Erin Lawrence

You’ve probably been reading a lot about 4K and HD TVs in your hunt for a new television, but which format is best for you? How do you know what the major differences are between them? Read on for a short primer on the 4 main differences betweem HD or 1080p, and 4K or Ultra HD.

 There’s a world of choice when it comes to receivers. How do you know where to start your search for the perfect unit? Check out Best Buy’s Top 5 list.

 There are all kinds of reasons you might want a wireless speaker; backyard BBQs, camping trips, or just keeping entertained while working in the backyard. Sony has a new small, portable speaker out that can do the trick. Check out the SRS-XB2 “Extra Bass”.

 The Roku Streaming Stick has been a popular device for turning ‘dumb’ TVs into smart streaming devices instantly and inexpensively.  So it’s good news then that Roku has just released its new version. Is it worth upgrading from your existing Roku? To see what the differences are, and how well it works overall, read the full review.

 It’s one thing to read about the amazing new TV technology that’s out there today, it’s another to experience it for yourself. From crystal clear resolution that’s more than four times better than your current HD TV, to eye-poppingly rich and bright HDR colour, Samsung’s best TVs were on display in Calgary at a recent event.

 To hardwire, or not to hard wire? That may be the question for backyard dwellers this summer. If you’re looking for some great outdoor speaker options for your space, you’ll first need to decide if you need portable versatility, or if you want to make your installation permanent.  Either way, we’ve got a list of great outdoor speaker options for each scenario.

Gearing up for camping season is one of my favourite times of the year.  I love planning for a host of summer excursions to the great outdoors. Whether you need a new tent, or just some lighting for your site, or even some portable wine glasses for a bit of a ‘glamping’ touch, we’ve got some fun new gear for your excursions this summer.

Choosing the right streaming device can be confusing; after all what’s the best bet for what you want, and what are some of the key differences among the options?  In part 3 of our series we look at the “how-to” of streaming with a Roku Streaming Stick.

 Streaming is growing in popularity, but it may be tough to know which device is right for you. So I am going to show you how each one works.

 With Mother’s Day coming soon, it’s a great time to start thinking about a gift she’ll really enjoy.  We scoured the Best Buy website for the best gifts under $50 for mom; everything from active gear, to handbags, movies, and even home accessories, there’s something in our top 10 list for every mom.