This SofaBaton X1S review is based on weeks of testing in my home, including comparisons with the older X1 and discontinued Harmony remotes. Universal Remotes Are My Jam etween here and my remote control blog, I’ve reviewed over 50 universal remotes. This includes everything from Logitech’s Harmony Elite to obscure off-brand models like the now discontinued Caavo Control Center and …
Samsung Frame vs Hisense Canvas: Best Art TV? (2026)
In this blog post, I compare Samsung Frame vs Hisense Canvas to see which smart art TV deserves to adorn your living room wall. My Quest for the Perfect Frame TV hen my aging 55-inch Samsung Smart TV started getting glitchy and sluggish, I decided it was time to upgrade to a Frame TV. As an early adopter of the …
Sonos Beam vs Bose Smart: Best Alexa Soundbar? (2026)
In this post, I’ll share my hands-on experience with the latest Sonos Beam vs Bose Smart Soundbar, two of the top contenders for your home theater upgrade. Both have Alexa built in. Battle of the Alexa Soundbars ‘ve tested the Sonos Beam in my bedroom and the Bose Smart Soundbar in my living room, and I appreciate them both for …
Fire TV Cube 3rd Gen vs 2nd Gen: What’s New in 2026
In this post, I review Amazon’s two most popular streaming cubes: the Fire TV Cube 3rd Gen vs 2nd Gen. I will take a deep dive into each device to uncover the key similarities and differences of each. This Cube is On Fire f you aren’t familiar with Amazon Fire TV Cube, it is essentially a marriage between Amazon’s Fire TV …
Function101 vs Siri: Best Remote for Apple TV? (2026)
I tested Function101 vs Siri—in this article, I’ll break down which remote is actually better for Apple TV. My Experience Testing Both Remotes s someone who loves Apple TV but finds the Siri remote frustrating to use, I started looking for a better alternative. The Function101 Button Remote caught my eye as a simpler, more traditional option with physical buttons. …
5 Best Soundbars with Alexa Built-in [2026]
In this article, I review the best soundbars with Alexa built in that I personally bought and tested. They are: Only the Best Soundbars with Alexa ince I got my hands on one of the best soundbars with Alexa, my binge-watching marathons of my favorite Marvel and Star Wars shows have gotten even cooler. Top-notch audio quality combined with the …
Fire TV Stick vs Cube vs Recast: 2026 Differences
This article explores key differences between Amazon’s popular Fire TV Stick vs Cube vs Recast streaming devices. Editor’s Note: Fire TV Recast was Amazon’s over-the-air DVR for recording and watching live TV. It’s been discontinued, though support continues through 2026. Fire TV is Hot & Getting Hotter ccording to Neilson, 80% of U.S. households have broadband internet, and the popularity …
How To Fix Fire TV Cube Black Screen [2026 Update]
In the article, I help you figure out why you are getting a Fire TV Cube Black Screen. The black screen can appear intermittently for a few seconds every so often during programming or sometimes it will cause the program to become frozen altogether. ?️Editor’s Note: While many of the fixes I pose here will likely also work for Amazon …