Simon Cohen
Contributing Editor, A/V
Simon Cohen covers a variety of consumer technologies, but has a special interest in audio and video products, like spatial audio, whole-home music systems, wireless earbuds and headphones, 4K HDR TVs, and soundbars. He has written for Ozy.com, Mobilesyrup, Driving.ca, and VentureBeat, and appeared as a guest tech expert on international TV and radio programs, including BBC Radio, CTV News Channel, and CBC Radio. He is currently a full-time contributor to Digital Trends' Audio/Video section.
Wiim Ultra, a music streamer with a color touchscreen, teased ahead of May launch
LinkPlay is giving fans a sneak peek at the new Wiim Ultra, a network media streamer with a 3.5-inch touchscreen that it will officially launch May 9.
Nothing’s new earbuds upstage Apple, Google, and Amazon by embedding ChatGPT
By adding instant voice access to ChatGPT, Nothing's earbuds leapfrog Apple, Google, and Amazon in the AI race.
Sony’s best soundbars are reborn as the Bravia Theater Bar 8, Bar 9, and Quad
Sony has reimagined and renamed its 2024 lineup of soundbars under the new Bravia Theater brand, with the Bar 8, Bar 9, and Quad sound systems.
Sony debuts the Bravia 9, its brightest 4K TV ever, alongside new 2024 models
Sony's 2024 TVs are getting brighter and easier to remember as new models are now united under the Sony Bravia brand.
Amazon Music follows Spotify’s lead with Maestro, an AI-based playlist creator
Amazon Music is following hot on the heels of Spotify's AI playlist feature with its own version known as Maestro.
Marshall’s latest headphones get 100 hours of battery life and wireless charging
Marshall has updated its popular wireless headphones and earbuds with better battery life and new features.
Klipsch Flexus Core 200 review: pure cinematic soundbar power
Klipsch's Onkyo-powered Flexus Core 200 is a $500 powerhouse Dolby Atmos soundbar.
Samsung’s new 98-inch DU9000 4K TV is just $4,000. Can it beat TCL and Hisense?
Samsung's DU9000 goes head-to-head with value leaders TCL and Hisense as its most affordable 98-inch TV so far.
DTS:X finally gets major streaming support starting with Disney+
Dolby Atmos' spatial audio stranglehold over the streaming world is about to end as Disney+ adds support for DTS:X via IMAX Enhanced movies.
How to mirror your smartphone or tablet on your TV
Casting apps and streaming services to your TV from your phone is cool, but with screen mirroring you can share whatever you see on your device. Here's how.
Sony’s ULT Power Sound headphones and speakers go big on powerful bass
Sony has grouped its most popular headphones, Bluetooth speakers, and party speakers under a single brand: ULT.
Soundcore’s clip-style earbuds are glasses- and budget-friendly
Soundcore follows Bose's Ultra Open Earbuds with a much more affordable set of clip-style earbuds.
Klipsch’s Onkyo-powered Flexus modular home theater sound system starts at $349
The Klipsch/Onkyo Flexus Dolby Atmos soundbar system can be expanded with wireless subwoofers and surround speakers.
Spatial audio via headphones: how science crams 9 speakers and a subwoofer inside your head
If spatial audio formats like Dolby Atmos normally use a bunch of speakers arranged around your room, how can you hear it using headphones?
Sony WH-1000XM6: the design and features we want Sony’s next headphones to deliver
Sony dropped the WH-1000XM5 in 2022, which means the XM6 is probably around the corner. Here's what we think Sony needs to keep its top spot.
Let’s be honest, you probably can’t hear lossless audio
Lossless audio is one of the best things to happen to streaming music, but if you use wireless earbuds or headphones, you probably can't hear it.
The best open-ear earbuds and headphones for 2024
With the convenience of wireless earbuds, plus the ability to hear your surroundings, open-ear earbuds are the latest audio trend. These models are the best.
AirPods 4: Everything we know about Apple’s next wireless earbuds
While still officially unannounced, it's widely expected that Apple will launch its next AirPods model in 2024. Here's what we know so far.
Baseus Eli Sport 1 review: killer open-ear value
The Baseus Eli Sport 1 offer all of the benefits of open-ear listening at a very accessible price.
What is Dolby Atmos Music, and how can you listen to it at home and on the go?
Dolby Atmos Music is an immersive way to hear new tracks, as well as old favorites, but you'll need the right combo of gear to get it. Here's how it works.
Vizio’s first 86-inch 4K TV is coming soon, for $999
Ahead of the planned acquisition by Walmart, Vizio has revamped its TV lineup and revealed its biggest screen so far.
Samsung Music Frame hands-on: invisible audio done right
Samsung's Music Frame might look like a simple photo frame, but it's a real-deal wireless speaker too.
You can now watch Hulu inside the Disney+ app
Hulu on Disney+ is now official, with full integration of both services for Disney Bundle subscribers.
Cambridge Audio’s first AirPods Pro competitor has lossless audio, massive battery life
The Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 sport a huge array of new features including ANC, lossless audio, and up to 52 hours of battery life.
Next-gen wireless headphones will get lossless hi-res audio with a little help from Qualcomm
Qualcomm's latest wireless audio chips bring improved ANC and audio quality to headphones, earbuds, and speakers.
Philo: everything to know about the live TV streaming service
At just $25 per month, Philo is an affordable live TV streaming service with an impressive channel list and feature set.
The best wireless headphones for 2024 from Bose, Sony, 1More and more
Can you get great sound quality and wireless freedom in the same set of headphones? Absolutely. These are the best wireless headphones you can buy right now.
Ifi says its latest portable DAC restores the missing quality in digital audio
Ifi's latest portable headphone DAC/amp uses Japanese tech inside and out for better audio and robustness.
Plex tells users that VR apps are going away
Plex has no plans to create apps for the Quest or the Apple Vision Pro, and now its existing VR apps are losing official support.
Soundcore upgrades its Sleep earbuds for World Sleep Day
Soundcore's new sleep-oriented wireless earbuds are now less expensive and have better features.
Tidal launches Circles, a social network for musicians
Tidal says it's welcoming select artists to use Tidal Circles, a new social network built into the Tidal streaming service.
PSB M4U TWM wireless earbuds review: zero frills, stunning sound
PSB Speakers' M4U TWM explore what happens when you focus exclusively on sound quality, with spectacular results.
TCL’s bonkers China-only microLED TV is as tall as Darth Vader
TCL has started selling a massive, 163-inch microLED TV that can achieve 10,000 nits of peak brightness.
How to make video calls on a TV: 8 of the most popular ways
Tired of tiny laptop screens for video calls? How about taking your Teams and Zoom meetings on your TV? Here’s how.