Super Bowl viewers are cobbling together a collection of home devices to bring SuperBowl LVI vividly into their homes. They are also working to make sure these devices are connected so the sound and visuals are high quality.
Using the newest smart TVs and the best smart speakers and surround-sound systems, fans aim to access the game with advanced technology. They’re getting some support along the way.
This year, Pepsi plans to jazz up the experience with its Pepsi Super Bowl LVI Halftime mobile app. They will deliver a potpourri of exclusive content, contests, and augmented reality segments to hype the event. Behind-the-scenes trailers will tell the story of how performers Dr. Dre, Eminem, Snoop Dogg, Mary J. Blige, and Kendrick Lamar prepare for the show. Music drops and plenty of surprises will show up when the app officially launches.
Last year, augmented reality (AR) filters let Snapchat users experience Super Bowl weekend in exciting ways. During the game, Snapchat experienced more than 200 million interactions with sponsored AR lenses. Brands like Cheetos and Indeed offered virtual extensions of television commercial campaigns that aired during the broadcast. Look for more promotions during Super Bowl LVI.
Best TVs for Watching the Super Bowl
TV manufacturers and their retailers put on a ton of sales before the Super Bowl. Fans often upgrade to get the best viewing experience. Digitatrends warns that a great deal won’t be so wonderful if it means a lackluster picture. They recommend these TVs for excellent viewing:
Good: Vizio 70-inch M6 Class
Better: TCL 75-inch 6 Series
Best: Samsung 75-inch 6 Series
Perfect: Sony 100-inch Class Bravia XR X92
Pairing Your Components
For the best game experience with home technology, pairing several devices may be the best solution. “Some fans believe they have to stick to one device or OEM, but they don’t have to,” Nathalie Campo Lopez, director of connected home product marketing and sales enablement at Pocket Geek Home, told Design News. “A perfect example in my home is a Samsung soundbar paired with a Vizio TV. They connect to my table which is a different brand. It’s not hard to make it happen. Users can try to pair the devices themselves, but it can be tricky. Some call our tech support, which can help them with the paring.”
As the Super Bowl nears, many fans add new equipment. “In the days before the Super Bowl, people are shopping for TVs and other home technology. Retailers offer discounts around this time of year. They push their size, quality, benefits,” said Campo Lopez. “I make sure I have good sound. You may need a soundbar for that. Super Bowl fans will be testing their equipment beforehand. We help the fans get there faster.”
How to Watch the Super Bowl
The 2022 Super Bowl is being televised on NBC, so you can watch it by logging into your cable TV provider account on NBCSports.com or the NBC Sports app. If you don’t have cable, you can watch the Super Bowl via live TV streaming services that offer NBC. They include DirecTV Stream, FuboTV, Hulu with Live TV, Peacock, Sling TV, and YouTube TV.
Here are some alternatives for viewing the Super Bowl LVI on a variety of devices: