The joy of home entertainment transcends 4K and Blu-ray discs, encompassing a world of merch, music and even more ways to make merry. Here, we pivot away from the TV screen to treat all five senses, in celebration of our favorite stories, franchises, characters, bands, and beyond.

Whether it’s the analog splendor of a new LP, the immersive sonic bubble of state-of-the-art headphones, the cinematic freedom of a portable projector or just a mouthwatering nosh, we’ve collated some hot suggestions for the cold weather months.

The Beatles Anthology Collection 12LP Boxset (Apple Corps Ltd./Capitol/UMe) & The Beatles Anthology The 25th Anniversary Edition (Chronicle Books)

Everyone everywhere knows the Beatles’ classics in their “final” form… but how did they get there? Part history lesson, part alternate reality and 100% magic, The Beatles Anthology remains a landmark event, today plumbing deeper into the vault than ever. Whereas the first three albums served up tracks more or less in chronological order, from early Quarrymen demos to the glory days to the lads’ creative peak and subsequent dissolution, the newly arrived Anthology 4 is its own distilled retrospective of their entire career, 13 of its 36 cuts previously unreleased and 26 of them never before on vinyl.

The lot of 191 tracks—outtakes, broadcasts, live performances and more—has now been remastered by Giles Martin for this reissue. Top of my list here is yet another rendition of my favorite Fab Four tune, “I Am The Walrus (Take 19 – Strings, brass, clarinet overdub),” an intriguing counterpoint to Anthology 2, LP3, Side 6’s lean “I Am the Walrus (Take 16),” and I don’t think I’ll ever tire of the classy-as-hell “Eleanor Rigby (Take 14 – Strings only)” on LP2, Side 3. Side 24 is the capstone to this musical odyssey, dedicated to the new Jeff Lynne mixes of the mid-‘90s reunion tracks “Free As a Bird” and “Real Love,” employing the latest machine-learning tech for clearer vocals, plus 2023’s “Now and Then” included to keep the set up to date. The wax arrives protected by poly-lined sleeves inside four gorgeous tri-fold jackets.

The LP box (also available on eight CDs if you prefer) pairs well with The Beatles Anthology The 25th Anniversary Edition. This belly-banded softcover, designed to match the music collection, collects the frank, illuminating ruminations of John, Paul, George and Ringo, with further commentary from the collaborators who knew them best. A bestseller upon its initial release, the book is now likewise expanded, its 368 pages now filled with more than 1,300 photos, documents, artwork, and other memorabilia from various personal collections. Taken as a whole, it not only provides an intimate portrait but a glimpse inside the eye of the hurricane, being a part of the world’s greatest band.

ALIEN Jewelry (RockLove)

You know you’ve found The One when you gift her with the Alien X RockLove Ovomorph Locket ($125), she opens the hefty artisan brass egg pendant with antiqued silver-plated finish to find a facehugger inside (with hinged legs ready to hug some mug), and she shrieks with joy rather than terror. A subtle, wearable tribute to the singular sci-fi/horror franchise, the egg and its Xenomorph occupant arrive on an adjustable station chain with decorative elements spaced along its 20-24 inches. And let the world know “She’s with me” when you don your coordinated Nostromo Bracelet ($85) that honors the unfortunate men and women of the Weyland-Yutani spaceship USCSS Nostromo.

The Air Force Blue braided waxed cotton—to match the crew uniforms—has a sliding clasp for an adjustable fit and looks quite handsome against the 14K yellow gold-plated brass accents and focal plate. Several elements of the design have hidden meaning, right down to the edition size of 426 units (IYKYK). All pieces in the collection arrive in RockLove’s signature collector’s box featuring a custom interior and exterior with metallic silkscreened branding throughout. www.rocklove.com

Deadpool Hawt Sauce Body Collection (Every Man Jack)

Now you too can bask in the homicidal yet sensitive aroma of the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s inexplicably lovable Merc with a Mouth. Formulated from naturally derived ingredients and outdoor-inspired scents (maybe this is how it smelled when DP was digging up Logan’s corpse in the woods?), EMJ’s “Hawt Sauce” smells absolutely fab, a blend of musk, spices—think cinnamon and patchouli—with a bit of sweetness, just like Wade. This bundle’s lineup of shampoo/conditioner, hydrating body wash and aluminum-free deodorant assures you’ll be good to go from head to toe the next time you head out to unleash maximum effort… or for the necessary shower afterward. www.everymanjack.com

Capsule 3 Laser Mini Projector (Nebula)

Not much bigger than a Foster’s oil can and barely topping two pounds, Nebula’s go-anywhere projector can throw a 1080p image from 60 to 150 inches. Driven by “Laser Forge” tech, the Capsule 3 delivers 300 ANSI lumens, 1.8X brighter and double the contrast of LED, plus it covers 100% of the Rec.709 standard.

Auto-focus and auto-keystone set it up in less time than it takes to read this paragraph, while Android TV 11.0, Google Assistant with Ok Google control and Chromecast built in make for easy operation, with convenient HDMI 2.1, USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Aux Out connectivity options at the ready. Settle in for two-and-a-half hours of playtime between charges, and in support of all that versatility, Nebula also sells (separately) a custom travel case with room for accessories and an adjustable stand to make setup that much easier. www.seenebula.com

Space One Pro Over-Ear Headphone (Soundcore)

The clever FlexiCurve design of the Soundcore Space One Pro (did anyone else misread that as “Space Opera”?) reduces the overall size by 50% because it’s super-foldable, down to the size of a Homer Simpson donut. Sometimes my head starts to hurt before we even leave New Jersey airspace, so between the new S1P’s size, the comfort—slow-rebound foam earcups and an ergonomic headband to better distribute the weight—plus their aggressive four-stage noise cancellation, they’re a welcome new travel partner. Audio quality is pretty terrific, too, thanks to the high-res triple-composite diaphragm drivers.

They’re good for 40 hours with ANC on, 60 off, plus we can add a quick eight hours from just a five-minute fast-charge. Available in Obsidian Black or Cream White, Space One Pro supports Bluetooth 5.3 and Google Fast-Pair, with stereo aux and USB-C cables and a matched carrying pouch included, while the Soundcore app enables precise customization. www.soundcore.com

Movie Chocolate Gift Set (A24)

A visit to the local theater might include a stop at the concession stand for popcorn, peanuts, some candy and maybe even a root beer: What could be better? Why, covering it all in milk chocolate and having it right at our fingertips in the media room, naturally. “Fizzy Fountain Soda” combines root beer flavor with a touch of effervescent action, “Salty Peanut Crunch” goes sweet-meets-savory with whole peanuts and crunchy caramel, while “Popcorn & Candy” unites colorfully coated chocolates (the sugary equivalent of a hat on a hat) with fluffy bursts of maize. Two of each are assembled in a classy black, ribbon-gated giftbox, enough to last until… well, who are we to judge? www.shop.a24films.com

Complete Meal Bundle (HLTH Code)

From the indulgent to the nutritious, it’s all about balance, right? I spend more time than most parked in front of the TV—or at the keys afterward—and as I look back over the past twelve months and at the annum ahead, I’ll never be a fitness guru but I want to make smarter choices when I can (read: when it’s easy). Hence our appreciation for HLTH Code, a simple swap loaded with three-source protein, healthy fats and minimal sugar.

Through the end of the year, they’re doing a discounted bundle with two bags of their meal replacement powder, a shaker and a bottle of berberine, purported to have an array of benefits. By my math, a shake in the afternoon means I can have tacos when I sit down to rewatch Desperado at night, or I’m free to lose myself in a three-hour bowl of pasta for The Godfather. Like I said: balance. www.getHLTH.com

Rave 3S Karaoke Party Speaker (Soundcore)

How much fun can one speaker deliver? Clearly that depends upon the speaker, and Soundcore’s Rave 3S packs quite a punch. The 200 watts from its stacked-array 6.5-inch woofer and trio of 2.5-inch full-range drivers hit a rockin’ 108 dB, while the massive battery keeps the party going for 12 hours, with or without the synched, customizable LED light show. (You might want to switch those off for outdoor cinema use.) Everything is included in the box—okay, except the wall wart for the USB-C power adapter—and it arrives with enough charge to start singing right away, with absolutely foolproof setup and wireless connection to a phone and to the two microphones, tucked neatly into their side holsters.

Perhaps best of all, Rave 3S offers onboard, user-adjustable AI Vocal Removal, trained on 20K+ tunes to turn any song into a karaoke track, even when streaming from Spotify, TikTok and YouTube. As with most singalong gear I’ve tried, there’s reverb and a voice enhancer (THANK GOODNESS), and if you still need a little liquid courage before your first performance, no worries: This ruggedly built floorstander is splashproof. www.soundcore.com