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Home theater hack: Connect a new soundbar to an old TV
Just because you have an aging TV that lacks HDMI ports doesn’t mean you can’t upgrade its audio with a higher-performing soundbar.
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How to get rid of hum and other noise from audio, video systems
Don't let buzz, hum, or hiss ruin your AV experience. We'll show you how to solve common electrical faults and ditch the noise.
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How to choose a vacuum cleaner that’s right for you
Whether you’re looking for a multitasking vacuum or one that’s ideal for little-and-often cleaning, here are the questions you should be asking.
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Vac rehab: 5 deep-cleaning hacks for your filthy vacuum cleaner
Poor pick-up, lack of suction, and stale smells are signs that your vacuum cleaner itself needs a clean. Here’s how to bring it back to box-fresh efficiency.
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Silence, please! How to turn off auto-playing Netflix previews
Annoyed by the auto-playing previews while browsing Netflix for something to stream? Here's how to turn them off.
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Did you watch that? How to find your Netflix streaming history
You can summon a list of all the films and TV shows you've streamed on Netflix in just a few steps. This guide shows you how.
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Skip through streaming TV ads with this free browser extension
Multi Skipper is a free Chrome extension that fast forwards through commercial breaks on Netflix, Hulu, Peacock, and more.
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This app tells you when to cancel your streaming subscriptions
Seasons helps you track streaming shows and tells you the ideal time to subscribe.
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Sling's free DVR has a secret storage upgrade
Sling's Freestream DVR only offers 10 recording hours, but you can expand it with this workaround.
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How to move and delete channels on the Roku home screen
Rearranging channels from the Roku home screen can be done in a few easy steps, but it might not be an obvious process to new users.
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Trying to stream Major League Baseball games? Good luck!
MLB streaming in 2024: All the in-market options for each team.
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YouTube on your TV: 13 tips to make it even better
Essential TV tips for navigating the YouTube catalog, interacting with videos, and getting the best viewing experience.
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Ring has been replacing first-gen Ring Alarm Keypads for free
Having trouble with your first-generation Ring Alarm Keypad? If so, you might be able to snag the second-gen version for free, courtesy of Ring.
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Explore the hidden search features inside your streaming device
How to make the best use of your TV streamer's search tool.
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This free app makes Google TV so much better
TVQuickActions: This free app adds an "all apps" shortcut and more to Google TV devices.
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How to quickly switch between streaming apps
App switching features explained for Roku, Fire TV, Google TV, and Apple TV
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How to turn off Fire TV screensaver ads
Fire TV "Sponsored Screensaver" ads are annoying. Here are four ways to get rid of them.
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Cancel your streaming services now, you might score deals later
Want the best streaming deals of the year? Start canceling your subscriptions now.
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