Category: Reviews
Top 5 DVRs of 2023
by Randy Harward | Dec 15, 2023 | Equipment, Reviews, TV
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.
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Best Universal Remotes of 2024
by Amy Young | Dec 12, 2023 | Best of the Best, Equipment, Reviews
The best universal remotes for your home include versions by URC and SofaBaton. We tell you why these made the top of our list.
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Roku Express Review
by Bill Frost | Dec 11, 2023 | Equipment, Reviews, Streaming, TV
Roku Express is a tween—not quite an over-the-top streaming box or an HDMI stick but somewhere in the middle. The distinction matters less than the price: it’s just $24.99, which makes the Express the cheapest full-featured streaming device on the market.
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Best Wi-Fi Extenders
by Rachel Oaks | Nov 28, 2023 | Equipment, Internet, Reviews
There’s more to Wi-Fi than just speed: your Wi-Fi network’s range is also an important part of performance. Improve your internet reliability with a Wi-Fi extender.
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Which Cable Providers Let Me Stream TV Anywhere?
by Dave Schafer | Jul 21, 2023 | Reviews, TV
Since we’re always on the go these days, many of us don’t have a chance to watch TV at home. But with smartphones and tablets as prevalent as they are and with nearly every major cable company offering an app that can stream TV, there’s no reason to miss your favorite shows anymore—no matter where you are.
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Internet Customer Satisfaction Survey 2023
by Eric Chiu | Jun 15, 2023 | Best of the Best, Featured, Internet, Reviews
Find out what customers like you think of top internet service providers across the US. See how real customers feel about speed, billing, and more.
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Best 55-Inch TV
by Randy Harward | Jun 12, 2023 | Equipment, Reviews, TV
Black Friday is the best time to buy a new 55-inch smart TV. Our TV experts think the Samsung QN90B (QN55QN90BAFXZA) is the best 55-inch TV overall, but the Hisense U8H is the best 55-inch TV under $1,000. And Amazon has the best 55-inch deal we’ve found: the QN90B bundled with either a SteelSeries Stratus-Duo video game controller or Mackie CR-STEALTHBAR soundbar.
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Best Surround Sound Systems for Beginners
by Randy Harward | Jun 12, 2023 | Equipment, Reviews, TV
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.
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Best 75-Inch TVs in 2023
by Randy Harward | Jun 12, 2023 | Equipment, Reviews, TV
We think the Samsung QN90B (QN75QN90BAFXZA) is the best 75-inch TV overall, while the TCL 5-Series 75S555 Roku TV is the best 75-inch TV under $1,000. And we’ve found two of the best 75-inch TV deals on Amazon—QN90B bundles where you can save 41% ($48) on a Mackie CR-STEALTHBAR soundbar or get a free SteelSeries Stratus-Duo video game controller.
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Apple TV 4K Review
by Rachel Oaks | Jun 9, 2023 | Equipment, Reviews, TV
If you love Apple products, the Apple TV 4K won’t disappoint. It’s elegant, easy to use, and packed with the potential to support all your favorite apps. Because it runs best in tandem with other Apple devices, it isn’t the right device for Android users. Those outside of the Apple ecosystem will likely have a better time with another streaming device.
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