Let's face it—tubes are big, hot, and delicate, while transistors and their solid-state progeny, integrated circuits, are small, relatively cool, and robust. Yet despite the apparent drawbacks, tube-based audio gear has retained a loyal following among audiophiles. Which do you prefer, and why? » read more

Side effects is an engaging, multi-faceted thriller that successfully leads viewers down one path only to upend them with a neo-noir mystery/drama that keeps you off balance. » read more

OLED's debut in large-screen televisions remains "just around the corner" due in part to the inherent fragility of organic compounds. Could Japan's NHK have found a solution? » read more

Check out our thoughts on season five of the popular HBO series. » read more

Stacey Spears and Don Munsil talk about the newly released version 2 of HD Benchmark, including an intuitive 2-dimensional menu system, equal-energy window patterns, stereoscopic crosstalk, motion resolution, scaling, color-space compression, answers to chat-room questions, and more.   » read more

This classic film has finally come to Blu-ray. Check out our review to see the results. » read more

As it has for the last two years, The Home Entertainment (T.H.E.) Show is coming to Newport Beach, California, May 31 to June 2, 2013, at the Hilton and Atrium Hotels across the street from the Orange County/John Wayne Airport. Will you be there? I will, and I think it's a great opportunity for an informal AVS get-together by the Atrium pool. I hope to see you there! » read more

This week's "Can't-Wait" Blu-ray releases have no release date. They are simply movies that I can't wait to be announced on Blu-ray. Can you? » read more

Check out our review of this contemporary supernatural thriller/romance based on the book of the same name. » read more

The Digital Entertainment Group (DEG) reports a 28.5% increase over last year's first-quarter sales of Blu-ray discs. At the same time, a la carte streaming services are up 51%, and Kaleidescape just opened its Blu-ray download service. » read more

Interested in the ultimate, no-holds-barred home theater? Fear not, IMAX has a solution for you: Your very own IMAX screening room. How much? If you have to ask, you can't afford it. » read more

Arnold Schwarzenegger is back in this popcorn action flick from Lionsgate Home Entertainment. Check out our review to get the scoop. » read more

If you own a sub-$3000 video projector, here's your chance to tell the world how much you enjoy it—or not—and possibly win one of three Amazon gift cards. First prize is $300, second and third prizes are $100 each! » read more

The Custom Electronic Design & Installation Association (CEDIA) Expo is an annual confab dedicated to custom installation of home theaters and other home-based electronic systems. This year, it's being held at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, CO, September 25-28. Are you planning to attend? » read more

YouTube has officially announced a pilot program for pay channels on its blog. The program is launching with a selection of 53 channels, including Sesame Street and UFC. The new pay channels offer a 14-day free trial and discounted yearly rates. » read more

When is a bargain not a bargain? According to CNET's first-ever review of a UHDTV, there is a problem with the new 50" Seiki SE50UY04—it's not merely inexpensive, it is truly "cheap." So, what is this TV good for? » read more

This week, DTS announced that a version of its DTS-HD surround-sound codec will be used with streaming content from providers that use the Rovi platform, starting with Best Buy's CinemaNow service. Samsung's newly produced 2013 connected TVs and Blu-ray players will be the first products to ship with a DTS-HD-enabled CinemaNow app. » read more

Google CEO Eric Schmidt recently declared victory in the battle against conventional television. Yet some studies show that poor quality and buffering delays cause viewers to bail in droves. Who will win the hearts and eyes of the viewing public? » read more

Check out our review of this all-new original movie from the DC Universe. » read more