Audio and video components are shrinking in size, and that’s good news for people who live in smaller spaces or who simply want something that’s easier to hide. Yamaha’s newest A/V receiver, the $650 RX-S602 Yamaha Slimline, stands just 4.5-inches high. Although small in stature, it packs in plenty of top-notch technology. It supports 5.1 […]
Get the GuideRoku Moves into Wireless Audio with Roku TV Wireless Speakers
The preorder price of the Roku TV is $150 through July 23. From July 24 to Oct. 15, the bundle will be available for $180 before shifting to its regular $200 cost. The bundle includes a pair of Roku TV speakers, a Roku TV voice remote, a Roku Touch tabletop remote, two power cables, and […]
Get the GuideEpisode’s Terrain Outdoor Speakers Offer Affordable Option
Increasing the value proposition within the outdoor audio category, the SnapAV Episode Terrain landscape speaker system provides a budget-friendly solution for outdoor sound. For $1,500 you get four speakers, one subwoofer, and four quick connect stakes. And additional $350 gets you two speakers and two quick connect stakes. It’s a great package that gets your […]
Get the GuideMarantz NR1609 Receiver Features Amazon Alexa, Dolby Atmos
Typically people think of A/V receivers as big, black boxes. The new Marantz NR1509 and NR1609 Receivers break that stereotype by providing homeowners a choice of small-footprint home theater solutions, along with Amazon Alexa voice control capabilities. The space-friendly receivers offer an array of features, including surround sound decoding, multiple HDMI inputs, 4K UltraHD video […]
Get the GuideOptoma UHD51A 4K Projector Controllable by Amazon Alexa
Combining two of the hottest technologies in consumer electronics, the affordable $1,699 Optoma UHD51A projector offers 4K images and Amazon Alexa voice command capabilities. Related: See a Star Wars 4K Home Theater Through the projector’s companion SmartProjection for Smart Home skill, a fully voice-controlled home theater room that includes audio, projection screens, lighting and video […]
Get the GuidePolk Smart Speaker Features Google Assistant, Chromecast
Smart speakers are widely available from a variety of manufacturers; so are speakers that can playback streaming content. Polk Audio has combined the two features in one device, delivering voice control and whole-house music streaming. Related: Top Reasons People Use Smart Speakers Bringing 45 years of audio engineering to the smart-speaker category, the new $199 […]
Get the GuideHEOS Soundbar Controlled by Amazon Alexa Voice Commands
Adding to its selection of wireless multiroom audio products, the new Denon HEOS HomeCinema HS2 Soundbar provides users with a host of features for both home theaters and whole-house audio setups. One of the most exciting capabilities of the soundbar is its compatibility with Amazon Alexa. This gives users the ability to use voice commands […]
Get the GuidePioneer Elite A/V Receiver Delivers Immersive Audio on a Budget
You want Dolby Atmos or DTS:X surround-sound for your media room. You also want to be able to distribute music to speakers throughout the house. You might be tempted to buy two different products to handle these tasks. But before you pull out your checkbook, know that there are products that can deliver both features […]
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Wireless lighting systems are becoming increasingly sophisticated in capabilities. The Eaton Halo Home is one example of a system that sacrifices none of its new innovation for its ease of installation. The system incorporates some of the trendiest features like voice control through Amazon Alexa and tunable white lighting. The Halo Home lighting system is […]
Get the GuideHome Theater Seating from Seatcraft Sits Snug to the Wall
Reclining home theater seats are comfy, but they can eat up quite a bit of space. If they aren’t placed properly, they can hit the wall when they recline. Depending on the style of the chair, the wall clearance required can be less than appealing. Designed to provide homeowners with a combination of style and […]
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