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Yes, you nailed that anticipated response many of us undoubtedly were expecting. Paul's laments and views a

Strange not to have seen an echo soundbar that would have easily configured with their newly announced omni TV

The MacArthur reference is so apt for illustrating your point. Just a little note of caution, though, for it

This little exchange goes a long way in explaining why in today’s video you said if only 1m$ came your way n

Nice explanation of your emotions, values and experiences but you know you are still going to need an apology

Perhaps, Paul, you can consider house swapping within the US--out west to the Rockies as an example? Might

Nice "bottle" collection there to enjoy the Sonos system! ;)

While it is true major players have left the premium smart speaker market Sonos is not the only player left st

While it is good they are providing the Bluetooth transition option don't forget when Microsoft first adv

1) as I know you are aware, but worth saying, the continental US offers so many interesting experiences in ci

Well, your wife was right, you do wear shorts even in the snow! ;)

Nauseous at the odor of broccoli but fine with eating pig colon. An interesting and brave palate I must sa

Consciousness and the Brain: Deciphering How the Brain Codes Our Thoughts Dehaene, Stanislas So right, o

On the issue of visual improvements form Series One X to Series X: I wonder if the TV you are using (Paul) ma

Note also that the Blu-ray player in the Series X does not support Dolby Vision, though it is supported in gam

In reply to ericpalms200:I have read one article that the DVD player in the Series X does not support Dolby Vi

I am one that helps rationalize the Xbox purchase because of the included 4k bluray player (still best format

One of the pluses for the Xbox option was the inclusion of a ultra 4k DVD player (for those of us who still pr

It’s true of course, our wishes and speculations are often bigger than reality and we live in the modern co

Oh Paul, we do age don’t we ;).

Maybe I missed it in the text but the new regular echo is of interest as it got a sound upgrade, new shape and

Perhaps yes, not an actor nor singer, but your "sighs" and laments on modern life and aging are quite enterta

I thought the max for both those consoles was at 120 fps, did I get that wrong?

I'm with Paul, your efforts are outstanding and embarrassing in comparison! ;)

Interesting read. I would just add that not only is Sonos on the expensive side but I found the option from

I have found the level of "smartness" on music services to be valuable. For example, from both Spotify and P

In reply to Vladimir:I believe the unit can be placed on its side—wouldn’t that solve your issue?

Perhaps it is not an issue to you but does Sonos support Dolby Atmos and other "3d" sound options? I find t

In reply to jcalamita:Ditto on Playfi, do give it a hard look, Paul, and good luck.

For a number of reasons that might not apply to Paul's situation I have been fulfilling home needs for di

Thanks for the opportunity

Note, Paul, that if you pair two studios ( or one for that matter) to the fire cube or stick you can only do s

In reply to remc86007:The 3d effect, as it is called on the Echo Studios, can be selected out so that left an

I had a sound bar in one system and a full receiver, 7.1.2 setup in another. I was using a Samsung sound bar

Fine comment thinking of your son. Recall myself, way back, sharing Command & Conquer strategy games wit

Any info on camera options on the Duo?

I would like to win a Huawei MateBook 13

This is such a difficult issue, though I don't see the basis of your conclusion from the NYT quote that t

Just a friendly suggestion from the last reader's question. You (Paul) might consider, if you do use App

In reply to wright_is: Fair points but the response was from Paul's statement that there is no evidence.

PaulFor a non xenophobic presentation of the concerned view on Huawei you should take a look at Daniel Cooper&

In reply to wunderbar: Also non-compression like one often gets streaming along with HDR/ultra 4k support pro

To get a balanced view on Huawei you should include in your assessment Danial Cooper's recent Engadget ar

Well that was extraordinary, warmed me on what was a cold challenging day. It always seems to be compassion t

I find myself agreeing with most of the positions taken by the first four responses so won't repeat their

Perhaps, Paul, they want to sell more of their own speakers and want to encourage vendors using Google support

Your efforts are much appreciated by the vast majority I assure you. (Though I do recognize how impactful a

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In reply to paul-thurrott: are they comparable paul? not likely I would think if one is focusing on voice cont

In reply to Igor Engelen: Also, to your side note--I have found the combo of the new Echo+ as stereo pairs wi

Well, Paul. A very clear and thorough explanation for the purchase decision. However, is it possible this e

Perhaps we are few but those of us who prefer movies at their best on ultra 4k HDR, dolby atmos discs the incl

Admire your courage to "go public," panic attacks are not easy to admit in our culture (male/macho culture tha

Is that Mary Jo's gong I hear in the background? :)

Perhaps you, as well, are the "sweetest, most well intentioned soul on Earth" but I think you would find your

Good to see you have come out of the grieving process with some positive insight to the future of computing fo

I, too, have had a history of getting burned purchasing Microsoft based hardware (Zune, band, RT, etc.) and w

Does anyone know if the rear cameras have optical image stabilization? Doesn't say so on the webpage so

Do the rear cameras have optical image stabilization?