Author Archives: Michael Brown

Tidal adds Dolby Atmos Music support to its HiFi service tier

Posted on May 28, 2020 by Michael Brown

The Atmos experience will be delivered via Dolby Digital Plus. Continue reading →

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Belkin SoundForm Elite Hi-Fi smart speaker review: The case of the missing midrange

Posted on May 28, 2020 by Michael Brown

Several smart speakers sound much better and cost much less than Belkin’s Google Home-compatible effort. The wireless charging feature, however, is as handy as a pocket on a shirt. Continue reading →

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Weber Connect Smart Grilling Hub review: It’s better than a Bluetooth tracker, but not better enough for the price

Posted on May 22, 2020 by Michael Brown

It’s great to have the range and reliability of Wi-Fi, and Weber’s hub supports up to four probes, but this high-tech grilling gadget barely justifies its price tag. Continue reading →

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Meural Canvas II review: If you can’t go to the art museum, bring the art museum to you

Posted on May 20, 2020 by Michael Brown

Calling the Meural Canvas II a digital picture frame does the product a major disservice. If you love to gaze at art, this device can bring the great works into your home. Continue reading →

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Ring Smart Lighting Solar Pathlight review: Everything we loved about the original model, and less (batteries, that is)

Posted on May 14, 2020 by Michael Brown

You’ll get the most value from this great path light if you’ve also invested in—or plan to—other home security devices in the ever-widening Ring ecosystem. Continue reading →

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Enclave Audio CineHome Pro review: A great home theater audio system—for the right audience

Posted on May 8, 2020 by Michael Brown

The Enclave Audio CineHome Pro is a true 5.1 surround-sound system that’s also truly wireless, but it’s more suitable for streaming media than pairing with a Blu-ray player. Continue reading →

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Sonos Arc soundbar to ship on June 10, along with a third-gen Sub and the Sonos Five tabletop speaker

Posted on May 6, 2020 by Michael Brown

This smart soundbar supports Dolby Atmos and your choice of Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant onboard. Continue reading →

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Orbit B-hyve Smart Hose Watering Timer review: Sophisticated yet simple

Posted on May 6, 2020 by Michael Brown

This Bluetooth (and Wi-Fi, with a bridge)-based watering system is great for drip and other hose-based irrigation systems. Continue reading →

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Ring Stick Up Cam Battery review: Inexpensive and reliable wireless video surveillance, indoors and out

Posted on April 27, 2020 by Michael Brown

This inexpensive wireless home security camera can be deployed indoors or out, and you can buy a cheap solar panel to keep its battery forever topped off. Continue reading →

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Leviton Decora Smart Wi-Fi 4-Button Controller review: This device fits its niche almost perfectly

Posted on April 22, 2020 by Michael Brown

This Wi-Fi smart home device can control Leviton light switches, dimmers, outlets, and ceiling fans all over your home. But it’s not designed to control a local load. Continue reading →

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