Get the most out of your home theater with the latest advances, product reviews, and all things audio and video. Every Thursday, Scott Wilkinson shares his expertise, energy, and enthusiasm about how to make your A/V system sound and look its best. In this short-format podcast, Scott brings you news, reviews, interviews, and commentary, and answers your questions. Submit your home theater queries through email at [email protected] or via TWiT's social media. You might hear your question answered o ...
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Your home theater and AV questions answered!
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All the HDTV and Home Theater news and info you need, without all the reading.
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The official podcast of the Home Theater Forum, hosted by Brian Dobbs and Sam Posten.
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This week Ara is on vacation and rather than skip a show we go back to May of 2022 where we looked at a panel discussion about teh then new automation framework Matter. We play for you that discussion and then Braden and I discuss that current state. Emails and news will return next week.
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HTG 510: The Kipnis Studio Standard - Home Theater of the Month
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17:13Jeremy Kipnis had what is probably the most extensive—and expensive—home theater in the world. Unfortunately, he passed away in 2019, and his incredible theater is no more. But it's worth remembering for its staggering grandeur. Host: Scott Wilkinson Download or subscribe to Home Theater Geeks at https://twit.tv/shows/home-theater-geeks Want access…
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AV Rant #994: Sofabaton X2 Update
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2:16:13We are back! Happy Thanksgiving! We spill the beans about why we don’t have a full Sofabaton X2 review for you just yet, but we still have updates and insights to share. We both bought big ticket items over Black Friday. And Tom watched multiple movies! Google and Disney have made up. Netflix has killed […] The post AV Rant #994: Sofabaton X2 Updat…
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Podcast #1230: Matter Update
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32:50This week Ara is on vacation and rather than skip a show we go back to May of 2022 where we looked at a panel discussion about teh then new automation framework Matter. We play for you that discussion and then Braden and I discuss that current state. Emails and news will return next week.
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On this week’s show we look at the phenomenon of watching a little screen while simultaneously watching a big screen. We also read your emails and take a look at the week’s news.
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Podcast #1229: Second Screen Viewing
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29:07On this week's show we look at the phenomenon of watching a little screen while simultaneously watching a big screen. We also read your emails and take a look at the week's news. News: New data shows ESPN, Fox One both over 2 million subscribers Get Disney+ and Hulu for a combined $5 per month for 12 months Second Screen Viewing The phrase "Second …
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On this week’s show we find you the best Black Friday deals for your home theater, well at least at the time of recording. We also read your emails and take a look at the week’s news.
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Podcast #1228: Black Friday 2025
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54:52On this week's show we find you the best Black Friday deals for your home theater, well at least at the time of recording. We also read your emails and take a look at the week's news. News: YouTube TV and Disney reach agreement to restore channels Disney+ and Hulu near 200 million combined subscribers New Study Finds 38% Of Respondents View TV With…
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HTG 509: Best Type of Center Speaker - The Central Hero of Home Theater Sound
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17:48Listener Jason asks which is better for the center channel: a speaker designed for that purpose, or the same speaker as the front left and right? What are the pros and cons of each approach? Also, same question for the surround speakers. Scott Wilkinson has some answers. Host: Scott Wilkinson Download or subscribe to Home Theater Geeks at https://t…
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AV Rant #993: Sofabaton X2 First Blush
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2:13:12Not a review! But Tom has received Sofabaton X2 & R1 sample units! Valve announced a trio of new hardware products: Steam Machine, Steam Controller, and Steam Frame VR Headset. And Amazon will block piracy apps on Fire TV devices. The post AV Rant #993: Sofabaton X2 First Blush appeared first on AV Rant.…
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Podcast #1227: Best AV Receivers for Newbies, Enthusiasts, and Fanatics
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39:40On this week's show we look at alternatives to YouTube TV for sports fans. We also look at AV Receivers for Home Theater Newbies, Enthusiasts, and Fanatics. And like always, we start with your emails and take a look at the week's news. News; Ikea's new low-cost line is a huge win for Matter and your smart home Middle-Aged Viewers Power YouTube Long…
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HTG 508: LG Multi-View Mode - Are Dual HDMI Inputs Possible?
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11:33Michael S wonders about his LG B7A OLED TV's Multi-View (side-by-side) mode. Apparently, one of the side-by-side images must be from the TV's internal tuner. Is that normal? Scott Wilkinson has the answer. Host: Scott Wilkinson Download or subscribe to Home Theater Geeks at https://twit.tv/shows/home-theater-geeks Want access to the ad-free video a…
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On this week’s show we look at alternatives to YouTube TV for sports fans. We also look at AV Receivers for Home Theater Newbies, Enthusiasts, and Fanatics. And like always, we start with your emails and take a look at the week’s news.
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AV Rant #992: It Doesn’t Have to Make Sense to Make Sense
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2:00:13YouTube TV and Disney have a carriage dispute while Google leaves Movies Anywhere. LEGO and Star Trek leave Rob with no choice. The post AV Rant #992: It Doesn’t Have to Make Sense to Make Sense appeared first on AV Rant.Par Tom Andry
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On this episode of the Rewind show we go back to November 12, 2010 where we read your emails, look at a news story or two.
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HDTV Rewind Episode #15: Your email and News
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23:44On this episode of the Rewind show we go back to November 12, 2010 where we read your emails, look at a news story or two.
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On this week’s show we have an essay from one of our listeners on why he wants to stick with his DVR over streaming. We also take a deep dive into Automatic Content Recognition and how to turn it off on your smart TVs. As usual we also read your emails and take a look at the week’s news.
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Podcast #1226: What is Automatic Content Recognition (ACR)?
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44:18On this week's show we have an essay from one of our listeners on why he wants to stick with his DVR over streaming. We also take a deep dive into Automatic Content Recognition and how to turn it off on your smart TVs. As usual we also read your emails and take a look at the week's news. News: Disney pulls channels from YouTube TV as carriage deal …
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HTG 507: Listener's Room Transformation - Home Theater of the Month
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16:18In episode 492, Scott Wilkinson answered a question from listener Andy Z about placement options for his new JMGO N1 Ultra projector in a room he was remodeling to be a dedicated home theater. Now, the project is finished, and the results are impressive! Host: Scott Wilkinson Download or subscribe to Home Theater Geeks at https://twit.tv/shows/home…
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AV Rant #991: Bamboozled!
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2:18:48Samsung HDR10+ Advanced will rival Dolby Vision 2. GiK Amplitude Panels replace both the Alpha and Impression Series. CEDIA Reference Level white paper. The post AV Rant #991: Bamboozled! appeared first on AV Rant.Par Tom Andry
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On this week’s show we identify the top IMDB user rated original movies per streamer. We also read your emails and take a look at the week’s news.
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Podcast #1225: Top User Rated Original Movies per Streamer
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40:58On this week's show we identify the top IMDB user rated original movies per streamer. We also read your emails and take a look at the week's news. News: Classic TV props fetch $3.17M Netflix feature lets you decide what happens next, live 'High Potential' Is First 10 p.m. Drama to Hit No. 1 For the Fall Since 'ER' in 1999 Other: Explaining the magi…
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HTG 506: TV as Computer Monitor - Smart Move or Pixel Overload?
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13:32John Hunter asks about using high-end TVs as computer monitors. It's certainly possible, but there are several considerations to keep in mind. Scott Wilkinson explains. Host: Scott Wilkinson Download or subscribe to Home Theater Geeks at https://twit.tv/shows/home-theater-geeks Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a membe…
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AV Rant #990: Interpreting Graphs
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2:09:45Warner Bros. Discovery is for sale, but most prospective buyers only want pieces of it. Tall subs, max output, lots of graphs, and more! The post AV Rant #990: Interpreting Graphs appeared first on AV Rant.Par Tom Andry
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On this week’s show we look at the streamers and their pricing history. Are they keeping up with inflation or are they seeing how far they can keep raising prices. We also read your emails and take a look at the week’s news.
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Podcast #1224: Streaming Price Hikes: A Historical Look
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47:04On this week's show we look at the streamers and their pricing history. Are they keeping up with inflation or are they seeing how far they can keep raising prices. We also read your emails and take a look at the week's news. News: Apple TV Revs Up to Compete, For Real, In Streaming 86 Years Ago NBC Made History with First Televised Pro Football Gam…
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HTG 505: Tron: Ares in IMAX 3D - Jaw-Dropping Visuals Meet a Confounding Story
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16:18Tron: Ares is the third installment in the Tron franchise from Disney, which spans over 40 years. Scott Wilkinson saw it in IMAX 3D and gives his review here. Is it worth $25 or more to see it in IMAX? Host: Scott Wilkinson Download or subscribe to Home Theater Geeks at https://twit.tv/shows/home-theater-geeks Want access to the ad-free video and e…
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AV Rant #989: When Flat Isn’t Flat Enough
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2:01:35Tom's new closet organizers. Rob's iOS 26 misadventures. Sofabaton X2 and R1 prices and pre-orders, plus a U3 Remote easter egg. The post AV Rant #989: When Flat Isn’t Flat Enough appeared first on AV Rant.Par Tom Andry
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On this episode of the Rewind show we go back to October 21st 2023 where we read your emails, look at a news story or two, and discus 5G broadcast on how it can change how we interact with your media devices.
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HDTV Rewind Episode #14: 5G Broadcast
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31:38On this episode of the Rewind show we go back to October 21st 2023 where we read your emails, look at a news story or two, and discus 5G broadcast on how it can change how we interact with your media devices.
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Podcast #1223: Lost TV Series Finales and Five Smart Home Trends
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32:09On this week's show we look at some 1960s and 1970s TV shows that received their series finally in a movie at least ten years after going off the air. We also take a look at five home automation trends for this year and beyond. We also read your emails and take a look at the week's news. News: MTV is Shutting Down Its Last Music Channels, Marking t…
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On this week’s show we look at some 1960s and 1970s TV shows that received their series finally in a movie at least ten years after going off the air. We also take a look at five home automation trends for this year and beyond. We also read your emails and take a look at the week’s news.
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