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Bang & Olufsen Beolit 12 Review
by Caleb Denison
3 Feb 2012 at 5:45pm
Editor?s Note: We make mention in our video review that the Beolit 12 had to be manually reconnected to our Wi-Fi network each time it was powered up. B&O has since informed us this will be changed with a firmware update that will be available by the time the unit is available in the US.
Can Redbox beat Netflix by snubbing Warner Brothers 56-day plan?
by Mike Flacy
2 Feb 2012 at 8:36pm
With movie studios still attempting to restrict when a consumer can rent a new release, Redbox has decided to forget the extended wait period and bring new movies to customers on launch day.
Marantz PM6004 Review
by Caleb Denison
2 Feb 2012 at 3:50pm
When word came around that Marantz had given its already well-reputed PM6003 integrated amp a design refresh in the form of the new PM6004, we found ourselves scratching our heads a little. The PM6003 was very well received; so, if it ain?t broke, why fix it? Perhaps because integrated amps seem to be catching on
Resuscitating Sony: Why new CEO Kazuo Hirai has his work cut out for him
by Geoff Duncan
1 Feb 2012 at 6:05pm
Freshly minted Sony CEO Kazuo Hirai is taking the helm of a troubled ship. Here's how Sony has managed to run aground over the past decade, and a look at Hirai's options for getting it back afloat.
Sony drops Stringer, names Kazuo Hirai president and CEO
by Andrew Couts
1 Feb 2012 at 7:14am
After four years of losses, Sony has named Kazuo Hirai its new president and CEO, replacing Sir. Howard Stringer.
Why Microsoft will beat Apple?s iTV in the living room
by Molly McHugh
31 Jan 2012 at 1:15pm
The Apple iTV talk just won't die, but we know one thing that could ultimately kill it: Microsoft, the Xbox, and the rest of its connected TV ecosystem.
Oppo BDP-95 Review
by Caleb Denison
31 Jan 2012 at 1:11pm
Oppo may not yet be a household name in consumer electronics, but the company has come a long way in just a few short years. Because it has managed to issue one top-notch product after another, Oppo has earned some hearty recognition and respect from A/V reviewers, industry pros and dedicated fans alike. Now, Oppo
Comcast patent reveals social TV plans
by Andrew Couts
30 Jan 2012 at 6:35am
The next version of Comcast's Xfinity TV program guide could include a wide array of new social features.
How Boxee may accelerate cord cutting with the social Live TV tuner
by Mike Flacy
24 Jan 2012 at 10:15pm
While many Americans continue to pay high content costs for access to cable or satellite programming, Boxee is rolling out a Live TV solution for current and future Boxee Box owners.
Aperion Audio Verus Grand Tower Review
by Caleb Denison
24 Jan 2012 at 2:19pm
Author?s Note: Full disclosure: I used to be employed by Aperion Audio three years ago. For two and a half years, I avoided reviewing any of Aperion Audio?s equipment because I felt doing so might generate a perceived conflict of interest, even though such a conflict has never existed. A few months ago, I heard
TiVo updates HD user interface, adds multi-room streaming
by Mike Flacy
21 Jan 2012 at 12:04pm
While many people have turned to DVR alternatives like Hulu Plus and Netflix streaming services on set-top boxes and game consoles, TiVo is releasing a new update for subscribers to remain competitive with consumers.
Interview: One on one with SOL Republic?s Scott Hix
by Caleb Denison
20 Jan 2012 at 1:10pm
We sat down with SOL Republic's President and COO, Scott Hix, to get an inside look at how the aggressively growing company approaches the ballooning headphone market.
Microsoft says it will fix Xbox color and streaming resolution issues ? but n...
by Molly McHugh
20 Jan 2012 at 9:27am
Microsoft is rumored to have pushed an unfinished update too early, and now the fix doesn't have a timeline.
While MPAA watches SOPA crumble, digital rentals rise as physical rentals dec...
by Mike Flacy
19 Jan 2012 at 10:25pm
As more consumers turn to streaming video rentals on services like Amazon Prime, Vudu and iTunes, physical disc rentals are falling and leaving movie studios wondering how to best distribute films.
Klipsch Gallery G-17 Air Review
by Caleb Denison
19 Jan 2012 at 4:17pm
When it comes to wireless music streaming, AirPlay, for the time being at least, remains our preferred technology. For us, DLNA is insultingly slow and limited, and Bluetooth, on top of being historically unstable, is limited by its operable range and (with certain exceptions) sound quality. A lot of the Bluetooth devices we?ve tried
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