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What Is IPTV?

by Randy Harward | Apr 26, 2023 | Equipment, TV

You may have heard tales of IPTV (internet protocol TV), a magical way to have every TV show and movie at your fingertips—and possibly even for free. IPTV is real—but you should know a few things about it before you try to catch that golden TV goose. Read on for answers to popular questions about IPTV.

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Best Mobile Hotspots 2024

by Eric Chiu | Mar 22, 2023 | Best of the Best, Equipment, Reviews

We spent a month researching fast and reliable mobile hotspots.

When’s the Best Time to Buy a TV?

by Mike Strayer | Feb 1, 2023 | Deals, Equipment, TV

The best time to buy a TV will vary based on whether you want the latest and greatest model or simply the best price. Either way, finding a good deal on a TV depends nearly as much on when you buy as what you buy.

My Apple TV Remote Is Not Working

by Mike Strayer | Dec 13, 2022 | Equipment, TV

You depend on your Apple TV remote for so much entertainment, so it’s understandable that you might find yourself feeling a little ornery when it stops working properly. Don’t get too worked up about it, though, because we’ve researched some common problems (and easy solutions) to check before tossing it out and buying a new Apple TV remote.

Why Does My Cable Internet Keep Dropping?

by Mike Strayer | Dec 8, 2022 | Equipment, Internet

Cable internet connection issues can be a huge inconvenience. But don’t dismay over your dropped connections too much. We’ve researched four common causes for cable internet outages and connection issues—and how you can fix them.

Best 65-Inch TV

by Randy Harward | Nov 18, 2022 | Best of the Best, Equipment, Reviews, TV

Black Friday is the best time of year to buy that 65-inch TV that has you all slobbery. Our TV experts recommend the Samsung QN90B (QN65QN90BAFXZA) best 65-inch TV overall and show you a sweet bundle deal including a Mackie soundbar. And, for budget shoppers, we suggest the Hisense U8H is the best 65-inch TV under $1,000.

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Best Streaming TV Devices 2023

by Bill Frost | Nov 16, 2022 | Best of the Best, Equipment, Streaming

You’ve decided to make the leap from traditional cable or satellite TV to a livestreaming service—now what? The set-top box choice is all yours when it comes to streaming, and picking a streaming device can be as tricky as narrowing down the right television.