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  • All of the Roku Streaming Players Compared

    If you’re a bit lost by the different Roku models available, we break down the options, compare the features and give you recommendations for every situation.

  • How to Watch TV with Wireless Headphones

    We share our picks for the best Bluetooth headphones for watching TV and the best Bluetooth transmitter, in case your TV doesn't have Bluetooth built-in.

  • TCL S Class 5.1 Soundbar: Big Sound, Small Price, Effortless Install

    The TCL S Class 5.1 soundbar delivers a significant audio boost over what's available from most TVs, with good surround separation for movie soundtracks.

  • TCL S Class S4: A Big Beautiful Picture with a Small Price Tag

    In the $500 range, there's a lot to choose from, but the TCL S Class S4 more than holds its own against the competition in terms of price and features.

  • Samsung Freestyle 2: A Portable Projector with Big Ambitions

    Our testing found that the Samsung FreeStyle 2 definitely sits at the upper end of portable projectors, with a big, bright picture and sound to match.

  • Sonos One vs Sonos Era 100: Should You Upgrade?

    For most people looking to buy a standalone Sonos speaker, the Era 100 is the way to go. It's a feature-rich upgrade to the One and worth the extra $30.

  • TCL Q7 QLED TV Boasts Top-Flight Picture Performance Under $1,000

    The TCL Q7 has a crisp, uniform picture and enough smart TV features to keep the whole family happy, making it one of the best 4K TVs under $1,000.

  • Samsung Neo QLED 4K 65-inch Smart TV QN90C: A Movie Lover's Dream TV

    Samsung's QN90C delivers a bright picture, without compromising on clarity or color, and offers one of the most accurate pictures available in 4K TV. 

  • Samsung HW-Q800C Soundbar Review: Serious Sound, Unobtrusive Design

    Samsung’s slim HW-Q800C soundbar and subwoofer pairing earns our Editor’s Choice, bringing simplicity and superior sound to the home theater experience.

  • 8 Tech Gift Ideas Under $50

    You don't have to spend a lot on high-quality tech gifts. Through our research and testing, we found eight products we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend.

  • Amazon's Alexa Voice Remote Pro Comes Loaded with Convenience Features

    Amazon packed in just about everything you’d want in an Alexa-enabled TV remote control and added buttons you can assign to control smart home devices.

  • The New Samsung S800B Defines the Ultra-Slim Soundbar Category

    The S800B is an innovative soundbar that defines the ultra-slim soundbar category, offering an aesthetic advantage and clear, balance sound. 

  • Samsung QN90B 4K Neo-QLED TV Hands-On

    The QN90B is a dead ringer for last year's excellent QN90A, but a new 14-bit processor delivers better picture quality compared to its predecessor.

  • Hands-on with the Samsung Freestyle Projector

    This serious display device is so portable and simple to operate that everyone will find a use, including sharing photos, watching movies and working.

  • 8 Stocking Stuffers Under $50

    Our research uncovered plenty of high-quality, affordable products we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend. Here are our favorite products under $50.

  • The Best Indoor TV Antenna for HD and 4K

    An HDTV antenna is a must-have accessory for cord-cutters. We the tested top-rated antennas to determine which provided the best real-world performance.

  • The Best Free YouTube Video Downloader Is Fast and Easy to Use

    Our tests show which free YouTube downloader offers safe, high-speed downloads of up to 8K videos and the ability to easily download playlists and channels.

  • The Best Free Movie Sites Ranked from Awesome to Awful

    We spent weeks evaluating nearly a dozen free streaming movie services to find those with the best selection of films with the fewest annoying ads.

  • The Best Ways to Get Netflix & Streaming Services On Your TV

    Looking to ditch the pricey cable package to bring Internet-enabled streaming video into your living room? You have plenty of options.

  • The Best TV Under $1,000

    The TCL 6-Series 65-inch 4K TV offers the best combination of picture quality, price, features, and ease of use for under $1,000. Here's why. 

  • 12 Useful Gifts Under $50

    A tight budget doesn't mean you need to fill stockings with a funny coffee mug, socks, or gift card. Here are 12 cool gadgets for less than 50 bucks each.

  • The Best Wireless Headphones for Watching TV

    Here are the wireless headphones that offer the best balance of sound quality, comfort, and wireless range for general viewers, as well as gamers and audiophiles.

  • 5 Best Ways to Watch TV with Wireless Headphones

    We share our picks for the best Bluetooth headphones for watching TV and the best Bluetooth transmitter, in case your TV Doesn't have Bluetooth built-in.

  • 14 Awesome Gift Ideas for Everyone on Your List

    The most-wanted tech gifts are all about screens: laptops, smartphones, televisions, tablets, and wearables. We have great options in these categories and more.

  • The Best Streaming Video Services

    Cable TV is expensive, but so is subscribing to dozens of streaming services. Let us help you spend your money wisely and pick the right service (or services) for you.

  • 5 Easy Ways to Get Netflix & Other Video Streaming Services On Your TV

    Looking to ditch the pricey cable package to bring Internet-enabled streaming video into your living room? You have plenty of options.

  • The Best Music Streaming Services

    Our picks for the best music streaming services offer 30+ million of songs, plenty of ways to find music, offline listening and extras that make them stand out.

  • 6 Best Google Assistant Speakers

    These six Google Assistant-enabled speakers are designed to meet your needs, whether you're inside or outside your home.

  • Review of the Apple HomePod

    It's difficult to recommend HomePod to anyone except Apple adherents. I simply cannot comprehend what needs HomePod fills or what value it presents.

  • 14 Stocking Stuffers Under $25

    You don’t have to spend a bundle to find a fun gift, even at the last minute.

  • Holiday Gift Ideas to Delight Your Significant Other

    There are plenty of options for your significant other that combine style and functionality and are sure to be appreciated. Check out our picks.

  • 14 Useful Products that Work with Alexa

    Here are 14 new products that are made more useful with the the addition of  voice control via Amazon's Alexa personal assistant. 

  • The Best Soundbar Under $250

    The Vizio SB3821-D6 has set a new soundbar price-performance benchmark, delivering authoritative bass, a natural-sounding midrange and clean treble.

  • Comparing the New Xbox One S vs. the Xbox One

    The Xbox One S obviously has remarkable ultra-high definition picture and sound quality. Should you get it?

  • The Best Affordable Outdoor Speakers

    The right outdoor speakers can make your next backyard party or beach trip a gathering to remember.

  • What Amazon Alexa Can Do & How to Get It

    Move over, Siri. Alexa, Amazon's voice-activated virtual helper, is here to make your life easier, more convenient and more productive.

  • Our 11 Favorite Travel Gadgets

    Before you head out on your next trip, consider these top travel gadgets including the best camera, luggage tracker, selfie stick and more.

  • Getting Started with Google Cardboard

     With a Google Cardboard headset and your smartphone, you can get your first virtual reality experience for a few dollars. Here's what you need to know.

  • The Best TV Under $1,000

    The Vizio E65-C3 has superior picture quality at a very competitive price, while the Vizio M55-C2 offers the best 4K TV on a budget.

  • The Best Noise-Canceling Headphones

    Effective noise reduction, on-the-ear comfort and high quality sound, make the Philips Fidelio NC1 our pick for the best noise-canceling headphones. 

  • The Best Music Streaming Services

    There are many streaming music options but which one is best? We look at the major services and break down which one is right for you.

  • Review of the Philips Shoqbox Mini BT2200

    The Philips Shoqbox Mini is a handy little portable Bluetooth speaker with the ability to serve double-duty in the shower.

  • 6 Video Games Kids Will Love

    The hottest games for the holidays have arrived. Our top picks that are sure to keep gamers of all ages engaged for hours.

  • The Best Wireless Music System

    The Sonos Wireless HiFi System delivers terrific sound, a broad range of music services, a simple-to-use app and best-in-class whole-home coverage.

  • The Best Portable Bluetooth Speaker

    The combination of excellent sound quality, long-lasting battery, easy portability and water resistance makes the Ultimate Ears BOOM Bluetooth speaker our top pick.

  • The Best Indoor HDTV Antenna

    The combination of a small sleek design, positive reviews and low price make the Mohu Leaf our pick for the best indoor HDTV antenna.

  • The Best TVs for Watching Sports

    What are the best TVs for watching sports? We tell you what to look for, plus our top model recommendations.

  • Review of the TiVo Roamio

    TiVo's new Roamio DVRs give you superior DVR features to those you get with your cable set-top box but are they worth the price?

  • The Best Xbox One Games

    With so many games on the shelves, you need to know what's the hottest titles for the Xbox One this season. We've got you covered.

  • The Best PlayStation 3 & PlayStation 4 Games

    The hottest games for the PlayStation 3 and PlayStation 4 have arrived. Check out our top picks for action, sports, racing and other titles.

  • Xbox One vs. PlayStation 4: Which is Best for You?

    Which next-gen console is right for you or your kids? Check out our breakdown of what the Xbox One and PlayStation 4 have to offer.

  • The Best Soundbar: JBL Cinema SB400

    The JBL Cinema SB400 wins our award for Best Soundbar with excellent surround sound effects and the best deep bass we’ve heard from a soundbar.
  • The Best TV Under $500: Samsung PN51F4500

    The 51-inch Samsung PN51F4500 may be bare bones, but it has excellent picture quality, making it the best TV for under $500.

  • Best Soundbar under $300: Vizio S4221w-C4

    The Vizio S4221w-C4 is the best soundbar under $300, hands down. Find out why it's our top pick.

  • 6 Great YouTube Channels for the Latest News

    Keep up on the latest news without a TV with our favorite YouTube news channels.

  • Review of Google Chromecast

    Google delivers a new $35 device to get streaming video to your TV. Can it compete?

  • Can Sony’s X-Reality-PRO Make Low-Quality Video Look Better?

    TV manufacturers have come up with ways to enhance even low-quality, standard-definition fare. Does it really make a difference?

  • How to Buy Headphones

    Take these features into consideration before buying your next pair of headphones.

  • The Best Places to Find Free Music Online

    You'll be surprised where you can find free, legal music on the Internet.

  • Best Sites for Selling Old Video Games

    Have a bin of old video games at home? Here's how the best trade-in sites stack up.

  • The 6 Best Apps to Watch TV With

    These second screen or companion apps make multitasking entertainment fun.

  • Review of the Roku Streaming Stick

    The Roku Streaming Stick offers the features of a streaming-video set-top box in the form of a plug-in stick.

  • Review of the Apple iPod touch (Gen 5) and iPod nano (Gen 7)

    The gap narrows between iPod touch and iPhone, making the Gen 5 device a worthy upgrade. The rationale for upgrading to iPod nano Gen 7 is less clear.

  • Review of PlayLater Streaming Video DVR

    PlayLater acts as a DVR for streamed video services like Netflix, Amazon Instant Video and HBO Go, as well as network TV.

  • The Best Soundbars for Your TV

    Add one of these soundbars (Single Speaker Surround Sound) to dramatically improve your HDTV's sound quality without taking over your living room.

  • Protect Your Kid's Hearing with Sound-Limiting Headphones

    Protect your kid's hearing two ways. Limit the volume on their devices to about 75% and invest in sound-limiting headphones.

  • Products that Make Your TV Smart

    Adding a Digital Media Player or a Blu-ray disc player with apps will convert almost any TV into a Smart TV.

  • Our Favorite Music Streaming Services

    Enjoy millions of songs for free with one of these great music streaming services.

  • Review of the Sony PS Vita

    Sony's new handheld game system, PS Vita, packs a gorgeous touchscreen, great games and tons of media options. But is it worth the steep price?

  • Most Violent Video Games of 2011: Parents Take Note

    Here are a some of the most violent video games released in 2011. Parents, take note.

  • Great Video Game Accessories and Bundles

    Here are our top picks for the best video game hardware bundles and accessories for Nintendo DS, Wii, PS3 and Xbox 360.

  • Cut the Cord between Your TV and Your Gear

    With a with a wireless HDMI kit that mounts behind the TV, you can rid your TV of unsightly wires.

  • The Best Nintendo 3DS Games

    We pick the standouts from the first round of Nintendo 3DS games.

  • Review: Nintendo 3DS Delivers Serious Mobile Gaming

    The most buzz-worthy feature of the new Nintendo 3DS is its no-glasses 3D display, but when it comes to actually playing a game, it’s the cameras and controls that provide the real breakthroughs.

  • Skype Video Chat Goes Beyond Computers

    Internet-connected TVs, Blu-ray players, cell phones, even the iPod touch all let you video chat using Skype.

  • Jambox Speaker Delivers Big Sound from your Phone

    Jambox is a perfectly portable and surprisingly powerful Bluetooth speaker that turns your phone into an instant boombox and hands-free speakerphone.

  • ESRB App Delivers Detailed Game Ratings

    The Entertainment Software Ratings Board mobile app delivers detailed computer and video game ratings, with examples, to your iPhone or Android phone.

  • Hands-on Review of Microsoft Kinect for Xbox 360

    Our hands-on review of the Microsoft Kinect for Xbox 360 makes it clear that this is a great system for families with tweens and teens who want fun gaming, movies, music and more.

  • Products that Donate to Breast Cancer Research

    If you're going to buy a product, why not make it count. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, we've compiled a list of products and websites that make a donation for every purchase.

  • There’s No Such Thing as an LED TV

    Despite all the hoopla, LED is not a new type of flat screen technology. LED is simply the latest – and most significant – advancement in old LCD HDTV technology.

  • First Review - Microsoft Kinect for Xbox 360

    Kinect (formerly “Project Natal”) for Xbox 360 is a peripheral that senses the placement and motion of your body to move and play on the screen—no controller required at all.

  • Tivoli Introduces the Most Beautiful Clock Radio

    Tivoli upgrades its beautiful table radio, the Model One, with a dual alarm clock, a variety of wood and lacquer cabinet colors and more radio features, including RDS for displaying song titles and 5 station presets.

  • Outdoor Speakers that Blend with Your Decor

    Here are some speaker options that will let you enjoy your tunes in style while relaxing on the patio, in the garden or by the pool.

  • Acoustic Research XSight Touch Universal Remote Review

    With a color touchscreen and backlit keypad, the Acoustic Research XSight Touch universal remote delivers the functionality of all your remotes, plus one-button access to activities like "Watch TV."

  • Holiday 2009 Tech Toys for Kids

    No lumps of coal here! From sports to arts and crafts to learning, we've picked the best tech toys for tots to tweens.

  • Boston Acoustics Duo-i plus Brings Style and Sound to Any Room

    More than a just a clock radio, Boston Acoustics’s Duo-i plus will easily bring beautiful music to any room in the house.

  • Products and Services that Give Back to Breast Cancer Research

    If you're going to buy a product, use a search engine or play a game anyway, why not make it count. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, we've compiled a list of products and services that give back for every purchase or use.

  • Video Games that Let Parents Help Young Kids as They Play

    Looking to spend some time playing video games with a younger child? These games let you play alongside you child, helping out as needed.

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