Barb Gonzalez

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Bluetooth Speaker Reviews
Soundcore Boom 2 Plus Bluetooth Boombox Speaker
Barb Gonzalez  |  Jul 03, 2024

Performance
Build Quality
Ergonomics
Value
PRICE: $250

AT A GLANCE

Plus
No distortion—good sound quality at high volume
Easy to carry
Up to 140-watt output—loud and clear outdoors
Auxiliary-In port
Minus
No microphone for calls or voice assistant
No dustproof rating
Can’t pair more than one phone

THE VERDICT

The Boom 2 Plus performs excellently when used as intended—as a party speaker, either outdoors or indoors.

For any party, the Soundcore Boom 2 Plus Outdoor Bass Bluetooth Speaker is an essential invite. As its name suggests, it's designed to keep the beat with deep bass powered by an impressive 140-watt output, thanks to the BassUp 2.0 bass booster. The passive radiator sides add to the party atmosphere with multi-colored lights that sync with the music.

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SmartStream
Spotify Adds Features to its Free and Paid Services
Barb Gonzalez  |  Dec 19, 2013
Spotify's new free and premium features lets you play more music on mobile devices or stream music to your AV receiver.
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SmartStream
Spotify and Hulu Offer Discounted Bundle
Barb Gonzalez  |  Apr 12, 2018
Spotify has partnered with Hulu to offer a discounted subscription bundle.
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SmartStream
Spotify Expands Services to Include Video, More
Barb Gonzalez  |  May 21, 2015
Spotify adds video, original content, and an advanced running feature that ties music to a runner's pace.
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CES 2012
Stream Movies with DLNA Premium Video Certification
Barb Gonzalez  |  Jan 16, 2012
Until now, DLNA certifications were used for personal content--movies, music, and photos--stored in media libraries in your home network.

This is a revolutionary advance because manufacturers have been searching for a way to make movie and TV studios comfortable with sharing premium content in a way that cannot be pirated. Premium Video certified products will communicate digital rights management information for each movie or TV show and allow the streaming to take place but will not allow recording. In fact, devices that can record--NAS drives, computers--will probably not be Premium Video certified.

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SmartStream
Stream Showtime Anytime on Roku--Unless You're a DISH Subscriber
Barb Gonzalez  |  Feb 21, 2014
Showtime Anytime lets you stream Showtime TV shows and movies to many devices and now includes Roku. DISH subscribers are left out. Here's a review of the CBS and DISH feuds over the years and why DISH subscribers probably won't be able to stream Showtime anytime soon.
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Streaming Device Reviews
Stream Smarter: Google TV Streamer’s Powerful Upgrade
Barb Gonzalez  |  Nov 29, 2024

Performance
Features
Ergonomics
Value
PRICE $99

AT A GLANCE
Plus
4K Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos
Spot-on content suggestions
Continue watching from the home screen on most apps
Remote control finder

Minus
Push-to-talk remote for voice commands
No dedicated Play button on the remote
Not WiFi 6 capable
The library menu is poorly designed

The Verdict
The Google TV Streamer’s faster processor provides improved sound and video quality, making it a solid performer. But what really sets this streamer apart is its excellent home screen content suggestions, personalized using AI to analyze your Google activity for the perfect recommendations.

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SmartStream
Stream These Netflix Originals for Free
Barb Gonzalez  |  Sep 09, 2020
Netflix is offering a small number of titles to stream for free without a subscription. Streaming is immediate and does not require that viewers create an account or login.
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SmartStream
Stream Video in a Hotel With D-Link’s Shareport Go Portable Router
Barb Gonzalez  |  Nov 07, 2013
Don't believe it when you read that you can't stream video to a Chromecast or other media player from a hotel's Wi-Fi. Find out how to use D-Link's Shareport Go to stream when on the road.
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SmartStream
Streaming 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics
Barb Gonzalez  |  Feb 06, 2014
Stream every 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics' ski run, hockey game, speed skating heat, ice skating performance, and every other sport to a mobile device or computer. Here's how to watch any of this year's Olympic sports live or as a complete replay.
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