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I've been plugging into the wrong HDMI port on my TV for years and didn't know it was killing my picture
One cable swap can unlock features you didn’t know you were missing.
I found out I'd been listening to fake Dolby Atmos for a year — the fix was a different HDMI port
I assumed all HDMI ports were created equal, but my Dolby Atmos setup was held back by a simple connectivity mistake.
5 buried settings in your TV that are ruining your sound
Are your sound enhancement, output format, and virtualizer settings working for you, or against you?
Your Linux PC can handle HDMI 2.1 — the law is what's holding it back
When proprietary is practical.
Your soundbar sounds worse than it should because of Bluetooth
Despite Bluetooth's convenience, it may be the weak link in your soundbar setup, and making a simple change can transform your audio experience.
Your HDMI ports are locked to a worse standard unless you change this setting
Got a newer display and some fancy electronics? Turn on this setting.
I bought the wrong "HDMI to USB-C" cable three times before learning this one thing
I'm just glad that most stores have great return policies at this point.
This awesome accessory made my OLED TV so much better
This Philips Hue smart light accessory makes movie-watching oh so immersive.
This is the only type of HDMI cable that actually works over long distances
If you need to cover a long distance for your video, take a look at these types of HDMI cords.
You might be paying for 4K streaming you’re not actually getting — here’s how to check
It would be a tragedy to expend 4K money and not get 4K service. Make sure that doesn't happen to you.
5 surprising things HDMI can do that have nothing to do with a screen
HDMI cables can do more than just sending video to your TV.
The failed USB-C feature that you've probably never heard of
DisplayPort Alt Mode is ubiquitous, but HDMI Alt Mode was set to serve as an alternative. Then, it died before even getting started.
You might be using the wrong HDMI port on your TV
One simple switch could instantly upgrade your picture and sound.
Your new soundbar needs this specific HDMI cable, or you’re losing quality
The device is not the fault, it's the cable.
I finally learned why my TV needs HDMI while my PC needs DisplayPort
DisplayPort is the go-to standard for gamers, while HDMI is preferred by home theater buffs — have you ever stopped to ask why? This is the reason.
You’re using the wrong cable for your soundbar (and it’s killing the audio quality)
You can unlock your soundbar's true potential by ditching this outdated cable technology.
This tiny cylinder on HDMI cables actually serves a purpose
The tiny cylinder on HDMI cables isn’t just for looks.
I tested cheap HDMI cables, and the results surprised me
Not all HDMI cables are created equal—here's what to look for.