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A pesky blinking light has been going off in your peripheral vision for about an hour. After some light detective work, you discover it’s coming from your Apple TV, and to make matters worse, its input screen is completely black and will not turn on. The Home screen will not load, and nothing you do …

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With its countless movies, TV series, and documentaries to choose from, Apple TV is by far your favorite streaming app. You usually watch it on your Roku TV/player, but lately, it hasn’t been working as usual.  You’ve tried closing and reopening the app, but still cannot get it to play content.  Why isn’t your Apple …

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When Apple TV embraced Bluetooth connectivity, it opened the way for convenient audio options, like wireless speakers and headphones. Bluetooth compatibility is the most sought-after feature for streaming devices—so the Apple TV is even more popular as a result. In addition to audio devices, the Bluetooth feature also allows users to connect to other wireless …

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Apple TVs are, arguably, the sleekest streaming devices on the market. They combine the convenience of streaming players with Apple’s iconic OS style. However, it’s been difficult to enjoy your Apple TV recently due to the constantly flickering or dark screen.  Your network connection is pretty stable so you don’t think it’s due to slow …

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Fire TV sticks turn any TV into a smart model, and up until recently, you’ve been exclusively using your Fire Stick on your TV. However, since your TV died a few weeks ago, you’ve been unable to watch your favorite Fire TV-exclusive streaming apps.  Then, a crazy, wonderous thought occurs to you: Can you use …

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You recently bought a Fire Stick 4K to use on your 4K-compatible TV and are ecstatic to finally watch your favorite shows in high-res glory.  You set up your Fire Stick, but the TV screen is totally blank with not a 4K image in sight. What’s the problem?  Your Fire TV may be set to …

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Like many people these days, you have a terrible habit of falling asleep to your Fire TV. All you need to do to drift off at night is listen to the soothing sound of your favorite comfort show for half an hour. Unfortunately, the show you fall asleep to is often still playing when you …

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Televisions have come a long way. The smart TV can do many more things than its CRT (cathode-ray tube) ancestors could even imagine. But modern TV is not perfect. In its default state or natural environment, the device is great. But there could be inevitable hiccups when you try to fiddle with or connect it …

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A soundbar is a sleek and (usually) cost-effective alternative to a bookshelf or other kinds of speakers. The external speaker is on par with other comparable speakers on the audio front. Not to mention how beautifully the audio device complements and blends with a smart TV. A soundbar’s popularity has increased significantly in the last …

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What Is Aspect Ratio? Before we get into the specifics of any LG products, it is best to clarify what aspect ratio is. The simplest way to define aspect ratio is the difference between the height and width of your TV screen. Usually, this ratio is expressed as width:height. Most older TVs had a ratio …

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Hey there, fellow streamers! Are you tired of fumbling around with a dozen different remotes just to get your soundbar working? It’s time to simplify your life and take control of your streaming experience. In this article, we will show you how to use your streaming device’s remote to control your soundbar. Whether you’re rocking …

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Built-in TV audio has always been a pain point. They were never great or on par with dedicated sound systems. And with TVs getting thinner, the physical space available to fit capable audio hardware in TVs has further diminished. Although some TV models have protruding audio modules to enrich the native TV audio experience, those …

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Soundbars are some of the trendiest entertainment system speakers at the moment. They’re sleek, stylish, and most importantly, incredibly easy to install. So, when you got your TCL TV, you knew you had to purchase a soundbar to accompany it.  There are several ways you can connect your soundbar to a TCL TV, and all …

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Ring is a smart home and home security device manufacturer. If you’ve watched all seasons of Shark Tank U.S., you may remember the episode where Jamie Siminoff, the founder of Ring (then Doorbot), pitched his home security device to the “sharks.” Although Jamie didn’t get an investor on the show, his unique product showed tremendous …

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If you do not live under a rock, you should know that Japan is years ahead of the world technologically. And it won’t be incorrect to assert that companies like Sony have helped create and propel that global image. But Japan is a relatively small country on the map. It cannot be an economic superpower …

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After much deliberation, you’ve finally decided to treat yourself to DIRECTV. The setup instructions seem simple enough, but you’re not sure how to program your DIRECTV remote for a TCL TV.  We know you’re eager to start enjoying your new channels, so we’ll cut to the chase.  In this article, we’ll give you step-by-step instructions …

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Your day was going pretty well: you tidied up your home, cooked a good meal, and read a thrilling book. It was only when you were taking out the laundry did you realize you had made a terrible mistake. You accidentally washed your TV remote in the washing machine! While remotes are easy enough to …

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