You may have heard the term “spatial audio” bandied about by Apple, especially when talking about its headphones and hardware. It’s a standard that can convincingly simulate a 3D audio space with a set of AirPods, but you may not know it’s based on a technology that’s been with us for many years: Dolby Atmos.   Dolby …

As the weather warms, it’s time for everyone’s “favorite” pastime: spring cleaning. While you’re dusting off the shelves and shoveling out a winter’s worth of detritus, spare a moment to check your TV. Dust and grime can accumulate there, and over time it can become more and more noticeable. And if you have children, there may be an array of …

TVs get a bit better every year, and in 2022 the improvement with the biggest impact might be mini-LED. It’s an evolution of traditional LCD TV tech that uses thousands of tiny light emitting diodes to improve picture quality, and at CES 2022 more TV makers than ever are using it. TCL, Samsung and LG all introduced new mini-LED TVs …

If you’re getting bored or annoyed with your laptop’s tiny screen, maybe you should try using your big TV as a monitor instead in the new year. It’s great being able to sit back on your sofa and surf the web, play PC games or stream video from apps not available on your TV. Or maybe you just want a …

Whether you received it as a gift this holiday season, or gave it to yourself, congrats on your new projector! There’s no better way to get a massive image for an incredible movie night. Before you pop the popcorn and settle in for quick end-of-year binge of every Marvel movie in order, there’s something you should know: proper placement, and …

While TVs have gotten lighter over the years, they’ve also gotten larger and less stable, with many models featuring small stands that look cool, but don’t protect against a serious wobble. Obviously no one wants their TV to fall over and break, especially not if you just bought it during the holiday rush. But more seriously, unstable TVs represent a safety threat, especially to …

If you’ve tried shopping for a new TV lately, you may have noticed the prices are generally the same for each model of TV regardless of the store or online vendor selling it. That’s neither a coincidence now accident. It’s called UPP, or Unilateral Pricing Policy, and it’s how manufacturers force retailers to stick to specific prices. That means there …

For nearly 20 years I’ve used a projector as my main “TV.” Watching some of the best shows in history on a 100-inch screen has been a joy. Movies on a 10-foot-wide screen are the ultimate in immersion. All TVs are postage stamps compared to that. For years I’ve advocated getting a projector over a big TV, as the images they created …

HDR, or high-dynamic range, can elevate the image of your TV to an entirely new level. It’s found on nearly all of the best TVs, including midrange and high-end TVs as well as many budget models. On a good-quality TV displaying real HDR TV shows, movies and games, you’ll see brighter highlights, better contrast and deeper, more realistic colors. The …

Just got a new TV? Congratulations! Now that you have a new one, don’t be too concerned about all the complex buzzwords and abbreviations like HDR, Ultra HD 4K, 8K, OLED, QLED, 120Hz and HDMI 2.1. Setting up a new TV isn’t hard. It is, however, very important. Out of the box your TV doesn’t look its best. A few small adjustments will ensure you’re …