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Plugging in a USB adapter is one of the easiest ways to add 802.11ac Wi-Fi access to a desktop PC, especially if you don't want to (or are unable to) install an internal card yourself.

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When readers choose to buy Wirecutter's independently chosen editorial picks, Wirecutter and Engadget may earn affiliate commission. This post was done in partnership with Wirecutter. This is the model to get if you have a large and expanding home theater system and you want the best handheld remote. The remote is fully backlit and more responsive, with a nicer design that makes it feel more like the remote for a professionally installed control system-but all of that comes with a big jump in price. The Elite model controls up to 15 devices and adds a customizable touchscreen for even more flexibility. Like our top pick, the Logitech Harmony Elite is a two-piece system that uses the Harmony Hub, so you get all the same advantages. However, because the Harmony 665 only works with IR-based equipment, it doesn't support smart-home devices and some streaming media players and game consoles, and it needs line of sight with your gear. If the remote fails to perform a task you expect it to (such as turning up the TV's volume), you can use the remote's Help button to resolve the problem quickly. It's capable of controlling up to 10 AV devices, it features an easy-to-read, backlit color display, and the built-in Remote Assistant function is great for troubleshooting.

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If all of your devices can be controlled by standard infrared technology (as opposed to Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) and you don't need smart-home control, the Logitech Harmony 665 is a great choice. The remote lacks backlighting, and Logitech's app-based setup can sometimes be frustrating, but this system still delivers the best combination of features, flexibility, and control that we've found for the price. The Harmony Companion integrates with Alexa, Google Assistant, and several do-it-yourself home-automation hubs and smart devices, such as lights, locks, thermostats, and motorized shades. You can also use a smartphone/tablet app to control your system. The two-piece Logitech Harmony Companion system, which consists of a hub and a handheld remote, can control up to eight AV components, and it works with IR, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth devices, which gives it more flexibility than is available with most budget remotes. While no single DIY universal remote is perfect for everyone, the Companion combines a good physical design with the flexibility to control a variety of devices. If your home entertainment system is more complex than the typical media player/TV/soundbar combo and you need a universal remote to control all your gear-including a few smart-home devices-we recommend the Logitech Harmony Companion. Read the full guide to universal remote controls.

The NS-AW294 doesn't sound as clear as our top pick, but it does have a decent amount of bass and can play pretty loud. If you want decent outdoor sound but want to spend a little less, the Yamaha NS-AW294 is ideal-as long as you don't live in a place where blustery rainstorms are common, because the ported design may allow water to get in and damage the speaker. It's also better made than most affordable outdoor speakers, with a thicker enclosure and a sturdy, powder-coated mounting bracket. Because it's a fully sealed design, there's no concern about water, dust, or bugs getting in. It has enough bass for R&B, hip-hop, and rock music, and its relatively high sensitivity lets it deliver loud volumes when paired with a small amplifier. Its clarity beats anything we've heard from other models priced under $200 per pair, and it has a full, powerful sound that can easily fill a typical suburban backyard. The OSD Audio AP650 is the best value we've found in an outdoor speaker. We think the OSD Audio AP650 is your best choice in an outdoor speaker because it is built to tolerate harsh weather and ward off invasion by dust and bugs, it mounts easily in all sorts of situations, and it can play loudly even when connected to a small, low-powered amplifier. Outdoor speakers bring the music, radio, and podcasts we most love to one of the places we most love: the backyard.

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