Enhance your family’s overall home entertainment experience with these beautifully designed, high-performance gadgets and appliances.
Though many families often venture outside their homes seeking new adventures, like dining in interesting restaurants or engaging in group sports, there’s also something very special about spending quality time at home. It’s worth investing in a well-curated home entertainment space that everyone can enjoy; it’s also an easy yet meaningful way to entertain guests who come over to join in the fun.
Whether your family enjoys binging the latest shows, listening to great music, or even playing video games, below are five of today’s leading gadgets and appliances that are sure to enhance your space with top-of-the-line performance and aesthetically pleasing designs to fit any modern home:
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Virtual Assistants
Virtual Assistants have gone from being the stuff of science fiction to a ubiquitous reality in this day and age. Now, anyone can purchase a smart speaker device with virtual assistant capabilities, allowing them to take control of their home entertainment systems with just a few words or gestures.
Three of the most popular choices in this category are Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple’s Siri. Alexa is Amazon’s virtual assistant, which users can access through their line of Echo smart speakers. Meanwhile, users can tap into Google Assistant through the company’s line of Nest speakers. Apple has also introduced its smart speaker, the HomePod, which looks sleek and offers all the power of its famous Siri assistant to users.
Deciding on which speaker and assistant to use will largely depend on a home’s needs, as well as users’ preferred digital ecosystem. Families that mostly use Apple services and gadgets might benefit more from the HomePod. The Nest speakers are great companions for those who want accurate answers to their burning questions thanks to Google’s comprehensive database, and ideal for families that use the company’s devices and services. Amazon’s Echo is one of the most versatile options, as it supports a wide range of smart home devices and integrations.
Smart TV
Many people already own a smart TV, as it’s a go-to in the age of streaming services. No other appliance allows its users to seamlessly connect to their favorite shows and movies the way this type of television does. If you’re searching for your next upgrade, one model stands at the very top of many “Best TVs of 2024” lists, and that’s the Samsung OLED S90C.
Its Neutral Quantum Processor lends it a brightness and vibrancy unlike any other, making images and videos pop off the screen. A 4K resolution supports 144Hz gaming through its Motion Xcelerator Turbo Pro, making it the ideal choice for families with avid gamers. Its display is PANTONE validated, ensuring that it delivers the most authentic colors possible. Meanwhile, its Object Tracking feature and Dolby Atmos speakers offer immersive audio through premium surround sound.
The TV also packs in all the smart features one could want, including various streaming services and applications. A Multi View feature allows users to multitask straight from their TV, splitting it between what’s on their phone and television simultaneously. The Samsung OLED S90C is also laser thin, which makes it a good, low-profile addition to the home.
Sound Systems
Sound systems are an integral part of the home entertainment space, especially for audiophile families that want to listen to music in its best form. Bluetooth sound and speaker systems are the norm now thanks to their easy, wireless connectivity. The aforementioned smart speakers are all good choices, as they not only offer state-of-the-art voice assistants, but also premium sound. Another great speaker is the Sonos Era 100, which comes with Amazon Alexa voice control and offers a crisp, open, and tonally balanced sound.
More serious listeners might appreciate a speaker system that offers very nuanced, high-fidelity sound. Though everyone has a preferred sound signature, the Klipsch RP-150M speaker is a great place to start. Copper Cerametallic™ woofers and a Hybrid Tractrix® Horn produce a clear, natural listening experience that’s not overly exaggerated.
Video Game Consoles
Lastly, but perhaps most important for the gamers out there, are the video game consoles. Every gaming system has its perks, and your choice of game consoles will largely depend on preference. However, the Nintendo Switch OLED model is a good all-rounder for fans of the company’s beloved titles like Animal Crossing, Pokemon, The Legend of Zelda, and of course the party favorite, Mario Kart. A large OLED screen with handheld and tabletop mode creates a portable console for everyone, but its TV support brings all the fun to a bigger screen for the whole family.
Another versatile console is Sony’s PlayStation, with the Playstation 5 being its latest, most advanced line. The Playstation 5 Slim is a nice option if users want to play new and old game discs (besides the thousands of digital games available in the Playstation store) since it supports Blu-ray discs.
You can expect the usual high-quality graphics and performance from Sony’s Playstation. The newest model features an ultra-fast SSD (solid-state drive), stunning 4K resolution, smooth and fluid frame rate, and an incredibly responsive controller packed with unique features that elevate the gaming experience.
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