Streaming media
Streaming media is media that is stored in one location, which is able to be played back in another location over an internet connection....
Game consoles as media centres
As well as allowing you to play games, video game consoles have evolved to also work as streaming audio and video devices, communication tools...
Home automation and security
Automated security systems are normally an integral part of a home automation system. Find out how they work, and what sorts of technologies they...
Cloud storage
An increasingly common way to store media and content, cloud storage takes advantage of fast internet speeds and large data centres to store your...
Personal Video Recorder (PVR)
PVRs, also known as 'Digital Video Recorders' (or DVRs) allow you to record what's on television and play it back when you're ready to...
Home Theatre PC (HTPC)
Streaming sticks and smart TVs might dominate today’s living rooms, but a home theatre PC (HTPC) still offers serious advantages. Whether you're a movie buff, a gamer or someone who wants full control over their entertainment setup, a dedicated HTPC can be the most flexible and powerful option—especially in a purpose-built home theatre.
Timer switches
Timers are another way that automation systems can help to ensure that your smart home activates the necessary functions at the right time of...
Motion, light and climate sensors
Sensors are an vital part of any smart home. They can be used to detect intrusions, to tell when it's getting dark, and to...
Blu-ray Disc
As the successor of DVD, Blu-Ray Discs allow for greater storage capacities, higher resolution movies and many other feature and functionalities.
What is a Blu-ray...
DVD players
Most of us know what DVDs are and what they're used for, but there's a lot more to DVDs than meets the eye. Find...