Digital Trends’ Top Tech of CES 2024 Awards
CES 2024 brought us a bevy of exciting tech, from transparent televisions to jaw-dropping monitors and cars that look straight out of a sci-fi film.
You Asked: how to turn off motion smoothing; Disney+ Atmos issues on Chromecast
We have some helpful hints on turning off motion smoothing, plus how to sidestep the lack of Atmos through your Chromecast.
Sony once again won’t have any new televisions at CES
Sony won't show new TVs at CES 2024, but we got a sneak peek at what's coming, and it is truly exciting.
Exclusive: An inside look at Sony’s exciting new mini-LED backlight tech
While other manufacturers try to one-up each other with specs, Sony has been working to improve its mini-LED technology. And the results are remarkable.
Dell just hit reset on the XPS
Ahead of CES 2024, Dell has announced a new XPS 13, 14, and 16 to replace the XPS 15 and 17.
You asked: Should you buy a 70-inch TV, do you really need a Blu-ray player, and more?
More of your questions, answered. Are all Blu-ray players created equal? Will there ever be Micro-Lens Array QD-OLEDs? And what's up with eARC HDMI 2.1?
Our most anticipated video games of 2024: Final Fantasy, Hellblade 2, and more
From Final Fantasy VII Rebirth to Hellblade 2, these are the games we can't wait to play in 2024.
You Asked: TVs over fireplaces, Sonos vs. Wi-Fi smart speakers, and 3D TVs
We provide expert advice on your burning questions, like whether it is ever OK to mount a TV over a fireplace, Sonos versus smart speakers, and 3D OLED TVs.
2023 OLED TV shootout: the big three battle and we all win
Asking me to choose between the LG G3, Samsung S95C, and Sony A95L is like asking me to choose between my children. Here's how that went.
You Asked: best streaming device for image quality, plus frame rate control and more
In this installment of You Asked, we tackle your questions, including which streaming device is the best for image quality and many more.
If I had $1,000 to spend on AV gear, here’s what I’d get
Here's our expert advice on how to build the best entertainment system for your needs for under $1,000.
The 10 best video games of 2023
After a historic year for video games, these 10 releases beat out the competition to make our annual year-end list.
You Asked: Do perfect LCD panels exist?
In this installment of You Asked: Is there such a thing as a perfect LCD panel? What is frame rate control? And we'll decode Samsung soundbar model numbers.
Logitech’s A50 X is a gaming headset and HDMI switcher in one
Logitech put a multi-console HDMI switcher inside of an impressive gaming headset, but it isn't cheap.
You Asked: Is Dolby Vision a must-have? And how to handle Atmos with irregular ceilings
In this installment of You Asked, we'll break down whether no Dolby Vision is a deal-breaker, how to get Atmos sound with funky ceilings, and plasma upgrades.
HTC just fixed a major shortcoming of standalone VR headsets
HTC Vive announced new full-body trackers to animate your VRChat avatar and help sports trainers and game developers track movement.
You Asked 12: streaming audio, hotel TVs, and OLED burn-in
In this installment of You Asked, we tackle the wild volume disparity between streaming apps, how to change hotel TV settings, and more.
Bring the Grinch to your front door with new Ring Quick Replies
Ring is adding several Quick Replies to its video doorbells, all of which are inspired by The Grinch. Here's a look at all six dialogue options.
iPhone 15 Pro vs. iPhone 14 Pro: is it really worth upgrading?
The iPhone 15 Pro is the latest Pro iPhone you can buy. But if you already have the iPhone 14 Pro, do you really need to upgrade? Let's find out.
You Asked 10: picture calibration, best budget buys, and premium small screens
Why do sports look so terrible on TVs? Why don’t manufacturers calibrate their TVs at the factory? We dive in to this and more in this episode of You Asked.
JLab jumps into hi-res and Bluetooth LE audio with $200 Epic Lab Edition earbuds
JLab's latest wireless earbuds promise its best audio quality yet, with hi-res support and compatibility with Bluetooth LE Audio.
You Asked: Dolby Atmos and EDID, minimalist soundbars, and HDMI 2.1
Just because content is available with Dolby Atmos doesn't mean you can stream it that way. Learn why, plus why you can stop worrying about HDMI 2.1 ports.
How to watch Apple’s ‘Scary Fast’ Mac launch event if you missed it
If you missed Apple's live-stream event on Monday night showcasing new gear, it's still possible to watch the 30-minute broadcast.
You Asked: plasma TV replacements, cheap OLEDs, and Sharp’s return
Our resident AV expert offers advice on replacing plasma TVs, if cheap OLEDs are worth it, and the surprising return of Sharp TVs
You Asked: streaming inequality, Dragon showdown, and holy grail TVs
In the seventh installment of our reader question series, we talk streaming service quality, TV FOMO, and an ultimate sound system showdown.
Martin Scorsese: film director, movie lover, TikTok star?
Martin Scorsese has won an Oscar and a Grammy, and is a respected filmmaker worldwide, but now he's earned a status few thought he'd ever achieve: TikTok star.
You Asked: Sonos setups, 5,000 nits, and dumb TVs
In this installment of You Asked, we tackle tricky Sonos setups, how many nits of brightness is too many, and some smart ideas about dumb TVs.
Do old Pixel Watch bands fit the Google Pixel Watch 2?
Google's new Pixel Watch 2 is here. But can you use your old bands with it?
Sony Bravia X95L mini-LED vs. TCL QM8 QLED: The best LCD TV and the one you should buy
I've already declared the Sony X95L the best LCD I've ever tested, so is comparing it to the TCL QM8 even fair? The answer may surprise you.
You Asked: Soundbars vs. receivers, TVs with no speakers, and car stereos
We tackle reader questions in the You Asked series of columns. This week, it's soundbars versus AV receivers, speakerless TVs, HDMI bandwidth, and car stereos.
Is Dolby Atmos FlexConnect a potential soundbar killer?
I really want to be excited about Dolby Atmos FlexConnect, but I have some reservations. Here's why I'm skeptical about the new tech.
You Asked: Why we don’t buy the TVs we review
We answer the most frequently asked question we get about TV reviews: Why don't we just buy the TVs we review? There are more reasons than you might think.
Sonos Atmos vs. Nakamichi Dragon: beauty and the beast
It's the sleek and sexy Sonos beauty versus the beastly Nakamichi Dragon in a head-to-head comparison of the surround sound systems.
You Asked: How to add a subwooofer to Apple Homepods, Hisense UX review question
In this installment of You Asked, we tackle your questions about the Hisense UX, taking TV temperatures, and accessibility options with optical