You Should Still Buy Blu-Rays and DVDs, Here's Why

November 24, 2022

You probably own digital copies of movies and music. And even when you don’t, you probably use some streaming service to watch your favorite movies, shows, and listen to music. Who here doesn’t have (too many) streaming subscriptions at this point?

And we’re here to say… you should go back to buying DVDs, CDs, and maybe even vinyl. Seriously. Owning physical media is much better than streaming. Don’t believe me? Check out the top story, and we’ll make the case.

On a side note: Happy Thanksgiving to all our American readers! Although the RG (that’s what we call Review Geek around here) crew is taking the holiday off, we have plenty of content ready coming throughout the long weekend. So check back tomorrow for the latest and greatest!

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Other Highlights:

• Cory tried out a 3D-printed electric bike! It’s beautiful! It’s … flawed.
• Want to watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade but don’t have cable? We can help.
• We put together a list of great gifts for the campers in your life. You’re welcome!
• … and more!

-Josh

Streaming films and TV shows have become commonplace in today’s entertainment world. With everything you could want just a few clicks away, it seems anachronistic to buy a season of a television series on Blu-ray. But, you may be short-changing yourself with that empty entertainment center. Here’s why. Read More »

Happy Black Friday! We know you've got a lot of gadgets on your radar, so we'll make this quick. Whether you've been eyeing a robot vacuum for years (guilty🙋‍♂️) or you're looking to replace an outdated model, Roborock's running a phenomenal sale on the absolute best vacuums they've ever built. Check them out:

• Roborock S7 for $409.99 ($240 off)
• Roborock S7+ for $679.99 ($270 off)
• Roborock S7 MaxV for $639.99 ($220 off)
• Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra for $1,059.99 ($340 off)
• Roborock E5 Mop for $199.99 ($160 off)
• Visit Roborock's Amazon page for even more deals

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While the average camping checklist may include items like a tent, sleeping pad, pillow, plates and utensils, bug spray, and toiletries, among others, they often leave out other key essentials. To help you (or the camper next door) make the most of your next camping trip, we’ve curated a list of seven must-have camping essentials. Read More »

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Growatt, a leading manufacturer of solar and energy storage solutions, is offering an in-Amazon coupon of up to $500 off, plus a 15% discount on its versatile INFINITY 1500 portable power station when you use the coupon code GRTBFCM15 at checkout. Starting at just $1,244.15 ($454.85 off) with savings up to $859.85 off, this 1512Wh lightweight portable station features 12 outlets and one wireless charging pad that can rapidly charge electronics with 1500W AC or 800W solar charging input. Buy now before this sale ends.

The cold weather might force you inside, but at least you can stream your favorite movies and shows. Now’s the time to take advantage of Roku’s Black Friday sale, which could save you up to 50% on a 4K streaming stick. Read More »

It’s that time of the year again. The annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade is here with four new balloon floats, music from Mariah Carey, and much more. Before you dive into dinner this year, here’s how to watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade with or without cable and when. Read More »

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We don’t see deals on HBO Max very often, but for this Black Friday, you can score a 3-month subscription for 80% off the usual price. Until November 28th, you can get your first three months for only $1.99 per month instead of the regular $10. Read More »

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