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If your ears, speakers and headphones need a proper workout, you should start with one of these records. Or better yet, all of them Today’s pop music tends to be mastered to sound “loud” even when it’s being played at low volumes. The compressed dynamic range means that there’s not much difference in decibels between the quiet and loud parts of the music. Listening to these albums through high-quality audio gear can be a horrific assault on the lugholes. That’s why audiophiles seek out albums that have been mastered with a wider dynamic range. That doesn’t mean you have to…
If you’re subscribed to Disney+, you’re in luck because there’s a lot of exciting content coming your way this September. From gripping action-packed documentaries to box-office blockbusters you might have missed, Disney+’s September lineup is packed with variety. Among all the new shows and movies, I’m especially looking forward to watching these titles. Where sports analysis meets entertainment Disney+ The Rich Eisen Show is finally coming to Disney+, with its unique blend of witty commentary, sports analysis, and interviews with a wide array of guests. The show launched in 2014 and has been wildly popular over the years. Case in…
A few months back, I searched for reviews of A Minecraft Movie, and immediately something felt off. The same review was repeated endlessly across Google’s “Movie Reviews” section, almost like it had been copy-pasted by a bot. Since then, I’ve noticed other issues too: reviews being censored or quietly removed, suspiciously glowing write-ups that feel fake, and a lack of transparency about who is actually writing these so-called “opinions.” If you’ve ever thought that Google’s movie reviews feel generic or unreliable, you’re not alone. The good news is that you don’t need to rely on Google at all. There are…
Ever since Oculus Rift kicked off the modern wave of VR headsets back in 2016, we’ve seen them blossom from awkward combinations of straps and black plastic that showed you an image that looked like you were viewing it down a pipe into sleek creations that cradle your head, supply surprisingly good sound, and contain high-res OLED screens with wide viewing angles. They’re still not for everyone. Playing in VR requires an investment not just in the headset itself but in a PC or console capable of feeding it the framerates it needs, as well as in a room large…
When it comes to horror, Hollywood tends to dominate the conversation. But the truth is, some of the scariest horror films I’ve ever watched weren’t made in the US at all. They came from Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Indonesia, and beyond, bringing with them new myths, unfamiliar rhythms, and a willingness to truly unsettle. 7 Noroi: The Curse (2005, Japan) Watch Noroi: The Curse on SHUDDER The first film I saw using “found footage” was The Blair Witch Project. I would think it’s the same for many folks. And while the idea of found footage has been used in countless…
Movie sequels typically have one main goal: to match or surpass the box office performance of the movie that preceded it—and these are the films that did it. 5 Top Gun: Maverick (2022) Stream Top Gun: Maverick on Paramount+ The original Top Gun (1986) was one of the best films of the 1980s, and when a sequel was announced over 35 years later, I had major reservations. Yes, the second film would feature Tom Cruise’s return as Pete “Maverick” Mitchell, a hotshot Navy pilot. However, there were early concerns about how good the film would be, given that Maverick’s love…
I’ve never been one for media servers, as I always found the setup to be confusing at best. However, I recently discovered Jellyfin, and its extensive features and plugins convinced me to make the switch. 5 Free remote streaming Years ago, I used Plex. And while I found it really useful, I didn’t really stick with it. Fast-forward to 2025, and Plex doesn’t seem like the same place it once was. The biggest change that turned me away—and eventually led me to Jellyfin—was the elimination of free remote streaming. Maybe I’m cheap, but free will always beat paying money. I…
Smart TVs are everywhere, but few people realize how much more they can do beyond streaming. I was one of them too, until I stumbled upon a few apps that completely changed the way I use my TV. 6 Transfer or receive files wirelessly to phone or PC Transferring files to your TV can be useful for various reasons. Maybe you want to sideload an app or view vacation photos and videos. In these cases, there’s no need to use cables or external storage. Screenshot by Pankil Shah — No attribution required You can transfer all these files wirelessly using…
Sometimes the destination is more important than the journey, and that’s often the case with a really fantastic ending. I know that I’m often way more excited to indulge in some binge-watching if I know that everything is going to be wrapped up in a satisfying way. 5 Person of Interest Watch Person of Interest on Amazon Prime The uninitiated might not immediately think of Person of Interest as great television in any sense of the word, but they would be sorely mistaken. Created by Jonathan Nolan and airing on CBS, Person of Interest doesn’t have an enormously fantastic start.…
Looking to buy the best mid-range laptop? It’s a smart move. Why splurge over a grand on a machine if you won’t fully utilise all its premium features? Like mid-range phones, mid-range laptops once meant compromises in performance and speed, but fortunately, technology has come a long way. Today, you can find sleek, fast notebooks for around US$700 / £700 or less, offering more than enough power to handle both work and entertainment. In other words, unless you’re after the ultimate gaming laptop or need a high-end laptop for video rendering, opting for a well-priced laptop with impressive – though…