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Caavo wants its Control Center to be the central 4K HDR smart hub of your home theater

When it comes to a full-blown home theater setup, things can get a little confusing. There are multiple remotes for the DVR, TV, Blu-ray player, and A/V receiver. You have Apple TV, Xbox, and your cable provider’s boxes to switch through. This can be a pain if you’re looking for new content to watch.

Caavo is trying to change that with its Control Center. This central smart home theater hub sports 4 HDMI inputs, Alexa/Assistant integration, and a unique interface that could help simplify your home theater lifestyle.


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Denon and Marantz race to bring ‘IMAX Enhanced’ to their AirPlay 2-enabled A/V receivers

With theater subscription services from MoviePass coming along to get people in theaters, large entities like AMC have been pressured to step up to the plate with competing options. While competition is likely to get the theater on people’s minds, the heat dished by the latest home theater gear works to negate that by giving customers a plethora of ways to have top-notch experiences without the need to leave their house. To make home theater hardware even better, Denon and Marantz have both announced updates for some A/V receivers to provide support for IMAX Enhanced, a technology that was unveiled earlier today.
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JVC unveils the ‘world’s first’ 8K e-shift home theater projector at IFA 2018

Japan-based company, JVC has announced 3 new projectors to be released in the near future. While two of its new projectors offer native 4K resolution, the one that takes the cake is what the company is calling the “world’s first” 8K e-shift home theater projector. There are a lot of 4K projectors from brands like ViewSonic, Optoma, Epson, and Sony available on Amazon, but you will be a hard-pressed to find similar options from JVC. While JVC is a brand that is fairly well-known by consumers, most of its products are no-where near as popular as the previously-mentioned competitors’ offerings in the US. With the unveiling of its new high-end consumer-focused projectors, the company may be able to pique the interest of folks looking to improve their home theater setup.
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$379

Display 1080p on a 180-inch screen w/ BenQ’s Projector for $379 shipped (Reg. $540+)

Today only, as a part of its Deal Zone, B&H is currently offering the BenQ HT1070A 1080p CineHome Theater Projector for $379 shipped. That’s over $160 off the going rate found at other retailers like Amazon and is the lowest price we have tracked. Ports include: 2x HDMI, audio in/out, and more. This highly-rated projector displays full 1080p on screens ranging from 60- to 180-inches, making it a flexible option for your home.
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Save $200 on Epson’s popular 1080p Home Cinema Projector, now $700

$700

Amazon offers the Epson Home Cinema 2150 1080p Projector for $699.99 shipped. It is currently back-ordered by at least a week, so you’ll want to check out Best Buy or B&H if you require faster delivery. Today’s offer is a $200 savings off the regular price, an Amazon all-time low and best available. Rated 4.9/5 stars.


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HDHomeRun Connect $100/$70

HDHomeRun CONNECT TV Tuner is perfect for cord-cutters at $70 (Reg. $100)

B&H offers the SiliconDust HDHomeRun CONNECT Digital TV Tuner for $69.99 shipped. That’s good for $30 off the regular going rate and at Best Buy, is $8 under the Amazon all-time low and the best offer currently out there. What’s even better is that B&H only collects tax at time of purchase for New York and New Jersey residents. Rated 4.6/5 stars from nearly 100 Best Buy shoppers.


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$400/$330

Yamaha 5.1-Ch. 4K A/V Receiver w/ AirPlay support for $330 shipped (Reg. $400)

Amazon offers the Yamaha RX-V483BL 5.1-Channel 4K Ultra HD MusicCast AV Receiver with AirPlay support for $329.95 shipped. Also available at Best Buy and B&H. That’s good for $70 off the regular going rate and drops the price to a new Amazon all-time low. Today’s deal is the best offer currently available as well. It carries 4.4/5 star rating from Best Buy customers. 


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$30/$25

Bring Netflix, Hulu and more to your old TV w/ the Roku Express for just $25

Amazon is currently offering the Roku Express HD Streaming Media player for $24.99 with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $25. Also matched at Best Buy and B&H. That’s good for $5 off the regular going rate and matches our previous mention as well as the Amazon all-time low. It carries a 4.4/5 star rating from over 3,700 shoppers.


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Roku reportedly set to launch new 4K HDR Streaming Stick + more

Roku was one of the first on the block when it comes to streaming boxes and the like, but it has gone up against some fierce competition in the meantime. Amazon, Google, Apple and everything in between all have their own competitive devices, many of which with even more functionality. While Roku has brought its tech to living room displays in order to circumvent some of the bigger brand names in the space, it is going to have to step-it-up a notch in order to remain in the game.

But have no fear, reports suggest a new lineup of hardware is on its way down the pipeline including a 4K streaming system and a brand new remote, among other things.
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$5.50

Cut cable with Monoprice’s Paper Thin HDTV Antennas starting at $5.50

Monoprice offers its Paper Thin HDTV Antennas in three sizes starting at $5.50 with free shipping when code PAPERTHIN is applied at checkout. Monoprice’s HDTV Antenna comes in a small size with 25-mile range for $5.50 (Reg. $8), medium with 30-mile range for $6.50 (Reg. $9), and large with 35-mile range for $7.50 (Reg. $10). The discount is even steeper compared to prices on Amazon where the antennas are rated 3.5/5 stars.


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Reg. $389+/$259

JBL Speakers: Floorstanding (pair) $259 and 10-inch Subwoofer $189

Sound Distributors (100% positive by 1,753 ratings) via Amazon offers the JBL Studio 580 Dual 6.5-inch Floorstanding Loudspeakers for $259 shipped. For comparison, it regularly goes for $800 at Harman Audio, the same seller has it for $389 at Newegg, and it’s the best we can currently find. It’s a best-seller and rated 4.4/5 stars by Amazon shoppers.


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Sonos Playbar w/ $40 Gift Card + 6-mo. Amazon Music Unlimited: $697

Amazon is offering the Sonos Playbar TV Soundbar for $697 shipped. It comes with $40 Amazon GC and a 6-Month Free trial of Amazon Music Unlimited ($60 value), so that effectively lowers the final price to $597. This is the full price for the sounder, but we’ve only seen around two deals for it in four years. Rated 4.4/5 stars by nearly 1,000 Amazon shoppers.


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$140

Harman Kardon 5.1-Ch. Home Theater Speaker System $140 (Cert. Refurb, Orig. $599)

Harman Kardon offers its certified refurbished HKTS 15 5.1-Ch Home Theater Speaker System for $139.99 shipped. This matches our previous mention earlier this year and is nearly $500 off the MSRP. The HKTS 15 5.1-Ch Home Theater Speaker System carries a 4.2 star rating from 32 reviewers on Harman Kardon’s website. Includes a one-year warranty.


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Mohu now offers a 65-Mile Indoor HDTV Antenna to give more range to cord-cutters

Mohu, the unofficial leader in the cable eliminating revolution, just introduced its latest antenna and it’s giving cord-cutters much more of a range for picking up their local TV channels. The Leaf Glide 65-Mile Range Indoor Amplified HDTV Antenna offers 15 more miles of range than its predecessor the Mohu Leaf 50. Mohu has redefined the indoor antenna market with lightweight, flat models that pick up over-the-air signals better than previous generation antennas ever could. This is allowing many individuals to finally cut the cord from cable companies and get life long free TV. 
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Orig. $250/$150

Bose Solo 5 TV sound system $150 shipped (Cert. Refurb, Orig. $249)

The official Bose store on eBay offers its refurbished Solo 5 TV sound system for $149.95 shipped. That’s $99 off the original list price/ Amazon’s listing and the lowest we can find for it. Rated 4.2/5 stars by 456 Amazon shoppers and it’s the #1 best selling home audio sound bar there. Bose offers the same warranty on refurbished items as new items at its store.


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Audioengine Speaker Sale: A2+ $199 (Reg. $249) or A5+ $319 (Reg. $399)

Audioengine is running a special discount at authorized retailers on a pair of its popular speaker systems, dropping prices back to all-time lows not seen since the end of last year. Free shipping is available across the board.

Audioengine A2+ 2.75-inch Desktop Speakers: $199 (Reg. $249) | Amazon


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$250

Logitech Harmony Elite is the best universal remote out there, now $250

Amazon offers the Logitech Harmony Elite Remote Control and Hub for $249.99 shipped. Also at Best Buy. That’s a $100 off the original price, an Amazon all-time low and the best offer currently available. Rated 4.1/5 stars.

If you head over to Best Buy and add both the Logitech Harmony Home Hub and an Amazon Echo Dot to your cart, your total will be $89.99 shipped. That effectively decreases the price $50 from the regular price. Similarly, if you add the Logitech Harmony Elite Universal Remote along with an Amazon Echo to your cart, your total will be $309.99 shipped. That’s around $120 below what the regular price would be for both.

Logitech Harmony Elite Features:

  • The most powerful and intuitive Harmony remote works with Alexa for voice control. All-in-one control of up to 15 home entertainment and connected home devices
  • Full color touchscreen: Simply swipe and tap to control channels, movies, volume, 50 favorite channels and smart home devices like Philips Hue lights
  • One-touch Activities: Touch an Activity like “Watch a Movie” to automatically power on and switch devices to the right settings; Compatible with Amazon’s Alexa for easy voice integration and activation
  • Harmony app: Turns iOS or Android smartphones or tablets into personal universal remote controls for the whole house
  • Closed cabinet control: Included Harmony Hub lets you control devices in closed cabinets, or even when away from home
  • Convenient charging station: Keeps your remote powered and within reach


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Orig. $350/$245

Onkyo 980W 7.2-Ch. 4K A/V Receiver w/ AirPlay $245 (Orig $350)

Best Buy via eBay is offering the Onkyo 980W 7.2-Ch. Network-Ready 4K A/V Receiver for an in-cart price of $244.99 shipped. Also available direct from Best Buy. That’s $105 off the original listing and $5 less than the Amazon all-time low for it. Rated 4.3/5 stars by Amazon shoppers.

This Onkyo 980W 7.2-Ch. 4K A/V Receiver features:

  • 140 W/Ch. (6 Ohms, 1 kHz, 0.9% THD, 1 Channel Driven, FTC); 80 W/Ch. (8 Ohms, 20 Hz-20 kHz, 0.08% THD, 2 Channels Driven, FTC) with Dynamic Audio Amplification for a Thrilling Audio Experience
  • Built-in Bluetooth Audio / Wi-Fi with Pandora, Spotify, and AirPlay
  • HDMI 6 In / 1 Out (4K/60 Hz / HDCP 2.2 / HDR) for 3D, Audio Return Channel, Deep Color, x.v. Color, Lip Sync, Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio, DVD-Audio, Super Audio CD, Multichannel PCM, and CEC
  • Play Compressed, Lossless, and Hi-Res Audio via Local Network (MP3,WMA,WMA Lossless, FLAC, WAV, AAC, Apple Lossless, DSD 5.6 MHz); AK4458 384 kHz/32-bit DAC (8 Channels x 1)
  • Powered Zone 2 and Zone 2 Line Out for Distributed Analog/Digital Audio Playback in Another Room


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Sonos launches big sale w/ discounts on PLAY:1, SUB, PLAYBASE, and more

from $348

Sonos has launched a number of discounts this morning at authorized retailers including Amazon, Best Buy and direct. You can save on PLAY:1 speaker bundles, PLAYBASE, PLAYBAR, as well as the SUB. Free shipping is available for the whole lot.

Here’s a breakdown of today’s SONOS deals:

Sonos is the industry leader in whole-home audio systems, with the ability to stream a wide range of music services and podcasts. Personally, I have a handful of Play:1 speakers as well as the home theater system, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. Amazon customers agree, with thousands leaving 4.5+/5 star ratings.


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Reg. $300/$150

Polk MagniFi One Sound Bar w/ Wireless Subwoofer $150 shipped (Reg. $300)

Adorama is offering the Polk MagniFi One Sound Bar w/ Wireless Subwoofer for $149.99 shipped. That’s half-off the original list price/ Newegg’s current listing and the lowest we can find for it. Rated 4/5 stars by Adorama shoppers.

Features of the Sound Bar w/ Wireless Subwoofer:

  • The MagniFi One Sound Bar and Wireless Subwoofer System takes minutes to setup-no more clutter, cables and installation hassles.
  • Exclusive Voice Adjust Technology. Dramatically increases vocal intelligibility independent of program material and volume level to provide clean, clear, crisp dialogue.
  • Bluetooth included. Delivers quality sound from your smartphone, tablet or other compatible device.
  • Works with virtually any TV. Ultra-Low Profile design (less than 2” tall) won’t block TV IR sensor
  • Sport, Music and Movie EQ settings ensure room-filling, immersive sound


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$155

Harman Kardon HKTS 9 5.1-Ch. Home Theater System $155 (cert. refurb, Orig. $600)

Harman Kardon offers its certified refurbished HKTS 9 5.1-Ch. Home Theater System for $154.99 shipped. That’s down from the original price of $600. We did see it fall as low as $150 at the end of last year but this is the best offer available otherwise. Harman Kardon speakers are generally the recipients of excellent ratings over at Amazon. A full one-year standard warranty is included with purchase.

Harman Kardon HKTS9 Features:

  • Five voice-matched satellite speakers with 3 inch (75 mm) midrange drivers and 1/2 inch (13 mm) high-frequency tweeters
  • 200 W down-firing subwoofer with an 8 inch (200 mm) driver offers deep and authoritative low-frequency realism
  • System’s are compact and unobtrusive dimensions offer virtually unlimited installation options
  • Bass-boost controls and phase switches for subwoofer
  • Magnetically shielded loudspeaker components

ICYMI: Yamaha 4K 7.2-Ch. A/V Receiver with AirPlay on sale for $275 (Orig. $500).


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From $10

Vansky Lighting Strips for an enhanced HDTV experience from $10

Vanskytek (99% positive in the last 12 months via 4,383) via Amazon is offering its mood lighting strips from $10 when promo code WOA5L6NA applied at checkout. Shipping is free for Prime members or on orders $25+. Some match our previous mention, others are up to $2 under our last mention, and these are the best we can find. These lighting strips carry a 4+ star ratings on Amazon

Vansky Lighting Strip Deals Include:


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$500/$230

LG 4.1ch Bluetooth Sound Bar w/ subwoofer for $229 shipped (Reg. $500)

BuyDig offers the LG SJ8 Sound Bar w/ 4.1ch High Resolution Audio, Wi-Fi & Bluetooth for $228.99 shipped when code CP1742345217 is applied at checkout. That takes 54% off the list MSRP, saves you $270 compared to other retailers like Best Buy and is the lowest offer we’ve tracked. Ratings are scarce, but LG sound bars typically receive high reviews.


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$435

Yamaha’s feature-packed 7.2-Ch 4K A/V Receiver w/ AirPlay $435 (Reg. $600)

Amazon offers the Yamaha RX-V681BL 7.2-Ch. MusicCast 4K A/V Receiver w/ Bluetooth and AirPlay for $435 shipped. That’s a $215 savings off the original price, down $165 from most online retailers until this week’s price drop and an Amazon all-time low. Today’s sale price is $44 less than Best Buy’s clearance offer. Rated 4.6/5 stars.

Yamaha RX-V681BL Features:

  • Music Cast Wireless Multiroom Audio
  • Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Airplay and Spotify Connect, Pandora, Rhapsody, SiriusXM Internet radio and vTuner
  • Dolby Atmos and DTS:X surround sound processing (5.1.2-ch)
  • YPAO Reflected Sound Control (R.S.C.) sound optimization
  • Phono input


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$300/$150

Polk Audio MagniFi One Sound Bar with Subwoofer for $150 (Reg. $300)

Adorama offers the Polk Audio MagniFi One 240W Dialogue-Enhancing Sound Bar with Subwoofer for $149.99 shipped. That takes 50% the list price and is the best price currently available. Rated 4.2/5 stars.

Polk Audio MagniFi One Features Include:

  • Elevate your home audio experience with the Polk MagniFi One sound bar and wireless subwoofer system
  • The MagniFi One takes minutes to set up-forget about clutter, cables and installation hassles
  • Exclusive dialogue-enhancing VoiceAdjust Technology dramatically increases vocal intelligibility
  • Movie, sport and music modes offer immersive, room-filling and powerful hi-fi sound
  • Bluetooth wireless technology lets you stream all of your favorite audio from your smartphone, tablet or other compatible device
  • Ultra-low profile (less than 2″ tall) looks great under your TV and won’ block its IR sensor
  • Includes compact 7″ wireless subwoofer for exciting bass impact
  • Built-in bass drive technology blends the soundbar’s lower mid-range with the subwoofer’s bass output for a more dynamic listening experience
  • Night Effect reduces low-frequency output and sonic range, improving dialogue at lower listening levels-perfect for night time viewing
  • SmartBar technology enables your sound bar to learn your TV’s original IR remote control
  • Dolby Digital 5.1 and 2.0 puts you at the center of the action for a dynamic home theater experience


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$55

FreeStereo Truly-Wireless Bluetooth Earphones $55 + more audio deals

From wireless headphones to full-blown stereo systems, there are some sonic treats this week at gadgetnewsonline Specials — check out the savings on these audiophile goodies.

 

The FreeStereo Twins Wireless Bluetooth Earphones offer complete freedom from cables for $55 (Orig. $150). These true wireless buds can be used together or separately, with a built-in mic for taking calls on the go. They can even connect to two Bluetooth devices at once.

With the Pioneer X-CM56B Stereo System, you get powerful sound at an affordable $150 (Orig. $200). This Bluetooth sound system supports a wide range of audio formats, including your CD collection and streaming radio off the Internet. Plus, the stylish the wood grain finish adds a sleek touch to any room.

Last but not least, you can currently get a two-pack of Que Bluetooth In-Ear Headphones for $30 (Orig. $100). These lightweight earbuds are sweat-resistant, so they are perfect for taking to the gym. They come with ear loops for a secure fit, and you can switch tracks easily via the integrated controls.

First up, movie buffs can grab the Sony RF Wireless Home Theater Headphones for just $110. These premium headphones have large 1.57″ drivers that turn on-screen explosions into audio thunder. With a range of 150 feet, you can walk between rooms without missing a beat (or a bass drop).

$300/$170

Polk Audio TL150 5-piece Surround Speaker System for $170 (Reg. $300)

Adorama offers the Polk Audio TL150 5-piece Surround Speaker System for $169.99 shipped. That takes 43% off the regular list price, saves you $130 compared to other online retailers like Amazon, and is an all-time low. Rated 4.3/5 stars by Amazon customers.

Polk Audio TS150 Speaker System Features:

  • High-Performance 5-Piece Surround System
  • Tl1 Satellite Aperiodio-Tuned Rear Port
  • Tl1 Center Channel-Tuned Rear Port
  • .5 inches Silk-Dome Tweeters
  • Time Lens Technology
  • Time Lens Technology-The acoustic centers of the tweeter and mid-bass driver are located in the same plane for superior imaging
  • TL1 Satellite Aperiodic-Tuned Rear Port enables better blending with a subwoofer


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Reg. $160/$120

LG 2.1-Ch. Sound Bar w/ Wireless Subwoofer $120 (Reg. $160)

BuyDig’s official eBay storefront is offering the LG 2.1-Ch. 300W Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer for $119.99 shipped. That’s $40 under Best Buy’s current price and the lowest we can find for it. Rated 4.6/5 stars by nearly 2,700 Best Buy customers.

LG 2.1-Ch. Sound Bar and Subwoofer Features:

  • 300W total system power
  • Wireless subwoofer
  • Dolby Digital decoder
  • Bluetooth music streaming
  • Sleek appearance
  • Includes 1 mini jack and 1 optical digital audio input
  • Wall-mountable


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