Super Bowl How-To Special: Set Up Your HDTV, Plan a Party, Throw a Football
With the big game only a couple of days away, we know all you procrastinators need extra help getting ready. Follow these suggestions from the Wired How-To Wiki and the Gadget Lab crew to make sure your Super Sunday doesn’t suck. If you’re struggling to get your HDTV set up, need some advice on online betting or if you want some pointers on how to throw a perfect pass for that drunken, post-game scrimmage, we’ve got you covered.
How To: Plan The Ultimate Geek Super Bowl Party
Even if you’re only watching for the ads, you’ll still find yourself in front of a television come Sunday. But if you’re going the extra yard by planning your own party, use our guide to make sure your party hits pay dirt by prepping with the latest tech.
How To: Set Up Your HDTV
Got an HDTV? Great, now it’s time to make sure you’ve got the right cables, the correct seating position and the proper light levels for optimal viewing. Oh yeah, and did you make sure you can actually get the game in HD? Put down the manuals and click on our guide.
How To: Throw a Perfectly Spiraling Touchdown Pass
After the big event, it’s time for a little improptu game of your own. Be a hero and get that magical, arching Hail Mary pass to your receiver every single time. Our guide will teach you how to master the pigskin with both form and finesse.
Gallery: Best Super Bowl Party Gadgets
Even if the game is a letdown, you can still grill your Super Sausages with style. Consult our gadget round-up for the best ways to cook your meat, chill your Margaritas and clean your collection of Star Wars shot glasses.
Beer photo by defekto via Flickr
