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You Asked: debunking TV calibration myths, and are TVs too bright?
On this week's You Asked, we debunk the idea that more nits is always better, and what getting your TV professionally calibrated really means.
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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Fun Fact: Dish lets you skip commercials on primetime shows
Dish's AutoHop feature takes programming from your DVR and filters out the ads automatically. Here's how it works, what you need to do, and where to get it.
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7 reasons you should consider cable TV instead of streaming
Times are changing and you'll be surprised to know that there are advantages of cable TV and traditional TV services that you may have missed out on recently.
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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.
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