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Raumfeld Expands Streaming Options for its Wireless Speaker Systems
SV Staff  |  Jan 22, 2016
Raumfeld of Germany, maker of the wireless multiroom audio system recently added to Sound & Vision’s Top Picks list, is expanding its streaming options with the addition of Google Cast for audio and SoundCloud.
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Sony Shows Portable Ultra Short Throw Projector
SV Staff  |  Jan 21, 2016
Sony is planning to introduce a battery-powered portable projector this summer that can project images onto a wall from a very short distance, according to TheVerge.com.
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Flashback 1984: The “Betamax Case” Decided
SV Staff  |  Jan 21, 2016
The videocassette recorder (VCR) seems quaint today but 32 years ago this week the Supreme Court handed down a landmark 5-4 decision that supported innovation (try to imagine home entertainment without it) and essentially legalized time-shifting—which in those days meant recording a TV show on tape for later viewing. (Consider for a moment what clarifying that right means today.)

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New Products
January 2016 New Gear
SV Staff  |  Jan 20, 2016
A new and improved surround processor, stylish on-wall speakers, a serious Bluetooth speaker, and more.
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Naim Introduces Mu-so Qb Wireless Music System
SV Staff  |  Jan 20, 2016
England’s Naim Audio has introduced Mu-so Qb, a smaller version of the Top Pick winning Mu-so wireless audio system Sound & Vision reviewed in December.
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AR Wireless Speakers Double as Lights
SV Staff  |  Jan 20, 2016
Acoustic Research, a brand with a storied history dating back to the early days of home stereo, has carved out a niche out for itself in wireless speakers since Voxx International acquired the brand more than a decade ago. More specifically, Bluetooth speakers that masquerade as lights.
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Klipsch’s First Powered Speaker Boasts Bluetooth and Phono Preamp
SV Staff  |  Jan 19, 2016
Klipsch, which is celebrating its 70th anniversary, introduced its first powered monitor, the Reference Premiere R-15PM, at the CES 2016. The speaker is unusual in that it has an onboard phono preamp for direct turntable hookups along with Bluetooth wireless streaming.
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Stereo Exchange to Host Vinyl Event in NYC
SV Staff  |  Jan 19, 2016
Stereo Exchange, one of New York City’s oldest audio/video and home theater retailers, is hosting a vinyl listening event/record release party and live in-store performance on Friday, January 29th at 7 p.m.
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RIP: Eagles Founding Member, Guitarist Glenn Frey
SV Staff  |  Jan 18, 2016
The year has not gotten off to a good start in the world of entertainment and rock and roll. We just learned that Glenn Frey, founding member and guitarist of The Eagles, died today. He was 67.
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David Bowie's Final Album Is No. 1 in the U.S.
SV Staff  |  Jan 18, 2016
David Bowie's Blackstar, the album released on January 8 just two days before his death, has made history as the artist's first album to reach No. 1 in the U.S.
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