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An Apple AirPlay icon hovering above an Apple HomePod speaker.

What is AirPlay 2? Apple’s wireless sharing system explained

AirPlay 2 is a great wireless tool that Apple fans will love. How do you access AirPlay 2, and what can it be used for? We answer all these questions and more.
Soundcore Motion 300,

The best Bluetooth speakers for 2024: Marshall, Soundcore, JBL, and more

Sonos Era 100, beside a turntable.

Best bookshelf speakers of 2024: from passive to powered and for every budget

Car Bluetooth

How to add Bluetooth to an older car

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How to connect Bluetooth headphones to a PS5

Two women listening to wireless headphones.

What is Auracast? The Bluetooth broadcast standard fully explained

An Auracast demonstrator points to a transmitter at a mock airport gate showing the technology at CES 2024.

My flight home from CES 2024 proved that the world needs Auracast

Side view of man wearing Sony WH-1000XM5 wireless headphones.

How to connect headphones to your TV

The Skullcandy Ounce Bluetooth portable speakers.

Skullcandy’s new Bluetooth speaker lineup boasts big battery life for $30 to $80

Sonos Era 300 Bluetooth button.

Bluetooth bandwidth set to double, opening a path for video and lossless audio

The Jabra Elite 4 true wireless earbuds.

Jabra’s $100 Elite 4 are its most affordable ANC earbuds yet

Sonos Era 100, close-up on logo.

Sonos CEO on Bluetooth epiphany: ‘you have to be humble enough to listen to customers’

The LG XBoom X7.

LG’s new XBoom XL7 and XL5 speakers offer a portable sound and light show

LG has announced two new party speakers in its XBoom lineup, the XL and XL7, each with big bass, karaoke features, and fun LED light show functions.
DOK-ING-XD-Speedometer

Can we talk about wireless audio’s missing speedometer?

Promises of hi-res, 24-bit, and lossless audio sound great, but how do you know that's what your wireless headphones or speakers are giving you?
OnePlus 5T AptX HD

What are Bluetooth codecs and do they really matter? The wireless audio tech fully explained

Bluetooth codecs can affect the sound of your wireless headphones and your ability to react quickly while gaming. Want to know more? We've got all the details.
iOS 16 and Mac Ventura on Apple devices.

Your Siri conversations may have been recorded without your permission

A developer found a serious flaw affecting the security of Apple's voice assistant Siri associated with Bluetooth-connected accessories.
thermapros tempspike hands on thermaspike wireless meat thermometer

ThermoPro’s TempSpike: A wireless thermometer for the newbie in all of us

We got a sneak peek at the ThermoPro TempSpike wireless meat thermometer. Read on to see if it impressed as much as the TP25 four-prong one for grilling.
Sony WH-1000XM4 and WH-1000XM5 seen side-by-side.

What is Bluetooth multipoint and why your next earbuds or headphones should have it

Bluetooth multipoint isn't a widely available audio feature, but it's definitely a convenient one. Here's everything you need to know about the technology.
Google Pixel Buds Pro seen in front of their charging case.

How to customize the Pixel Buds Pro touch controls

Google's Pixel Buds Pro offer a range of touch and gesture controls that can be customized through the Pixel Buds app. Here's how to change your Buds settings.
Google Pixel Buds Pro and their case.

How to factory reset your Google Pixel Buds Pro

Every now and then, you might have to reset your Google Pixel Buds Pro. Here's how to do it.
HyperX Cloud Mis Earbuds sitting on a table.

I have proof that low-latency headphones actually made me a better gamer

Audio latency is a killer for gamers, at least according to marketing. But how much of a difference does it actually make when you're in the heat of battle?
A man listens to his cell phone audio via bluetooth headphones.

Get ready for a new generation of wireless headphones: Bluetooth LE Audio is now a done deal

The latest version of Bluetooth for audio, known as Bluetooth LE Audio, has been finalized, which means we'll soon see a raft of new wireless audio products.
Man wearing a Casio G-Shock GST-B500.

The G-Steel B500 is the most comfortable G-Shock watch I’ve ever worn

The latest G-Shock GST-B500 watch is slimmer and lighter than any G-Steel before it, and that makes the Bluetooth connected watch a great purchase.
Tesla Model 3 keycard.

Bluetooth hack compromises Teslas, digital locks, and more

Security researchers have found a way to circumvent digital locks and security systems that rely on Bluetooth fobs and smartphones for authentication.
The AirPods Max and Apple TV 4K with remote on a table.

How the Apple TV and AirPods Max solved my TV headphone woes

After months of trying different Bluetooth headphones with my TV, I thought I'd never find the best solution. Turns out, I was looking in the wrong place.
Casio G Shock GA-B2100 in blue.

Casio adds Bluetooth and solar to the hugely popular GA-2100

Casio has added a tech twist to one of its most popular and affordable watches, the GA-2100. Here's everything that's new inside it.
MacBook on a desk with Control Center open.

How to use Control Center in MacOS Monterey

If you’re new to MacOS, you might be wondering, “Where is Control Center on Mac, and how do I use it?” We’ll show you what you need to know about this tool.
Bluetooth accessory connected to Mac.

How to connect Bluetooth accessories to a Mac

Did you pick up a new pair of earphones, a new speaker, or a similar Bluetooth accessory? You can connect Bluetooth on a Mac with any compatible device.
Apple Car Play in the Citroen C3

How to choose what your iPhone plays when connecting to your car

Normally your iPhone continues playing where it left off when you jump in the car, but these handy tricks let you play your favorite tunes or nothing at all.
Homepod Mini Lifestyle Shot

Guide to Thread in the smart home

Learn how Thread can improve your smart home, as well as a little about how it works.
how to connect bluetooth headphones a ps4 gold headset

How to connect Bluetooth headphones to a PS4

Cut the cord and relinquish that wired lifestyle with this quick primer on how to connect your Bluetooth headphones (or any other Bluetooth device) to a PS4.
Image of Fisher-Price Chatter Telephone.

5 dumb phone accessories that we love anyway

Some phone accessories are absurd, but maybe they tug at heartstrings or are deliciously nerdy. Whatever the case, we love them anyway.
Bluetooth connection to PC.

How to connect Bluetooth headphones to PC

It is fairly easy to connect your Bluetooth headphones to PC. Just follow these steps, and they'll be working in no time.
Casio Edifice EQB-1100 on wrist.

One crucial element stops the Casio Edifice EQB-1100 from taking on a G-Shock

The Casio Edifice EQB-1100's cool chronograph watch looks makes it a tempting alternative to a connected G-Shock, but can the Bluetooth tech compete?