Smartphone-controlled products like LED lightbulbs and door locks are helping us control our homes with the click of a button.

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The new TV Sound On feature allows users to instantly activate the system's 1, 330-watt sound while muting the internal TV speaker with a single click of the remote control.

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The review notes that all of the media player and internet controls are the same as the aforementioned device (Cover Flow, lists, zooming, etc.), though the touch allows you to "double-click" the button on the front of the device to bring up a music control-panel, no matter what application you're in.

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The hinge itself is comprised of three pieces: one on either side of the tablet, and one tucked underneath the stand. (Yes, these are custom-made, too.) Of these, two control the feel of the kickstand, while the other enables that smooth clicking sound -- a pert "click" assuring users that yes, they're using the stand correctly and no, they haven't broken it.

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