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Sony Backlighting Feature

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.
You Asked Ep 18

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?
LG C3 OLED

LG C3 OLED TV review: the king has competition

The LG C3 is still a superb midrange TV, but in a field more crowded than ever, LG has its work cut out for it to keep the C-series on top in 2024.
You Asked Ep 17 Feature

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.
Samsung S95C Sony A95L LG G3 Best OLED 2023 (18)

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 Ep 16 Feature

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.
Best AV System Under 1K

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.
You Asked Ep 15 Feature

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.
LG MLA OLED technology is the most innovative TV technology of 2023.

The most innovative TV tech of 2023

2023 was more evolutionary than revolutionary for TVs, but MLA OLED tech and wireless TV set the stage for an exciting 2024.
You Asked Ep 13

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.
Hisense UX

Hisense UX TV review: ambitiously bright

The limited-edition Hisense UX mini-LED TV makes a bold and incredibly bright statement that puts premium TV brands like Sony, Samsung, and LG on notice.
You Asked Ep 12

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.
You Asked Ep 11

You Asked 11: throwing shade on OLED, TVs vs. PC monitors

Can sunlight damage your OLED? Why do monitors look better in the store? And is a TV or PC monitor better for gaming and streaming? Let's find out.
You Asked

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.
A shot of a bird on the Sony A95L QD-OLED.

Sony Bravia A95L QD-OLED TV review: the best of the best

Sony has done it. We can confidently say that the A95L is the best consumer television of 2023, full stop.
You Asked Episode 9

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.
App icons for Disney+, Hulu and ESPN.

Disney will soon own 100% of Hulu

Disney will buy Comcast's 33% stake in streaming service Hulu. The deal is expected to be worth over $8 billion.
Sennheiser Momentum Wireless 4

Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless Review

The Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless have undergone a physical redesign, but Sennheiser's legendary sound quality is still inside.
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Google Chromecast 2020 review: What we always wanted

Google's history with making a streaming device with a remote and on-screen interface has been rocky at best. Did they get it right this time?
Art mode on the Amazon Fire TV Omni QLED TV.

Amazon Fire TV Omni QLED review: Amazon’s best screen yet

The Amazon Fire TV Omni QLED TV is Amazon's best screen yet, but it may cost a bit more than it should.
Vizio M213AD-K8 M-Series AiO Sound Bar Review

Vizio M-Series All in One soundbar review: a real all-in-wonder

Vizio's latest affordable soundbar is an all-in-one powerhouse for under $200. Find out if it delivers the goods.
LG StanbyMe Go (27LX5) Review

LG StanbyME Go portable briefcase TV review: impractical fun

LG's new StanbyMe Go briefcase TV is undeniably cool. But is it actually any good? From battery life to brightness, we put it it to the test.
A screenshot from video series You Asked, Episode 8.

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
Hisense U7K Review

Hisense U7K ULED mini-LED TV review: A set for all seasons

The Hisense U7K mini-LED TV just might have found the sweet spot for price to performance in this year's impressive TV landscape.
You Asked Episode 7

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.
You Asked episode 1.

You Asked: best TVs for bright rooms, when to use eARC, and more

You have questions. We have answers. The Digital Trends community has tons of great AV questions and we're going answer them in our new series: You Asked.
You Asked Episode 2

You Asked: Why TVs with same model numbers have different specs

You've got more questions about TVs — and other things. And our resident TV expert has answers. And other things.
You Asked Ep 3

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
You Asked Episode 4

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.
You Asked Episode 5

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.
You Asked Ep 6

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.
Sony X95L vs TCL QM8

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.
A person wearing the Apple AirPods Pro 2.

Apple AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C review: A glimpse into the future?

The big story may be the updated hardware with USB-C and MagSafe charging, but the best things about Apple's new AirPods Pro are also coming to the last-gen.
A diagram showing how Dolby Atmos FlexConnect combines wireless speakers with a TV's sound system.

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.