The Star Wars: The Phantom Menace DVD comes with a few THX sound tests.<P>If you want me to FTP you a few .vob files encoded in 5.1, I can. If you hear sound on the center channel, you've got 5.1 ...

I'm looking for a device to add 5.1 surround to my PC. The AMD APU doesn't support 5.1 over HDMI for whatever reason, only stereo, or I'd use my normal HDMI optical audio extractor as usual. I have a ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. There was a time, not so long ago, when most of us were perfectly content with our 32-inch CRT screens and their tinny, built-in speakers.

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Surround sound isn't just about having multiple speakers. We break down what you need to know and how to optimize your home theater audio setup. I’m PCMag’s home theater and AR/VR expert, and your ...

Everyone knows that upgrading to a nicer TV will give you better viewing quality, whether it's the size of the TV, a 4K format, or something like the OLED and QLED technology. Plus, looking for a new ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. There was once a time when getting great home audio for your living room meant paying a thousand or more dollars. These days, that's no longer ...

TV and home video editor Ty Pendlebury joined CNET Australia in 2006, and moved to New York City to be a part of CNET in 2011. He tests, reviews and writes about the latest TVs and audio equipment.

The best surround sound systems don’t just turn up the volume on your TV, film or music — they also transform a flat listening experience into a cinematic wonder. Having a decked-out speaker system ...

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Dolby Atmos expands audio from horizontal to vertical, transforming the surround sound experience with 3D soundscapes. Dolby Atmos is not just for home theaters -- it has made its way to devices like ...

For less than the cost of dinner and a movie out with the family, you can bring home this eight channel home theater speaker system. While soundbars get more complicated (and more expensive), A/V ...