AVPlus 1/2018

Description

Quick test: iFcane/AIEK E1

How does a mini phone that fits in a wallet work?

Gadgets

The wildest outfits and headbands, please!

Quick experiment: USB led TV background lights

Two competitors to Philips Ambilight in the experiment.

Headphones: RHA MA750Wireless

RHA's first wireless Bluetooth headphones hit the mark.

Switch: Pro-Ject Tuner Box S

The popularity of the radio does not fade. In this test, a simple and small radio provides all the basic needs.

Smartwatch: Huawei Watch 2

Huawei's new watch is an ideal tool for monitoring sports activities.

Experiment: KEF Egg & REL T-Zero

Small speakers and a small subwoofer can sometimes surprise you.

Guide: Stealing steel from cell phone photos part 2

In the second part of the mobile camera series, the focus is on the power of the gaze.

Mobile: Apple iPhone X

Apple's new flagship is a luxury product where the new and the old meet.

Comparison: Alternative steel hair clippers

What kind of driving pleasure do the most common beard trimmers on the market offer? That and much more about beard grooming.

Comparison: Affordable micro speaker systems

The small size is no longer an obstacle to enabling large playback, at least not in comparison with affordable micro-stereo systems with versatile features.

Experiment: Yamaha MCR-N870

In terms of sound quality, the compact stereo system is a couple of decibels better with top-notch finishing.

Introduction: Male pond in Hyvinkää

We got the chance to take a peek at a real five-star resort. What does a man cave look like?

Comparison: Recording services vs. a digital box

Want to save your favorite shows for later viewing? There are many ways!

Speaker system: Polk Audio TL1700

A usable speaker package can be obtained at a quite comparable price.

Introduction: Smart lights

Our environment is becoming increasingly intelligent. How is this development reflected in lighting?

Light fixture: IKEA Trådfri

The latest generation of smart light bulbs from IKEA is a low-threshold alternative to smart lighting.

Speakers: Sonus Faber Homage Tradition Serafino

In terms of sound quality, an amazing high-end pair of speakers from Italy.

Software: Reason 10

Ten good reasons to start making music on the computer.

Column: Guitar, the sky and apps

Our columnist Jiri Koivuniemi explains why smart devices are used for more than just listening to music.

Guide: Mobile apps in music

Can a studio fit in your pocket? Basically, and much more!

Sound records

An overview of the latest and upcoming audio recordings.

Movies

Snips from the silver screen of the New Year.

Applications

Benefit from and make the most of the applications in the complexity of life.

Comparison: Genelec G Two & Neumann KH 80 DSP

Monitor speakers can be found not only in professional studios but also in living rooms. What happens when you put a Finnish and a German active speaker side by side?