Published 8th April, 2025 by Cable Chick
Published 8th April, 2025
Like it or not, Artificial Intelligence or AI, is making waves in nearly every facet of our lives, and the home entertainment landscape is no exception. From enhancing audio clarity to personalising user experiences, AI is one of the driving forces behind the new generation of smart, intuitive and immersive audio visual devices.
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Published 28th Nov, 2023 by Cable Chick
Published 28th Nov, 2023
We all love the immersive experience of watching a movie from the comfort of our couch while an array of encircling speakers' envelope us within a wall of sound that transports us from our living rooms into the middle of the action taking place on screen. But as great as that is, there are times where this kind of set up isn't ideal. Sometimes, a more private and personal experience is required.
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Published 22nd Nov, 2023 by Cable Chick
Published 22nd Nov, 2023
In the ever-evolving landscape of technology and entertainment, certain media formats have risen to prominence only to fade away with the passage of time. Either the result of being superseded by a leap forward in technology or beaten by a comparable competitor, the transition from one dominant format to another has been a long recurring theme in the history of media consumption.
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Published 28th August, 2023 by Cable Chick
Published 28th August, 2023
The relentless pursuit of the ultimate home entertainment experience has seen breathtaking evolutions in display technologies over recent years. It seems like only yesterday we were blown away by the clarity of HD video and now, just as we are considering the upgrade to 4K, a new contender has entered the ring.
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Published 16th Dec, 2019 by Cable Chick
Published 16th Dec, 2019
Take your entertainment to the next level with our handy tips on upgrading your home theatre. From small budgets to big-ticket enhancements, we've got a tip or two for you!
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Published 29th August, 2019 by Cable Chick
Published 29th August, 2019
There's more than one solution for wiring up your home theatre speakers, and we've brought them all together - with diagrams - in this handy reference guide.
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Published 16th April, 2018 by Cable Chick
Published 16th April, 2018
We've made it super-easy to choose the right gauge of speaker cable for your living room, home theatre or any other entertainment area! Read our guide and start wiring up your audio system today.
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Published 24th Jan, 2018 by Cable Chick
Published 24th Jan, 2018
HDMI may be best known for Full HD and 4K video capabilities, but today we're going to look at some of the lesser-known features which are often used as selling points, but are frequently misunderstood.
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Published 12th April, 2017 by Cable Chick
Published 12th April, 2017
Flat. Thin. Braided. Coiled. HDMI can now provide solutions to just about every cabling quandary imaginable. Come on in and meet the team!
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Published 16th Feb, 2017 by Cable Chick
Published 16th Feb, 2017
HDMI 2.0a content used to have a problem with long HDMI cables. Not any longer! Avencore has broken the bandwidth barrier to deliver 4K60 & HDR content up to 100 metres.
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Published 15th Dec, 2016 by Cable Chick
Published 15th Dec, 2016
True 4K Blu-ray is now available for your home theatre! We explore what it can do, and what you'll need to achieve it.
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Published 24th March, 2016 by Cable Chick
Published 24th March, 2016
Use your remote control in remote locations with our IR Extending HDMI Splitter!
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Published 17th Sept, 2015 by Cable Chick
Published 17th Sept, 2015
Have you ever wondered why your home theatre receiver shows volume as a negative number? Wonder no more!
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Published 3rd August, 2015 by Cable Chick
Published 3rd August, 2015
Find out what Digital Audio does in your home theatre, and discover what marketing jargon actually matters!
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Published 18th Nov, 2014 by Cable Chick
Published 18th Nov, 2014
Become acquainted with Audio Levels and learn the reason why it's never a good idea to mix RCA and Bare-Wire connections!
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Published 29th Oct, 2014 by Cable Chick
Published 29th Oct, 2014
Knowing how data moves between your home entertainment components is an important first step to troubleshooting problems and connecting new devices.
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Published 18th August, 2014 by Cable Chick
Published 18th August, 2014
Hearing is believing when it comes to home theatre speakers, but you don't have to spend a fortune to fill a room with crystal clear audio.
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Published 7th July, 2014 by Cable Chick
Published 7th July, 2014
Meet the new low-cost projectors that have just arrived at Cable Chick!
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Published 26th June, 2014 by Cable Chick
Published 26th June, 2014
Follow our quick and simple guide on how to get the best image out of your display without any special tools or costly calibration programs!
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Published 30th April, 2014 by Cable Chick
Published 30th April, 2014
With this handy guide, you'll be able to find the perfect wall mounting bracket for your TV, ensuring full compatibility while keeping all the features you need.
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Published 2nd April, 2014 by Cable Chick
Published 2nd April, 2014
High-bandwidth splitters are now available! Meet the essential tech for running multiple displays.
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Published 12th March, 2014 by Cable Chick
Published 12th March, 2014
You don't have to throw away your perfectly good analogue amplifier/receiver just to enjoy digital HD video and 3D content. Discover the best ways to bypass your old amp here!
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Published 18th Feb, 2014 by Cable Chick
Published 18th Feb, 2014
Find out how our new line of multi-purpose wall plates can save you time and money!
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Published 11th Nov, 2013 by Cable Chick
Published 11th Nov, 2013
Some cables can run twenty metres. Some top out at five. In this article, we examine the limitations on a variety of common formats, and what the pitfalls are to breaking through the length limit barrier.
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