Latest articles by John R. Quain
This HD Antenna Has a Clever Feature Cord Cutters Will Love
The Antop AT-100B is a typical flat antenna with an amplifier that, in our tests, showed it can help capture otherwise marginal stations.
Too Many Kids Are Still Dying in Hot Cars, and This Tech Can Help
From smarter apps and car seats to more self-aware vehicles, there's a growing number of solutions to help ensure that the unthinkable doesn't happen.
Antop AT-100 Indoor Paper Thin TV Antenna Review: A Typical Flat Antenna
There are several similar TV antennas on the market, including models from Mohu (the Leaf Metro), AmazonBasics (the Ultra Thin Antenna) and Antennas Direct (the ClearStream Flex). Most offer comparable performance, and a few even offer better prices.
I Test-Drove Electra Meccanica's Wonderfully Weird Three-Wheeled Solo
The all-electric Solo three-wheeler deserves praise for innovation and offering commuters a fun way to mitigate the daily grind of getting to work.
Antennas Direct ClearStream Eclipse Wireless TV Antenna Review: Cord-Cutting for Everyone
The ClearStream Eclipse Wireless antenna package offers unique features for those who like to consume their video on a mobile device, or for cord-cutters with TVs that lack a tuner.
Mohu Chroma TV Antenna Review: Unfulfilled Promise
The Mohu Chroma is an able-enough flat, amplified indoor antenna. We just expected it to deliver more, given its larger-than-average size.
2018 TCL 6-Series TVs: What You Need to Know
TCL is rebranding its successful P6-Series this spring, which has been a favorite among price-conscious buyers with high-end features and 4K resolution.
Antop Paper Thin AT-140 Indoor TV Antenna Review: Portability for Less
The Antop Paper Thin AT-140 is a tiny, portable indoor TV antenna that's inexpensive and powerful enough to keep travelers entertained with the occasional broadcast.
Channel Master SmarTenna+ HD TV Antenna Review: Advanced Tech, Mixed Results
The indoor Channel Master SmarTenna+ offers sophisticated technology aimed at improving TV reception in challenging environments. Unfortunately, in our tests, the antenna didn't produce sufficient benefits to justify its higher-than-average price.
ViewTV 25 Mile Mini Flat HD TV Antenna Review: Diminutive Performance
Yes, the ViewTV AR-603B-A is inexpensive and compact, but it's also one of the poorer indoor HD TV antennas we've tested.
Every ‘As Seen on TV’ Antenna We Tested Is Bad (or Overpriced)
We took three aggressively advertised antennas and put them to the test to see which one (if any) is worth the money.
AmazonBasics Ultra Thin Antenna Review (35 Mile): Good for the Low Price
This HD antenna costs just $19.
1byone Super Thin Model OUS00-0189 Review: Modest Performer for Modest Price
A budget-priced indoor antenna, this 1byone model demonstrates uninspiring reception skills.
Raven Connected Car System Review: Making Older Cars Smart
The most comprehensive device for connecting older cars (post-2008), the Raven includes everything from a dashcam to a remote security and monitoring system — for a price.
What Is HLG HDR?
You've probably heard of HDR, but are you familiar with HLG? Here's what you need to know about the latest addition to the HDR standard and what it means for broadcast TV.
What Is Dolby Vision? (And How to Get It)
Curious about what Dolby Vision is and what it does? Wondering how Dolby Vision differs from other HDR formats, or just want to know where to get shows and movies that are Dolby Vision compatible? Get the scoop on the leading version of HDR.
ClearStream View Wall-Frame HDTV Antenna Review: Nearly Picture Perfect
By building the antenna into a large picture frame, Antenna Direct's ClearStream View is a unique solution to the visually challenging problem of how to hide an indoor antenna.
Inside Byton's Electric SUV Concept: Meet the Car of Tomorrow
The Byton electric concept SUV combines a 49-inch dash display with a wealth of sensors, facial recognition and gesture control to make one heck of a ride.
ClearStream Flex Amplified Indoor HDTV Antenna Review: Amped-Up Reception
An amplified indoor antenna that turned in admirable results in our tests, the ClearStream Flex is definitely a contender for those who need an extra boost to pull in stations.
Mohu Leaf Glide HDTV Antenna Review: Flat Design, Flat Performance
A large, flat TV antenna with a respected pedigree, the Mohu Leaf Glide failed to perform as expected. There are better Mohu models to be had, such as the nonamplified ReLeaf and the amplified Curve.
2018 Cadillac CT6 Review: A True Autonomous Car Hits the Highway
Thanks to Super Cruise technology, the self-driving Cadillac CT6 boasts the most accurate system yet for taking your hands off the wheel.
Insignia Roku TV 4K Ultra HD 55-Inch (NS-55DR620NA18) Review: Inexpensive 4K TV
As a 55-inch 4K TV for under $500, the Insignia Roku TV is a big-screened bargain. You’ll miss out on the picture quality, HDR support and premium sound of more expensive models, but it offers the best performance and features for the price.
4 Reasons You Should Buy a 4K TV
Thanks to falling prices and other factors, shoppers don’t have to sit on the ultra-HD sidelines anymore.
