Rob H.
@firstreflect.bsky.social
#AVRant Podcast #994 - Sofabaton X2 Update
We're back! Sofabaton X2 updates, but still not our full review. We both bought things! Google and Disney made up. Netflix killed Casting. Kaleidescape Mini Terra Prime.
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/i756JA27xJY
Enjoy!
We're back! Sofabaton X2 updates, but still not our full review. We both bought things! Google and Disney made up. Netflix killed Casting. Kaleidescape Mini Terra Prime.
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/i756JA27xJY
Enjoy!
AVRant Podcast #994 - Sofabaton X2 Update (Netflix Ends Google Cast, Kaleidescape Mini Terra Prime)
YouTube video by AV Rant Podcast
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December 3, 2025 at 7:09 PM
#AVRant Podcast #994 - Sofabaton X2 Update
We're back! Sofabaton X2 updates, but still not our full review. We both bought things! Google and Disney made up. Netflix killed Casting. Kaleidescape Mini Terra Prime.
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/i756JA27xJY
Enjoy!
We're back! Sofabaton X2 updates, but still not our full review. We both bought things! Google and Disney made up. Netflix killed Casting. Kaleidescape Mini Terra Prime.
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/i756JA27xJY
Enjoy!
Reposted by Rob H.
Happy Thanksgiving!
#AVRant is taking a week off.
Sorry about the lack of an episode this week. But we barely had any new questions, and it was a slow news week.
So we're gonna focus on food and shopping 😜
And don't worry, we'll be back next week!
Thanks, everyone
#AVRant is taking a week off.
Sorry about the lack of an episode this week. But we barely had any new questions, and it was a slow news week.
So we're gonna focus on food and shopping 😜
And don't worry, we'll be back next week!
Thanks, everyone
New Uncategorized: Happy Thanksgiving! https://avrant.com/happy-thanksgiving/# avtweeps
November 26, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Happy Thanksgiving!
#AVRant is taking a week off.
Sorry about the lack of an episode this week. But we barely had any new questions, and it was a slow news week.
So we're gonna focus on food and shopping 😜
And don't worry, we'll be back next week!
Thanks, everyone
#AVRant is taking a week off.
Sorry about the lack of an episode this week. But we barely had any new questions, and it was a slow news week.
So we're gonna focus on food and shopping 😜
And don't worry, we'll be back next week!
Thanks, everyone
Reposted by Rob H.
New Uncategorized: Happy Thanksgiving! https://avrant.com/happy-thanksgiving/# avtweeps
November 26, 2025 at 3:37 PM
New Uncategorized: Happy Thanksgiving! https://avrant.com/happy-thanksgiving/# avtweeps
Happy Thanksgiving!
#AVRant is taking a week off.
Sorry about the lack of an episode this week. But we barely had any new questions, and it was a slow news week.
So we're gonna focus on food and shopping 😜
And don't worry, we'll be back next week!
Thanks, everyone
#AVRant is taking a week off.
Sorry about the lack of an episode this week. But we barely had any new questions, and it was a slow news week.
So we're gonna focus on food and shopping 😜
And don't worry, we'll be back next week!
Thanks, everyone
New Uncategorized: Happy Thanksgiving! https://avrant.com/happy-thanksgiving/# avtweeps
November 26, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Happy Thanksgiving!
#AVRant is taking a week off.
Sorry about the lack of an episode this week. But we barely had any new questions, and it was a slow news week.
So we're gonna focus on food and shopping 😜
And don't worry, we'll be back next week!
Thanks, everyone
#AVRant is taking a week off.
Sorry about the lack of an episode this week. But we barely had any new questions, and it was a slow news week.
So we're gonna focus on food and shopping 😜
And don't worry, we'll be back next week!
Thanks, everyone
Reposted by Rob H.
New Podcast: AV Rant #993: Sofabaton X2 First Blush https://avrant.com/av-rant-993-sofabaton-x2-first-blush/# avtweeps
November 20, 2025 at 12:03 PM
New Podcast: AV Rant #993: Sofabaton X2 First Blush https://avrant.com/av-rant-993-sofabaton-x2-first-blush/# avtweeps
#AVRant Podcast #993 - Sofabaton X2 First Blush
Not a review. But Tom's held a Sofabaton X2 & clicked its buttons! Valve Steam Machine, Controller & Frame. Amazon blocking piracy on Fire TV.
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/IomwNRc67uw
Enjoy!
Not a review. But Tom's held a Sofabaton X2 & clicked its buttons! Valve Steam Machine, Controller & Frame. Amazon blocking piracy on Fire TV.
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/IomwNRc67uw
Enjoy!
AVRant Podcast #993 - Sofabaton X2 First Blush (Valve Steam Machine, Controller & Frame)
YouTube video by AV Rant Podcast
youtu.be
November 19, 2025 at 6:34 PM
#AVRant Podcast #993 - Sofabaton X2 First Blush
Not a review. But Tom's held a Sofabaton X2 & clicked its buttons! Valve Steam Machine, Controller & Frame. Amazon blocking piracy on Fire TV.
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/IomwNRc67uw
Enjoy!
Not a review. But Tom's held a Sofabaton X2 & clicked its buttons! Valve Steam Machine, Controller & Frame. Amazon blocking piracy on Fire TV.
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/IomwNRc67uw
Enjoy!
The reason Greek myths are so enduring and have remained popular for so long is because everything in them always works out and goes exactly to plan, and they are in no way examples of cautionary tales…
Jeff Bezos will be co-CEO of AI startup Project Prometheus
Jeff Bezos will be co-CEO of AI startup Project Prometheus
Jeff Bezos has a new job.
buff.ly
November 17, 2025 at 8:05 PM
The reason Greek myths are so enduring and have remained popular for so long is because everything in them always works out and goes exactly to plan, and they are in no way examples of cautionary tales…
#AVRant Podcast #992 - It Doesn't Have to Make Sense to Make Sense
YouTube TV and Disney have a carriage dispute while Google leaves Movies Anywhere. LEGO and Star Trek leave Rob with no choice.
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/GMCLQdwMrRs
Enjoy!
YouTube TV and Disney have a carriage dispute while Google leaves Movies Anywhere. LEGO and Star Trek leave Rob with no choice.
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/GMCLQdwMrRs
Enjoy!
AVRant Podcast #992 - It Doesn't Have to Make Sense to Make Sense (Google v. Disney, LEGO Star Trek)
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November 12, 2025 at 4:14 PM
#AVRant Podcast #992 - It Doesn't Have to Make Sense to Make Sense
YouTube TV and Disney have a carriage dispute while Google leaves Movies Anywhere. LEGO and Star Trek leave Rob with no choice.
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/GMCLQdwMrRs
Enjoy!
YouTube TV and Disney have a carriage dispute while Google leaves Movies Anywhere. LEGO and Star Trek leave Rob with no choice.
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/GMCLQdwMrRs
Enjoy!
Holy 💩!
Dr. Oz ran the numbers, and thanks to lowering prices on drugs like Ozempic, the US population is estimated to lose…
lemme just double check what he said here…
135 billion lbs in a year
🤔
Obviously some will lose more than others…but…
389 lbs for each & every American?
Seems like a lot
Dr. Oz ran the numbers, and thanks to lowering prices on drugs like Ozempic, the US population is estimated to lose…
lemme just double check what he said here…
135 billion lbs in a year
🤔
Obviously some will lose more than others…but…
389 lbs for each & every American?
Seems like a lot
November 7, 2025 at 5:37 AM
Holy 💩!
Dr. Oz ran the numbers, and thanks to lowering prices on drugs like Ozempic, the US population is estimated to lose…
lemme just double check what he said here…
135 billion lbs in a year
🤔
Obviously some will lose more than others…but…
389 lbs for each & every American?
Seems like a lot
Dr. Oz ran the numbers, and thanks to lowering prices on drugs like Ozempic, the US population is estimated to lose…
lemme just double check what he said here…
135 billion lbs in a year
🤔
Obviously some will lose more than others…but…
389 lbs for each & every American?
Seems like a lot
It’s kind of nice that it’s priced at $490 CAD when it’s $400 USD
If it were straight currency conversion rate, it would either be $348 USD/$490 CAD; or, $400 USD/$565 CAD
So that justifies another irresponsible Rob H. purchase, right?
Right??
🥺
If it were straight currency conversion rate, it would either be $348 USD/$490 CAD; or, $400 USD/$565 CAD
So that justifies another irresponsible Rob H. purchase, right?
Right??
🥺
Uh oh…
Lego’s first Star Trek set is a $400 Enterprise with Data, Picard, and Worf minifigures
November 6, 2025 at 8:07 PM
It’s kind of nice that it’s priced at $490 CAD when it’s $400 USD
If it were straight currency conversion rate, it would either be $348 USD/$490 CAD; or, $400 USD/$565 CAD
So that justifies another irresponsible Rob H. purchase, right?
Right??
🥺
If it were straight currency conversion rate, it would either be $348 USD/$490 CAD; or, $400 USD/$565 CAD
So that justifies another irresponsible Rob H. purchase, right?
Right??
🥺
Uh oh…
Lego’s first Star Trek set is a $400 Enterprise with Data, Picard, and Worf minifigures
Lego’s first Star Trek set is a $400 Enterprise with Data, Picard, and Worf minifigures
The 3,600-piece set will be available starting on November 28th, 2025, and includes nine minifigures with accessories.
buff.ly
November 6, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Uh oh…
Reposted by Rob H.
New Podcast: AV Rant #991: Bamboozled! https://avrant.com/av-rant-991-bamboozled/# avtweeps
November 6, 2025 at 12:01 PM
New Podcast: AV Rant #991: Bamboozled! https://avrant.com/av-rant-991-bamboozled/# avtweeps
#AVRant Podcast #991 - Bamboozled!
Samsung HDR10+ Advanced will rival Dolby Vision 2. GiK Amplitude Panels replace both the Alpha and Impression Series. CEDIA Reference Level white paper.
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/rGAxXcxlfUQ
Enjoy!
Samsung HDR10+ Advanced will rival Dolby Vision 2. GiK Amplitude Panels replace both the Alpha and Impression Series. CEDIA Reference Level white paper.
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/rGAxXcxlfUQ
Enjoy!
AVRant Podcast #991 - Bamboozled! (Samsung HDR10+ Advanced, GiK Acoustics Amplitude Series)
YouTube video by AV Rant Podcast
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November 5, 2025 at 4:55 PM
#AVRant Podcast #991 - Bamboozled!
Samsung HDR10+ Advanced will rival Dolby Vision 2. GiK Amplitude Panels replace both the Alpha and Impression Series. CEDIA Reference Level white paper.
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/rGAxXcxlfUQ
Enjoy!
Samsung HDR10+ Advanced will rival Dolby Vision 2. GiK Amplitude Panels replace both the Alpha and Impression Series. CEDIA Reference Level white paper.
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/rGAxXcxlfUQ
Enjoy!
Reposted by Rob H.
Post Edited: AV Rant #990: Interpreting Graphs https://avrant.com/av-rant-990-interpreting-graphs/# avtweeps
October 30, 2025 at 10:49 AM
Post Edited: AV Rant #990: Interpreting Graphs https://avrant.com/av-rant-990-interpreting-graphs/# avtweeps
#AVRant Podcast #990 - Interpreting Graphs
Warner Bros. Discovery is for sale, but most prospective buyers only want pieces of it. Tall subs, max output, lots of graphs, and more!
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/303n5Iw-rCY
Enjoy!
Warner Bros. Discovery is for sale, but most prospective buyers only want pieces of it. Tall subs, max output, lots of graphs, and more!
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/303n5Iw-rCY
Enjoy!
AVRant Podcast #990 - Interpreting Graphs (Warner Bros. Discovery is For Sale)
YouTube video by AV Rant Podcast
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October 29, 2025 at 3:37 PM
#AVRant Podcast #990 - Interpreting Graphs
Warner Bros. Discovery is for sale, but most prospective buyers only want pieces of it. Tall subs, max output, lots of graphs, and more!
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/303n5Iw-rCY
Enjoy!
Warner Bros. Discovery is for sale, but most prospective buyers only want pieces of it. Tall subs, max output, lots of graphs, and more!
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/303n5Iw-rCY
Enjoy!
#AVRant Podcast #989 - When Flat Isn't Flat Enough
Tom's new closet organizers. Rob's iOS 26 misadventures. Sofabaton X2 and R1 prices and pre-orders, plus a U3 Remote easter egg.
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/-nslwKDq44M
Enjoy!
Tom's new closet organizers. Rob's iOS 26 misadventures. Sofabaton X2 and R1 prices and pre-orders, plus a U3 Remote easter egg.
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/-nslwKDq44M
Enjoy!
AVRant Podcast #989 - When Flat Isn't Flat Enough (Sofabaton X2 and R1 Pre-orders and Prices)
YouTube video by AV Rant Podcast
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October 22, 2025 at 3:30 PM
#AVRant Podcast #989 - When Flat Isn't Flat Enough
Tom's new closet organizers. Rob's iOS 26 misadventures. Sofabaton X2 and R1 prices and pre-orders, plus a U3 Remote easter egg.
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/-nslwKDq44M
Enjoy!
Tom's new closet organizers. Rob's iOS 26 misadventures. Sofabaton X2 and R1 prices and pre-orders, plus a U3 Remote easter egg.
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/-nslwKDq44M
Enjoy!
Stop scrolling and post two characters who bring you happiness
October 21, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Stop scrolling and post two characters who bring you happiness
Quick! Put it in charge of all military and medical decisions!!!
talking to my PC is going well 🥲
(it's an ROG Xbox Ally, not the original ROG Ally)
(it's an ROG Xbox Ally, not the original ROG Ally)
October 17, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Quick! Put it in charge of all military and medical decisions!!!
Reposted by Rob H.
New Podcast: AV Rant #988: No New News https://avrant.com/av-rant-988-no-new-news/# avtweeps
October 16, 2025 at 12:23 PM
New Podcast: AV Rant #988: No New News https://avrant.com/av-rant-988-no-new-news/# avtweeps
#AVRant Podcast #988 - No New News
We're back! Dirac ART is available for Denon & Marantz. Harman's plans for Sound United. Xbox Game Pass big price hike. Apple TV drops the plus.
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/d6-61XhyK6A
Enjoy!
We're back! Dirac ART is available for Denon & Marantz. Harman's plans for Sound United. Xbox Game Pass big price hike. Apple TV drops the plus.
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/d6-61XhyK6A
Enjoy!
AVRant Podcast #988 - No New News (Dirac ART, Harman Sound United, Xbox Game Pass, Apple TV)
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October 15, 2025 at 3:27 PM
#AVRant Podcast #988 - No New News
We're back! Dirac ART is available for Denon & Marantz. Harman's plans for Sound United. Xbox Game Pass big price hike. Apple TV drops the plus.
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/d6-61XhyK6A
Enjoy!
We're back! Dirac ART is available for Denon & Marantz. Harman's plans for Sound United. Xbox Game Pass big price hike. Apple TV drops the plus.
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/d6-61XhyK6A
Enjoy!
Sorry, everyone!
#AVRant Podcast was forced to take a week off. Rob got sick (just a nasty cold). So we hate to miss an episode. But we'll be back next week to talk about what we watched, the news, and answer YOUR home theater & A/V questions! Thanks
#AVRant Podcast was forced to take a week off. Rob got sick (just a nasty cold). So we hate to miss an episode. But we'll be back next week to talk about what we watched, the news, and answer YOUR home theater & A/V questions! Thanks
October 8, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Sorry, everyone!
#AVRant Podcast was forced to take a week off. Rob got sick (just a nasty cold). So we hate to miss an episode. But we'll be back next week to talk about what we watched, the news, and answer YOUR home theater & A/V questions! Thanks
#AVRant Podcast was forced to take a week off. Rob got sick (just a nasty cold). So we hate to miss an episode. But we'll be back next week to talk about what we watched, the news, and answer YOUR home theater & A/V questions! Thanks
Well the good news is, EJAE’s first ever live performance of Golden from KPop Demon Hunters on the 6th-best late night show this Tuesday is our best and final hope for humanity as a whole 🏳️
October 5, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Well the good news is, EJAE’s first ever live performance of Golden from KPop Demon Hunters on the 6th-best late night show this Tuesday is our best and final hope for humanity as a whole 🏳️
Reposted by Rob H.
New Podcast: AV Rant #987: Well, Actually https://avrant.com/av-rant-987-well-actually/# avtweeps
October 2, 2025 at 11:00 AM
New Podcast: AV Rant #987: Well, Actually https://avrant.com/av-rant-987-well-actually/# avtweeps
#AVRant Podcast #987 - Well, Actually
Sofabaton X2 Remote delayed. Electronic Arts sells for $55 billion to go private. 100% tariff on movies made outside the USA. Tom watched 2 movies!
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/D6Ur30V3xto
Enjoy!
Sofabaton X2 Remote delayed. Electronic Arts sells for $55 billion to go private. 100% tariff on movies made outside the USA. Tom watched 2 movies!
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/D6Ur30V3xto
Enjoy!
AVRant Podcast #987 - Well, Actually (Sofabaton X2 Delayed, EA Sold, 100% Tariff on Movies)
YouTube video by AV Rant Podcast
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October 1, 2025 at 3:31 PM
#AVRant Podcast #987 - Well, Actually
Sofabaton X2 Remote delayed. Electronic Arts sells for $55 billion to go private. 100% tariff on movies made outside the USA. Tom watched 2 movies!
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/D6Ur30V3xto
Enjoy!
Sofabaton X2 Remote delayed. Electronic Arts sells for $55 billion to go private. 100% tariff on movies made outside the USA. Tom watched 2 movies!
Here's our YouTube version with timestamps:
youtu.be/D6Ur30V3xto
Enjoy!