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YouTube TV on Roku.

YouTube TV takes the No. 1 streaming spot with 5 million subscribers

YouTube TV takes the No. 1 streaming spot with 5 million subscribers

YouTube TV is now the leading provider of live, streamed television in the United States.
C Seed N1 folding 4K MicroLED TV.

This stunning, folding 4K TV now costs 50% less, but you still can’t afford it

This stunning, folding 4K TV now costs 50% less, but you still can’t afford it

C Seed makes 4K TVs that magically fold up and disappear when not in use and you can now buy one for $190,000, instead of $400,000.
The Nokia 5710 XpressAudio phone with its earbuds in the back.

This crazy Nokia phone has a pair of true wireless earbuds inside

This crazy Nokia phone has a pair of true wireless earbuds inside

True wireless earbuds all have to live in a case, so why not make that case, a phone? That seems to be the thinking behind Nokia's crazy new 5710 XpressAudio.
Sony XG300 speaker held by by hand.

Sony expands its X-Series with 3 new go-anywhere speakers

Sony expands its X-Series with 3 new go-anywhere speakers

These new Bluetooth speakers from Sony are waterproof, dust-proof, and fully portable so you can take your tunes anywhere.
Netflix app icon on Apple TV.

Netflix adds spatial audio to select movies and shows for all subscribers

Netflix adds spatial audio to select movies and shows for all subscribers

Netflix says it has added the ability for anyone with stereo speakers to enjoy spatial audio on select shows and movies, regardless of their subscription tier.
Asus ROG Cetra earbuds with case and optional cable.

Both gamers and audiophiles will want Asus’ latest dual-mode earbuds

Both gamers and audiophiles will want Asus’ latest dual-mode earbuds

You get the choice of wired or wireless with Asus's new Cetra earbuds, and both modes have strong audio features that will appeal to gamers and audiophiles.
Samsung HW-Q990B soundbar seen under a TV.

Samsung releases its 2022 soundbars including an 11.1.4-channel flagship with wireless Dolby Atmos

Samsung releases its 2022 soundbars including an 11.1.4-channel flagship with wireless Dolby Atmos

Samsung has released its full – and massive – line-up of soundbars for 2022, including features like wireless Dolby Atmos.
Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2 close-up.

Bowers & Wilkins’ upcoming Px8 are so secret, we can only reveal the price

Bowers & Wilkins’ upcoming Px8 are so secret, we can only reveal the price

Bowers & Wilkins threw us a curveball during the announcement of its new Px7 S2 flagship headphones: The even-better Px8 are just around the corner.
The Siri Remote in someone's hand.

New Siri remote for Apple TV could be easier to find with an embedded AirTag

New Siri remote for Apple TV could be easier to find with an embedded AirTag

A reference to "SiriRemote4" found in a beta of iOS 16 leads us to wonder what features might warrant using an iPhone with an Apple TV remote.
LG S95QR soundbar seen in front of a TV.

LG’s 2022 soundbars start at $400, pump out hi-res audio and 3D sound

LG’s 2022 soundbars start at $400, pump out hi-res audio and 3D sound

LGs 2022 soundbars are now official: six models with prices ranging from $400 to $1,800 are now available.
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YouTube TV now available in 5.1 surround sound on Amazon Fire TV devices

YouTube TV now available in 5.1 surround sound on Amazon Fire TV devices

No longer left out of the party, some of Amazon's most popular Fire TV devices now support YouTube TV in 5.1 surround sound.
Netflix app icon on Apple TV.

Netflix is definitely adding a cheaper, ad-supported tier and the suspense is killing us

Netflix is definitely adding a cheaper, ad-supported tier and the suspense is killing us

Netflix's co-CEO has confirmed that the streaming giant will launch an ad-supported tier at a cheaper price than any other plan the company currently offers.
TikTok TV app seen on a Vizio TV.

You can finally watch TikTok videos on Vizio smart TVs. Here’s how to do it

You can finally watch TikTok videos on Vizio smart TVs. Here’s how to do it

The TikTok TV app is now available on all Vizio TVs after a seven-month wait following the app's initial launch on other smart TV platforms.
Example product image from Resonado Labs.

New tech could mean pint-sized Klipsch speakers with massive sound

New tech could mean pint-sized Klipsch speakers with massive sound

Klipsch has partnered with a tiny audio company called Resonado Labs to create tiny speakers that are still big on sound.
A man is wearing a black pair of V-MODA S-80 headphones around his neck.

V-Moda’s pricey new S-80 puts a Bluetooth speaker into your headphones

V-Moda’s pricey new S-80 puts a Bluetooth speaker into your headphones

V-Moda new headphone-and-speaker combo is a unique take from a high-end audio brand.
The Star Wars evo C2 OLED TV is sitting in front of a stylized foggy backdrop with Darth Vader and Star Wars branding on the screen.

How to buy LG’s Star Wars ultra-limited-edition C2 OLED TV (and how much it costs)

How to buy LG’s Star Wars ultra-limited-edition C2 OLED TV (and how much it costs)

The limited-edition Star Wars C2 TV from LG will only be available to the first 501 people that order it.
Walmart commerce on Roku.

Roku teams up with Walmart to let you shop from your TV

Roku teams up with Walmart to let you shop from your TV

You'll soon be able to order from Walmart from any Roku device, thanks to a new e-commerce initiative from the companies.
FuboTV icon on Apple TV.

FuboTV launches its not-quite-integrated sports betting this weekend

FuboTV launches its not-quite-integrated sports betting this weekend

Select Fubo TV subscribers in certain locations will be able to pick winners of sporting events — in the hopes that you'll place a bet.
Teaser photo of the Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless Headphones.

Sennheiser’s Momentum 4 Wireless headphones teaser looks a lot like Sony’s WH-1000XM5

Sennheiser’s Momentum 4 Wireless headphones teaser looks a lot like Sony’s WH-1000XM5

Sennheiser's as-yet unreleased Momentum 4 Wireless Headphones were teased by the company, which offered just a single close-up image of the new cans.
An Atlanta United MLS game at Mercedes Benze Stadium in Atlanta.

Apple will stream all MLS games for a decade, starting in 2023

Apple will stream all MLS games for a decade, starting in 2023

Every MLS game will stream in the Apple TV app across all platforms, starting with the 2023 season.
Sony WM1AM2 Signature Series Walkman being held in a hand.

Sony updates its Signature Series hi-res Walkman with new features, higher prices

Sony updates its Signature Series hi-res Walkman with new features, higher prices

Sony has updated its two Signature Series hi-res audio Walkman models, the NW-WMZM2 and NW-WM1AM2 with better battery life and larger screens.
Ikea Obegransad desk close-up.

Ikea wants to help you create a home music studio using a chair, a desk, and … a record player

Ikea wants to help you create a home music studio using a chair, a desk, and … a record player

Ikea's new Obegränsad collection is three products supposedly aimed at home music creation -- a chair, a desk, and a turntable.
Marshall III speakers are sitting on an entertainment console.

Marshall’s third-generation home speakers go eco-friendly with a wider soundstage

Marshall’s third-generation home speakers go eco-friendly with a wider soundstage

The Marshall Acton III, Stanmore III, and Woburn III are speakers with eco-friendly materials and solid sound.
A tv shows the new Xbox Game Pass that comes to Samsung Gaming Hub soon.

No Xbox? No problem. Game Pass is coming to Samsung smart TVs this summer

No Xbox? No problem. Game Pass is coming to Samsung smart TVs this summer

All Samsung smart TVs will include the Xbox app starting this summer, letting players stream Game Pass titles via the cloud without a console.
The red KEF LSX ii is sitting on a mantle next to some books and an audio device.

KEF’s second-generation LSX II connects to all your audio

KEF’s second-generation LSX II connects to all your audio

KEF's latest LSX II speakers are just as slick as the previous generation, now with better connectivity and hi-res audio support.
Disney+ app on the iPad Air 5.

Disney+ goes live in 16 markets in the Middle East and North Africa

Disney+ goes live in 16 markets in the Middle East and North Africa

Disney+ is expanding its global footprint even more as it goes live in 16 new countries in the Middle East and North Africa.
Man wearing Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones.

Auracast looks to radically change how you use Bluetooth

Auracast looks to radically change how you use Bluetooth

With Auracast, your Bluetooth headphones are going to be a lot more useful, and your phone can act as a personal radio station. Here's what you need to know.
YouTube TV on Roku.

YouTube TV adds 5.1 surround sound on Roku, Android TV, Google TV

YouTube TV adds 5.1 surround sound on Roku, Android TV, Google TV

Roku, Google TV, and Android TV now have the capability for 5.1 surround sound via YouTube TV. Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV and others are still waiting.
HDMI Cable

Addition of Cable Power to HDMI simplifies longer cable runs

Addition of Cable Power to HDMI simplifies longer cable runs

The HDMI 2.1a specification has been updated with Cable Power, a feature that enables much longer cable lengths, without the need for an external power supply.
Person listening to spatial audio using Apple AirPods Max headphones.

Apple will use the iPhone’s camera to personalize spatial audio

Apple will use the iPhone’s camera to personalize spatial audio

Apple says it will let iPhone users get more out of spatial audio by using the on-board cameras to personalize their audio experience.
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Sonos’ Sub Mini goes from rumor to the FCC

Sonos’ Sub Mini goes from rumor to the FCC

The rumored Sonos Sub Mini has made an appearance in FCC documents. Here's what these filings tell us about the unannounced speaker.
The Klipsch Jubilee speaker seen in black ash.

Klipsch’s Jubilee speakers are literal towers of power, with a price to match

Klipsch’s Jubilee speakers are literal towers of power, with a price to match

The Klipsch Jubilee are massive, fully horn-loaded speakers that are driven by two independent amplifiers for a total of 1,600 watts of peak power.
Man wearing Sennheiser TV Clear earbuds.

Sennheiser’s latest earbuds do double duty as private TV headphones

Sennheiser’s latest earbuds do double duty as private TV headphones

The Sennheiser TV Clear wireless earbuds will connect to your TV over a lag-free connection, while also letting you use them via Bluetooth with a phone or PC.
Limited edition Star Wars LG C2 OLED Evo TV.

Only 501 Star Wars fans will get to own this limited-edition LG OLED TV

Only 501 Star Wars fans will get to own this limited-edition LG OLED TV

LG is creating a very limited run of Star Wars-themed, C2 OLED Evo TVs, featuring movie imagery and lightsaber-inspired remote.