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What’s the Deal with AURO-3D Upmixing?


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Speakers November 29, 2023 Tom Andry

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Home Theater November 28, 2023 Tom Andry

Why Do Some Old Movies Look So Bad?


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Soundbars November 27, 2023 Tom Andry

How to Add a Single Speaker to Your TV for Better Sound


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Displays November 24, 2023 Tom Andry

How To Win the TV Size Debate


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Furniture November 23, 2023 Tom Andry

How To Know If Your Room Is Right For a Home Theater – Seating


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Home Theater November 22, 2023 Tom Andry

How Bad Home Theater Products Get Good Reviews


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Dual HDMI outputs HDMI November 21, 2023 Tom Andry

Which HDMI Inputs Should I Use for My Sources?


Your older AV receiver or TV has some HDMI ports labeled 2.1 ports, others 2.0. Does it matter which HDMI inputs you use for your Continue Reading →

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