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Best Smart Soundbar of 2023

A smart soundbar adds music streaming and voice capabilities to any TV with an HDMI port. These are our favorites.

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<p>Remember, you're viewing an SDR image on an SDR display, so this is for illustration purposes only. The idea of Dynamic HDR is for each scene to be able to take advantage of HDR to look its best. Current Static HDR can only have one set "look" for the entire movie or show.</p>

HDMI 2.1: Everything You Should Know

HDMI 2.1 can unlock better graphics on the Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5.

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Best AV Receivers for 2023

CNET compares the best AV receivers from Onkyo, Sony, Denon, Yamaha and Marantz. Which one should you choose?

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<p>ZVOX's SB500 features a remote control and a lightup display.</p>

Best Soundbar for 2023

If you're looking to upgrade your TV speakers, these are the best soundbars on the market.

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Get the Most Out of Your New TV With These Tricks and Tweaks

Make sure your new TV looks its best with these easy tweaks.

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<p>Connecting your TV to your sound bar via an optical cable is the most common method</p>

No Sound With Your Soundbar? Try This

Soundbar not working? Can't get audio with Netflix or a specific source like your game console? Try these tips.

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5 Easy Ways to Get Rid of Annoying TV Glare

Reflections on your TV can make it nearly impossible to watch. Luckily, there are ways to reduce irritating TV glare.

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<p>Mounting a TV above a fireplace is a bad idea. HIMYM, on the other hand, is legend... wait for it... dary.</p>

Your TV Doesn't Belong Over the Fireplace

Fight the urge, please.

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<p>The image on the left is correct. The image on the right is a simulation of what the same image would look like with the Contrast control set too high. Notice how the clouds lack all detail, and are merely white blobs.</p>

If You Want Better TV, Start by Changing These Settings

Your TV probably doesn't look as good as it could. Making these changes can fix that.

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Best Monitor Under $200 You Can Get for 2023

You don't need to spend a fortune to get a good one from LG, Samsung or Dell.

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<p>Top Row: Omnimount. Bottom Row: BDI</p>

Setting Up a New TV Over the Holidays? Avoid These 12 Mistakes

Give yourself the gift that keeps on giving: proper TV placement.

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<p>SMPTE recommends a display that fills 30 degrees of your field of vision.</p>

Get the Perfect Screen Size for Black Friday

Don't miss out. You can probably get a larger TV than you think.

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