When Roku pushed its latest OS update to TCL Roku TVs, it enabled frame interpolation to make moving objects look sharper. But it also causes the dreaded "soap-opera effect," which video purists and filmmakers hate. Worst of all, there seems to be no way to turn it off.

Host: Scott Wilkinson

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Club TWiT member Rebecca DuPree just got a new Sony OLED TV and wants to up her audio game with an external sound system. She wonders if a Sony soundbar or Apple Home Pods would be better. Scott Wilkinson has some definite thoughts on this.

Host: Scott Wilkinson

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A.J. is a movie industry professional who built a new house in Los Angeles. Of course, he installed a home theater in the big bonus room with high-end equipment and a super comfy "pit couch" that's perfect for cuddling with his partner.

Host: Scott Wilkinson

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After hearing about Sony's 2024 TV lineup, Dan is confused about TV brightness and color, especially as it relates to different display technologies. Scott Wilkinson sheds some light on this tricky issue.

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Ray Davis got rid of his AVR and speakers, but now he's having trouble understanding dialogue from his TV's internal speakers. Scott Wilkinson recommends a soundbar that is designed specifically to address this problem.

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The Society for Information Display hosts an annual conference called Display Week to showcase the bleeding edge of display technology. This year's gathering focused on electroluminescent quantum dots, which is The Next Big Thing. This is a super-geeky episode, so strap on your propeller hats!

Host: Scott Wilkinson

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Shelby Brannin is obsessed with bass, tactile transducers, and motion actuators, which move the seat in response to low-frequency audio signals. This turns every action movie into a thrill ride. Hang onto your popcorn!

Host: Scott Wilkinson

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Listener TR's cousin lives in rural Ohio with no cable or Internet and needs a new TV. He wants to know if "dumb" TVs are still available. Scott Wilkinson offers some alternatives.

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