You’re asking what is LDR? It stands for Light Dependent Resistor or Photoresistor, which is a passive electronic component, basically a resistor which has a resistance that varies depending of the ...

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Over the past few years, spatial audio has become a big deal for most major headphone manufacturers, quickly evolving into a staple feature in the arsenal of many premium wireless earbuds and ...

Dolby Atmos is essentially the "name brand" spatial audio format. It's a way to more convincingly create surround sound in the cinema and at home. How it works, and how well it works, will vary ...

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Optical audio cables, also known as TOSLINK cables, are essential for transmitting audio signals between devices in your home cinema setup. They are particularly useful for connecting older sound ...

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If you want to connect your new TV to a soundbar or receiver, the easiest way to do it is with an HDMI cable. Nearly all modern TVs and audio gear have an HDMI feature called Audio Return Channel. ARC ...