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Nuvyyo Lowers Price, Expands Availability of ‘Cord Cutter’ DVR
SV Staff  |  Nov 09, 2017
Nuvyyo, maker of networked digital video recorders (DVRs) for cord cutters, has lowered the price and expanded the availability of its new Tablo Dual OTA DVR.
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Blondie Seeds Their Signature Sound on Pollinator
Mike Mettler  |  Nov 08, 2017
As defined as the sound of legendary new-wave icons Blondie may appear to be on record, it’s how they’re able to open things up onstage while supporting their buzzworthy new album Pollinator that keeps things interesting for the bandmembers themselves. Drummer Clem Burke and I got on the line to discuss Blondie’s special chemistry on record and onstage, how to be creative while working with click tracks and drum machines, and the special kick he added to the back half of “Heart of Glass.”
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Charter Tests Sports-Free Skinny TV Bundle
Mark Fleischmann  |  Nov 08, 2017
How would you like to save money on a TV package from a major cable operator and dump the set-top box at the same time?
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Remotely Possible
Preserving Precious Memories with Synology’s DS418 DiskStation
Darryl Wilkinson  |  Nov 08, 2017
Family photos and videos are a funny thing. Other than the dozen or so you might have framed and hung on a wall or sitting on a desk, the majority of your family pictures are probably stored in photo albums, cardboard boxes, or hard drives. It’s nice to know that they’re there, so you can relive those memories at some later time in life. The best time to reminisce with your photos is during family get-togethers, reunions, or holidays.
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JL Audio Adds 8” In-Wall Subwoofer to Fathom Line
SV Staff  |  Nov 08, 2017
The subwoofer kings at JL Audio have expanded their Top Pick-designated Fathom IWS line of in-wall subwoofer systems with two models featuring 8-inch drivers.
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Amazon 'Deal of the Day' Pushes Echo (But Not Real Hard)
SV Staff  |  Nov 08, 2017
A peek on Amazon reveals a smattering of Deal of the Day electronics items led by discounts on the company’s own Echo smart devices. Scrolling through the first 10 or so pages of deals reveals a light turnout for electronics and, of the items listed, a handful of no-name headphones and cables.
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VR-Capable RC Flight Simulator Now Available
SV Staff  |  Nov 08, 2017
Hobbico‘s new virtual reality (VR)-capable RC flight simulator might be the perfect gift for the aviation enthusiast on your holiday shopping list.
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Cary Audio AiOS Integrated Amplifier/DAC/Streamer Review
Al Griffin  |  Nov 07, 2017

Performance
Features
Ergonomics
Value
PRICE $2,995

AT A GLANCE
Plus
Neutral sound from Class A/B amp
Upsamples and converts PCM and DSD
Compact form factor
Minus
Futuristic design means no mechanical controls
No wired headphone output

THE VERDICT
Cary Audio’s all-in-one system looks great, sounds great, and is packed with cutting-edge features.

Cary Audio is known in the high-end audio scene for making vacuum-tube and solid-state stereo components, and the brand has also established a foothold in the home theater world with its Cinema 12 preamp/processor and multichannel amplifiers. Cary’s AiOS (All-in-One System) is the first offering in the company’s Lifestyle series. With built-in aptX Bluetooth, wired Ethernet and Wi-Fi connectivity, AirPlay and PhoneShare support, and onboard Tidal, Spotify, and vTuner streaming, the AiOS really does have everything you need to immediately start playing music. Just download the company’s iOS/Android app, connect speakers, and you’re good to go.

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Christmas Classics Now Available for Download
SV Staff  |  Nov 07, 2017
Readers of a certain age will remember watching the 1964 claymation classic Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer during the Dark Ages of TV when viewers were beholden to the network broadcast schedule.
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A/V Veteran
UHDTV or UHD Projector?
Thomas J. Norton  |  Nov 07, 2017
A recent survey in the AVS Forum about choosing between a flat screen TV and a projector rang a few bells for me. Having just acquired a 65-inch OLED as my reference display, and having recently completed reviews of three new projectors (with a fourth now underway), it’s not a decision I have to wrestle with. For what I do, I need both. But many of you, at one time or another, may have to choose. And with Black Friday (or Cyber Monday) barreling toward us you can use all the information you can get.

Most will choose the flat screen Ultra HDTV. And they’ll inevitably buy an Ultra HD set rather than 1080p HD because the time’s now long past when you can find a good 65-inch or larger set that isn’t Ultra HD. And for a home theater, where movies are king, a 65-incher is likely what you’re looking for...

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