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Now that 2016 is here, it’s time to honour all those resolutions you made when the clock struck midnight. There’s no better time than the present, but don’t worry, we’re here to give you some support in keeping those promises. So, if your New Year’s resolution was to learn a new skill, read on for how to actually make it happen in 2016.

LEGO is one of those rare toys that’s never gone out of style for generation after generation, and in fact, the little coloured building blocks’ popularity seems to have exploded even more in recent years, thanks to associated movies, video games and related products. But it always comes down to the pure joy kids get from creating cool things out of those LEGOs, and there are a ba-zillion sets from which to choose, ranging from super hero and sci-fi packs, to Disney Princesses, Star Wars and beyond. But, to save you some shopping time this holiday season, we’re giving you a glimpse at some of the hottest LEGO sets of 2015.

Pull up a chair, get comfortable and fill a bowl with your favourite snack, because just in time for the holiday season it’s family game night at the Best Buy Plug-In Blog, and you get to be a part of the fun as we play and review seven games from award-winning comics and tabletop game publisher IDW Games.

Has home security been on your mind? Are you looking to better safeguard your family and belongings, but want something that’s easy and doesn’t break the bank? We take a look at the Skylink Alarm System Starter Kit and also the company’s Motion Activated Lighting Control Starter Kit to see how simple it can be to add more control and security to your household.

Sony has unveiled its newest line of around and in-ear stereo headphones under the “h.ear” brand moniker, and we get to put the three different types to the test to see if these premium hi-res cans and earbuds can deliver the quality audio people expect from today’s high-end digital music.

The holidays are just around the corner, and you know what that means… buying gifts. Whether it’s for the office party “Secret Santa,” a simple stocking stuffer, or something extra to put under the tree for a guest; it’s never easy — or cheap — to find that perfect present. Well, we’ve done the legwork for you this year, and prepared our list of the top Gifts Under $50 That Can’t Miss.

Whether you’re in the market for a new tablet to cosy up to on the couch as the weather starts to turn cold, or looking for the best one to give to that special someone this holiday season, it’s never easy making that choice with so many different products on the market. Let Best Buy’s customers help you narrow down your search, with a list of the five best tablets for the Holiday Season, based on your own feedback and reviews.

Everyone`s seen the infomercials on TV with people singing the praises of Bose sound systems, and how they can pack a lot of sonic punch into a little stylish package, so I was intrigued to have a chance to put the new Bose Wave SoundTouch through its paces and see what the noise was all about.

I’m a real PC geek at heart who’s built a couple of my own rigs over the years, and this month, I got to dream up my own ultimate PC multimedia setup to share with Plug-In Blog readers.

Do you like streaming HD movies or playing lots of games online, but your Wi-Fi speeds seem to be stuck in the slow lane despite having a decent router? Our review lets you know if it’s time to give your rig or laptop a well-deserved boost with the D-Link AC1900 Ultra Wi-Fi USB Adapter.