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#Bugonia has #EmmaStone's pharmaceutical CEO kidnapped by a paranoid conspiracy theorist who believes she is more than she seems and is determined to expose her. Which leads us to ask, is this #4KUHD real or an alien ploy to subvert humankind?
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Bugonia 4K Blu-ray Review
Is this 4K UHD real? Or is it just a cover for aliens to hide amongst us?
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February 10, 2026 at 1:12 PM
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#Win The Shadow's Edge on UK #iTunes Digital #TheShadowsEdge sees legend #JackieChan play a retired tracking expert who is drawn back into action to help locate a cyber-criminal gang which has disappeared with billions. www.avforums.com/competitions...

#Competition #Giveaway #Prize
An image showing two groups of professionals on opposite sides of the apex of a concrete wall in an underground setting. Each group represents either cops or criminals and they are all ready for action with weapons drawn, ready to leap out and engage the other group.
February 10, 2026 at 12:59 PM
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The Straight Story, #DavidLynch's melancholy but inspirational twilight tale, is an unlikely family friendly road trip far removed from the more usual surrealist offerings the auteur is known for and is now available on #4KUHD from #Studiocanal.
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The Straight Story 4K Blu-ray Review
David Lynch's uncharacteristically family-friendly biopic earns a surprising but welcome 4K.
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February 10, 2026 at 12:48 PM
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Arendal has announced its latest speaker lineup with the new 1610 series including four models to cater for movies as well as Hi-Fi with the inclusion of a centre channel and slimline wall mounted options. www.avforums.com/news/arendal...

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Arendal announces new 1610 speaker series
News that its latest line-up includes the Tower 8 floorstander, Bookshelf 8, wall-friendly Slim 8 and the Center 8 to cater for movies as well as music.
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February 10, 2026 at 11:44 AM
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Shorn of any Bowers & Wilkins speakers or soundbar, the Philips OLED+950 TV can let the viewer supply their own sound system while it focuses entirely on image quality and performance-enhancing features.
Is it the #OLEDTV enthusiasts should be looking at?
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Is the Philips OLED+950 Really the Best Enthusiast OLED? Head-to-Head Review
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February 9, 2026 at 3:19 PM
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Horror legend #WesCraven was rightfully famous for his genre redefining hits but his filmography has some 'quality detours' too. Has time been kind to 1982's #SwampThing? 88 Films' 4K Blu-ray is here to help you decide.
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Swamp Thing 4K Blu-ray Review
Wes Craven brings the DC comic to a very pre-MCU life and 88 Films lets us witness this in a gorgeous new 4K restoration, laden with superb extras.
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February 9, 2026 at 10:09 AM
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We take a look at the second tier of the current #Hisense Mini LED TV line-up, the U7Q Pro, to see if it hits the perfect blend of performance and value.
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Hisense U7Q Pro (65U7QTUK Pro) Mini LED TV Review
AVForums review of the Hisense U7Q Pro (65U7QTUK Pro) Mini LED TV a mid range model that sits just below the flagship U8Q
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February 9, 2026 at 10:05 AM
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Birth, #JonathanGlazer's haunting, slow burn treatise on grief, guilt and the impossible legacy of a life cut short now comes to 4K Blu-ray from @criterion.bsky.social

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Birth 4K Blu-ray Review
This haunting, slow burn treatise on grief, guilt and the impossible legacy of a life cut short now comes to 4K UHD Blu-ray from Criterion.
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February 9, 2026 at 10:01 AM
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New from @hammerfilms, a film not by Hammer but given the Hammer treatment... #CryoftheBanshee jumps on the coattails of #WitchfinderGeneral with its casting of #VincentPrice; but can either of the 2 cuts on this new #4KUHD successfully challenge it?
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Cry of the Banshee 4K Blu-ray Review
New from Hammer, a film not from Hammer, given the Hammer treatment...
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February 9, 2026 at 9:55 AM
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#SamRaimi is back and wants you to #SendHelp. Two plane crash survivors on a deserted island - a mousy reality TV show fan and her toxic boss - find their roles reversed... a notion that Raimi explores fully in this caustic but glossy comedy/thriller.
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Send Help Movie Review
Two survivors crash-landed, power games reversed: Send Help blends survival thriller, caustic comedy and Raimi sadism into a glossy genre rollercoaster.
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February 7, 2026 at 12:16 AM
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Anniversary is Polish filmmaker Jan Komasa's second English-language feature, and first US-set production and it has picked up a modicum of attention with its slow burn politiacal tension and how it affects a family.
This dystopian fable is now on Netflix. www.avforums.com/reviews/anni...

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Anniversary (Netflix) Movie Review
Netflix serves up this dystopian fable, is it worth checking out?
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February 6, 2026 at 12:11 PM
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Neat Acoustics has announced an enhanced version of its IOTA Alpha speaker with the Alpha II on show at the 2026 Bristol Hi-Fi Show and due in April. www.avforums.com/news/neat-ac...

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Neat Acoustics announces enhanced IOTA Alpha II speaker
News that Neat Acoustics has announced an enhanced version of its IOTA Alpha speaker with the Alpha II on show at the 2026 Bristol Show and due in April
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February 6, 2026 at 11:03 AM
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Win a copy of Sanctuary: A Witch's Tale - Season 1 on DVD.
Casting a supernatural spin on murder mystery tales, modern day witch Sarah Fenn's peaceful existence is shattered in the wake of a devastating tragedy. www.avforums.com/competitions...

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Cover of the Season 1 DVD boxset of Santuary: A Witch's Tale featuring a mid shot of the main character dressed in black and casting a spell.
February 6, 2026 at 10:25 AM
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Can Sony's 'entry-level' BRAVIA 5 Mini LED TV offer the image quality and processing smarts of its more advanced siblings further up the range to warrant its premium price tag? We find out. www.avforums.com/reviews/sony...
#Sony #SonyTV #MiniLED
Sony BRAVIA 5 (K55XR55BP) Mini LED TV Review
AVForums review of the Sony BRAVIA 5 K-55XR5 'entry-level' premium Mini LED TV
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February 6, 2026 at 9:56 AM
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#KevinSmith looks at religion and faith in the only way he knows how - a potty mouthed pop culture lens - and the result is one of his best films. The extravagantly cast #Dogma finally comes to 4K in the UK via Vertigo Releasing. www.avforums.com/reviews/dogm...

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Dogma 4K Blu-ray Review
Kevin Smith looks at religion and faith in the only way he knows how. And one of his best films finally comes to 4K in the UK via Vertigo Releasing
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February 5, 2026 at 12:05 PM
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Sivga's SV021 Pro over-ear wired #headphone solution looks to improve upon its predecessor with new 50mm dynamic drivers and other enhancements, but without raising the price. www.avforums.com/news/sivga-l...

#sivgaaudio #Headphones
Sivga launches SV021 Pro closed-back headphones
News that its latest over-ear wired headphone solution looks to improve upon its predecessor with new 50mm dynamic drivers but at the same low price.
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February 5, 2026 at 11:21 AM
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Here's our complete walkthrough for the #bestsettings out of the box for one of our favourite TVs of 2025 - the LG G5 #OLED. So if you want to make sure yours is performing optimally, follow our steps in this 'How To' video. www.youtube.com/watch?v=VLob...

#VideoTutorial #LGTV #LGOLED
LG G5 OLED Best Picture SETTINGS | Complete Walkthrough
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February 4, 2026 at 4:14 PM
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Finally hitting Disney+ some years after it was shot, the dodgily titled #WonderMan may just turn out to be the surprise gem we've been waiting for in #MarvelTV's endless salvo of shows based around lesser known characters. www.avforums.com/reviews/wond...

#DisneyPlus #Marvel #TVShow
Wonder Man (Disney+) TV Show Review
Wait, could a Marvel show called "Wonder Man" actually be good?
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February 4, 2026 at 10:14 AM
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JBL's most robust family of #Bluetoothspeakers has a great reputation for ruggedness but, when you've finished throwing it in the pool, does the Charge 6 actually deliver on the audio front? www.avforums.com/reviews/jbl-...

#JBL #WirelessSpeaker
JBL Charge 6 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker Review
AVForums review of the JBL Charge 6 Wireless Bluetooth speaker which aims to mix portable ruggedness with audio refinement
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February 4, 2026 at 10:01 AM
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On show at #ISE2026 and designed for ultra-short-throw projectors in brighter environments, @AWOL_Vision's new 150 inch Fresnel PET Daylight ALR Screen should be ready to unfurl in the spring for a true lights-on viewing experience. www.avforums.com/news/awol-vi...

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AWOL Vision set to launch 150-inch ALR screen
News that the larger Fresnel PET Daylight ALR Screen is designed to reject overhead and ambient lighting to deliver a true lights-on viewing experience.
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February 3, 2026 at 5:40 PM
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#ISE2026 sees @jblsynthesis unveil a handful of new products with the SDP-70 & SDP-60 AV processors, plus SDR-40 AV receiver, all due for launch in the summer and joined by various new in-wall, on-wall, and in-room speakers and a 1000W powered #subwoofer.

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JBL Synthesis announces three new AV processors and SCL custom speakers
News that the new 24 and 16-channel processors/receivers are due to launch in the summer, along with various new in-wall, on-wall, and in-room speakers.
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February 3, 2026 at 4:00 PM
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Arcam has announced an expansion of its Radia range into more home AV territory with the company set to introduce three AV amplifiers, two power amps and a processor, along with a new #homecinema friendly speaker collection. www.avforums.com/news/arcam-e...

#Arcam #ISE2026 #Hometheatre
Arcam expands its Radia range with all-new AV models and speaker series
News that the company is set to introduce three AV amps, two power amps and processor, along with a new home-cinema friendly loudspeaker collection.
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February 3, 2026 at 1:59 PM
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The Playmate 3 DAC/Headphone amp from US manufacturer Burson Audio has its work cut out in a competitive sector. Just as well then that the sheer quality of its performance will win many people over.
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Burson Playmate 3 | Desktop DAC That Punches Above Its Weight
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February 2, 2026 at 5:41 PM
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The Playmate 3 DAC/Headphone amp from US manufacturer Burson Audio has its work cut out in a competitive sector. Just as well then that the sheer quality of its performance will win many people over.
Ed takes a closer look in this video. www.youtube.com/watch?v=SuH4...
#HiFiReview
Burson Playmate 3 | Desktop DAC That Punches Above Its Weight
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February 2, 2026 at 5:41 PM
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Cut off at the knees by real life events and now available on UK digital to buy or rent, #MagazineDreams touches on troubling themes, and features a once-in-a-lifetime performance from Jonathan Majors. It's a grim, circling-the-drain watch. www.avforums.com/reviews/maga...

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Magazine Dreams (2025) Movie Review
A powerhouse, once-in-a-lifetime, performance from Jonathan Majors doesn't make this any easier a circling-the-drain watch.
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February 2, 2026 at 1:17 PM