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Top 7 Smart TV Issues and Solutions
technology4 months ago

Top 7 Smart TV Issues and Solutions

The article outlines common smart TV problems such as internet connectivity issues, display and aspect ratio problems, lagging, color and vertical line issues, audio delays, and no display, providing simple troubleshooting solutions like resetting network settings, adjusting aspect ratio, clearing cache, replugging cables, changing audio formats, and power cycling to resolve these issues.

iPhone Users May Get Up to $349 from Apple Settlement
technology1 year ago

iPhone Users May Get Up to $349 from Apple Settlement

Apple has reached a $35 million settlement with iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus users over alleged audio issues related to the "audio IC chip." Affected users in the U.S. who reported the issue to Apple between September 2016 and January 2023 may be eligible for payments ranging from $50 to $349. The deadline to apply for the settlement is June 3, with final court approval pending on July 18.

"Apple Settles with iPhone 7 Users Over 'Loop Disease' Audio Issues"
technology2 years ago

"Apple Settles with iPhone 7 Users Over 'Loop Disease' Audio Issues"

Apple has agreed to pay $35 million to settle a class action lawsuit in the U.S. over audio issues affecting iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus, known as "Loop Disease." Eligible U.S. residents who owned these devices between September 16, 2016 and January 3, 2023, and experienced covered audio issues, may receive payments of up to $349 if they paid for repairs, or up to $125 otherwise. The settlement requires court approval and Apple denies any wrongdoing. The alleged defect caused the audio chip to lose contact with the logic board due to the devices' external casing, and affected customers had to pay for repairs after Apple ended free repairs in 2018.

Sonos Arc Soundbars Still Plagued by Unresolved "Pop of Death" Issue
technology2 years ago

Sonos Arc Soundbars Still Plagued by Unresolved "Pop of Death" Issue

Sonos has been unable to fix a recurring issue with its Arc soundbars, which produce a loud popping noise resembling a gunshot and then lose audio until power-cycled. Users have been complaining about this problem for over two years, with numerous threads on Sonos' community forum and discussions on Reddit. Sonos has acknowledged the issue and stated that it occurs when the Arc is connected to certain combinations of streaming devices and TVs while playing Dolby Atmos content. The company is actively working to find the root cause and develop a solution, but there is no clear timeframe for a fix. In the meantime, Sonos has advised users to disable Dolby Atmos or use Dolby Digital 5.1 instead.

Sonos Struggles to Resolve $900 Soundbar's Persistent Pop Problem
technology2 years ago

Sonos Struggles to Resolve $900 Soundbar's Persistent Pop Problem

Sonos Arc soundbar owners have been experiencing loud audio pops when using Dolby Atmos content for nearly three years without a fix. The issue is particularly prevalent with Xbox Series X and Apple TV 4K users. Sonos has provided workarounds such as disabling CEC or Dolby Atmos, but these solutions are not satisfactory. The company is struggling to reproduce the issue and is working with third-party manufacturers to find a solution. Customers are advised to avoid purchasing the Sonos Arc soundbar until the issue is resolved.