Streaming Netflix to your PS3 is about to get a whole lot nicer – starting next week you’ll be able to stream Instant Watch content without the Netflix disc – Hallelujah! – as well as watch some content in 1080i with 5.1-channel surround sound. More »
When it comes to home theatre, the vast majority of people spend a lot of time focussing on the visual side of things and completely neglect the audio. But a recent development from Sydney-based startup MyEars means that it doesn’t really matter anymore – they can provide you with a surround sound effect much more effective than 7.1 by using nothing more than some clever technology and your standard stereo headphones. More »
Gamers looking for a 7.1 channel surround sound gaming headset might want to pay a bit of attention to Sennheiser’s latest release: The PC 163D and PC 333D headsets are designed to offer a completely immersive aural experience with sound from Dolby. More »
If you want a packaged home theatre that’ll soak your eyeballs in three-dee and fill your ears with THX-certified boom, Onkyo’s HT-S9300THX will oblige. It has seven theatre loudspeakers, a 12-inch sub and works with all the latest 3D gear. More »
If you’re in the market for a 5.1 sound system, the Logitech Z506 sounds like it could be a decent deal at only $US99. There aren’t too many details aside from the price though: More »
The EOps i24R3 Portable isn’t just the product of a design student and a 3D modelling program. It’s a real, wireless, waterproof, single-speaker surround sound system that was just announced by Hong Kong designer Michael Young. How does it work? More »
Reading up on this totally fresh neoHD receiver tells me that Yamaha—unlike its competition—is trying hard to keep up with the rapidly changing home theatre situation, particularly where HD video is concerned. More »
