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The New Sonos Amp
The versatile amplifier for powering
all your entertainment.
www.wifihifi.ca
| November 2018
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PACKED WITH POWER.
WITH 125 WATTS PER CHANNEL,
AMP SUPPORTS HIGH-FIDELITY SOUND FOR EVEN THE
MOST DEMANDING SPEAKERS.
UPGRADE YOUR STEREO.
CONNECT YOUR TURNTABLE
OR STEREO TO ENJOY VINYL, CDS, AND AUDIO FILES
STORED ON YOUR DEVICES IN ADDITION TO STREAMING.
CHOOSE YOUR CONTROL.
CONTROL AMP WITH THE
SONOS APP AIRPLAY, OR YOUR FAVOURITE MUSIC
,
SERVICE’S APP
.
CLEAN CONNECTIONS.
A STREAMLINED SET OF PORTS
AT THE BACK OF AMP MAKE SETUP SIMPLE AND KEEP
YOUR CORDS ORGANIZED.
PREPAID
DELIVERY
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NO HASSLE
RETURNS
CONTENTS
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ANNIVERSARY ISSUE
November 2018
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PUBLISHER’S NOTE
SHORT BITS
From smartphones to cameras, mobile gadgets, clever gizmos, and more, we look at cool new
tech for the holiday season, and beyond.
By Christine Persaud
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WIRELESS AUDIO
|
A Look at Different Wireless Speaker Protocols
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Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, mesh systems, DTS Play-Fi, Apple AirPlay – wireless protocols can get pretty
confusing. We look at the different ways to get music wirelessly throughout the home, the benefits
and drawbacks of different methods, and how and why speaker companies are using different
ones in their latest products.
By Ted Kritsonis
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CANNABIS
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Legal Cannabis: Opportunity and Confusion
It’s a controversial topic, but like it or not, recreational cannabis use is now legal in Canada.
Its spawning concern, pushback, and company warnings about use on the job, but also new
economic and retail opportunities, along with an interesting category of related “tech” gadgets.
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By Frank Lenk
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MOBILE WORLD
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The Crazy World of Mobile Device Repairs
Now that we hold on to our smartphones longer than ever, we’re more likely to have to make a
reluctant visit a repair shop at some point through a device’s life. We talk with experts to get the
scoop on how the industry works, learn what to look for in a reputable shop, and examine the
fine print in extended warranties.
By Christine Persaud
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Steps to Avoid Having to Visit a Repair Shop
Is Manufacturer/Carrier Extended Device Care Worth It?
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TALKING SHOP
The first-ever Toronto audiofest was a roaring success, and we talk with exhibitors and show
organizer Michel Plante about the highs, lows, and plans for 2019; plus more industry news
in this month’s column.
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GETTING PERSONAL
In this new feature column, we learn more about the life, personality, and inspiration behind
an influential Canadian consumer technology industry player. This month, we talk with Angie Lisi,
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www.wifihifi.ca
owner of Angie’s Audio Corner, American Sound of Canada, and soon, Audio Solutions by Design.
By Saxe Brickenden
Unobtrusive magic for the everyday
music lover that fills the room with a
full range sound experience.
SKY
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