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    DISH Network Hopper with Sling Whole-House DVR Review

    DISH says, “if it ain’t broke, fix it anyway” with the new Hopper with Sling DVR. (4 out of 4) Jumping for Joy Still have one of DISH Network’s ViP boxes...

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    Pioneer HTZ-BD32 Blu-ray Home Theater System Review

    It’s got just about everything you’d want, as far as features are concerned, but this package probably won’t please a picky home theater buff. (2 out of 4) It’s a Little...

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    VIZIO Co-Star with Google TV Review

    Does the pairing of VIZIO and Google TV have what it takes to knock the Roku 3 and Apple TV down a few pegs? (3 out of 4) Is Google TV...

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    SONOS PlayBar, Sub and Play:3 Wireless 5.1 Surround Sound System Review

    The wireless speaker company tries its hand at a full 5.1 channel discrete surround sound system, without those pesky speaker wires. (3 out of 4) Think Outside the Bar Make no...

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    Pioneer Elite BDP-62FD Blu-ray 3D Player Review

    It’s the fastest we’ve ever seen, but that perk doesn’t quite make up for this player’s other quirks. (2.5 out of 4) Life in the Fast Lane Pioneer has packed some...

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    SVS SB13-Ultra Compact Home Theater Subwoofer Review

    The mad scientists at SVS have outdone themselves with an audiophile-grade compact sub that’s guaranteed to piss off the neighbors. (3.5 out of 4) Bet Your Bottom Dollar There’s no other...

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    KEF LS50 Loudspeaker Review

    For a 50+ year old company, KEF sure can innovate. Their latest bookshelf loudspeaker will have the competition crying in their pudding. (4 out of 4) A classic in the making…...

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    SONOS PlayBar Review

    SONOS enters the living room with the PlayBar soundbar, and it’s quite an entrance. (3.5 out of 4) Step on Up to the ‘Bar Judging the PlayBar is a bit tricky....

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    Boston Acoustics TVee Model 26 Soundbar Review

    The company’s latest soundbar and wireless subwoofer package is perfect for pumping up the sound of everyday TV (and more). (3 out of 4) Add Some Punch to your Panel For...

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    Panasonic DMP-BDT220 Blu-ray 3D Player Review

    Who needs a big budget? This insanely affordable 3D-capable player packs a nice little punch. (3.5 out of 4) Best Blu-ray Bang for Your Buck When we review products, we try...

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    Phorus PS1 Speaker Review

    Android users have been complaining for years that all of the dock and streaming audio action was taking place at Club Apple. With the Phrous PS1, there is a new club...

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    RHA MA350 Earphones Review

    Scotland’s RHA seem to be on a roll with their value-priced headphones and earphones but are their MA350s a young immature scotch or a bottle of 24 year-old Glenrothes? Time to...

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    Panasonic TC-P55ST50 Plasma HDTV Review

    Who needs a picture window when you have Panasonic’s TC-P55ST50 3D Plasma HDTV? (3.5 out of 4) Window on the World Whether you want 3D at all or think you don’t...

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    Paradigm Shift E2m In-Ear Headphones Review

    It seems like everyone is making headphones in 2012, but not all of them are so special. With its new Shift series, Paradigm is literally putting its high-end loudspeakers in your...

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    Panasonic SC-BTT195 Blu-ray 3D Home Theater System Review

    Add some big sound to that big picture with Panasonic’s 3D-capable Blu-ray home theater system. (3 out of 4) Big Sound Can Come in Small Packages Given its $399 suggested retail...

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    Pioneer VSX-822-K Receiver Review

    Designed as an upgrade to last year’s VSX-821, this beautiful beast offers a lot of value over its predecessor. (3.5 out of 4) A Worthy Successor I was a big fan...

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    Polk Blackstone TL2 Satellite/TL250 Home Theater Speaker System Review

    Ready to step up from that soundbar? Polk has just the ticket with their mini and marvelous TL250 speaker 5-pack. (3.5 out of 4) Polka, Polka, Polka! In most situations, a...

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    SRS Labs iWOW-U Review

    Even if it doesn’t WOW you, the SRS Labs iWOW Universal audio enhancer will give your personal audio a boost. (3 out of 4) The iWOW-U can easily become an essential...

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    LG 55LM6700 1080p LED Cinema 3D TV Review

    If you’re sold on an LED TV with passive 3D capabilities and you don’t mind an unconventional remote, LG’s 55LM6700 is worth a look. (3 out of 4) LG continues to...

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    Polk Audio UltraFocus 8000 Active Noise Canceling Headphones Review

    The esteemed loudspeaker manufacturers have taken all they know about sound and parked it neatly atop our skull. And we love it. (3.5 out of 4) It’s All in the Details...