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From Musicboarding to Phoneboarding
Ken C. Pohlmann  |  Jun 27, 2023
A few months ago, I described how a certain airline has devised a fiendish way to torment its passengers. That is, a type of torment beyond the usual run-of-the-mill torture of flying on any airplane. In a letter to the editor, alert reader Douglas Mandel commiserated with me but pointed out that I was overlooking another kind of torture that is much, much worse.
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4K TV ReviewsOLED TV ReviewsTV Reviews
Samsung OLED G9 240 Hz 49" Ultra-Wide Monitor Review
Mark Henninger  |  Jun 26, 2023

Performance
Features
Ergonomics
Value
PRICE $1,800

AT A GLANCE
Plus
State-of-the-art graphics
Great for gaming and productivity
Statement-making design
Packed with smart features
Factory calibrated
Minus
Pricey
Needs a powerful PC for gaming

THE VERDICT
With its combination of quantum-dot OLED display tech and a 32:9 aspect ratio, 49-inch screen Samsung's latest ultra-wide monitor is a gamer's delight while also serving as a reference-quality productivity tool.

The Samsung OLED G95SC is a genuine "world's first" with a 240 Hz 49-inch QD-OLED screen. The result is an ultra-thin profile and light weight that make it surprisingly easy to assemble and adjust despite its epic dimensions. Its $2,200 MSRP may be high but is a reflection of the cutting-edge technology found within.

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Audio Video NewsNew Products
Amphion’s Helium Speakers Boast Sound-Enhancing Waveguides & Can Be Customized to Your Decor
Bob Ankosko  |  Jun 26, 2023
Amphion Loudspeakers has been around for 25 years yet you’ve probably never heard of them. The Finnish company, known best for making professional studio monitors, ventured into home audio several years ago and is now promoting its Helium speaker series on these shores. And it’s doing so with a twist.
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Director's Intent: Kaleidescape 4K
1923 – Season One
David Vaughn  |  Jun 23, 2023

Picture
Sound
1923 — exclusive on Kaleidescape through early August — is a prequel to the popular TV show Yellowstone that follows the Dutton family in the early 20th century as they struggle to survive the harsh realities of the American West. Set in 1923 during Prohibition — a time of cascading hardships including drought and the lead-up to the Great Depression — the Duttons must fight to keep their Montana ranch and preserve their way of life amid challenges by new enemies and rapid change brought on by the transition to electricity, modern appliances, and automobiles.
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In-Wall Speaker Reviews
RSL W25E In-Wall Speaker System Review – Invisible Treasure
David Vaughn  |  Jun 22, 2023

RSL W25E In-Wall Speakers
Performance
Build Quality
Value

RSL CG25 Center Speaker
Performance
Build Quality
Value

RSL Speedwoofer 12s
Performance
Features
Build Quality
Value
PRICE $2,020 (as tested)
(2) W25E left/right speaker, $199
(1) CG25 center speaker, $425
(2) W25E surround speaker, $199
(1) Speedwoofer 12s subwoofer, $799

AT A GLANCE
Plus
Clean output
Edgeless magnetic grille
Angled baffle design improves imaging
Minus
Installation requires insulation behind the speaker

THE VERDICT
Outstanding sound quality at an affordable price that will please even the most demanding audiophile listener.

I recently upgraded from traditional box speakers to in-wall speakers after delving into the world of in-walls with my recent review of the SVS 3000 In-Wall Subwoofer, which I installed in my den. My wife never liked the aesthetics of the entertainment system because the first thing you saw walking through the door was a wall-mounted bookshelf speaker, which stuck out a good 8 inches from the wall. Despite the great sound, it wasn't so easy on the eyes.

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SmartStream
Netflix Pokes Fun at Itself with the Launch of Streamberry Website
Barb Gonzalez  |  Jun 21, 2023
Netflix is poking fun at itself with this week’s launch of Streamberry.tv, a real-life website based on the fictional Streamberry streaming service featured in its popular Black Mirror series.
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Audio Video NewsNew Products
Klipsch Kicks Off Summer with Self-Contained Portable Party Speakers
Bob Ankosko  |  Jun 21, 2023
Speaker icon Klipsch has found a new way to remain true to its audacious tagline, “Pissing off neighbors since 1946,” with the launch of its first wireless party speakers.
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Ask S&V
Should I Connect My Apple TV to the TV or Receiver?
John Sciacca  |  Jun 21, 2023
Got a tech question for Sound & Vision? Email us at AskSandV@gmail.com

Q What is the best way to set up my new Apple TV 4K (third generation)? I have a Denon AVR-S750H surround receiver and an LG OLED77CX 4K TV. I am assuming the best way is to connect my ATV directly to an available HDMI port on the receiver, but older S&V discussions, along with some other sites, recommend connecting the Apple TV directly to the TV. Please help! —Barry Neulen

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Audio Video NewsNew Products
Denon’s Latest Wireless Earbuds Optimize Sound for Your Hearing
Bob Ankosko  |  Jun 20, 2023
Denon today launched noise-canceling wireless earbuds that automatically customize sound to the unique characteristics your hearing.
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Audio Video NewsNew Products
Samsung Taking Orders for New 98-Inch 4K QLED TV
Bob Ankosko  |  Jun 20, 2023
Samsung has added a massive 98-inch screen size to its Q80C QLED series of 4K TVs and today announced a $500 credit if you visit the company’s website to reserve the $8,000 TV. Follow through and place the order in July, and you get an extra $1,000 off plus a soundbar and free delivery and installation.
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