If I had $1,000 to spend on AV gear, here’s what I’d get
Here's our expert advice on how to build the best entertainment system for your needs for under $1,000.
The 10 best video games of 2023
After a historic year for video games, these 10 releases beat out the competition to make our annual year-end list.
You Asked: Do perfect LCD panels exist?
In this installment of You Asked: Is there such a thing as a perfect LCD panel? What is frame rate control? And we'll decode Samsung soundbar model numbers.
Logitech’s A50 X is a gaming headset and HDMI switcher in one
Logitech put a multi-console HDMI switcher inside of an impressive gaming headset, but it isn't cheap.
You Asked: Is Dolby Vision a must-have? And how to handle Atmos with irregular ceilings
In this installment of You Asked, we'll break down whether no Dolby Vision is a deal-breaker, how to get Atmos sound with funky ceilings, and plasma upgrades.
HTC just fixed a major shortcoming of standalone VR headsets
HTC Vive announced new full-body trackers to animate your VRChat avatar and help sports trainers and game developers track movement.
You Asked 12: streaming audio, hotel TVs, and OLED burn-in
In this installment of You Asked, we tackle the wild volume disparity between streaming apps, how to change hotel TV settings, and more.
Bring the Grinch to your front door with new Ring Quick Replies
Ring is adding several Quick Replies to its video doorbells, all of which are inspired by The Grinch. Here's a look at all six dialogue options.
iPhone 15 Pro vs. iPhone 14 Pro: is it really worth upgrading?
The iPhone 15 Pro is the latest Pro iPhone you can buy. But if you already have the iPhone 14 Pro, do you really need to upgrade? Let's find out.
You Asked 10: picture calibration, best budget buys, and premium small screens
Why do sports look so terrible on TVs? Why don’t manufacturers calibrate their TVs at the factory? We dive in to this and more in this episode of You Asked.
JLab jumps into hi-res and Bluetooth LE audio with $200 Epic Lab Edition earbuds
JLab's latest wireless earbuds promise its best audio quality yet, with hi-res support and compatibility with Bluetooth LE Audio.
You Asked: Dolby Atmos and EDID, minimalist soundbars, and HDMI 2.1
Just because content is available with Dolby Atmos doesn't mean you can stream it that way. Learn why, plus why you can stop worrying about HDMI 2.1 ports.
How to watch Apple’s ‘Scary Fast’ Mac launch event if you missed it
If you missed Apple's live-stream event on Monday night showcasing new gear, it's still possible to watch the 30-minute broadcast.
You Asked: plasma TV replacements, cheap OLEDs, and Sharp’s return
Our resident AV expert offers advice on replacing plasma TVs, if cheap OLEDs are worth it, and the surprising return of Sharp TVs
You Asked: streaming inequality, Dragon showdown, and holy grail TVs
In the seventh installment of our reader question series, we talk streaming service quality, TV FOMO, and an ultimate sound system showdown.
Martin Scorsese: film director, movie lover, TikTok star?
Martin Scorsese has won an Oscar and a Grammy, and is a respected filmmaker worldwide, but now he's earned a status few thought he'd ever achieve: TikTok star.
You Asked: Sonos setups, 5,000 nits, and dumb TVs
In this installment of You Asked, we tackle tricky Sonos setups, how many nits of brightness is too many, and some smart ideas about dumb TVs.
Do old Pixel Watch bands fit the Google Pixel Watch 2?
Google's new Pixel Watch 2 is here. But can you use your old bands with it?
Sony Bravia X95L mini-LED vs. TCL QM8 QLED: The best LCD TV and the one you should buy
I've already declared the Sony X95L the best LCD I've ever tested, so is comparing it to the TCL QM8 even fair? The answer may surprise you.
You Asked: Soundbars vs. receivers, TVs with no speakers, and car stereos
We tackle reader questions in the You Asked series of columns. This week, it's soundbars versus AV receivers, speakerless TVs, HDMI bandwidth, and car stereos.
Is Dolby Atmos FlexConnect a potential soundbar killer?
I really want to be excited about Dolby Atmos FlexConnect, but I have some reservations. Here's why I'm skeptical about the new tech.
You Asked: Why we don’t buy the TVs we review
We answer the most frequently asked question we get about TV reviews: Why don't we just buy the TVs we review? There are more reasons than you might think.
Sonos Atmos vs. Nakamichi Dragon: beauty and the beast
It's the sleek and sexy Sonos beauty versus the beastly Nakamichi Dragon in a head-to-head comparison of the surround sound systems.
You Asked: How to add a subwooofer to Apple Homepods, Hisense UX review question
In this installment of You Asked, we tackle your questions about the Hisense UX, taking TV temperatures, and accessibility options with optical
TCL QM8 vs. Hisense U8K: budget battle royale
When it comes to bang-for-your-buck TVs, these two are ahead of the pack. Find out which one is best for you.
Why TCL’s 5,000-nit X955 is a brightness bomb of QD-mini-LED
The new TCL flagship TV promises unprecedented brightness power and brightness control.
TCL’s new QD-Mini LED televisions point to a very bright future
TCL's trio of QD-Mini LED televisions shine a major light on the future of the company's high-end TVs.
You Asked: Why TVs with same model numbers have different specs
You've got more questions about TVs — and other things. And our resident TV expert has answers. And other things.
You Asked: best TVs for bright rooms, when to use eARC, and more
You have questions. We have answers. The Digital Trends community has tons of great AV questions and we're going answer them in our new series: You Asked.
Galaxy Watch 6 Classic vs. Galaxy Watch 5 Pro: Which Samsung watch is best?
You want to buy Samsung's top 2023 smartwatch, but which is it? The Galaxy Watch 6 Classic or the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro? We've got the answer right here.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 vs. Galaxy Z Fold 4: worth the upgrade?
The Galaxy Z Fold 4 proved foldables are ready for prime time. Now, Samsung takes that to the next level with the Galaxy Z Fold 5. But is it a worthy upgrade?
Is the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 waterproof?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 is the newest entry in Samsung's foldable range. But is the phone waterproof or water resistant? We found the answer.
Does the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 have a headphone jack?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 is the newest and the most feature-rich foldable launched at Unpacked 2023. But does it offer a headphone jack?
Is the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 waterproof?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 is the newest clamshell phone in town. But how good is it as a poolside aide? Find out more about its water resistance here.