Erin Lawrence

After class, it's great to be able to dump the textbooks, kick back and chill out with some tunes. Most dorm rooms don't have space for a huge stereo (not to mention the neighbours would complain about the volume and the bass overload!), so a great way to be able to get your music easily is a wireless bluetooth speaker. They're portable, easy to use, inexpensive and they've got great sound too. Most dorm rooms don't have space for a huge stereo (not to mention the neighbours would complain about the volume and the bass overload!), so a great way to be able to get your music easily is a wireless bluetooth speaker. They're portable, easy to use, inexpensive and they've got great sound too.

Pocket or pico projectors are becoming more popular and more readily available. These palm-sized gadgets allow you to show videos nearly anywhere. ASUS' ZenBeam E1 is brand new to the market, but can it handle home theatre entertainment and keep you coming back for more? Find out in our review.

 For first-year university and college students, packing up everything you’ll need to survive your first year solo can be intimidating. After all, you’ve likely got a pup-tent budget and MTV Cribs tastes. But fortunately when it comes to those after class activities, you’ve got options for maximizing your entertainment while keeping costs down, and it starts with a streaming device.

 Google Cast is the brand name of Google’s TV software package. It can give you multi-screen experiences by connecting the devices like your smartphone, tablet or computer to your TV. Admittedly using Google’s Cast platform is a bit different, particularly for those who are familiar with Smart TVs, or folks who are used to surfing their cable company’s menu or guide for content on the screen. Because the content doesn’t reside inside the Cast TV, but it is accessed via your phone, it’s a different mindset to get used to. But once you try it, you’ll find it’s easy to operate and get accustomed to.

 If you’re moving out this fall, now’s a good time to start planning what you want to take with you… and what you’ll need to get for your student apartment or dorm room.   There’s no question having a way to entertain yourself after class is essential, so take a look at 5 great TVs to put in your space, from basic, to smart.

 Two new TVs just out are widening the options for smart TV shoppers. Toshiba has just launched two new smart sets that use the Google Cast TV platform.

 Camping season is in full swing, and unless you own an RV you’ll need some shelter to sleep in. If you own a truck, you’ve probably contemplated one of the cool looking truck bed tent models.  Are they worth it?  What considerations do you need to be aware of with this type of tent? Can you use it with a tonneau cover? Click for the full blog review plus a video.

 Headphones designed for runners and athletes are all about staying in place during your activity. Whether it’s cushioned foam holding earbuds in, or clips or bands that can help keep things steady, if your primary use for headphones is sports, you’ll want to be sure they come with the ability to hold them in place. But there are other cool features you can find built right into headphones, including water or sweat resistance, heart rate monitoring, personal coaching, and more.    

 One of the major complaints from early adopters of 4K technology is that getting original content in 4K has been difficult. The Philips 4K Blu-ray player now allows you to watch 4K movies like The Martian, Deadpool, Batman vs Superman, Star Trek and more. Plus, built-in streaming gives your even more content options from services like Netflix too.

 I test a lot of headphones, and while just about any pair you get will insert music into your ears, when it comes to higher priced headphones, you want to make sure the sound quality is top notch. Do the new Sony MDR-XB950BT over-ear wireless headphones deliver?