HDMI ARC and optical are both sound solutions for your TV. HDMI ARC is a type of audio/video interface that supports uncompressed digital video signals, digital audio signals, and control data. This provides the highest quality video signal but requires an HDMI input on the TV or receiver. Optical cables transmit sound using light pulses …
Samsung has been a household name in televisions for years. They have always been at the forefront of technology, and they continue to release new and innovative products. One such product is their QLED line of televisions. But recently, they released a new product: Neo QLED. So, what’s the difference? Neo QLED is the next …
You’ve landed on this page because you need to convert your HDMI audio/video output over to a USB-type connector. You may have seen something like an HDMI to DVI adapter in the past, and thought to yourself that you could get something similar for HDMI to USB. Unfortunately, that is not the case. It’s not …
Dual monitors can significantly improve your computer’s viewing experience, but with only one HDMI port on your computer, how can you extend the display to an additional monitor? While there are several options you could look into, for many people, a splitter is the first thing they think of. When only using a single monitor, …
Have you been trying to watch Netflix from your phone or tablet on your Smart TV or projector? Most Smart TVs and projectors will allow you to cast your Netflix app from another device onto the TV to watch on the larger screen. Below are basic troubleshooting steps you can take if Netflix is not …
No, you’re not losing your mind, and your vision isn’t playing tricks with you. On the contrary, you are actually very observant. Your Samsung TV does seem lighter and darker during certain times of the day. If your Samsung TV is otherwise working fine and you see that the color is correct, but the screen …
Today’s Samsung TVs come with a plethora of streaming services and content providers to choose from. However, you may wish to watch local channels on your TV from time to time. There are several ways to watch local TV channels on a Samsung TV, whether it’s a smart TV or not. Now the question is: …
HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) is a unique HDMI port that allows audio from the TV to be sent back down the same HDMI cable to a soundbar, receiver, or other audio devices. HDMI ARC has been around since 2009, but not all TVs have this feature, so how do you know if a TV …
Samsung TVs are some of the most popular on the market. They come in a variety of sizes, have great features, and are relatively affordable. There are now some TVs with Chromecast built right into the set. Do Samsung Smart TVs have Chromecast Built-In? Samsung Smart TVs do not come with Google Chromecast Built-in. To …
You just sat down on your couch and have gotten pretty comfortable. You are ready to watch TV using your favorite streaming service, but come to find that the app you want to use isn’t loading correctly. I’ve had that problem and realize how frustrating it can be. Here are steps that are recommended by …