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HDTV and Home Theater Podcast

The HT Guys, Ara Derderian and Braden Russell, are Engineers who formerly worked for the Advanced Digital Systems Group (ADSG) of Sony Pictures Entertainment. ADSG was the R&D unit of the sound department producing products for movie theaters and movie studios. Two of the products they worked on include the DCP-1000 and DADR-5000. The DCP is a digital cinema processor used in movie theaters around the world. The DADR-5000 is a disk-based audio dubber used on Hollywood sound stages. ADSG was awarded

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Podcast #1150: Ara Buys a New TV

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2024/05/17

On this week’s show Ara gets a new TV! It came down to a UST Projector and a Mini LED. We also read your emails and take a look at the week’s news. News: Amazon Debuts New Streaming Ads on Prime Disney and Warner Set to Bundle Disney Plus, Max and Hulu Starting This Summer Fox Says Tubi Now Has 80 Million Average Monthly Users; FAST Platform’s Engagement Also Up 36% Sunday Leadoff' Is Coming to The Roku Channel Apple, Netflix Amazon Want to Change How They Pay Hollywood Stars Comcast Plans

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Podcast #1149: Wired vs Wireless Multi-Zone Audio

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2024/05/10

On this week’s show we discuss the merits of an expensive wired whole home audio streamer vs putting one together with Airplay 2 or Chromecast. We also read your emails and take a look at the week’s news. News: YouTube introduces pause ads to TV app LG TVs are getting a free audio upgrade that Apple users will absolutely love 85% of Amazon Prime Video Subscribers Are on the Ad-Supported Tier Samsung's new, cheaper OLED TVs are now available to buy EchoStar Loses 348,000 Pay TV Subs in 1st

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Podcast #1148: 2024 TV Season Wrap Up

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2024/05/03

On this week’s show you get what you pay for! Ara’s experience buying cheap automated wall plugs. Plus we wrap up the 2024 TV season and read your emails and take a look at the week’s news. News: Roku Said to Be in the Running to Take Over the MLB 'Sunday Leadoff' Game Package From Peacock | Next TV YouTube TV starting to roll out Multiview on Android phones, tablets Peacock Hikes Price $2 Ahead of Paris Summer Olympics Fubo's Warner Bros. Beef Worsens -- TLC, HGTV and Other Discovery Networks

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Podcast #1147: Is QDEL The Future of Display Technology

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2024/04/26

On this week’s show we look at the Nielsen “The Gauge™” report for March 2024 and the new Sony Bravia Line of TVs. We also ask if QDEL is the future of TV Technology. We round out the show with your emails and a look at the week’s news. News: Plex Flex: FAST Boasts That It Has Exceeded 1100 Channels Netflix Makes Major Changes to Its Plans - RetailWire Source: 4K Chromecast with Google TV sequel is coming with new remote Other: Cambridge Audio USA | eBay Stores Cambridge Audio Minx X201 (Black)

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Podcast #1146: Mini-LED vs OLEd and AXPONA 2024

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2024/04/19

On this week’s show we compare Mini-LED vs OLED and we put a high end listening room based on products that were exhibited at this year’s AXPONA show. We also read your email and look at the week’s news. News: DirecTV and Dish Back Fubo in Its Spulu Antitrust Suit | Next TV Roku Upgrades Viewing Experience with New Features | TV Tech Hub: Smart TVs Now in Nearly 8 of 10 Homes | TV Tech Disney Plus Looking To Integrate Always-On Linear Channels Other: Credit cards abused again in second Roku

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Podcast #1145: Technics SU-GX70 Network Audio...

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2024/04/12

On this week’s show we preview the upcoming WiFi 7 specification and we review the Technics SU-GX70 Network Audio Amplifier Review. We also read your emails and take a look at the week’s news. News: Roku just announced a free NBA channel ESPN’s Stand-Alone Streaming Service Will Be Available Through Disney+ Apple TV+ share grows in the US, but still lags behind its competitors LG TV owners should update their firmware, webOS vulnerability found in a few models Other: Ridiculous 150" AWOL

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Podcast #1144: Spring Break

HDTV and Home Theater Podcast ·

2024/04/05

On this week’s show the HT Guys are on spring break but no worries we still have a brief show for you. Are Sports Fans willing to pay $50 a month to stream their favorite teams? We have a couple of emails and news stories. News: YouTube TV estimated to have more subscribers than Comcast and Spectrum by 2026 Kaleidescape Introduces 96TB Terra Prime Movie Server Other: Smart devices are turning out to be a poor investment 57% of Sports Fans Willing to Pay $50 Monthly For Live Streaming App More

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Podcast #1143: SVS Officially Launches the Ultra...

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2024/03/29

On this week’s show SVS officially launches their Ultra Evolution Speakers, Amazon Echo Dot with LED Display is the best home automation device, and RTINGS.com is not impressed with the Formovie UST Projector. We also read your emails and take a look at the week’s news. News: One-in-ten borrow streaming passwords Warner Sets Rollout Date for Max in Europe Mediacom Launches Xumo Stream Box TCL Adds NFL FAST Channel to TCLtv Plus Streaming Service Other: Apple TV+ Is the New HBO | WIRED SVS

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Podcast #1142: Audiophile Myths

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2024/03/22

On this week’s show we take a look at some audiophile myths and debunk them. We also read your emails and take a look at the week’s news. News: LG Debuts Wireless Dolby Soundbar For G4 OLED evo TVs Have You Signed Up for a Streamer to Watch a Specific Show? DirecTV Drops Local Stations From Lower-Priced Bundle CSA unveils smart home security standard ESPN Signs Six-Year, $7.8 Billion Extension for the Expanding College Football Playoff Tournament Other: TV Station Launches Multiple 4K

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Podcast #1141: Streaming! Is it Going to Get Worse?

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2024/03/15

On this week’s show we discuss John Campeas video where he claims streaming is about to get a lot more expensive and irritating. We also take a look at the top ten shows both domestically and globally at Netflix and Vudu is now officially “Fandango at Home”. We also read your emails and take a look at the week’s news. News: LAPD issues warning about residential burglars using WiFi jammers to disable alarms, cameras LG's $1 billion investment boosts OLED production Roku Has More than 15,000 User

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Podcast #1140: The 5 Best 80-85 Inch TVs - RTINGS.com

HDTV and Home Theater Podcast ·

2024/03/08

On this week’s show we look at using a two channel powered speaker with ARC as a soundbar alternative and we look at the best 85” HDTVs you can purchase today. We also read your email and take a look at the week’s news. News: Dish Network Loses 314,000 Pay TV Subs Fubo Adds 173,000 Subs and Cuts Loss in Q4 Warner to Crack Down on Max Password Sharing Later This Year Fox predicts sports venture will reach 5M in 5 years Other: Best Smart Home Gadgets To Avoid The Cloud Kanto's new active

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Podcast #1139: Top Streaming Programs and Fun...

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2024/03/01

On this week’s show we run down the top ten streaming shows of 2023 and give you ten cool automations for your home. We also read your email and take a look at the week’s news. News: Amazon Denies Report Saying Freevee Is Shutting Down Sports Big Influence in Viewers’ Platform Choice Get Ready for Another Netflix Price Hike This Year, Analyst Says Other: What REALLY Happens Backstage in Live Broadcasts - INSANE Adrenaline! 10 most streamed shows of 2023 According to Neilson Here are the

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Podcast #1138: Who Needs to Buy Physical Media?

HDTV and Home Theater Podcast ·

2024/02/23

On this week’s show we take a brief look at a $120 wireless HDMI solution and we ask, who Needs to Buy Physical Media? We also read your emails and take a look at the news. News: Pay TV Companies, and the DOJ, Push Back on Big ‘Spulu’ Sports Streaming Joint Venture Roku (ROKU) shares down 16% after FQ4 earnings, Oppenheimer downgrades Comcast and Paramount Talk About Combining U.S. Streaming Services Walmart to acquire Vizio in $2.3 billion deal BMOSTE Wireless HDMI Transmitter and Receiver

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Podcast #1137: The State of TV Viewership

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2024/02/16

On this week’s show we take a look at a new report on the state of TV viewership. We also read your emails and take a look at the week’s news. Finally We congratulate Eric Melton of Riverside CA on winning the CSS Audio Torii P2 Tower Speakers! News: Walmart in talks to buy Vizio for more than $2 bln TV Giants Team Up for Sports Comeback vs. Streamers Amazon’s Prime Video Gets Exclusive NFL Playoff Game Next Season YouTube TV rolling out shortcut to switch between last-viewed channels on

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Podcast #1136: Password Sharing Crackdown

HDTV and Home Theater Podcast ·

2024/02/09

On this week’s show we discuss how Boutique Blu-ray labels are keeping physical media alive, we give you the pros and cons of streaming vs physical media and we talk a bit about password sharing. Plus we read your emails and take a look at the week’s news. News: Hulu is cracking down on password sharing, just like Disney Plus and Netflix YouTube now has more than 100 million Premium subscribers YouTube plans to create a native app for Apple Vision Pro after all Netflix to Start Billing Florida

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Podcast #1135: Studio Report Card & TV Winners and...

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2024/02/02

On this week’s show we look at the Box Office Report Card for the major studios and we review the TV Winners and Losers for 2023. We also read your emails and take a look at the week’s news. News: Samsung will Eliminate Standalone SmartThings Hubs In 2024 Abode Announces Ultra Long Range, Battery Powered, AI-Enabled Security Camera FAST Channels Are Capturing Viewer Attention The Nickelodeon App Has Shut Down Along With The Comedy Central, MTV, Showtime, and Paramount Network Other: What Is

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Podcast #1134: Victrola Hi-Res Carbon Turntable Review

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2024/01/26

On this week’s show we review the Victrola Hi-Res Carbon Turntable that retails for $599. We also read your emails and take a look at the week’s news. News: Apple's Vision Pro Won't Launch With Netflix App Plex is about to launch a store for movies and TV shows Netflix Will Be The New Home of WWE Monday Night Raw in 2025 Is Hollywood Headed for a Massive Crash? Other: Samsung expands self-repair program to include home entertainment devices CSS-Audio Torii Tower Youtube Shorts Playlist

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Podcast #1133: Best of CES 2024

HDTV and Home Theater Podcast ·

2024/01/19

On this week’s show Ara and DJ of Brightside Home Theater Podcast rundown the best of CES 2024. Are also reads your emails and takes a look at the week’s news. News: NBC Claims Streaming Crown, Angers NFL Fans Fire TV’s New Feature Lets You Create AI-Generated Artwork With Help From Alexa Sling TV Freestream Adds A Free DVR Other: SONUS FABER LAUNCHES SUPREMA, ITS MOST ASPIRATIONAL LOUDSPEAKER SYSTEM YET, IN CELEBRATION OF THE BRAND’S 40TH ANNIVERSARY - HomeTheaterHifi.com He spent his life

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Podcast #1132: CES 2024

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2024/01/12

It's that time of year where the tech world descends on Las Vegas for CES. On this week’s show we discuss a few announcements that we found interesting. We also read your emails and look at the week’s news. News: Roku Introduces High-End ‘Pro Series’ Lineup of Its Self-Branded Smart TVs Netflix Released 16% Fewer Shows in 2023 Roku To Launch Pro Series TVs Sony’s prototype TV backlight tech and it looks amazing Other: The BEST Streaming! | Wakanda Forever 4K UHD HDR Streaming Review CES

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Podcast #1131: Why You Need a 4K Disc Player

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2024/01/05

Happy New Year! We are excited to be back for another year. On this week’s show we look at five reasons why you need a 4K Blu-ray player. We also have a backlog of emails and news. News: Warner Bros. Discovery Reportedly in Merger Talks With Paramount An update on Prime Video 2024 Box-Office To Drop A Billion Dollars? Americans are canceling their streaming subscriptions Netflix Viewing Declined By 17% in 2023 Other: I tested Blu-ray vs Netflix and Disney Plus on the same movies, and the

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