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Review: Sennheiser RS 130 Surround Wireless Headphones

July 11, 2012

A home entertainment room isn’t complete without the perfect sound setup, and these days there are some great options for all the audiophiles out there. If you want the ultimate private viewing experience that rivals any regular speaker system, Sennheiser has come up with a gem of a product.

The Sennheiser RS 130 is a perfect mid-range product that won’t dent your bank account while still offering quality sound in a tight package. Whether you need wireless headphones to enhance your favorite movies, or a practical product that allows you to watch TV while your partner sleeps besides you, these headphones deliver in all key categories. Strap one on and you might never go back to the way things were.

Sennheiser RS 130 Key Features

Long transmission range offering solid connection is all areas of your home
Excellent range of motion that won’t have you glued to one place
Great recharge rate and Read More »

Five of the Best Entertainment Products to Hit the Stores in 2012

July 9, 2012

The year 2012 has seen many new technologies hit the shelves in local entertainment and technology stores. These products were welcomed with enthusiasm and almost instantly became part of pop culture in our modern world. The following describes in more detail the best entertainment products to hit the stores in 2012 as well as the ones that may be about to do so later this year. See if your favorite item made the list!

iPad: 3rd Generation

The iPad 3 is one of the most talked-about tech products to hit the stores in 2012. The latest version of this smart pad busted onto the scene early this year with all-new feature enhancements: a greater number of applications (including iLife and iWork), faster load times, ultra-fast 4G LTE, and breakthrough retina display technology, all within the tablet’s by-now recognizable sleek form factor. The most impressive part is the retina display, which is able Read More »

Safety Tips for Online Electronics Shopping

February 27, 2012

If you are in the market to purchase new electronics or home theater equipment, then just a little shopping around will reveal to you that these electronics can be very expensive, and can vary greatly in cost from one retailer to the next. One of the best ways of finding great deals on electronics is via online resources.

However, there is also some risk associated with making such a weighty purchase without first seeing the product “in real life.” So how do you ensure you are getting what you pay for when you buy electronics in this sight-unseen method? Follow these safety tips for online electronics shopping.

Reviews. Once you have in mind exactly what you want to purchase, search online for customer reviews. There is perhaps no better way to determine a product’s quality than to hear directly from people who have already used it. Also, don’t forget Read More »

High-Five For Hi-Fis: What Can You Expect From The Bristol Hi-Fi Show?

February 20, 2012

With more than 190 exhibitors, this year’s Bristol Sound & Vision Show is set to exceed even the highest of expectations. For hi-fi lovers there is no greater event than this – so what can you expect to find in Bristol this month?

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Exhibitors

With just shy of 200 exhibitors planning to descend on the center of Bristol, the choice for those with a love of entertainment and all things home theater is immense. A number of major brands and companies are already signed up to take part in this event, with Epson, Philips, Yamaha, Onkyo, Pioneer, and JVC just a few of these.

Additional companies and exhibitors are being added to the list every day and this means the current figure is expected to grow. The range of items on display from these manufactures covers everything from rack systems to cables, components, Read More »

Best Websites to Help You Compare Electronics

January 25, 2012

Whenever you look for new consumer electronics equipment or a home theater component, such as a television or a computer, it’s important to know what you’re buying, and to spend lots of time and effort on researching beforehand. It’s easy to get overwhelmed at the showroom if you don’t know what you’re buying. There are so many brands and models to choose from! Fortunately, there are lots of online resources to assist you in choosing the best possible product. Here are some of the best websites to help you compare electronics.

CNET.com

Established in 1994 originally as a series of TV programs about computers, tech, and the Internet, CNET is one of the leading technology websites today. It is an invaluable resource to help guide you through any electronics purchase you hope to make. There are reviews for thousands of products, including cell phones, smartphones, tablets, PCs, televisions (LCD Read More »