Recent AV Gadget Reviews
Kaleidescape Strato V Movie Player Delivers 4K Dolby Vision for Under $4k
At $3,995, the NEW Kaleidescape Strato V movie player lowers the cost of entry into the Kaleidescape ecosystem, and incorporates Dolby Vision and Lossless audio on Kaleidescape downloads.
Preview: Flatwire 120 VAC ‑ On Wall Power for Flatpanels and More
EXTREMELY prototype but also EXTREMELY cool, Flatwire 120 VAC really got us excited. Flatwire 120 VAC is an extremely thin on-wall power solution that provides 110/220 VAC in 14, 16 and 18 gauge.
Accell Locking HDMI Cable Preview
Accell new Locking HDMI cable. When inserted into the HDMI port, it automatically locks into place. To release, users simply pull back on the cable’s connector casing to unlock. Brilliant.
FlatWire "Invisible" HDMI Preview
FlatWire, known for their "Invisible Wire Solutions", announced it will begin taking pre-orders for the world’s only flat variable length termination HDMI emulation cable.
Art.Suono Wireless Music Enhancing Transmission System and iPod Dock
David Wiener Ventures (DWV), a design house that develops exclusive products under the DWV and Ferrari brands, has begun shipping the Art.Suono Wireless Music Enhancing Transmission System and iPod …
iCap ‑ MP3 Player in a Hat?
Active people looking for a convenient, though certainly different, way to listen their favorite tunes on the go may benefit from a new portable music player (unimaginatively) called the iCap. This …
RTcom HS‑88M HDMI Matrix Router Preview
RTcom USA showed off the new the HS-88M HDMI Matrix Router. This is an 8x8 matrix routing switcher that can simultaneously route any of 8 HDMI inputs to 8 outputs.
Preview: Intelix Show Us that HDMI + IR over Cat = Awesome
Intelix LLC showed off their DIGI-HDMI-IR, a professional-grade twisted pair extender which distributes HDMI and IR signals up to 150 feet. Very cool
HDTV Cable Kit For Dummies Preview
Cables To Go showed off their new HDTV Cable Kit For Dummies and HDTV Premium Cable Kit For Dummies. What? Two kits? Shoot, I'm already more confused...
GefenTV Ethernet over Power Lines or Coax Cable Extender Preview
GefenTV will send your Ethernet over Powerlines or Coax for $200. Plus, it gives you a four port input so that you can run all those web-enabled devices in your home theater.
Preview: VTech IS9181 Internet Radio and More!
VTech's new IS9181 serves as a music hub and enables consumers to play Internet radio selections, stream music libraries stored on their computers, and connect any digital audio player.
Aurora V‑Tune Pro HD Preview
Aurora Multimedia Corp is now shipping the V-Tune Pro HD, the latest in the company's long history of TV tuners. Why don't you care? IT COSTS $1300!?!
WarBeast PS3 Wireless Guitar
dreamGEAR's newest video game accessory (which garnered an Innovations 2009 Design and Engineering Award honoree status) is the WarBeast PS3 Wireless Guitar. The WarBeast is a full-size wireless …
Toshiba Cell TV Preview
The Toshiba Cell TV will ultimately combine elements of IPTV, multi-source file compatibility (HDD, SD, USB, etc), DLNA support for remote file sharing/streaming, and full Internet support.
Samsung MR‑00EA1 Extender for Windows Media Center Review
The Samsung MR-00EA1 is a Media Center extender that works exclusively with 2008 Samsung displays model 450 and higher. The best part? It can do all this wirelessly - even in HD!
Wi‑Ex xBoost YX510 Wireless Extender Review
Is your home or office a cellular dead zone? Do you have to walk out to the back porch to make calls? Have I found a product for you. The zBoost YX510 wireless extender from Wi-Ex allows you to …
Aluratek Internet Radio Alarm Clock with Wi‑Fi
The format of the Aluratek Internet Radio Alarm Clock does a great job of sifting through all of the different styles of music, and selecting them is not difficult. Aluratek definitely gives you the …
Belkin Powerline AV+ Networking Adapters Review
The Belkin Powerline AV+ Networking Adapters is an "over your existing power lines" solution to the problem of connecting your home theater to your router. And it works GREAT!
IOGEAR Powerline Stereo Audio System Review
A little known fact (at least to the common consumer) is that "wireless" speakers still need power. The IOGEAR Powerline Stereo Audio System uses those same power wires to transmit audio signals.
Apogee HDMI Products Preview
Apogee is the name of a well-known DSP audio company here in the states - this is NOT that company. The Apogee specializes in bringing inexpensive Chinese-manufactured HDMI products to the US.
Logitech Squeezebox Boom Preview
This week, Logitech unveiled its new Squeezebox Boom all-in-one network music player with an integrated 30-watt Class-D amplifier and speakers - a first for the Squeezebox family.
Westinghouse DPF‑1021 Digital Photo Frame Review
Westinghouse intrigued us with their DPF-1021 10-inch digital photo frame and its MosaicView feature which promised a nice random photo "montage" feature that would distribute pictures in a way that …
Custom Install Tech System Review
The Custom Install Tech System (CITS) is an extremely useful product with tons of potential to revolutionize the way many custom installers handle their inventories.
Roku Netflix Player Set‑top Box Review
The Roku Netflix player costs only $99 and gave you access to a Netflix's library of DVD-quality movies and TV shows anywhere, anytime and without any monthly fees.
Impact Acoustics USB Superbooster Cat5e Extenders Review
The Impact Acoustics USB Superbooster is a great solution to run long lengths of USB that won't set you back much money.
Impact Acoustics 3x5 Component Video Matrix Selector Switch Review
You may not need the Impact Acoustics 3x5 Component Video Matrix Selector Switch but there are some that do. The real question is, "Does it work?" The answer is a firm yes.
Incipio iPod and MacBook Air Accessories
Incipio Technologies has introduced several new accessories for the Apple iPod Touch and MacBook Air. Since I am the token Mac guy here at Audioholics, I take pride in giving you a glimpse of new …
invisibleSHIELD Scratch‑Proof Film for Gadgets Review
invisibleSHIELD by ZAGG is billed as "extreme scratch proof transparent film - the ultimate gadget protection." Rarely do I buy such marketing-speak, but in this case, I would have to say that the …
Boulder 1021 CD Player Preview
The Boulder 1021 CD Player represents the pinnacle of performance, style and function for the most discriminating audiophile.