From the first kickoff to the last play of the Super Bowl in February, you want to experience all things football. And with the right technology, you can catch every snap, pass and yard gained. Still, sometimes it’s not about how much football you watch, but rather the quality of the experience. If you care to watch every game through the very best immersive experience possible, here’s the tech items you’ll need as a true NFL fan.
The Full Mobile Experience
For NFL fans on the go, a reliable high-end mobile device is essential. Take, for example, the Samsung Galaxy S7 edge, with its 5.5-inch quad HD AMOLED screen, providing you a crystal clear image for watching every NFL game. It’s also water and dust resistant, so it’ll remain safe even if you get it soaked in beer or soda — or whatever you’re enjoying during the game. The S7 edge is available through T-Mobile, which gives you access to T-Mobile TV. Watch your favorite shows live or on replay. Oh, and this service also includes ESPN, a must-have for any NFL fan.
The Full Home Theater Experience
For those who enjoy watching the biggest games from the comfort of their home, know that not all TVs are created equal. As you look to upgrade your viewing experience, a 4K television is well worth the investment. Top-rated TVs for sports lovers include the LG B6 and Samsung KS8000. The LG B6 comes in two sizes: 55 and 65 inches. The TV’s OLED display reduces blur during swift camera pans, which is ideal for the lightning-quick action of today’s NFL games.
Meantime, the Samsung KS8000 is a cheaper option, but doesn’t include the OLED display, which makes viewing games at an angle a difficult proposition. In spite of this, the KS8000 is one of the best LED TVs on the market for NFL fans.
Your TV is only one ingredient for an immersive NFL gameday experience. A home theater speaker setup, like the Orb Audio Mini 5.1 speaker system, will complete the experience. Other great surround sound options include the Sonos home theater system, which is completely wireless. Or, if you’re more old-school, the Energy 5.1 Take Classic Home Theater System might be for you.
Where Tech Will Take Football
Microsoft is the NFL’s technology partner, and last year the company released a video of what an NFL game might look like in the future — at least from the comfort of your home. The HoloLens headset is an augmented reality device that can turn your living room into a stadium-rich experience. The HoloLens would allow viewers to see a holographic version of the stadium and even check and compare live stats — all holographically.
While the video released directly before Super Bowl 50 was just a concept video, the HoloLens has made major strides outside entertainment, as the technology has been used by surgeons to perform spinal surgery. While this technology is still in the development stage, look for the HoloLens and a more immersive football experience in the years to come.