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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 8h

Star Trek & DC are now bedfellows with the long awaited takeover of #WarnerBros by #Paramount now complete. It brings together brands such as #HBO, CNN & Discovery alongside CBS, #ParamountPlus & Nickelodeon, all under the #Skydance umbrella. www.avforums.com/news/netflix... #Streaming #FilmSky

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 15h

AVForums Hi-Fi Editor Ed Selley (@ejselley.bsky.social) extols the virtues of Marantz's #Model70 amplifier & #CD70 cd player for fans of #physicalmedia. Are they really a match made in heaven for vinyl & CD collectors? Watch the full video review here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=cfYL... #Marantz #HiFi

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

If you want #Ambilight style backlighting but don't own a #Philips TV, AVForums tech reviewer Chris Hall (@christhall.bsky.social) checks out the Philips #HuePlay screen sync solution. Click on the links for more tech, AV & Hi-Fi news & reviews: youtu.be/ZTwy5r6SnB8 & bit.ly/4rz1ClK #SmartHome #Tech

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Marantz's Model 70 amp & CD70 cd player are a duo made to play nicely together. AVForums #HiFi Editor Ed Selley (@ejselley.bsky.social) finds them refined with plenty of attack & almost impossible to provoke into harshness. Watch the full video review here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=cfYL... #Audiosky

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

When is the right time to upgrade your AV receiver? Does encountering a technical issue with your #homecinema setup mean it's time to start looking for an #AVreceiver upgrade as a long-term solution rather than troubleshooting for a cheaper fix? www.avforums.com/threads/avr-... #HomeAV #AudioSky

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Guest panellist & tech reviewer Mark Ellis (@markellisreviews.bsky.social) joins the AVForums Podcast to explain what the new Apple #AirPods5 have to offer. The full episode has more tech, AV & Hi-Fi news and reviews here: youtu.be/ZTwy5r6SnB8/ & here: bit.ly/4rz1ClK #Tech #AirPods #Apple #ANC

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

What should you consider when creating a #mediawall? This discussion considers TV size, viewing height & seating distance. Also do extra elements such as games consoles and electric fires cause heat problems? What's your experience? www.avforums.com/threads/medi... #HomeTheater #TVWall #DIY

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Styling it out! Does the #Model70 amp & #CD70 CD player combo from Marantz get the balance between retro and modern right? See what AVForums Hi-Fi editor Ed Selley (@ejselley.bsky.social) thinks. Watch the full video review here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=cfYL... #Marantz #HiFi #AudioSky

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

AVForums Hi-Fi editor Ed Selley (@ejselley.bsky.social) takes a look at the Marantz #Model70 integrated amp & #CD70 CD player: is this wilful Hi-Fi separates nostalgia or a smart, 'if it ain't broke' approach? Watch the video review here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=cfYL... #Marantz #HiFi #AudioSky

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Guest panellist & tech reviewer Chris Hall (@christhall.bsky.social) joins the AVForums Podcast to explain Lenovo's #ProjectSwan concept ThinkBook. The full episode has more tech, AV & Hi-Fi news and reviews here: youtu.be/ZTwy5r6SnB8/ & here: bit.ly/4rz1ClK #Lenovo #FutureTech #TechSky #Tech

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Should I swap my iPhone & iPad Mini for the new iPhone Duo? Tech reviewer Mark Ellis (@mellisreviews) joins the AVForums Podcast to give his insight into the new #iPhoneDuo - can it really replace both devices? Watch the full episode here: youtu.be/ZTwy5r6SnB8/ or here: bit.ly/4rz1ClK #TechSky

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Win a Denon Home 400 wireless speaker powered by HEOS (worth £449). It's the final day of our Denon Home 400 #giveaway, so enter at the link below for a chance to get hold of this elegant #wirelessspeaker. www.avforums.com/competitions... #Competition #CompetitionUK #BluetoothSpeaker

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

What Are Humanoid Robots Actually For? They run, dance and karate kick... but what should humanoid #robots actually be used for. Let us have your suggestions. Watch the full AVForums podcast here: youtu.be/ZTwy5r6SnB8/ or here: bit.ly/4rz1ClK for the latest #tech, TV & #HiFi news and reviews.

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

AVForums Hi-Fi Editor Ed Selley reveals his penchant for sweary Scottish duos as he unveils Arab Strap as one of his playlist picks on the latest AVForums Podcast. Watch the full podcast here: youtu.be/ZTwy5r6SnB8/ or here: bit.ly/4rz1ClK for the latest tech, TV and Hi-Fi news and reviews.

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Could #DLSS5 be the next big thing for #gaming? #NVIDIA's real-time renderer promises photo-realistic visuals, so could it be a genuine game-changer, or might it prove a too easy shortcut for developers? Dive into this #discussion and see what others say. www.avforums.com/threads/dlss... #TechSky

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

What is your go-to #music for testing audio kit? This #discussion gathers playlist options that members use to ensure new #HiFi hardware is hitting all the right notes. Have you any tracks you simply must hear before you splash out? www.avforums.com/threads/refr... #Audiophile #TestTracks #AudioSky

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

You've added a beefy #subwoofer to your #homecinema but the low end is still lacklustre - what's going on? This #discussion suggests potential issues likes placement, calibration & settings and how to fix them. www.avforums.com/threads/bass... #HomeTheater #Bass #SubwooferSetup #AudioSky

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

#Homecinema enthusiasts: Is a bigger screen always the best option? Most TV fans would advocate for a #bigscreen but this #discussion considers taking a slightly more restrained approach where viewing distances and external audio may also be key factors. www.avforums.com/threads/98-i... #TechSky

A very large TV is wall mounted in a spacious living area. It shows an astronaut on a strange planet. Left, centre and right speakers are placed around the TV.

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

What can I do if my internet speeds suddenly drop? This AVForums #discussion looks at troubleshooting #broadband upload rates which have fallen for no apparent reason. The thread suggests checks to pinpoint the cause and get things back up to speed. www.avforums.com/threads/very... #TechSky

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

In the glow of The Odyssey, #Troy massively abbreviates the Homer tale but lands on #4KUHD with both the Theatrical Cut & the extended Director’s Cut, James Horner’s rousing score, DTS-HD MA 5.1 audio and a collector's booklet courtesy of @ArrowFilmsVideo. www.avforums.com/reviews/troy...

Pronotional image for the 2004 movie Troy featuring a close up of Brad Pitt as Achilles and Eric Bana as Hector facing off against each other in a burnished gold finish.

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Win a copy of John Minton's Game on Special Edition #Bluray GAME is a thriller set against the backdrop of the 1993 British rave scene where a two men must use their wits to survive. For a chance to #win a copy, enter here: www.avforums.com/competitions... #Competition #Giveaway #Prize

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

What are some of the better mid-range AV processors? This chat looks at recommendations to upgrade a Marantz AV8801 with a few extra features such as room correction but ideally at a similar @£2K price. What would you suggest? www.avforums.com/threads/whic... #HomeCinema #HomeTheater #AudioSky

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Should you add a #subwoofer to your #HiFi speakers? Where does the consensus lie as to whether to add a subwoofer to a perfectly good Hi-Fi system vs. keeping the most natural sound a stereo speaker pair can deliver. Are you team 2.0 or 2.1? www.avforums.com/threads/do-i... #Audiophile #AudioSky

A low angle, promotional image of an audio set up in a living room with a subwoofer closest to the camera with a floorstanding speaker and Hi-Fi cabinet set further back.

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

What are the best mid-priced 115-inch TVs? When it comes to ultra-large TVs there aren't too many current options, this #discussion looks at what might deliver the very best big-screen action without totyally breaking the bank. www.avforums.com/threads/115-... #HomeTheater #TechSky

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

AVForums Patrons: Our latest #competition is a kinda magic. You can get hold of the #Highlander 4KUHD Collector's Edition Box Set... but remember, there can be only one... winner. Not yet a patron, sign up here patreon.com/avforums and enter below www.avforums.com/competitions... #4KUHD #Giveaway

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Win a copy of Under the Vines - Season 2 on DVD. City slickers turned vintners Daisy and Louis continue to navigate their struggling winery and complicated feelings for one another in this New Zealand set comedy drama. www.avforums.com/competitions... #Competition #Giveaway #AcornMedia

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Win Exit 8 on Blu-ray. To be in with a chance of winning this #PsychologicalHorror video game adaptation in which a man desperately searches for a way out of an endless liminal subway maze, simply enter the #competition below. www.avforums.com/competitions... #JHorror #Giveaway

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

AVForums patrons! Plunge the depths of terror by winning a 4K copy of #NeilMarshall's claustrophobic #horror classic #TheDescent. Click the link below to enter our #giveway. Not yet a patron but don't want to miss out? Sign up here first: patreon.com/avforums www.avforums.com/competitions...

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

AVForums Patrons: Put your pedal to the metal & enter this #competition to get hold of #SpeedRacer - available for the first time on #4KUHD. Simply click the link here: www.avforums.com/competitions... Not yet a patron but want to get into the race? Sign up here first: patreon.com/avforums #Prize

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

What are the pros & cons of switching from a projector to a #bigscreenTV? With prices of TVs in excess of 100 inches coming increasingly within reach, this discussion weighs up if it's now worth swapping from a #projector setup. www.avforums.com/threads/has-... #Tech #Filmsky

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Can some low-cost headphones be a match for the bigger names? This AVForums #discussion suggests the #FiiO EH11 #headphones as a high-quality, low-cost headset and sees a number of other favourites thrown into the ring at varying price points. www.avforums.com/threads/fiio... #BudgetAudio #HeadFi

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Are the days of physical videogame discs numbered? With Sony announcing the end of disc production for PlayStation, this #discussion considers if others will follow and what it means for accessing & owning #videogames in the future. www.avforums.com/threads/phys... #Gaming #PhysicalMedia

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

What can you do if your TV doesn't get the latest firmware updates? This forum #discussion suggests workaround solutions for an owner whose LG TV hasn't had an update in nearly a year, and why it might be happening. www.avforums.com/threads/lg-c... #SmartTV #Tech #Firmware

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

What's a good beginner camera? If you're developing an eye for #photography, this #discussion picks out some excellent 'starter' options, along with a few longer-term tips to consider if/when you're ready to take things to the next level. www.avforums.com/threads/begi... #CameraAdvice #PhotoSky

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

Lord & Miller's perfect balance of humour, #scifi and tension, along with #RyanGosling in a tailor made role, delivers a resoundingly heartfelt and extremely satisfying ride. Missed it at the cinema? #ProjectHailMary is now streaming on #PrimeVideo. www.avforums.com/reviews/proj... #MovieReview

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Valencia Theater Seating #Competition worth £1,850 There's just a few hours left to #win a Row of 2 Piacenza Power Headrest #homecinema seats; with power recline, USB charging & LED cup holders. Sign up to AVForums and enter below... www.avforums.com/competitions... #Giveaway #Prizes #Winner

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Could the rise of #SmartGlasses come with serious #legal issues? While there are plenty of positive uses for these AV & AI tools, this #discussion raises the potential for the misuse this tech could foster, and questions how the law might need to change. www.avforums.com/threads/smar... #TechPolicy

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Patreon #Competition #TaylorSheridan's penchent for neo-westerns is never more obvious than with superb #HellorHighWater... and a lucky Patron can #win a copy on #4KUHD. Not yet a Patron? Sign up here: patreon.com/avforums and answer the question here: www.avforums.com/competitions... #Giveaway

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Where should you start looking to find a more balanced sound system? If you're finding your audio a little bright, what are the options to correct the weak link? Change the speakers or amp, or use room correction? This #discussion looks are where to start. www.avforums.com/threads/bala... #HiFi

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

AVForums Patrons: This might make you feel better in the hot weather! Cool off with a copy of #ColdStorage on HMV exclusive #4KBluray. To get hold of this horror comedy which delivers doses of thrills, chuckles & gore, enter the #competition at the link. www.avforums.com/competitions... #Giveaway

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Valencia Theater Seating #Competition worth £1,850 #Win a Row of 2 Piacenza Power Headrest #homecinema seats; with power recline, USB-A & 18W USB-C charging, arm storage and LED cup holders. Simply sign up to AVForums and enter below... www.avforums.com/competitions... #ValenciaSeating #Giveaway

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

What is the best screen for your projector setup? If you're looking for some advice on the perfect projector screen for your #homecinema, this #discussion will provide plenty of pointers and suggestions. www.avforums.com/threads/best... #HomeTheater #AVCommunity #ProjectorScreen

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

What are the better big TV options with smaller price tags? This #discussion looks at options on some of the best value-for-money TVs above the 75-inch size, with a restricted budget making some discounted 2025 models more tempting than the latest releases. www.avforums.com/threads/best...

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

#CompetitionTime: The Epic Movies Promotion is back. To celebrate the return of the popular 'EPIC MOVIE' promotion at Amazon & HMV, we're giving away an awesome #4KUHD bundle which includes: Alien: Romulus, Tron: Legacy, Thunderbolts and more. www.avforums.com/competitions... #Giveaway #Competition

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Win a copy of #HowtoMakeaKilling on UK iTunes Digital This wickedly entertaining thriller inspired by Ealing classic Kind Hearts and Coronets sees Glen Powell deviously looking to get his hands on an inheritance. www.avforums.com/competitions... #Competition #Giveaway #Prize #itunes

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

AVForums Patrons: Win a copy of Fall on #4KUltraHD Ahead of this summer’s release of Fall 2, comes the original film in 4K - and one Patron can get hold of the vertigo-inducing experience at the link below. www.avforums.com/competitions... #Giveaway #Prize @signatureuk.bsky.social

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

#BecomingLedZeppelin explores the origins and meteoric rise of the iconic rock group against all the odds, and one lucky AVF patron can win a 4K Collector's Edition disc by entering the #competition below. www.avforums.com/competitions... #Giveaway #Prize #LedZeppelin

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

Win a copy of #HowtoMakeaKilling on UK iTunes Digital This wickedly entertaining thriller inspired by Ealing classic Kind Hearts and Coronets sees Glen Powell deviously looking to get his hands on an inheritance www.avforums.com/competitions... #Competition #Giveaway #itunes

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

Which in-wall speakers can be great for music as well as movies? With plenty of solutions for movie viewing on hand, this discussion offers up some specific criteria for a new build, leaning towards in-wall solutions that can also deliver quality #music. www.avforums.com/threads/help... #HiFiAudio

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AVForums | home of AV tech & entertainment @avforums.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

#CompetitionTime #BecomingLedZeppelin explores the origins and meteoric rise of the iconic rock group against all the odds, and one lucky AVF patron can win a 4K Collector's Edition disc by entering the #competition below. www.avforums.com/competitions... #Giveaway #Prize #LedZeppelin

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