(March 23, 2026) On this episode of HTNR, the show tightens its focus on what matters most, the latest AV industry news. We break down major developments across the TV landscape, including Panasonic’s shift to Skyworth, Philips pushing into Dolby Vision 2 and RGB Mini-LED, and LG locking in pricing for its 2026 OLED lineup. There’s also a shakeup in streaming as Amazon moves 4K and Dolby Atmos behind a new premium tier.
Beyond TVs, we explore standout gear from Acoustic Frontiers, Meze Audio, Cleer, StormAudio, and Emotiva, before diving into a headline story that could reshape the high-end audio world, Barco’s move to acquire the parent company behind Focal and Naim. The episode wraps with fresh disc releases, Kaleidescape updates, and a look at what’s trending across streaming.
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Home Theater News Review: HTNR Season 4 - Episode 1 links and notes:
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