Audio/Video

From cables to home theatre systems, we're all about A/V tech. Read what our experts have to say.

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An HDMI cable bundle.
I can't believe this HDMI cable hasn't been discontinued

It's time for HDMI cables to stop being so confusing.

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USB port on LG TV.
There are only 3 things you should use your TV's USB port for

You can plug a lot of different things into your TV's USB port, but these are by far the best ways to use it.

A WiiM soundbar sitting under a TV.
The WiiM soundbar does something I've never seen before

The WiiM Bar supports Dolby Atmos and features a unique circular touchscreen for controlling playback.

A person holding a USB-C to 3.5mm headphone jack adapter.
USB-C can't compare to Bluetooth - at least when it comes to this device

I see the vision, but it's not for me.

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Dolby Vision Filmmaker Mode is here to save your movies

Think of it as a shortcut to the way things were meant to be.

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Dolby Atmos is almost good, at least on streaming

Dolby Atmos is getting better on streaming, but it's not enough for me.

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A close-up of the Bowers & Wilkins 706 S3.
I'm so ready for this annoying home theater trend to die already

It's time for us to shut up and watch some movies.

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Nintendo made this Blu-ray innovation and somehow we all forgot about it

Modern Blu-ray discs are sorely missing this one 2012-era Nintendo and Panasonic innovation, and it's a feature that hardly anyone even remembers.

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Dolby Atmos displayed on a receiver.
I wish more people knew about home theater passthrough

It can be a lifesaver for audio and video quality, but there are obstacles.

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A JBL bookshelf speaker.
I ditched my premium home theater gear for a $50 upgrade

Don't skip this step with your home theater.

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How I ensure my Blu-ray collection will outlive me

Blu-rays can last anywhere between 20-100 years, which is quite a range. Here's how I'm keeping mine in mint condition.

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Popping 4K Ultra HD Blu-rays into a player.
How long will your Blu-rays and DVDs last? I found out

If you really care about watching movies rather than collecting them, expect to set up a media server.

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A close-up of Sony's PlayStation 5.
This annoying PS5 HDMI problem is fixed with one change

Save yourself the trouble and turn this off on your PS5.

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Dolby Atmos displayed on a receiver.
I don't recommend Dolby Atmos - unless you have this

Dolby Atmos isn't always perfect.

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A used Yamaha receiver.
4 reasons you can and should buy a refurbished receiver

Don't sleep on refurbished receivers.

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Not every USB-C cable is the same, and it's a growing problem

Lots of speeds to keep track of.

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A still from The Dark Knight on a Samsung OLED TV.
4 mistakes I wish all new home theater enthusiasts would avoid

You're not necessarily to blame here.

An 8K-rated HDMI cable.
This HDMI fix is so frustrating and unnecessary

This HDMI feature shouldn't be so frustrating, but it is.

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The future of streaming isn't looking very bright - but I have no fear thanks to this retro tech

Physical media in 2026? This is the way!

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The future of movies at home depends on these next-gen disc features

Optical media sounds antiquated on the surface, but we're actually only a few innovations away from discs re-conquering the storage medium world.

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