Category: Equipment Guides

Chromecast with Google TV Review

by Bill Frost | Jan 7, 2021 | Equipment Guides, Reviews | 0 

Forget everything you know about Chromecast: Chromecast with Google TV is the first new serious streaming device to come along in years. How serious? After hours of research and testing (and just watching TV with it) we’d recommend it alongside similar Roku and Amazon Fire TV streamers—a big leap from “toy” to “tool.”

Cable Modem Buyers Guide 2021

by Rachel Oaks | Jan 4, 2021 | Equipment Guides | 1 

To get the most out of your cable internet package, choose a cable modem that can keep up. We’ve got the lowdown on renting vs. buying, top brands (NETGEAR, ARRIS, Motorola), DOCSIS 3.0 and DOCSIS 3.1 information, and cable provider compatibility.

Your Guide to Watching 4K HD in 2021

by Dave Schafer | Dec 23, 2020 | Equipment Guides, TV FAQs | 4 

We’re seeing lots of 4K HD content cropping up from multiple services on every level. We’ve compiled a list of what you can use to take that dazzling new 4K HD TV for a spin.

The Complete Guide to TV Ports: How to Hook Up Your TV

by Rachel Oaks | | Equipment Guides | 1 

Not sure how to connect your TV? We made a comprehensive cheat sheet on how to connect everything to everything else. DVI? HDMI? USB? Bookmark this page and never be confused again.

Top 5 DVRs of 2021

by Randy Harward | Dec 22, 2020 | Best Of, Equipment Guides | 0 

Do you love TV but don’t have a schedule that lets you watch your favorite shows when they air? You need a DVR. With the recording and storage power of a good DVR, you can keep up with everything you like to watch, and then some. And you won’t need a half dozen streaming subscriptions to do it.

DISH Hopper 3 Review 2021

by Dave Schafer | | Equipment Guides, Reviews | 1 

Get the definitive review of the Hopper 3 from DISH with CableTV.com. In-depth specs, instructions, reviews of the user interface and more.

The 3 Fastest Wireless Routers for 2021

by Dave Schafer | Dec 21, 2020 | Best Of, Equipment Guides | 0 

We’ve done the hard work for you and rounded up four of the fastest routers on the market. Get the scoop on the NETGEAR Nighthawk X10, ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AC5300, and TP-Link Archer C7.

Chromecast 3rd Generation Review 2021

by Bill Frost | Dec 15, 2020 | Equipment Guides, Reviews | 0 

Google’s Chromecast 3rd Generation is a plug-and-play streaming device in the most literal sense: simply insert it into your TV’s HDMI port, and you’re ready to go. Well, there’s also a second plug for power—but setting up a Chromecast is still ridiculously easy, not to mention cheap.

Best CenturyLink-Compatible Modems 2021

by Rachel Oaks | Dec 7, 2020 | Equipment Guides | 1 

DSL technology varies so vastly from place to place that finding a compatible modem for CenturyLink is tricky business.

But buying your modem can save you money in the long run, since CenturyLink charges $15 per month for you to lease one. Fortunately, we’ve gathered a bunch of good options for you to pick from.

Best Surround Sound Systems for Beginners in 2021

by Randy Harward | Dec 2, 2020 | Best Of, Equipment Guides | 0 

When it comes to sound systems, there are a lot of options. From simple soundbars to eight-speaker setups, there’s something to suit every living room and budget. We’ll walk you through everything you need to know before you make your decision.