Jun 18 Podcast #1004: Netflixland and is your TV's Sharpness too high?
Are you ready for Netflixland? We discuss how Netflix is opening up an e-commerce site. We also take a look at the best Roku TVs in 2021 and why you should not set your TV’s sharpness very high. As usual we read your emails and discuss the week’s news.
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Today's Show:
News:
- YouTube for Android TV hits 100M milestone
- What Apple’s HomeKit strategy means for the smart home
- Spatial Audio: iOS 15 will bring head tracking sound to non-Dolby Atmos content
Other:
Netflix Shop??
Netflix opened an e-commerce site on Thursday where you can buy things like caps, necklaces, hoodies, and, yes, underwear—much of it branded with popular Netflix movies and TV series. The move is part of a larger push for the company to compete with Disney’s streaming business, which is propped up by revenue from its merchandising and theme parks. Shop at Netflix
The Best Roku TVs in 2021 (Tom’s Guide)
The best Roku TVs combine great smart TV features with value prices, but not all Roku TVs are created equal. Full article here...
Why you should never increase the sharpness on your TV
Let's say you're adjusting your TV settings and you think it wouldn't hurt to get a sharper and better image. You should know that increasing the sharpness is, in fact, counterintuitive. On most TVs, maxing out the sharpness will actually add something called "edge enhancement," which can diminish the fine resolution in the image you're looking at. Full article here...
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