First, let's talk about technology. If you're looking to upgrade your TV for the occasion, we've got a separate guide on how to choose a TV for the World Cup. Personally, however, when it comes to viewing parties, I prefer a projector. Xgimi Mogo 4 and Mogo 3 Pro are excellent options. They have built-in speakers, but if you want to improve the sound, you can add a Bluetooth desktop speaker like the Pebble Nova or Sonos Era 100.
To really enhance the festive atmosphere, you can add some smart lighting to the mix. Combine the Philips Hue Sync Box and Play Light Strip and the effects match what's happening on the screen, or throw in some Govee smart outdoor string lights, which can sync to sound.
Then it's time to order your refreshments. With its two generously sized drawers, the Ninja Double Stack Air Fryer is ideal for large-scale, low-effort catering. You can set it to automatically schedule cooking time for both baskets at the same time and it will automatically turn off when the food is ready. That means there's no need to look at the clock and you'll never have to rush out of the room to turn off the oven when the competition on screen is just heating up. The Woodfire Electric Pizza Oven and Slushi Cold Drink Machine from the same brand are also reliable winners when it comes to party catering.
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