Why Expensive HDMI Cables are Bunk

Monster Cable Marketing Hype

As with any electronic device I buy, I have been reviewing the latest HDTVs that are available. While doing my research I also realized that I would probably need an HDMI cable or two, considering not all HD devices include a cable. For anyone that has looked at purchasing, or purchased, an HDMI Cable, you would know that there are many different cables with an equal number of different prices.

The most interesting thing that I found out was that the price and build of the expensive cables pretty much mean absolutely nothing. All marketing hype designed to get you to spend a lot of money on a cable that won’t do much more than perform as well as a much cheaper cable.

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Stream Anything to Your HDTV With Veebeam HD

This post brought to you by VeeBeam. All opinions are 100% mine.

Have you ever thought about connecting your desktop or laptop to your HDTV so you can watch your favourite videos? Imagine being able to stream Hulu, Netflix or YouTube videos from your computer to your HDTV with only a single device? With Veebeam HD, it is easy to do so.

The world of entertainment has changed drastically in the past few years with people now using computers to access media content. With Veebeam HD you can take that content and view it on your HDTV, and you can do so through a wireless connection.

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Differences Between LCD, Plasma and LED Televisions

Differences Between LCD, Plasma and LED

Many people still use cathode ray tube, or CRT, TVs. These boxy sets take up a lot of space, cannot be viewed clearly from all angles and don’t display high-definition picture. If you and your family watch a lot of TV or play video games at home, investing in a flat-screen television is a smart choice.

Flat-screen TVs may look the same, but there are important differences in technology between different types of HDTVs. If you’re looking to buy a new television for your home or office, you might not be sure where to begin.

HDTV technology has improved dramatically in the few years since it was first introduced, and the variety of choices offered to the consumer can be overwhelming. Any of these options can be an excellent choice, but one may be a better fit for your needs than the others. Here is a brief guide to choosing the best television for your home.

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