The Wirecutter chooses best universal remote

In what can only be called a Harmony lovefest, The Wirecutter has picked out a few universal remotes at different price points. Naturally they are all Harmony branded, and while I would normally take issue with that kind of ah… focus, in this case it’s really hard to argue. I’ve used Harmonly remotes for years, and frankly, it would take […]

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axiim nears BETA end point

You should have read Missing Remote’s first look at the axiim Q Wireless Home Theater System (if you haven’t, seriously!!!). So you’ll all know that it’s currently in BETA, and therefore offers a pretty steep discount off the eventual SRP. If you have been pondering potentially purchasing this WiSA based home audio system, there won’t be much more time to […]

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FLUANCE announces XL5F floor standing speaker

I have to admint that I really like the looks of these speakers, and the spec’s are enticing at the $400/pair price point.   NIAGARA FALLS, ON – (March 18, 2016) – FLUANCE is expanding its critically-acclaimed Reference Series line with the XL5F high performance 3-way floorstanding speakers. Utilizing only superior components and expert audio engineering, the XL5F is a […]

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Observer makes copy pissing on Smart Home tech

While I can see the author’s point (“Smart Home” technology doesn’t play nice together), I’m not convinced his approach is valid. Yes, the market is fragmented. Yes, there is a serious lack of agreement on standards. Yes, it can be very, very frustrating. But, it’s a new thing. We are very much still in the early adopter phase. I’d rather […]

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Sony Vue OTT Live TV streaming released nationwide

I’m not sure you can really call a $30/month (baseline) TV package “cord cutting”. Since you’ve just switched your cable provider from a QAM to IP service. C-NET has a lot of detail, including that locals aren’t included in many markets (really?). Looks interesting, but I’m not convinced unless the “Cloud DVR” really offers full DVR features, and the pricing […]

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AVSForum compiles list of HDR 4K displays

HDR is arguablly the best thing about 4K, and probably the best thing to happen to consumer displays in a long time. Figuring out what a TV’s capabilities are, and therefore which ones should be elminated from consideration, can be daunting. AVSForum to the resue :). I am completely convinced that HDR will take UHD/4K to a whole new level, […]

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