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QLED vs. OLED: What's the difference between these types of TV?

QLED vs. OLED: What's the difference between these types of TV?

Samsung QLED and LG OLED televisions sound similar on the surface, but the underlying technologies are very different.

by David Katzmaier

Best TV for 2021

Best TV for 2021

Looking for a new TV? Start here.

by David Katzmaier

The best 55-inch TV for 2021

They're like 65-inch TVs, only smaller.

The best 65-inch TV for 2021

For screen size, 65 is the new 50, and large TVs are cheaper than ever. Here are our favorites.

Best streaming device in 2021

From Apple TV and Roku to Amazon Fire Stick and Chromecast, here are our favorite devices to stream Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max, Disney Plus, YouTube and more on your TV.

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Best TV for 2021

by David Katzmaier

The best 55-inch TV for 2021

by David Katzmaier

The best 65-inch TV for 2021

by David Katzmaier

Best streaming device in 2021

by Eli Blumenthal

Best soundbar for 2021: Yamaha, Klipsch, Vizio, Sonos and more

by Ty Pendlebury

Best TV antenna for 2021

by Ty Pendlebury

The best Bluetooth wireless speaker for 2021

by David Carnoy

Best streaming service deals

by Eli Blumenthal

Best home theater projector for 2021

by Geoffrey Morrison

Best home theater systems of 2021

by Ty Pendlebury

Best 75-inch TV for 2021

by David Katzmaier

Best HDMI cables for 2021

Find the best HDMI cable for your new 4K TV

by Geoffrey Morrison

French Open 2020: Tennis schedule, how to watch and more

by Matt Elliott

Best universal remote for 2021

by David Katzmaier

Best 43-inch TV for 2021

by David Katzmaier

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Best 43-inch TV for 2021

Looking for a smaller set for a bedroom or kid's room? Here are our favorites.

by David Katzmaier

Upgrade your gaming space with this Panasonic sound bar for 51% off today [Update: Expired]

This sound bar with plenty of bass has everything you need to make everything sound better.

by CNET staff

Portable projector pros and cons: Read this before you buy one

Battery-powered projectors are fun, compact and affordable, but they have their limitations.

by Geoffrey Morrison

Best TV antenna for 2021

Installing an over-the-air antenna is one of the easiest ways to get free TV. Here are our top recommendations for the best indoor antenna.

by Ty Pendlebury

Best streaming service deals

There are ways to save on Netflix, Disney Plus and HBO Max.

by Eli Blumenthal

Best soundbars under $200 for 2021

If you're on a limited budget, here are four soundbars that sound great, look good and don't cost an arm and a leg.

by Ty Pendlebury

Best universal remote for 2021

From Harmony to Caavo to, well, other Harmonys, these are our favorite clickers, hubs and screens for controlling a cabinet full of gear.

by David Katzmaier

TCL 8K Roku TVs go on preorder now, starting at $2,199 for 65-inch model

The 8K 6-Series is one of the most affordable 8K TVs you can buy, but it's still expensive.

by Eli Blumenthal

French Open 2020: Tennis schedule, how to watch and more

Cord-cutting tennis fans have many options for livestreaming the matches on the red clay of Roland-Garros.

by Matt Elliott

QLED vs. OLED: What's the difference between these types of TV?

Samsung QLED and LG OLED televisions sound similar on the surface, but the underlying technologies are very different.

by David Katzmaier

Best gaming TV: Low input lag and high picture quality

Any delay between your controller and the game can kill you. These are the TVs that minimize lag and maximize picture quality.

by David Katzmaier

The best back-to-school streaming devices and TVs

Whether you're looking for a simple plug-and-play dongle or a brand-new TV, these are the best affordable streaming devices for a dorm room (or anywhere else).

by David Katzmaier

Hide all your TV wires: 7 quick solutions that won't cost a ton

A few easy changes to your TV cords and cables will make a big difference in your living room or home theater.

by Ty Pendlebury

Score this Sony Extra Bass speaker with Google Assistant for 74% off

This is a great speaker at a killer price.

by CNET staff

HBO Max's direct US subscribers rise to 12.1 million in 13 months

It's quadruple the number from a year earlier, counted not long after HBO Max launched.

by Joan E. Solsman

HDMI switch or HDMI splitter? If you're tired of swapping cables, this is for you

The two terms are often used interchangeably, but an HDMI splitter and an HDMI switch couldn't be more different.

by Geoffrey Morrison

Best wired TV streamer to save your home's Wi-Fi bandwidth

Streaming Netflix, YouTube, Amazon, Disney Plus or Hulu can occupy your Wi-Fi. Try running an Ethernet connection instead.

by Eli Blumenthal

Netflix is still struggling to add subscribers like it did during lockdowns

Netflix's growth has chilled since the height of the pandemic, with the company even losing members in the US and Canada -- its biggest single market -- for the first time since 2019.

by Joan E. Solsman

The Roku Express 4K Plus is back on sale for $29 (save $11)

The newest -- and best -- Roku is again available for 27% off.

by John Falcone

8 steps to cutting the cord in 2021

This is the year you finally switch to streaming. Here's what to do.

by David Katzmaier