best of the best face off
Two of the best TVs we've ever tested go head-to-head. But in the end, there can be only one.
The 10-second rule: How Amazon Prime Video tries to keep live sports as live as possible
Streaming live sports is complicated. But when you're streaming an exclusive NFL game, the stakes are even higher.
Casting for all? Hotel TVs finally support AirPlay and Google Cast
LG and Samsung have announced that their hospitality TVs are getting AirPlay and Google Cast, but is this really the answer?
Beats Pill vs. Bose SoundLink Max: It’s a numbers game
Two Bluetooth speakers, both alike in stature. But one of these things is not like the other when it comes to the Bose SoundLink Max and new Beats Pill.
You Asked: Dolby Vision and Atmos for old movies, bad built-in audio
On today’s You Asked: Can an old movie really be in Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos? Is built-in TV audio ever going to get better? And what to do with an old TV?
You Asked: Why are bigger TVs so much more expensive?
This week on You Asked: Why are bigger TVs so much more expensive? Contrast enhancer on TVs, yay or nay? Is TV brightness about to hit a power wall?
Staring deep into the anti-glare abyss of the Samsung S95D
The jury isn't quite back on whether Samsung's new anti-glare and anti-reflection screen on its S95D OLED is here to stay — that'll be up to the consumers.
You Asked: Buy 2024 TVs? Or snag 2023 TVs at a discount?
In this week's You Asked, we tackle one big question: Should you buy 2024 TV or snag a 2023 model on a discount?
I used earbuds that made me feel like I’m living in the future
Nothing's earbuds bring ChatGPT into your ears. I tried it out for myself, and it's a (mostly) magical and futuristic experience.
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Everything you wanted to know about Filmmaker Mode on your TV
Your new TV has all kinds of picture modes. And Filmmaker Mode may be one of the more confounding options. Here's everything you need to know about it.
You Asked: Sony vs. Sony, neon TVs, and YouTube in HDR
This week: Why buy one Sony over another, the grass can be too green, and why isn't there more HDR content on YouTube?
You Asked: 4K OLED vs. 8K Mini-LED. And are built-in apps good enough?
On today’s episode of You Asked: 4K OLED versus 8K mini-LED. Are built-in TV streaming apps better? And is the Bravia 9 going to be better than an OLED?
Onn 4K Pro vs. Chromecast with Google TV 4K: $50 streaming devices face off
While Walmart surprised us with its powerful and feature-rich Onn 4K Pro streamer, the stalwart Chromecast with Google TV isn't going down without a fight.
You Asked: All about the acronyms, baby
We're as guilty as anyone when it comes to throwing around acronyms as if they're how people actually talk. So let's get into the ABCs of ABL and WGC ASAP.
You Asked: The 8K chicken meets the 8K egg
This week in You Asked, it's 8K all day as we answer your questions about this type of TV tech.
Faster to use, but missing many features, the new Sonos app is a work in progress
Sonos' biggest app redesign in years is being met with a storm of criticism. Here's what the company got right, and where it went astray.
A first look at Hisense’s 2024 TV lineup already impresses
Hisense looks to be making all the right movies in 2024, and that's a great thing if you're in the market for a new TV.
You Asked: The Moire effect strikes, open-box TV tips, and where’d the curves go?
This week on You Asked: What is Moire effect, and can you do anything about it? When is it safe to buy an open-box TV? Are there any curved TVs you can buy?
Beats headphones showdown: Solo 4 vs. Studio Pro
Beats has a couple good headphone contenders in the Beats Solo 4 and Beats Studio Pro. But which is right for you? We'll help you decide.
Two years later, over-the-counter hearing aids are still finding their groove
Americans have been able to buy over-the-counter hearing aids for almost two years. Have they made a difference? We ask the experts.
You Asked: Is Amazon hiding the Blu-rays? And where’s the Sony XM6?
On this week’s You Asked: Is Amazon trying to kill Blu-ray discs? Are the Sony XM6 headphones coming?
You Asked: Sony surround, FlexConnect vs. Sony HT-A9, LG G4 vs. Samsung S95D
This week on You Asked: Should you use Samsung's Intelligence Mode? The differences between Dolby FlexConnect and Sony HT-A9. A preview of a big OLED showdown.
What we want to see from the next Apple TV 4K
Apple TV 4K is the best streaming device you can buy — but that doesn't mean it can't be better. This is what we'd like to see added to the next version.
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?
You Asked: HDMI 2.1 and Blu-ray, TV life spans, and 2023 TV price drops
How long should a QLED TV last? Will 2023 TV prices go down even further? And whatever happened to dual-cell TV tech?
Spatial audio via headphones: how science crams 9 speakers and a subwoofer inside your head
If spatial audio formats like Dolby Atmos normally use a bunch of speakers arranged around your room, how can you hear it using headphones?
You Asked: Mixing AV brands, the best headphones for TV viewing, and more
Do you have to stick to one brand for all of your AV components? What are the best headphones for watching TV? Which TVs have the best built-in audio?
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 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.
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.
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?
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.