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Home entertainment networks

We'll take you through everything you need to know to get set up in style.

Trying to connect all your gadgets together into one complete home entertainment system sounds like a tech fail just waiting to happen. But with our trusty guides, reviews and tests, it doesn't need to be difficult. We'll have you up, running, and streaming music, movies and TV seamlessly from the one central device in no time. Try it and see – you might be pleasantly surprised by the results (and you'll get DIY bragging rights).

Meet the home entertainment networks team

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The home entertainment networks team

When it comes to the latest in home entertainment systems and devices, our experts and testers know their stuff. In fact, they like nothing more than following the progress of new developments, except perhaps sharing their knowledge and helping you make sense of it all.