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From college lab to $73B market: Startup powers next wave of drones

BALTIMORE — They deliver packages, inspect power lines, patrol remote areas, find missing people and increasingly are deployed on the battlefield.

Drones, including those used by consumers, businesses and the military, accounted for a $73 billion global industry last year, some estimates show, with the market likely to more than double by ...Read more

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Preview: ‘Denshattack!’ turns train riding into a Tony Hawk-style adventure

On long trips, the landscape outside becomes a playground for the imagination. Mountains look like slumbering dinosaurs. The distance between street lights take on a rhythm. Game developer David Jaumandreau saw the potential for a whimsical video game.

He said when he goes on the train and looks out the window, he thinks about doing ...Read more

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Sound Advice: Brew up fun with espresso machine

Beginner-friendly, affordable espresso machine: I decided to try a home espresso machine after using my aunt's $999.95 Breville Barista Touch when I visited her in Texas several months ago. It was impressive, but almost $1,000 was too much for something I might not end up using very often. The Breville Bambino is the industry standard for entry-...Read more

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Sound Advice: Dashcam at a discount and call screening app

Q. Most dashcams are pretty obtrusive on the windshield. I thought about adapting my GoPro camera, but am not sure if that is practical. Any ideas?

—L.N., Seattle

A. A GoPro camera can indeed be mounted in a car, and there are suction cup mounts for this purpose. The SJCAM SJ4000 action camera I recommended in the past even included such a ...Read more

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Sound Advice: Open-back headphones with luxurious comfort come at a price

Q. I love the sound of my open-back Grado headphones, but in my old age (55) I am over the constantly twisted cables and overall discomfort. I am not interested in Sennheisers as they sound completely muted to me. Do you have any suggestions for great-sounding headphones that are more luxurious in comfort and overall experience than my Grados, ...Read more

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Sound Advice: Enjoy luxurious relaxation with home theater seating

Luxurious, comfortable and affordable home entertainment chair: Last week I referenced a trade show encounter that resulted in a product review. History is repeating itself as I just returned from a trade show that led to something that needs reporting immediately. I also love a product with a good story behind it, and this is definitely a good ...Read more

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Sound Advice: Blu-ray players for 4K discs (and more)

Q. I'm in the market for a mid-priced 4K Blu-ray player, do you have any recommendations? I just got the new Criterion Collection "Sorcerer" and a few others in 4K.

—A.G., Chicago

A. I commend you for supporting 4K Blu-ray and physical media. If you love movies and television, the only way to be 100% certain you will be able to watch your ...Read more

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Sound Advice: A bargain-priced streaming device

Q. I have a Nebula Cosmos Max 4K projector that is several years old. It does not support Netflix unless you install some extra software, which I find cumbersome to use. I thought about upgrading to one of the other projectors you have written about, but some of them don't have built-in Netflix either. What do you recommend for around $1,000? ...Read more

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Sound Advice: Get blown away by electric air duster

Extremely versatile, super-powerful mini blower/duster: When I first saw the Wolfbox MF50 Electric Air Duster on Amazon I thought it would be useful for removing dust from turntable styluses, but it turns out it can do so much more. The product listing showed it sells over 20,000 units per month with a 4.6/5 rating, and a product video showed ...Read more

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Sound Advice: New projector provides cinema-quality picture

Q. A few weeks ago you mentioned you had a review of a cost-no-object projector on the way. I am shopping for a projector and am curious about what it might be. Have you finished your review yet, how much does it cost and how does it stack up against the $1,000 4K smart projectors you have recommended in the past?

—R.L., Raleigh, North ...Read more

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Sound Advice: A water flosser that's a blast and TCL TV deals

Portable air pump water flosser: Proper flossing can lead to a better experience at the dentist's office and lower dental care expenses overall, and I recently tried a revolutionary water flosser that uses unique technology to deliver a complete, comfortable clean in a tiny package. The size and ease of use means you are more likely to use it ...Read more

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Sound Advice: Speaker solutions for low-profile TVs

Q. I have an LG C1 65-inch OLED television and have been very happy with it. I have used an older Bose 321 system for movies and am ready to upgrade to a sound system that is controlled by the TV's remote. I'm looking for a soundbar, but am limited by the very low profile of the set. I appreciate any suggestions you may have.

—G.P., ...Read more