TV & Audio

I for one am pretty pumped that the 4th generation Apple TV now has a release date. My favourite media streamer is now an app-running, game-playing, video and music streaming powerhouse with Siri baked in. The Apple TV 4 is now available on shelves and online at Best Buy.

Selecting audio for your home theatre can be intimidating. There are many different setups, and components galore; so how do you know what to choose? I’ve broken the process down into three different configurations from easy to elite to help you find just the right audio solution for your home.

Portable wireless speakers are taking over home entertainment. It’s just too easy to move them around and play your favourite music, podcasts, or web streaming services anywhere.  One of the big complaints about this kind of speaker has been audio quality, but thanks to audio giant Bose, there’s now an entire line of high end portable Wi-Fi speakers available to choose from.  What’s the difference in the different speakers in their line, and how well do they work? Read the review.

It’s not hard to find a Bluetooth speaker these days. It seems like almost every manufacturer is taking a stab at making one, or two, or three of them. With the greater level of choice comes a greater need to qualify which one is best for you. The Fugoo Tough XL is denoted by the suffix at the end that makes it seem like it’s huge. It is big compared to its predecessor, but its rugged design and booming sound are worth a listen.

Wires are a pain when it comes to most technology, but with headphones, they’re even more annoying. They get tangled in everything from your arms, to the arm of a seat on the bus or plane, and they’re always getting in the way of your smartphone screen. If you’re still using the uncomfortable hard plastic wired headphones that came with your phone, or you need an upgrade, check out the top picks (both in-ear and over-ear) from Best Buy customers, who’ve tested these wireless headphones and love them.

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.

Where were you 22 years ago when the Toronto Blue Jays last made it to (and won) the World Series?  Were you in Elementary School like I was? Were you even alive back then? Whether this is a long time coming, or the first time you’ve been able to watch the Jays in the Playoffs, it’s time to come together. Read on to find out more on how, including the schedule for the American League Championship Series.

Halloween is my favourite time of year. While some might name Christmas or some other special day as their favourite, I have always most enjoyed the scary season. There are so many fun and intriguing elements to Halloween, like the spooky decorations, and the possibility of real ghosts and gobblins—not to mention all the candy! So put out the cat, pull down the shades, and Join me inside as I dare to reveal a few frightfully fun ways to make the most of this one and only evening of fear and fun.

With fall in full swing, and winter imminent, it’s a great time of year to consider a new TV.  Since Canadians like to hibernate in winter, picking out a gorgeous new flat screen set with smart streaming functions will go a long way to keeping you entertained theough the coming season.

It’s fun shopping for accessories for your home theatre.  The ideas and cool gadgets are seemingly endless.  But there are three must-have items your home theatre can’t be without.  Find out what they are, and see if you agree or disagree.