The Best Home Tech for Entertaining

Words by Tanya Small


Step outside without a smartphone and you’ll likely discover just how much you rely on technology – and not just to help you navigate. Embedded within every aspect of our lives, our gadgets provide us with endless entertainment. Would movie nights feel as thrilling without an immersive TV? Would parties be as energetic without a booming pair of speakers? 


Visit our Fifth Floor Technology department and you’ll be amazed at our selection of one-of-a-kind devices. From products that turn your living room into an incredible home cinema to the latest gaming equipment, discover our edit of the best technology you can find in-store.   

Movie Night

The cinema is no longer the only destination for seeing your favourite films on the big screen. OLED, QLED and 4K TVs are all designed to enhance your viewing experience. And with 100-inch projectors that use the same display technologies, there’s no reason why you can’t supersize your move nights. 

Bang & Olufsen Beovision Harmony

With powerful speakers that glide apart, The Beovision Harmony really puts on a show, supported not only with an impressive 97-inch screen, but also with 8K resolution and a super-bright display powered by 33 million OLED pixels. Speak to a Bang & Olufsen expert in-store.


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XGIMI Horizon Pro

Compact in size, the 4K Horizon Pro projector can work from just about anywhere, whether you place it on a shelf in the bedroom or a sideboard in the living room. Plus, the 200-inch screen is engineered to automatically scale around objects in the room – no heavy lifting required. Find out more at Tekzone Sound & Vision on the Fifth Floor in-store.


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Samsung 98" 8K QLED Q4

This new Samsung TV offers a brilliantly intense 8K experience. Its 98-inch screen is virtually edgeless and brought to life in stunning and accurate colour detail thanks to Neo Quantum HDR 8K Pro technology. Visit the Samsung boutique in-store.


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Leica Cine 1

Looking for a stylish projector? Leica’s Cine 1 is so sleek that it will actually enhance your interior. Its 4K screen can project up to 120 inches, and thanks to its Summicron lens, it offers the same picture clarity as the brand’s world-renowned cameras. Discover Leica with an expert in-store.


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Your TV Questions Answered

OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) is a display technology that houses self-lit pixels and individually controls them. This enables two pixels to simultaneously display intensely deep blacks and brilliant whites, resulting in a greater contrast and more vivid colour.

4K is a resolution that displays 8MP images – about 8.3 million pixels. The higher the number of pixels, the higher the resolution. Although 4K is used interchangeably with Ultra High Definition, a 4K resolution offers a slightly superior image quality, because its pixel count is denser: 4096 x 2160 as opposed to 3840 x 2160.

Most OLED TVs will come with 4K resolution, but they can also come with the slightly pricier 8K resolution. Although OLED TVs are popular, there are many other display options to choose from, including the brighter QLED and LED technologies.

Party

Every great party needs a great playlist – and an even better speaker to blast it from. If you’re wondering how loud is too loud or looking for Bluetooth-capable speakers that can be used for outdoor parties, you’ve come to the right place. These are the best speakers you can invest in right now. 

Devialet Mania Portable Speaker

When the party ends up outside, simply bring Devialet’s Mania speaker with you. It’s got a splash-resistant IPX4 rating (providing essential protection from spirited, Champagne-holding guests) and it automatically connects to Bluetooth when you’re outdoors. Discover Devialet in-store and online.


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Pro-Ject Colourful Audio System

Ever considered a HiFi stereo system? This colourful option from Pro-Ject is the perfect place to start, as it comes with a lightweight turntable (for spontaneous DJing), two speaker boxes and an amplifier. Visit Tekzone Sound & Vision on the Fifth Floor in-store to find out more.


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Bang & Olufsen Beosound 2

The Beosound 2 wouldn’t look out of place in an episode of Black Mirror. Curious party guests might wonder what it is, until they realise it’s the source of your party’s 360-degree sound. Equipped with a 94 dB SPL, this small speaker is surprisingly loud. Visit Bang & Olufsen in-store.


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KEF LS60 Wireless HiFi Speakers

Looking for a slim speaker? KEF’s LS60s are only 13cm wide, so they’ll slot seamlessly into your interiors. Expect crisp and clear audio thanks to KEF’s Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT™) and two vibration-eliminating Uni-Core bass drivers. Visit Tekzone Sound & Vision on the Fifth Floor to find out more.


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Your Speaker Questions Answered

As our ears receive sound via its pressure level, the SPL (sound pressure level) of a speaker is most important. For context, a normal talking level is between 60 and 70 dB, and anything above 85 dB is considered loud.

Yes. Bluetooth is a wireless technology that allows you to exchange data between your devices when they’re within close range of each other – making it suitable for use outside.

An indoor speaker relies on the acoustics of an enclosed space to emphasise sound, while an outdoor speaker is designed to be louder than the ambient noise around it.

Gaming Parties

Headphones on, world out – sound familiar? If you and your friends are devoting hours of your time to gaming, then you deserve to get the full experience with an incredible gaming setup. 

Samsung Odyssey Ark

Wave goodbye to lagging visuals – Samsung’s Odyssey Ark monitor has a 165Hz refresh rate and a 1ms response time. Plus, its cockpit mode is designed to accommodate your every move by letting you pivot, tilt and rotate its 55-inch, 1000R curved screen. Visit the Samsung boutique in-store.


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Sony Playstation 5

Thanks to an improved cooling system on the PS5, your PlayStation will no longer sound like a plane on a runway as it powers up. With faster load times and a more responsive controller, you’ll now feel more targeted vibrations during combat. Discover Sony gaming in-store.


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Samsung Odyssey Neo G9

If you like to explore open worlds, Samsung’s 49-inch Odyssey Neo G9 is a must-have monitor. Thanks to Quantum HDR 2000, every hue in the game’s setting will appear more vivid than ever, meaning you’ll be better equipped to spot secret challenges and hidden paths. Visit the Samsung boutique in-store.


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Nintendo Switch

If versatility is a gaming priority for you, then the Nintendo Switch is a great choice. Not only is it a stylish console (you can customise it with a range of colourful Joy-Con™ controllers and straps), but it offers three modes in one: TV, tabletop and handheld. Discover Nintendo in-store.


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Your Gaming Questions Answered

The best gaming equipment is not always the most expensive. As gaming is personal, it’s best to invest in what matters most to you – whether that’s a pair of good quality speakers or headphones to enhance your experience or an ultra-wide monitor that fully immerses you.

Your computer case will be the most aesthetic choice you make. Incorporate LED lights and fans and your friends are bound to be impressed by its colourful appearance.

If you need help deciding, speak to an expert in our Fifth Floor Technology department. They’ll be able to talk you through the features and benefits of each one, so you can figure out which is best for you.

Technology Department

Our Fifth Floor hub is home to the best of the best in the world of technology, from the latest smartphones and TVs to what’s new in gaming, home fitness, audio, and imaging.

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