TV & Audio

 Have you ever wondered how watts impact your home theatre audio? How about ohms, volts and amps? Understanding how your amplifier and speakers work together will empower you to design an audio system that will perform at its best. 

 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.

 Do you like music that rattles your bones with the sound of thundering bass? Are you also someone that likes your music on the go and personal? Then you might appreciate the new Sony MDR-XB650BT Wireless Headphones with Extra Bass (that’s what the “XB” stands for). I got the chance to demo a pair of these new wireless phones, so read on to find out if they’re worth the good Sony audio name, and if you should be switching over to these babies.

 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.

   I rarely go anywhere without a pair of headphones on me. I guess I just live by the motto that everything in life is more fun when you’re listening to great music. Whether I’m behind my laptop, working out, or even just grocery shopping, I’m almost always tuned in. So you can imagine how excited I was to get the chance to test and review the Beats Solo 2 Wireless On-Ear Headphones. Not only are they Beats, which I’ve been itching to try, but are wireless too!    

 Music can be an essential part of your fitness experience. The very worst part? Cables; That’s why I like Bluetooth headsets, but I’ve had trouble finding a pair that is comfortable enough to rock every time I go out. I’ve found that pair now: The Jaybird X2 are the best Bluetooth buds I’ve used. Wanna know why? Read on to find out.

 Two new KS series 4K HDR televisions are launching from Samsung, and Best Buy is carrying both. I was invited to Best Buy HQ in Burnaby, BC, to take a first look at them, and to provide you with a review of the experience. If you haven’t already read my review of the KS8000 series, check it out, it’s worth your time. For those looking to step up to the KS9000 series, read on. I think you’ll be thrilled to hear what Samsung has for you with this premium model.

Spring is an exciting time if you love colour and beauty. I’m not talking about flowers and trees; Samsung’s annual model changeover happens in May each year, bringing exciting new things to the home theatre space. Two new 4k models are hitting shelves soon and I had a chance to visit Best Buy Headquarters to see them in person. Are they everything we’ve come to hope from Samsung? Read on to find out.

 The destruction caused by the Avengers has finally become a cause for concern for politicians; they want a system of accountability in place. This leads to a rift between Captain America (Chris Evans) and Iron Man (Robert Downey Jr.).

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.