Erin Lawrence

Would you drive your car without insurance? Would you take a pass on insuring your home's valuables in the event of a break in or fire? If you wouldn't do that, why would you run your valuable electronics without protection? Sensitive tech gadgets are vulnerable to surges that we have no control over. All we can do is pick up some insurance against damage. Here's how...

4K TVs are becoming more popular and more well known but did you know that in order to enjoy true 4K content, you'll likely need more than just the TV? To watch the newest Hollywood movies in sharp, detailled 4K resolution, you'll also need a 4K ready disc player, like Samsung's new 4K UHD Blu-ray player. This one does more than just play discs; it's a whole home entertainment centre in one sleek and curvy package. Find out what's great about it and what needs improvement.

For some, upgrading from a 1080p TV to the newest 4K version may feel intimidating. But with the new Insignia Roku 4K UHD TV, it's easy to set up and to use the TV's built in smart streaming functions. Plus with gorgeous 4K resolution you'll be able to enjoy all the newest movies and TV shows which are now being shot in 4K.

Wireless portable speakers are popular because they can be placed in any room, they sound great, and often they’re easy to set up and...

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.