TV & Audio

Tizen, WebOS, Firefox, Roku and Android. You’re bound to come across these names when shopping for a new smart TV.  They’re some of the operating systems now built into smart TVs; essentially the brains that give new TVs added features like streaming and web browsing.  But which is which? Are some better than others? Check out what you need to know before you go shopping.

TELUS’ new Pik TV service is now available in BC and Alberta, and I was recently given an in-depth demo of the media box and all it has to offer. Here’s what I learned …

Jam Ultra true wireless earbuds let you listen to your music with complete freedom from any wires at an affordable price.

Beats by Dr. Dre Studio 3 headphones are now available at Best Buy, and this is a pair of headphones you've got to hear to believe.

UHD. HDR. You might be wondering WTH is going on with all the acronyms in home theatre these days. HDR is a pretty exciting new developement in TV technology that will make video look even more realistic.So if you’re not up to speed on HDR, NP, we’ve got the 411 on what HDR is and what it can do for you.

Wondering about 4K TV & if you should invest in it? Is the video quality really that much better? Read our primer: everything you need to know about 4KTV

Some people think sound bars are a waste of money.  After all, if your TV needed better speakers, wouldn’t manufacturers build them in?  Turns out it’s not that simple, and there are several reasons why a sound bar is now a must have with today’s newer, thinner HD and 4K TVs. Find out why.

Looking to buy a new TV but don't know your HDR from your OLED? And what the heck is a wallpaper TV, anyway? Get the 411 on new TV technology and how to choose what's right for you.

The sound of your home theatre is crucial to enjoying your music, movies and video games, so I'm going to give you tips for getting sweet home theatre audio for every budget.

The Sony HT-ST5000 sound bar has Chromecast built in which allows you to easily stream audio from your smartphone or tablet. Read my review to learn more.