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How to watch Netflix with friends using Teleparty and Zoom

It's easy to watch your favorite Netflix shows with friends, no matter where they are, with tools like Teleparty and Zoom. Here's how to set it up.
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How to create spooky Halloween effects with smart home lighting and sound

Up your Halloween decorating game this year by using smart home lighting and sounds to spook your neighbors and trick-or-treaters.
Headphones, earbuds, and cleaning materials on a desk.

How to clean headphones and earbuds without damaging them

Cleaning your headphones and earbuds doesn't take much time, but it's a task you want to approach carefully. Here's how to properly clean your wearable audio.
Sony WH-1000XM5 wireless headphones hanging on wall hook in front of a mirror.

Headphones not working? Common issues and how to fix them

We use our headphones and earbuds every day, so they're bound to malfunction from time to time. Here are some common wearable audio issues and how to fix them.
A man wearing the Aftershokz OpenComm bone-conduction headset.

How do bone conduction headphones work?

Bone conduction headphones are a unique alternative to traditional in-ear and over-the-ear headphones, but how exactly do they work? Allow us to explain.
A Zorloo Ztella MQA USB DAC plugged into a Google Pixel 7 Pro, showing the MQA logo and a magenta LED light.

What is MQA? The controversial digital audio format fully explained

Is MQA the best thing since the CD, or is it a proprietary format that fails to deliver on its promises? Here's everything you need to know.
An iPhone searching for an Apple TV remote and displaying "Here" on the screen.

How to find your lost Apple TV remote with iOS 17

Apple now has a built-in way to help you find a lost Apple TV remote, starting with iOS 17. Here's how to use it.
The Samsung QN90C ron a media stand with white speakers.

Mini-LED vs. QLED TV: how one technology is improving the other

QLED TVs offer the best picture quality until you compare them to OLED TVs. But mini-LED technology might change that while also bringing prices down.
YouTube TV 4K streams settings and user options.

YouTube TV in 4K: Everything you need to know

YouTube TV is one of the few streaming services that offers any content in 4K resolution. Here's what you need to know to get it.
Hisense 70A6G 70-inch 4K UHD Android Smart TV in living room on stand.

What is Android TV? Google’s smart TV platform fully explained

While Google TV is the main TV OS for brands like Sony, there's still a few Android TV devices out there. Here's everything you need to know about the latter.
Picture mode settings are shown over an image of jelly beans on a Samsung QN90C.

LED vs. LCD TVs explained: What’s the difference?

When shopping for a new TV, two terms come up a lot: LED and LCD. But what's the difference? We shed some light on these and other major types of TV displays.
A beach scene on a Samsung S95C OLED TV.

How to update software on a Samsung smart TV

Keeping your Samsung smart TV software up to date ensures you're getting the best performance from your set. Here are a few ways to find and install updates.
Roku Streaming Stick 4K.

Google TV vs. Roku TV: which is the better streaming OS?

In the war of streaming platforms, Google TV and Roku TV are top of the pack, but which operating system is truly best? Let us weigh in to help you decide.
Side view of man wearing Sony WH-1000XM5 wireless headphones.

How to connect headphones to your TV

Whether you're trying to go wireless or just want to get your favorite wired headphones hooked up, our guide will get you paired and connected in no time.
How to turn off YouTube search history – screen showing the history is off.

How to turn off and manage your YouTube history

Whether you watch a lot of YouTube or a little, sometimes you might just want to keep your watch history to yourself or tidy it up. It's easy. Here's how.
Peloton Bike Plus.

How to connect AirPods to your Peloton

Can you use Apple AirPods with a Peloton to keep the music to yourself? Yes! In this guide, we show you how to pair AirPods to a Peloton to listen wirelessly.
The HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook on a table.

How to connect AirPods to a Chromebook

Need to connect your AirPods to a Chromebook? You can! We'll show you how to via Bluetooth, as well as offer important tips for use.
Apple HomePod mini touch controls

How to set up a HomePod mini

Apple's new HomePod mini is a great personal smart speaker, but setting it up takes the right steps. Here's everything you need to do to get it up and running.
A hand-held iPhone showing the new Sonos app's now-playing screen.

How to position every Sonos speaker for the best sound

Sonos speakers are super easy to set up. But you still have to figure out where to put them. Here are some best practices.
Fox Sports Women's World Cup logo.

How to watch the 2023 Women’s World Cup

The FIFA Women's World Cup is set to take place this year in New Zealand and Australia. Here's how to watch every game.
Apple TV Sleep Timer options.

How to set a sleep timer on Apple TV

Apple TV finally has a sleep timer, which will turn off the hardware and your television after a set amount of time. Here's how to use it.
Closeup of blue KEF LSX II speaker driver

How we test speakers

Great speakers are essential for any home theater or music setup, so when we review the latest, we do it with helping you in mind. Here's how we test speakers.
The box for the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max.

How we test streaming video devices

Whether it's Roku, Amazon, Apple, or others — we apply the same standards to every streaming device that comes our way. Here's how we test them.
Showing the depth of the Samsung Q990B soundbar next to a Samsung S95B OLED TV

How we test soundbars

Whether you simply want better TV sound or a system to rival your local movie theater, soundbars can take you there. Here's how we evaluate them.
A phosphorescent OLED panel.

What is PHOLED? Your eyes (and your utility bill) are going to love it

OLED TVs offer the best picture quality you can get, but PHOLED technology is about to make these TVs even better.
Barry Allen in the Flash suit looking to the distance in The Flash.

How to watch the DC movies in order

Now that The Flash is in theaters, this is the perfect time to revisit the other DC movies and experience the DCEU in either chronological order or by release.
The Netgear Nighthawk AXE11000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6E Router on a table.

Netflix speed test: how to check if you can stream 4K Ultra HD

If you're trying to stream on Netflix and it isn't the 4K UHD you were expecting, chances are your internet is off. Here's how to perform a Netflix speed test.
Side view of man wearing Sony WH-1000XM5 wireless headphones.

How we test headphones and earbuds

With our headphone reviews, we help you choose by offering insight on features, build quality, sound quality, and relative ranking against like-priced models.
The Audio-Technica AT-LP70X turntable.

How we test turntables and record players

From unboxing to setup to testing out all their features by playing loads of records, here's how we test and review turntables at Digital Trends.
The McIntosh MHT300 Home Theater Receiver.

How we test AV receivers

Deciding on an AV receiver is an important decision. We put these high-tech entertainment devices through the wringer so you don't have to. Here's how we do it.
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How to pick the best TV for sports: what to look for and things to avoid

Anyone who says you shouldn't choose a TV just to watch sports is wrong. Here's what you need for a great view of a big game, plus a few big things to avoid.
Redbox DVD rentals.

Where to rent DVDs and Blu-rays as Netflix ends disc rentals

With Netflix sunsetting its DVD-by-mail rental service this September, we've put together this list of some alternative DVD rental options to fill the void.
NFL Sunday Ticket landing page on an iPad.

How to get NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube and YouTube TV in 2023

NFL Sunday Ticket has moved from DirecTV to YouTube and YouTube TV, making it available pretty much everywhere. Here's how to subscribe.
An iPhone with the Stats for Spotify screen on it being held in a hand.

Stats for Spotify: how to see your stats ahead of Wrapped

Spotify Wrapped is a fun way to see the music and artists you loved the most every year. Stats for Spotify lets you see what you're digging all year long.