Generally speaking, there are two types of electronics enthusiasts — audiophiles and videophiles. I've always defined myself as an audiophile, but that may be changing now. I listen to music all the time, but I watch much less TV and fewer movies than most of my friends. In fact, I had planned...
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Dave H
on Fri, Sep 11 2009
Filed under: Sony, HDTV, XBR, upgrade, videoeophile, KDL-40XBR7, Dave H, Special Offers Guy, Accessories Guy, audiophile, 1080p
Gas mileage is a big issue with an ever-increasing number of people. Most recently, the "Cash for Clunkers" program has resulted in a lot of people driving more compact vehicles. A smaller, more fuel-efficient vehicle is great news for your wallet, but it can really create problems if you like...
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Use & Enjoy Your A/V Gear
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Charlie
on Mon, Aug 10 2009
Filed under: bass, subwoofer, car audio, Sony, RMS power, music system, 8" subwoofer, 6-1/2" subwoofer, car, Kicker, Dynamat, car subwoofer, subwoofers, shallow-mount sub, JL Audio, ThunderForm, Stealthbox, MTX, 5" sub, Pioneer Premier, Utopia Be, Focal
What do you do with your home network? Provide Internet access throughout your home Share a printer Listen to digital music files, Internet radio or a music subscription service, such as Rhapsody, throughout your home View photos or videos stored on your home computer on a TV in your living room Stream...
As a father, I can attest that nothing makes a better gift than a good piece of electronics. And as a Crutchfield advisor, I'm often asked for gift ideas along those lines. One of my first questions is this: "Does your dad have an iPod® yet?" That's a good place to start. And if he does, no problem....
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Chad
on Mon, Jun 1 2009
Filed under: Bose, headphones, Sony, gift idea, radio, Alpine, iPod touch, Chad, clock radio
Crutchfield's Sony ES BDP-S5000ES video features Amanda and Julie discussing a few of the outstanding features this Blu-ray Disc™ player offers. They point out that Sony's "ES" designation stands for "Elevated Standards," which is apparent in the build quality of the S5000ES Blu-ray player . Julie notes...
When it comes to gifts, I'm not a gal who's into big extravagant gestures. Much as I'd enjoy a killer game system , or giant flat screen TV , I find that sort of present more overwhelming than endearing. I'd rather just do the research and buy my own gear, so I get exactly what I want. For me, the best...
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Gabrielle
on Mon, Dec 1 2008
Filed under: headphones, Harmony remote, Sony, camcorder, Accessories, rechargeable batteries, Gabrielle, memory card reader, holiday gift ideas, MP3 players, game accessories
A lot of people ask me what camera they should buy when they're considering a DSLR . Usually by that time they've got it narrowed down to a couple of choices, and are looking for that last piece of info to help them make their final decision. It's generally off-the-cuff, but I take that question seriously...