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by Atane Ofiaja · Posted 01/10/2023
Samsung
Samsung announced the SmartThings Station, a cost-effective smart home hub and fast charging pad. The hub will function as the “brain” of your smart home ecosystem, connecting and automating devices such as thermostats, lighting, power outlets, surveillance cameras, and more for customized presets and routines. What’s exciting about the SmartThings Station is that it will also support Matter-enabled devices for even more interoperability across smart products.
Philips
Speaking of interoperability, Philips announced that its Hue Sync TV
by Richard Stevens · Posted 01/04/2023
At CES 2023, Hisense continued its mission to deliver high-end TV technology at all price points. There's no better example of this than the company's newest U6K series TV, which features Dolby Vision, HDR 10, HDR 10+, Quantum Dot, and mini-LED backlighting technology, starting at under $500, and display ranges between 50 and a whopping 85 inches. Hisense's new U7K series pushes the envelope even further with features like ULED Technology for even greater contrast performance, Calman color correction compatibility, and support for IMAX
by John Foldi · Posted 01/04/2023
In celebration of the OLED TV’s 10th anniversary, LG reminisced about previous milestones—such as the rollable SIGNATURE OLED R and bendable OLED Flex—and set a new one with the introduction of the wireless M3. LG also expanded nearly every aspect of the existing Z3, G3, and C3 OLED evo lines for the new year, improving internal processing, enhancing the webOS platform, and other updates. If LG’s 2023 offerings are any indication, the future looks as bright as its OLED self-lit pixels.
LG SIGNATURE OLED M3
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by John Foldi · Posted 01/04/2023
Ushering in a new era of home entertainment, Samsung has announced its 2023 lineup of Mini-LED and OLED televisions and lifestyle projectors. Building upon previous successes and existing hardware, Samsung leverages AI deep learning to enhance visual quality, while offering the latest in cloud gaming and built-in smart home control. All smart TVs also come equipped with Samsung TV Plus, for 100% free, ad-supported TV programming. In 2023, Samsung not only offers you new TVs and projectors, but also provides a centerpiece for your modern and
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted 12/29/2022
Setting up a functional home office space/guest bedroom has been a never-ending journey. I was sure I wanted to add a 42" OLED TV to sit beside my computer to serve as a second display (when needed) and as entertainment, but a big uncertainty was finding a sound system to work with it. The room is small, and I wasn’t going to build out a true sound system, so a soundbar became the go-to option. I eventually landed on the Sony HT-A5000, which is admittedly a bit large for the TV and desk it sits on. However, this was before the
by Atane Ofiaja · Posted 12/14/2022
Posted 12/10/2022
The Hisense PX1 and PX1-PRO bring the latest advancements in projector technology, with stunning cinema-accurate images, tack-sharp 4K projection, 10-Bit, and more. Would you add either of these projectors to your home theater setup?
0:00 - Introduction
0:51 - Specs for Each Projector
2:02 - PX1-PRO
5:23 - More on Specs
7:11 - Final Thoughts
by Nicholas Messitte · Posted 11/29/2022
There is no accessory more fundamental than a good pair of headphones. They link our ears, privately, to music, media, and entertainment. These days, there is so much content to enjoy that the number of options can be overwhelming. The same is true with the sheer number of headphones on the market. There are so many different kinds available, you might want some help sorting through the possibilities.
In this article, we’ll look at several
by Atane Ofiaja · Posted 11/17/2022
amaran just unveiled its new 16.4' SM5c RGB Smart LED Light Strip, along with a companion light strip extension. Suitable for home entertainment setups, home studios, musicians, livestreamers, podcasters, and content creators, the strip and its extension enable users to set the ideal lighting ambiance in their space via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi
by M. Brett Smith · Posted 11/01/2023
The holidays are here, which means it’s time to unfurl those shopping lists, unfreeze your credit cards, and cast aside any concerns about cost or consequence. However, if you’re not feeling so cavalier with your capital—fear not. We’ve compiled a list of 50 great gifts, all under $50. We’re talking stocking stuffers, high-quality bargain-buys, and all-around great gear for a price that won’t cause your credit score to V-fib.
Nothing’s worse than your phone (or tablet) dying while you’re out and about. That’s why the
by Atane Ofiaja · Posted 11/14/2022
There’s no shortage of surveillance cameras on the market right now and that’s a good thing. Most of these solutions are competent enough and get the job done. For these applications, the cameras capture surveillance footage of incidents as they happen. While valuable, what these solutions offer is passive video surveillance. With the captured footage, you can only react to whatever incident occurred after the fact. As technology marches on, we don’t need to rely on the old way of doing things. Better exists.
Three-In-One Cameras
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by Mos Khan · Posted 11/10/2022
Well, it's official: streaming media has officially won the content wars. Physical media fought hard, but in the end, its limited resources could not compete with the ever-expanding, ever-improving technological juggernaut that is online streaming. Please take a moment to honor all the fallen Blu-ray players and cable boxes that served us so well over the years.
All right. Now, that that's done, we can celebrate the winner of the content wars: streaming! Here are the best streaming media devices you can buy in 2022.
Roku Streaming Stick 4K
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by Mos Khan · Posted 11/07/2022
The holidays are upon us and if you need some ideas for what to get dear old Dad, we've got you covered. Our guide includes a wide range of tech gifts from brands like Apple, Sony, DJI, and more. No two dads are alike, so the staff at Explora has put together recommendations for all types of tech-minded fathers.
A New Perspective
If Dad has ever been curious about drone photography, it's a fantastic time to enter the space. Not only did DJI's long-awaited
by John Foldi · Posted 10/21/2022
Today, Bose® adds another member to its soundbar family, with the release of the Smart Soundbar™ 600. The 600 is a mid-range option for those who want, or require, the simplicity of a soundbar, but demand the immersive soundstage of a surround sound setup. An enhanced movie and TV experience is just the beginning with the Smart Soundbar™ 600, because a plethora of streaming support allows the soundbar to transform your living room
by Mos Khan · Posted 10/20/2022
This week, Apple quietly announced a redesigned iPad, alongside an updated iPad Pro and Apple TV 4K. The new devices arrived without the usual fanfare and keynote that we've come to expect from the company. That's not to say that the updates