Category: Equipment
DISH Hopper 3 vs. DIRECTV Genie
by Randy Harward | Feb 23, 2026 | Equipment, Reviews
Feature-rich and powerful, the DISH Hopper 3 is consistently named the best TV box in the biz. DIRECTV’s Genie is well-regarded, but not as mighty, and consistently second-banana to the Hopper 3. If you want more details, keep reading to see what we’ve dug up on both boxes.
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Gigabit Meaning. Is It Worth It?
by Eric Chiu | Feb 1, 2026 | Equipment, Internet
Major internet providers are launching fast gigabit internet plans, but are they worth the hefty price tag?
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Fastest Wireless Routers 2026
by Rachel Oaks | Jan 30, 2026 | Equipment, Internet, Reviews
Our experts compared 81 Wi-Fi 6 routers to find the fastest routers on the market.
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Best Mesh Wi-Fi Systems 2026
by Rachel Oaks | Jan 29, 2026 | Equipment, Internet, Reviews
Our experts compared 55 mesh Wi-Fi systems to find the best one for your home.
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How to Set Up a Plex Media Server
by Eric Chiu | Jan 22, 2026 | Entertainment, Equipment, Streaming
Tired of hooking up adapters to play content from a computer onto your TV? Plex is a free media server service that lets you wirelessly watch home videos, stream music, or view photos on any compatible device.
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Best CenturyLink-Compatible Modem
by Rachel Oaks | Jan 13, 2026 | Equipment, Internet, Reviews
DSL technology varies so vastly that finding a compatible modem for CenturyLink is tricky business. But buying your modem can save you money in the long run from CenturyLink.
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How To Program an RCA Universal Remote
by Randy Harward | Dec 12, 2025 | Equipment, TV
Setting up your remote is actually a pretty simple process. But trying to figure out which set of instructions to use can get confusing. There are a few different procedures you can follow, depending on whether your remote has a Code Search button or whether you have a device code for the gear you want to pair with your remote.
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Best Dorm Room TVs for Students
by Rachel Oaks | Dec 11, 2025 | Equipment, Family, TV
There are plenty of excellent TVs out there that are affordable, even on a student budget, so don’t settle for a tiny laptop or smartphone screen. You deserve better.
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