The Bose TV Speaker: A Clearer Listening Experience for Your Living Room In an age where televisions are getting thinner and their screens ever more impressive, the audio experience often lags behind. Built-in TV speakers are notoriously tinny, lacking the depth and clarity needed to truly immerse you in your...
Echo Show 8: Solid screen, but spatial audio lacks oomph.
In the ever-evolving landscape of smart home technology, Amazon’s Echo Show series has consistently aimed to be more than just a smart speaker with a screen. It strives to be a central hub for entertainment, communication, and home management. The latest iteration brings a host of significant upgrades, promising a...
Soundbar: Excellent audio, but the smart tech gets finicky.
When it comes to home entertainment, the line between watching and truly experiencing can often be a blurry one. For those who live and breathe movies, TV, and music, the desire for immersion isn't just a preference; it's a necessity. Enter the Bose Smart Dolby Atmos Soundbar, a compact powerhouse...
Nest Mini: Decent sound, OK assistant. Get it on sale.
Google Nest Mini 2nd Generation: A Small Speaker with Big Ambitions – An Honest Review The smart speaker market is a crowded one, but Google's Nest Mini 2nd Generation continues to stand out as a compelling choice for those seeking an affordable yet capable entry into the smart home ecosystem....
Google Audio: Assistant shines, audio is just fine.
Google Audio 2-Pack Review: Your Sound, Smarter, Everywhere The smart speaker market is a crowded one, but Google has consistently aimed to stand out, not just with voice assistance, but with a commitment to quality audio. The Google Audio 2-Pack promises to be the ultimate smart speaker bundle, designed to...
Great Bluetooth speaker: powerful sound and Assistant.
The Google Audio Bluetooth Speaker: An Honest Review of Google's Latest Sonic Offering In an increasingly crowded market of smart speakers, Google has consistently strived to carve out its niche, blending intelligent assistance with respectable audio performance. Their latest entrant, the Google Audio Bluetooth Speaker, promises to elevate this blend,...
Great sound, wireless smart speaker, Alexa works.
Sonos has long been synonymous with multi-room audio, and their speakers have consistently delivered quality sound in a sleek, understated package. The Sonos Era 100 arrives as a significant evolution, promising to redefine not just individual room audio, but the very way we connect with our music. Having spent some...
Nest WiFi Pro: Actually, fast & reliable whole home Wi-Fi 6E!
Google Nest Wifi Pro: A Deep Dive into Your Next-Gen Home Network In a world increasingly reliant on seamless connectivity, a robust home Wi-Fi network is no longer a luxury but a necessity. From streaming 4K content and competitive online gaming to smart home automation and video calls for work...
Feature-rich Floodlight, but prepare for hardwired install.
An Honest Look: The Reolink 4K 180° Panoramic Floodlight Camera In the ever-evolving world of home security, finding a system that offers both comprehensive coverage and intelligent features without breaking the bank or locking you into endless subscriptions can be a challenge. The Reolink 4K 180° Panoramic Floodlight Camera steps...
Polk: Decent upgrade, but Atmos isn’t truly immersive.
In the ever-evolving landscape of home entertainment, where visual fidelity often takes center stage, the importance of captivating audio can sometimes be overlooked. Yet, any true enthusiast knows that a truly immersive experience is incomplete without sound that transports you directly into the heart of the action. Enter the Polk...