The best home entertainment gifts for Father’s Day

There are plenty of soundbars out there, but few offer as many features as this one. Sonos BeamIt’s a sleek box that instantly upgrades any TV to expansive, detailed sound.. but, It’s also a smart speaker that supports Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, so it can serve as an alternative to devices like the Echo. Being able to yell “Play some Sesame Street songs!” is super convenient for a new parent. Trust us.

If entertainment comes from a games console and dad just wants to kick back with a game or watch a Blu-ray disc, he’ll be happy to control it with a remote control rather than a gamepad. PS5 Media Remote It matches the look of the console and also comes with shortcut buttons for some popular apps. Plus, the battery lasts longer than the DualSense, so you can use it whenever you want. The biggest problem might be finding it in stock, but if you can get your hands on the console, I think this will be solved as well. For Xbox owners, PDP Media Remote Control It works with systems from the One to the new Series X/S, and instead of shortcut keys it includes a standard universal remote setup, so there’s almost no relearning effort involved.

Anyone with an old TV will be pleased. Roku Streaming Stick 4KIt’s a $50 dongle that has just about everything you’d want in a streaming device: it gives you access to a huge app library, offers fast performance, and can play content in 4K (and can even handle HDR and Dolby Vision on compatible TVs). Even if your TV already has the apps built in, a streaming stick will likely be faster, especially if your TV is a few years older. Roku sticks also make great travel companions; instead of logging into the service on a hotel TV, Dad can just plug it in.

Latest version Apple TV 4K The Apple TV 4K is, as expected, awesome. It’s faster than ever, much more affordable, and includes Apple’s improved Siri Remote with a responsive, clickable circular trackpad. The new version is a solid upgrade for anyone with the original 4K model, and an even bigger leap for owners of the company’s older set-top box. Of course, Apple’s TV app is available on many competing devices, but we prefer the user experience on the Apple TV 4K. If you have an iPhone-toting parent in your life, this is a must-have.

Sony’s latest noise-canceling headphones are some of the best we’ve seen yet. XM5 They’re extremely comfortable, the sound quality is great, and the noise isolation is much better than before. While they’re not great for group listening, they’re perfect for new dads who want to be totally immersed in the latest show. Fast and Furious movie.

Whether your home is already automated or not, this starter kit is Philips Hue White and Color Lights It should be a perfect fit. It comes with three bulbs that can glow in millions of colors, as well as a button for easy manual control and a Hue Bridge. The Hue Bridge supports up to 50 connected lights, which will be important if Dad wants to add to his lighting system. Dad can control the lights from anywhere with the included mobile app, set up schedules and routines, and use Alexa, Google Assistant, or Siri commands to change the lighting in his home whenever he wants. That means it’s easier than ever for Dad to create the right mood for his next movie night.

Portable projectors have come a long way in the last few years. No longer an expensive toy, they’re now a genuinely affordable way to enjoy movies on the go – and every dad would love to have one. Nebula Mars 3 Air is one of our favorite options. It delivers a bright enough image at 400 nits, supports 1080p video, HDR, and has enough battery life for two and a half hours of movie watching. Take it outside to turn your backyard into an outdoor cinema, or set it up anywhere indoors for a big-screen Bluey marathon session.

LG’s C3 OLED TV It’s not the latest model, but that’s what makes it a great Father’s Day gift. Prices have dropped significantly since last year, so you can easily find a 65-inch C3 OLED for around $1,600 now. Given all the features it has, including a stunning 4K OLED panel with vibrant colors and deep blacks, LG’s Gen6 a9 AI processor, and a fast 0.1ms response time that’s perfect for gaming, most dads wouldn’t be disappointed with the increased brightness of this display. C4 OLED ($2,500 and up). LG has also established itself as a reliable OLED TV manufacturer, so you don’t have to worry about your gift being a dud in a year or two. In the pricey and sometimes confusing world of OLED TVs, the C3 is a smart, practical choice. Even Hank Hill would approve.