If you're in the market for a new Wi-Fi 6 router, the best deliver reliable coverage to all corners of your home at little cost to get started. If you need extensibility, mesh routers allow you to add additional nodes. But if you want extensive configuration options and an all-in-one solution to cover routing, switching, and home security, consider Ubiquiti's portfolio. Its … [Read more...] about How to set up the ultimate Ubiquiti UniFi home network in 2022
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Philips’ new Fidelio home theatre system delivers not just surround sound, but surround Ambilight too
Philips has announced a new Fidelio home theatre system that will not only deliver Dolby Atmos, but will also extend your Ambilight experience to your rear speakers for more visual immersion. The new AV platform uses the DTS Play-Fi system to link the components wirelessly and intelligently, allowing the Fidelio FB1 soundbar to connect to the Fidelio FW1 subwoofer and the … [Read more...] about Philips’ new Fidelio home theatre system delivers not just surround sound, but surround Ambilight too
Your Google home speakers are about to get slightly worse because Sonos sued and won
Photo: Dan Seifert / The Verge If you have multiple Google smart speakers in your house, you might want to be aware of a certain legal ruling — because it’s going to affect how your speaker groups work. After the US International Trade Commission ruled that it was infringing on Sonos’ patents, Google has already announced software workarounds including the “need to adjust each … [Read more...] about Your Google home speakers are about to get slightly worse because Sonos sued and won
Google unveils new Nest smart home stuff
Google bought Nest more than seven years ago now, and since that acquisition, there have been many cool smart home devices to come from the search giant. Under the Nest branding, there's not just smart thermostats and cameras, but other products too such as doorbells and speakers. Ultimately, the name "Nest" has become synonymous with the smart home. Today, Google unveils … [Read more...] about Google unveils new Nest smart home stuff
How to install Hyper-V on Windows 11 Home
Every major release of Windows comes in a few different editions, or SKUs, which have different features. The upcoming Windows 11 is no different, and we already know it’ll come in editions like Home, Pro, and more. One of the big features that’s usually exclusive to Pro editions of Windows is Hyper-V, but with some tinkering, you can actually get it on Home editions. If you’re … [Read more...] about How to install Hyper-V on Windows 11 Home
How to Disable Home Screen Video and Audio Previews on Android TV
Google TV introduced a completely reimagined home screen experience. Parts of this new interface have made their way to the older Android TV devices, including the video and audio home screen previews. If you don’t like them, you can disable them. As the line between Google TV and Android TV gets blurrier, not everyone is happy with the way that the home screen interface has … [Read more...] about How to Disable Home Screen Video and Audio Previews on Android TV
[Working] How to Remove Samsung Free from Home Screen
There is a Discover feed from Google in the Android smartphones UI which can be accessed by swiping left on the home screen. However, most smartphone companies replace Google’s Discover with their own custom UI. Samsung, with its One UI, offers one such feed named Samsung Free. So, if you are here you must want to get rid of this “Free” feed. If you don’t want this custom feed … [Read more...] about [Working] How to Remove Samsung Free from Home Screen
How to Use Alexa Offline with Smart Home Devices Using Echo
Amazon Alexa relies on a Wi-Fi connection to work smoothly with smart home devices. But if your Wi-Fi goes offline, you can still use Alexa with select Echo models to control your smart light or smart plug. Here’s how to set it up. The Alexa app for your phone manages voice commands for Echo devices that have a built-in smart hub. It can do this even if it isn’t connected to … [Read more...] about How to Use Alexa Offline with Smart Home Devices Using Echo
Windows 11 Home will need a Microsoft account, but Pro won’t
The release of Windows 11 is still a number of months away, and we're still learning a lot about Microsoft's latest operating system update. In addition to the confusion about hardware requirements, there have been questions about other necessities. According to sources close to Microsoft, anyone opting for Windows 11 Home will be required to have a Microsoft account. The … [Read more...] about Windows 11 Home will need a Microsoft account, but Pro won’t
Spider-Man: No Way Home Sanctum Lego Set Available for Pre-Order
Earlier this week, Marvel revealed a brand new collaboration with Lego to celebrate the upcoming release of Spider-Man: No Way Home. Featuring 355 pieces in total, you can see an example of what the set will look like, as well as detailed specifications, right below. Fans of Marvel Studios’ Spider-Man: No Way Home playset can amaze their friends with LEGO® Marvel Spider-Man … [Read more...] about Spider-Man: No Way Home Sanctum Lego Set Available for Pre-Order