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Erin Lawrence

Erin Lawrence
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Editor TV and Home Theatre
Erin is a journalist, writer, and TV producer with a fascination for technology and a love of gadgets. Check out her blog TechGadgetsCanada.com

What is available to stream in 4K now

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If you’re looking for 4K content for your new 4K TV, or considering upgrading your set but wondering what you can watch, the answer is: plenty. New content is being added constantly, and 2016 promises to be the year of 4K, with more content coming on line or being announced every month. Take a look at some of the streaming TV options in 4K that you can watch today, plus some major announcements about what’s coming soon. 

4K Content: Sports, Movies and Events are coming to our cable boxes

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4K content has been kind of a chicken and egg scenario; people have been reluctant to get a 4K TV because there hasn’t been a lot to watch in 4K. Producers have been reluctant to makes shows in 4K because not a lot of people were adopting 4K TVs.    It appears the tide is now turning, as a slate of new 4K content has been announced for Canada.

Mipow Playbulb String lights & bulbs review

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Playbulb's LED String lights give you smart functionality via a Bluetooth connection; you can turn them on or off with your smartphone, adjust colour to dozens of different subtler hues, you can set timers, or use a handful of special effects, all automatically.

Sonos PLAY:1 – Reviewing a popular Wi-Fi speaker

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It’s easily one of the most popular and well known wireless Wi-Fi speakers on the market today. But it’s no wonder people want to know if Sonos speakers live up to the hype. I received a Sonos PLAY:1 speaker recently for a couple weeks of testing and review in my home. Is it everything it’s cracked up to be? Let’s...

Sony wireless sports headphones review

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Trying to find just the right pair of headphones to use for sports or activities can be challenging. I just tested 2 new wireless sport headphones from Sony, and really liked them. Found out why ...

How to choose speakers to get a concert-like experience at home

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You're shopping for speakers; you think you've graduated from the tiny super portable wireless versions to something bigger and better, but where to begin? There are some excellent choices in a mid-to-large sized wireless speakers from top manufacturers like Sonos and Harman Kardon.

Google announces the new Chromecast Ultra

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Google has made the leap to 4K streaming! In an announcement today, the company revealed a brand new Chromecast streaming device called the Ultra, which will not only have 4K capabilities, but also HDR support, and faster processing.

New 4K TV? What to do to make sure you’re getting 4K content (and the most from your TV)

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If you're shopping for a new 4K TV, you might want to do some homework. Just buying a new 4K TV won't necessarily guarantee that everything you watch is suddenly in 4K resolution. What do you need to know, and what other devices might you want to consider adding to your new 4K home theatre to get the most from your TV? Read on to find out.

Bose SoundTouch line announces new components

Bose is well known for its superior audio quality. Now, there's a new suite of products just announced for the popular and compact Bose 'SoundTouch' line. Bose has just released a soundbar, a wireless bass module, a special adapter, and wireless rear speakers, all designed to create a wireless, seamless, and scaleable home theatre system.

Top 5 Under $50: Best headphones as rated by Best Buy customers

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It’s not many electronic devices that get as close to us as headphones. Whether your preference is for in-ear buds or noise isolating over-ear models, there are a huge amount of choices out there and many price points. Starting your shopping with recommendations is a great way to narrow the field, so check out our budget picks; the 5 best headphones as rated by Best Buy shoppers that will set you back $50 or less.