All articles tagged with #home entertainment
Sony's budget BDP-S1700U Blu-ray/DVD player ($114.99) upscales standard DVDs to near-1080p (not 4K) using Sony's Super Scaler with TRILUMINOS color, while delivering native 1080p on Blu-rays, plus USB playback and Ethernet for firmware updates—offering a simple, offline-friendly way to revive a physical media library as streaming costs rise.
Samsung Electronics remains the world’s top soundbar brand for the 12th consecutive year, capturing 21.5% of global soundbar revenue and 19.7% of unit volume in 2025 per Future Source. The announcement underscores Samsung’s two-decade leadership in home entertainment and previews a 2026 lineup—featuring the HW-Q990H flagship, the HW-QS90H all-in-one, and Bouroullec-designed Music Studio speakers—to deliver cinema-quality sound at home.
CNET highlights the 20 gadgets readers bought most in February, a mix of budget cameras, smart locks, humidifiers, earbuds, high-end TVs, mesh Wi‑Fi systems, 3D printers, power banks, air fryers, AI-enabled laptops, premium headphones and more, underscoring a strong appetite for value deals and flagship consumer electronics.
Cordova Woodworking offers a solid-wood, retro TV cabinet that updates 1950s/60s designs for modern TVs—lighter and more room-friendly than the original veneer/ply options—with a build video and the design up for sale, giving readers a DIY-inspired path to mid-century style.
Samsung announced its 2026 audio ecosystem at CES, featuring new Q-Series soundbars and Music Studio speakers designed for immersive, multi-device sound that adapts to different rooms and moments, enhancing mindful living and seamless home entertainment.
LG announced its Sound Suite home entertainment system featuring a modular design and Dolby Atmos FlexConnect technology, allowing flexible speaker placement for immersive sound without traditional constraints, to be showcased at CES 2026.
Samsung is set to showcase an expanded lineup of Micro RGB TVs at CES 2026, ranging from 55 to 115 inches, featuring advanced color accuracy and brightness, aiming to set a new standard for premium home viewing, with prices likely to be high due to the technology's premium nature.
Samsung's 83-inch OLED TV S85F is now available for $2,497 on Amazon, a significant discount from its usual $4,297, offering a large, immersive viewing experience with advanced OLED technology, AI processing, and professional-grade color accuracy, making it an attractive option for home entertainment enthusiasts.
Amazon's Fire TV Soundbar, a budget-friendly option for improved TV audio, is now available for $99, its lowest price ever, offering features like virtual surround sound, easy setup, and Bluetooth connectivity, making it a great value for enhancing home entertainment.
The article highlights the best October Prime Day deals on TVs, soundbars, and streaming devices, featuring discounts on brands like Samsung, Sony, LG, Hisense, and TCL, as well as budget-friendly options and accessories to upgrade your home entertainment system.
Roku has launched its first projector, the Aurzen Roku TV Smart Projector D1R Cube, offering a portable, easy-to-set-up device with a 40-150 inch projection size, 1080p HD, and Roku's streaming platform for under $200, suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
A Govee TV backlight system, praised for its easy setup and immersive lighting effects, enhances viewing experiences by extending the visual ambiance, making it feel like being at a live show, and seamlessly integrates with other Govee products via an app, available for around $70.
Roku has launched its first projector, the Aurzen Roku TV Smart Projector D1R Cube, offering a portable, easy-to-set-up device with a 40-150 inch projection size, 1080p HD, and Roku's streaming platform for under $200, suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
Advancements in projector technology, particularly from XGIMI's Horizon 20 series, now include optical zoom and lens shifting, significantly improving image quality and placement flexibility without relying on digital correction, making projectors more practical and accessible for home use.
Amazon is offering the 65-inch LG C5 OLED TV at a record low price of $2,500, nearly 50% off, making it an excellent deal for a premium OLED TV with advanced gaming features, cinematic modes, and smart home integration.