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Samsung S90H (QE65S90H) 4K TV Review
Verdict Despite ditching QD OLED technology this year, Samsung’s latest 65-inch S90 mid-range OLED is still a very fine TV Excellent black levels and contrast Reflection-free screen Strong gaming performer Some picture preset issues Lacks QD OLED colour range Slight green tint with wide angle viewing Key Features Review Price: £1899 Uses LG Display’s WRGB panels rather than Samsung’s own QD OLED technology All four of the S90H’s HDMIs support 4K graphics at 120Hz frame rates Samsung’s Tizen...
‘The Dog Stars’ 4K Blu-Ray Details Revealed
‘The Dog Stars’ 4K Blu-Ray Details Revealed John Archer, Senior Contributor Updated Tue, 20 October 2026 at 10:13 pm UTC Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. It may not have conquered the cinema box office, but Ridley Scott's 'The Dog Stars' has a chance to win over the home theater world with its 4K Blu-ray release. Out December 1.
A Montrealer Backstage: Melissa Auf der Maur at the AGO
Most Montrealers are familiar with the name Melissa Auf der Maur due to her legendary touring through the 1990s as the bassist with both Courtney Love’s band, Hole and, later, The Smashing Pumpkins (who played the Bell Centre, ex-Auf der Maur, on October 9, by the way). What many may be surprised to hear is that she left her studies in Concordia University’s photography program to do so.
Samsung HW-Q990H Review
Verdict Samsung’s HW-Q9990H might not exactly reinvent the wheel where the brand’s flagship soundbars are concerned, but it still manages to find a couple of small improvements to what were already the finest full surround soundbar in town Exceptionally powerful, detailed sound Outstandingly immersive surround sound experience Good for music too Not as tidy as a single bar soundbar Vocals can be a touch ‘hard’ Premium price Squirrel Widget Key Features Review Price: £1449 With its...
Acer HL6810ATV Review
Verdict While Acer’s cute new projector doesn’t do anything spectacular, it’s a decent enough movie and gaming all-rounder for its money Solid all-round picture quality Fun big-screen gaming option Compact, portable design Not as bright as expected Flimsy integrated audio system Dated smart system Key Features Review Price: £1249 Texas Instruments' XPR technology combines pixel shifting with fast flashing of DLP technology’s mirrors to deliver 4K pictures The Laser/LED hybrid lighting system...
TCL C8L (65C8L) review
6 hours ago A new Pentagon study focusing on the future of warfare is raising ethical concerns about its authors' potential conflicts of interest. Last week, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced "Project Meridian: The Future of Warfare," a study of automated and AI-powered weaponry. In addition to former …
‘Con Air’ And ‘National Treasure’ 4K Blu-Ray Details Revealed
‘Con Air’ And ‘National Treasure’ 4K Blu-Ray Details Revealed John Archer, Senior Contributor Updated Fri, October 2, 2026 at 4:40 p.m. UTC Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google.
‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ 4K Blu-Ray Details Announced—Including Two Different Steelbooks
‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ 4K Blu-Ray Details Announced—Including Two Different Steelbooks John Archer, Senior Contributor Updated Thu, October 1, 2026 at 8:21 p.m. UTC Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' comes to 4K Blu-ray in the U.S. on December 15.
Epson Unveils Three New 4K Laser Home Cinema Projectors
After focussing in recent months on expanding its lifestyle projector offering, Epson has now announced no less than three new projector's focused squarely at the serious home cinema market. The LS5000, LS6000 and LS7500 are designed to join Epson's flagship LS11000 home cinema model.
Dinner with Strangers
Archer Gets Around “John Archer. Walking.” I am sitting in a dining room in an apartment in Montreal’s NDG neighbourhood with seven strangers, answering the icebreaker question posed by one of our hosts: “Tell us your name and one small thing bringing you joy lately.” I am excited already about unabashedly sharing an intimate detail about myself in front of strangers. Suddenly, we are all talking about the number of steps we try to get in on a daily basis.
Sky Go App Gets Major Update—Including Full HD Streaming
Sky Go App Gets Major Update—Including Full HD Streaming John Archer, Senior Contributor Updated Thu, 10 September 2026 at 9:25 pm UTC Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The Sky Go app's major new update makes it a much more intuitive and familiar companion for Sky's Glass TVs and Stream set top boxes.
AWOL Vision Unveils World’s First 4K 120Hz UST Projector With Optical Shift—And A Fully Customizable Design
These are happy times if you're a fan of gaming on really big screens. Just days after JMGO announced the launch in the U.S. and Europe of the world's first projector to deliver 120Hz refresh rates with 4K content, AWOL Vision has also announced a new 4K 120Hz debutante. In fact, AWOL Vision claims that its new LuxVision projector is also a world first – specifically the world's first 4K 120Hz Ultra Short Throw projector with optical shift.
Discussion about our article: Panasonic Provides Reassuring Update on its TV Future
Read the article. Despite missing a key summer product window, Panasonic remains bullish about its TV future. We attended the company's IFA 2026 presentation where it gave an update on the progress of the new business partnership between its TV division and Chinese brand Skyworth.
Panasonic Provides Reassuring Update on its TV Future
Panasonic looks to the Sky... by John Archer 14 minutes ago OLED Smart TV Panasonic While clearly stated with tongue planted firmly in cheek, these words were hardly the most auspicious way for the new business partnership behind the Panasonic TV brand to open a presentation at the recent IFA technology show on how well the February-announced strategic partnership between Panasonic’s TV division and Chinese brand Skyworth was going. Fortunately, from this point on the only way was very much up.
IFA 2026 Report: The Best TVs, Hi-Fi & Home Cinema Tech from Berlin
A couple of points became obvious pretty much right away. First, this IFA was very much not the major showcase for new TVs that it used to be, with attention focused much more on projectors and audio products instead. Second, every major brand and its mother was trying so hard to convince you it was the king of AI that you ended up feeling like you never wanted to see those two letters write large on a billboard again. ...
The AVForums IFA 2026 Report: The Best TVs, Hi-Fi & Home Cinema Tech from Berlin
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Reseeding of a Long-Term Permanent Grassland With a Multi-Species Sward: 2. Forage Quality Effects
Conflicts of Interest The authors declare no conflicts of interest. Data Availability Statement Data sharing not applicable to this article as no datasets were generated or analyzed during the current study. Supporting Information Filename Description gfs70082-sup-0001-Tables.docxWord 2007 document , 58.4 KB Table S1: The rate of the seed applied (kg ha−1) for each species in the multi-species sward seed mixture in 2019 and 2020.
JMGO Unveils World-First 4K/120Hz Projector
Fast-growing Chinese projection brand JMGO has formally launched a new projector into the US and Europe that it claims is the world first projector to combine true 4K resolution with 120Hz refresh rates. This is a bold claim for JMGO to make about its new IRIS Ultra Max on a number of levels.
JMGO Unveils World-First 4K/120Hz Projector
Fast-growing Chinese projection brand JMGO has formally launched a new projector into the US and Europe that it claims is the world first projector to combine true 4K resolution with 120Hz refresh rates. This is a bold claim for JMGO to make about its new IRIS Ultra Max on a number of levels.
JMGO Unveils World-First 4K/120Hz Projector
John Archer, Senior Contributor Updated Mon 7 September 2026 at 1:15 am UTC 5 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The JMGO IRIS Ultra Max is the world's first 4K/120Hz projector. Photo: JMGO Fast-growing Chinese projection brand JMGO has formally launched a new projector into the US and Europe that it claims is the world first projector to combine true 4K resolution with 120Hz refresh rates.
JMGO Unveils World-First 4K/120Hz Projector
Fast-growing Chinese projection brand JMGO has formally launched a new projector into the US and Europe that it claims is the world first projector to combine true 4K resolution with 120Hz refresh rates. This is a bold claim for JMGO to make about its new IRIS Ultra Max on a number of levels.
TCL Showcases Expanded Gaming Monitor Range—And A Spectacular New Glasses-Free 3D Prototype
John Archer, Senior Contributor Updated Sun 6 September 2026 at 11:07 pm UTC 4 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. IFA Technology show update: TCL has unveiled a new 27-inch OLED monitor, the 27X3B. Photo: John Archer TCL's bid to expand its success beyond TVs at the recent IFA technology show in Germany wasn't restricted to the soundbars discussed in this earlier story.
TCL Showcases Expanded Gaming Monitor Range—And A Spectacular New Glasses-Free 3D Prototype
TCL's bid to expand its success beyond TVs at the recent IFA technology show in Germany wasn't restricted to the soundbars discussed in this earlier story. It also made a big show of its latest gaming monitor range, including announcing the arrival of a pair of extra screen sizes and unveiling a mind-boggling new 8K-resolution glasses-free 3D 32-inch prototype.
Sony Bravia 5 review: meticulously controlled brightness, strong sound and a slick OS
Sony Bravia 5: Two-minute review The Sony Bravia 5 is a mini-LED TV with crisp images, strong contrast and great gaming features. It occupies that level in Sony's TV range where the brand has historically struggled to maintain its high standards. The Bravia 5, though, bucks this trend in pretty spectacular fashion. The Sony Bravia 5 retains both mini-LED lighting and local dimming, for starters, as well as an 120Hz panel to keep gamers happy.
TCL Reveals New Soundbar Range
Now that TCL has completed the global launch of its latest (and greatest) TV range, the brand is turning its attention to another more up and coming but still key part of its AV product offering: Soundbars. Some details of TCL's 2026 soundbars have been announced previously, but now full ranging information is available, including U.K. and Euro pricing. Sitting at the top of TCL's 2026 soundbar range is the new Q95K model.
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Pace Morby and his gator lending tribe
I joined Pace's Gator tribe in January and have learned a great deal about funding wholesalers EMD and private money lending. I have made some money, but more so on the private money lending side which Pace really has not delved into thus far, although, we are told more specific training is coming on this.
Roku Rocks The TV World With Aggressively Priced Debut OLED Models
Once known only for its famously easy to use streaming service and a few set top boxes and streaming sticks, Roku has today made its most aggressive move yet into the world of TV hardware by launching not one but two new ranges of OLED TVs. What's more, just to make sure its move lands with the maximum industry impact, it's revealed that it's going to be selling its debut OLED TVs at prices well below the sort of level most established OLED brands will be able to compete with.
Discussion of our review of KEF XIO Dolby Atmos Soundbar
#1 Read the KEF XIO Dolby Atmos Soundbar Review. The catchily named XIO is KEF's first Dolby Atmos soundbar - and it appears to be arriving very much as a one off. Has the brand's wait, until it's got everything 'just so', paid off in a mature market with some leaders. #2 Wow what a review! Makes my decision even easier to swap out. I just hope the surrounds are released in quarter 3 as per the info on KEF’s website. Will connect my KK sub! Boom! @John Archer have you heard the Sonos ultimate setup?
LG Display Develops New OLED Panels With More Brightness And Longer Lifespans
John Archer, Senior Contributor Updated Wed 19 August 2026 at 11:21 pm UTC 4 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. LG Display's new FLiPP OLED technology is on show now at the International Meeting on Information Display (IMID) in Busan.
Premium AV Brand Loewe Opens New Concept Store At Harrods
John Archer, Senior Contributor Wed 19 August 2026 at 8:00 am UTC 3 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Premium German AV brand Loewe can now be found exhibiting its premium AV products on the fifth floor of Harrods in London. Photo: Loewe If you're a premium brand that really wants to be "seen", there's no better place to put yourself out there than Harrods.
Samsung Announces Partnership With ‘Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4’—Including Full HDR10+ Support
Samsung has struck a deal to make it the official TV, monitor, soundbar and wireless speaker partner for 'Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4'. Photo: Samsung/Activision Samsung has revealed today that it has signed an exclusive deal with Activision making it the official TV, monitor, soundbar and even Wi-Fi speaker partner for upcoming FPS game, Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4.
Samsung Launches ‘Back To School’ Deals On Many Of Its 2026 Gaming And Productivity Monitors
John Archer, Senior Contributor Updated Sat, 15 August 2026 at 12:05 am UTC 4 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The Samsung The Movingstyle Essential is being discounted to $579.99 until Labor Day 2026.
‘Toy Story 5’ 4K Blu-Ray Details Announced—Including Surprising Use Of A 100GB Disc
Despite still going strong in cinemas as the school summer holidays roll on, building on a global box office take that's already cruised past $1 billion, Toy Story 5 already has designs on taking the home cinema world by storm too – on physical media as well as streaming services. In fact, Disney has announced that Toy Story 5 fans can look forward to the film appearing on today's most premium physical media format, with a 4K Blu-ray release scheduled to hit stores on September 22.
Samsung Confirms New HDR10+ Advanced Format Will Go Live On Prime Video This Month
John Archer, Senior Contributor Updated Tue, 11 August 2026 at 1:38 pm UTC 3 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Samsung 2026 TVs like this S95H (S99H in Europe) are equipped for the second generation of HDR10+, called HDR10+ Advanced.
Samsung HW-QS90H
Awesome though Samsung’s flagship HW-Q990H soundbar might be, it’s also… a lot. At £1499 it’s a lot of money, and given its inclusion of two rears and a chunky subwoofer alongside the main soundbar a lot of speakers too. If it all sounds a bit much one way or the other, though, fear not: Samsung also has an ideal alternative for you in the simple shape of the £849 HW-QS90H.
Marantz Unveils New Cinema Series 2 AV Receiver Range
John Archer, Senior Contributor Updated Wed, 5 August 2026 at 2:38 pm UTC 4 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The Marantz Cinema 50 Series 2 is the flagship model of the brand's latest AVR series. Photo: Marantz Marantz has taken the wraps off a new Cinema 2 range of AV receivers designed to deliver a wide array of performance and feature enhancements over the brand's original Cinema AVR range.
Hisense Launches The PX4 Pro—The First TriChroma Laser Cinema Projector With AMD FreeSync Premium Certification
John Archer, Senior Contributor Updated Wed, 5 August 2026 at 11:06 am UTC 3 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The PX4 Pro offers enhanced video and gaming features compared with its already award-winning predecessor. Photo: Hisense Hisense's PX3 Pro laser projector became a major critical and commercial hit following its launch toward the end of 2024, so home theater fans will be hoping for similarly great things from its new PX4 Pro successor.
Discussion of our review of Sony BRAVIA Theatre Sub 8 Subwoofer
Read the Sony BRAVIA Theatre Sub 8 Subwoofer Review. Sony's 2026 wireless speaker options are designed to build out home cinema audio systems from compatible Sony BRAVIA TVs & soundbars. Included in that stable of products are two wireless subwoofers; we take a look at the the smaller of the pair - the 300W BRAVIA Theatre Sub 8.
LG Channels Online TV Service Passes 5,000 Channels—And Expands To A 37th Country
John Archer, Senior Contributor Updated Thu, 30 July 2026 at 2:32 pm UTC 4 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. LG Channels has become a major content source for any TV equipped with LG's webOS smart system.
Sky Adds Hayu To Its Platform From Today At No Extra Cost
Sky Adds Hayu To Its Platform From Today At No Extra Cost John Archer, Senior Contributor Updated Wed, July 29, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. UTC Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Hayu is now fully available on Sky services in the UK. And for eligible subscribers, it's been added free of extra charge.
Discussion of our review of Sony BRAVIA Theatre Rear 9 Speaker
Read the Sony BRAVIA Theatre Rear 9 Speaker Review. The Sony BRAVIA Theatre Rear 9s are designed to add to the 3D surround sound experience. But are these speakers really worth their 699 GBP per pair asking price? Especially when Sony's 360 Spatial Sound Mapping processing can already do such a good job of filling your room with virtual speakers?
LG Display Experiment Reveals Real-World Gaming Advantages Of OLED High Frame Rates
John Archer, Senior Contributor Updated Sat, 25 July 2026 at 10:01 pm UTC 3 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. One of 31 male gamers who took part in an experiment on the effects of high refresh rates on OLED gaming.
Trinnov And Ascendo Unveil Ground-Breaking New Home Cinema Bass Technology
John Archer, Senior Contributor Updated Sat 25 July 2026 at 5:49 pm UTC 3 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Multiple Ascendo THE18 Sub Passive Vented subwoofers will be used as part of a demo of the latest Cylindrical WaveForming home cinema bass innovation at the upcoming Audio Advice Live 2026 Show in Raleigh, North Carolina.
AWOL Vision Aetherion Max
This is another UST model, but the similarities with the LTV-3500 Pro pretty much end there. From its design through to its features and, most importantly, its picture and sound quality, it truly elevates AWOL Vision into the big leagues – all for a fraction of the price of its predecessor.
XGIMI Launches Ultra-Portable Elfin Flip 4K Laser Projector, With Claimed 1ms Gaming Latency
Having already caused a stir with its strikingly designed Elfin Flip Plus portable projector, XGIMI is now expanding the Elfin range with two new models – including a "high-performance" 4K laser model. The Elfin Flip 4K is set to be the flagship model of the Elfin Flip range.
Hisense XR10
But can Hisense marshal all these expensive pieces into a class-leading performance? Price (Image credit: What Hi-Fi?) With Hisense usually found successfully plying its trade in the mid-range lifestyle projector arena, the £5999 / $6000 / AU$9995 price of the XR10 really is a major step up for the brand.
Loewe Launches New Series Of Customizable Designer OLED TVs
John Archer, Senior Contributor Updated Sat 18 July 2026 at 1:40 pm UTC 3 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The Loewe Antares TV, on a floor pole stand with the optional Antares soundbar attached. Photo: Loewe German luxury brand Loewe has taken the wraps off a new series of OLED TVs intended to offer fans of its consistently beautifully designed TVs a more affordable OLED option than the current flagship Stellar range.
Samsung ViewFinity 40S85TH Review
Verdict While it’s not quite bright enough to make it the perfect all-rounder, the ultra-wide, heavily curved screen and contrast-rich VA panel of Samsung’s ViewFinity 40S85TH make it arguably the most enjoyable and relaxing monitor I’ve ever worked with Screen size, quality and curved shape create a truly personalised workspace Ultra fluid gaming monitor too Easy to construct It’s not cheap at £1,199 Not very bright for HDR gaming No remote control Key Features The ultra-wide, heavily curved...
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