The Amazon Fire TV Stick is an excellent product for transforming any kind of television into a smart device. Due to this, users are able to stream services like Netflix, Prime TV, and even Internet apps like YouTube on TVs that do not have these apps or services built in. However, you may be wondering […]
The Great Debate: Netflix vs. Hulu
In a time where online streaming may soon best traditional cable, more and more companies are positioning themselves as leaders within the entertainment community. From TV networks that house their own shows, to outlets that charge a monthly fee, many viewers are now heading online to get in their TV viewing time. But the fact […]
Chromecast Vs. Apple TV
Apple and Google have been the big names in smartphones for several years now, but they’re competing beyond just tablets and phones. The companies are now focusing on new streaming video products for TVs: Google’s Chromecast and Apple TV. These products each allow you to take your mobile content and stream it onto your big […]
Cable TV Apps: Are They Worth the Download?
More and more people are looking for ways to make everything portable. By HLundgaard (Own work) [CC-BY-SA-3.0], via Wikimedia Commons With technology at your fingertips, it essentially puts your entire world into the palm of your hand. The viewing capability of today’s devices has made the sound and picture quality excellent, while 3G and 4G […]
Up And Coming Digital Media Hot Spots
In the era of the internet, our lives are full of digital influences. From social media to smartphones, we’re all in on the action and have become seasoned pros at all things technological. Time moves quickly in the digital age, so it has become increasingly important to stay up to date and in the know […]
Are You Ready To Swap Cable For Internet Streaming?
There can be little doubt that cable television brings a lot of entertainment into our lives and living rooms. But what happens when you realize that you need to cut down on your outgoings? There is a recession currently affecting pretty much every country in the Western world, and ours is no exception. In order […]
How Home Automation Can Boost Your Entertainment Experience
Technology makes modern life more convenient than ever before. New cell phones make communication easy. The Internet provides a venue for the instant spread of information and other content. Laptops, TV’s and other electronic devices are constantly finding ways to improve and make our lives more comfortable. One of the recent trends in technological innovation […]
How Balloons Could Soon Provide Worldwide Internet Access
Editors Note: The topic of this article, while not specifically related to Home Theaters, reports on new technology that will have an impact on those who live beyond the reach of over-the-air stations and cable providers. The Conch Tech does cover ‘cordcutters’ and they are the one’s who could directly benefit from this technology. Read […]
How To Improve Any TV With A Smart DVD Player
Wikipedia defines a Smart TV as any TV capable of using the Internet to provide interactive media content to the viewer. But, did you know they were also Smart DVD players? That’s right, many new Blu-ray DVD players and Home Theaters can use the Internet to provide the same content streaming video, music, pictures, news, […]
5 Important Considerations To Make When Buying A 3D Video Player
3D videos are with us, and they are proving to be very popular. Their popularity is mainly attributable to the superior viewing experience they provide, compared to ordinary 2D videos. It may thus be just a matter of time before you find yourself being tempted to start enjoying the same (if you haven’t already done […]