One issue with LCD-based TVs in particular is that the image can blur during fast-moving scenes, especially in action movies or sports. TV manufacturers use various technologies to reduce motion blur, such as repeating frames or inserting black frames into the video signal. These techniques go by a number of names, including Auto Motion Plus…
Teas made from the tea plant come in four basic varieties: black, oolong, green, and white. They differ in flavor and color depending on how the leaves of the plant are picked, rolled, crushed, and exposed to air before drying. For example, black teas are exposed to the air for an extended period before being…
Sony released the PlayStation 5 well over three years ago, and gamers who initially duked it out to snag an early console may now have their sights set on the PS5 Pro upgrade model, rumored to launch later this year. Whether you have a PS5 or you’re still holding on to that dusty PS4, PlayStation…
Like any eyeglasses, different sunglasses offer different coatings that can dramatically change the way they protect your eyes and how you perceive the world around you. Here’s a breakdown of some of the most common types of coatings and how they work. Anti-Reflective A common coating on eyeglasses, an anti-reflective coating reduces the amount of…
But before we jump into that, let’s talk about what we mean by thawing the meat properly. It’s important that food be kept at a safe temperature while thawing. If the food becomes warmer than 40° F, bacteria may begin to proliferate, according to the Department of Agriculture. So don’t do what I’ve done before,…
It’s true that there are few published studies that focus on the effects of deet on pregnant women or their offspring, and almost none that examine deet usage during the first trimester when developing fetuses are most vulnerable. It’s also true that there are some scary-sounding reports in both the research literature and the popular…
Razer has made a name for itself in the gaming space, with robust gear that tackles the high demands and highly particular needs gamers have. The company makes everything from customizable gaming mice to powerful laptops. But can Razer meet the needs of gamers’ butts? With the Razer Fujin Pro gaming chair, it’s looking like…
Audio quality: It seems like it would go without saying, but we’re saying it anyway: You can’t always tell from a spec sheet how a headset will sound. A well-made stereo headset can sound better than a poorly made 7.1 Dolby Atmos surround sound set. Check reviews to get a sense of how a headset…
Once you’ve selected one of the preset picture modes, almost all TVs let you tweak the picture’s appearance further. On some sets, if you try to change the TV settings, your picture mode will automatically change to a “custom” or “preference” mode. Whether that happens or not, your next steps remain the same. Brightness: This…
When the weather gets warmer and humidity climbs, a good dehumidifier can make your spring and summer a lot more bearable. The top dehumidifier models in our ratings are champs at removing excess moisture from a room. And in the process they can protect your home and your health by making living spaces less susceptible…