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LG StanbyMe Go 27-inch touchscreen suitcase TV set up in the tailgate of a car.

Toss LG’s StanbyMe Go 27-inch suitcase TV in your car for $1,000

LG's new StanbyMe Go is a 27-inch suitcase TV that can go anywhere and has a touchscreen that can be used for games, music, and movies.
The revamped House of Marley Stir It Up Lux turntable with its zoetrope slip mat.

House of Marley goes Lux with its revamped Stir it Up turntable

House of Marley's popular sustainably made turntable has gotten a revamp. The Stir It Up Lux Bluetooth turntable has a new look and some upgraded parts.
The Disney World castle as seen in the Disney+ streaming app.

Disney already knows if you’re sharing your streaming account

Disney says it's going to put a stop to the sharing of streaming accounts in 2024 — and it already knows who's doing it.
Tidal app for iOS on an iPhone 14 showing now playing screen with Max quality track.

Tidal’s awkward FLAC integration is going about as well as expected

Tidal's hi-res FLAC tracks are now accessible to all HiFi Plus subscribers, but it's still a hot mess.
The Apple Music Discovery Station on an iPhone.

No, Apple Music’s new Discovery Station won’t kill Spotify

Apple Music's new Discovery Station may well be fine, but it absolutely will not drive Spotify out of business.
Disney Plus on Roku.

Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+ get new pricing schemes this fall

Disney is adding even more pricing options for Disney Plus, Hulu and ESPN+, and is expanding its with-advertising options to Canada and Europe.
McIntosh MC3500 MKII monoblock tube amplifier.

McIntosh revives the amplifier that powered Woodstock

McIntosh created the amp that powered the Woodstock music fest 54 years ago, and now you can buy a modern-day version -- for $15,000.
Astell&Kern UW100 MK II wireless earbuds held in hand.

Astell&Kern refreshes its UW100 wireless earbuds

A&K's premium UW100 wireless earbuds are getting a minor refresh known as the UW100 MK II – with small improvements to battery life, sound, and calling.
Wiim Pro Plus network music streamer with Bluetooth voice remote.

Wiim Pro Plus streamer targets audiophiles with upgraded DAC

The Wiim Pro Plus offers a variety of internal upgrades, plus a Bluetooth voice remote for audiophiles looking to add streaming music to their existing gear.
The LG 97-inch Signature OLED M3 4K TV and Zero Connect box.

LG’s new M-Series Wireless OLED TVs start at $5,000

LG has announced the suggested pricing for its new M3 OLED TVs with wireless technology, with orders expected to open late August 2023
Sony HT-A7000 Dolby Atmos soundbar close-up of top panel.

Sony’s premium soundbars will finally get support for VRR, ALLM

The one thing Sony's 2022 soundbars lacked was support for HDMI 2.1 variable refresh rate and auto low-latency mode. This fall, that gets fixed.
The LG 97-inch Signature OLED M3 4K TV and Zero Connect box.

LG’s giant, wireless OLED TV gets a giant price

If you want to hang LG's 97-inch wireless TV on your wall, here's how much it will cost and when you can get one.
Sony WF-1000XM5 in silver.

Updating our Sony WF-1000XM5 review

Sony surprised us by sending prototype WF-1000XM5 earbuds for review — and not telling us at first. Here's what happened, and an update to our review.
A closeup view of an owl displayed on a Hisense U8K TV.

Hisense kicks off its U8K mini-LED TV availability with deep discounts

Hisense has just released its flagship 2023 U8K mini-LED TV and has thrown in some big discounts to mark the occasion.
Sony A95L 4L QD-OLED TV.

Sony’s 2023 A95L QD-OLED TV up for preorder in August starting at $2,800

Sony finally releases the pricing and availability of its flagship QD-OLED TV for 2023.
A Lionel Messi promo for MLS Season Pass on Apple TV.

Yep, Messi has made MLS Season Pass even more popular

MLS Season Pass on Apple TV saw its three most-viewed matches between July 19 and July 26 — which happens to coincide with Lionel Messi joining the league.
NFL Sunday Ticket info for YouTube TV as seen on a phone.

Verizon is giving away NFL Sunday Ticket for free

Verizon is giving away free subscriptions to NFL Sunday Ticket for the 2023-24 season as the games make the switch to YouTube and YouTube TV.
Close-up of earcup on Sony WH-1000XM5 wireless headphones.

Sony updates WH-1000XM5 with head-tracked spatial audio and better multipoint

Sony's flagship noise-canceling headphones get new features for spatial audio and Bluetooth Multipoint.
The Fluance RT81+ Elite turntable with a white speaker on a table.

Fluance’s new RT81+ flagship turntable is $300 worth of versatility

Canadian audio makers Fluance has launched a new flagship turntable, the affordable and upgradeable RT81+ Elite.
Spotify on an iPhone.

Spotify CEO says a HiFi option ‘has value,’ but only for ‘aficionados’

Spotify CEO David Ek threw another splash of cold water on any sort of HiFi plan, despite the company saying one was coming some two years ago.
Hisense U6K mini-LED TV.

Hisense’s mini-LED U6K TV arrives, starting at $500

Hisense has released the most affordable mini-LED TV you can buy – the 2023 U6K, which comes in 55-, 65-, and 75-inch sizes starting at $500.
Denon AVR-S770H AV receiver in black.

Denon’s small-room 8K AV receivers start at $549

Denon's newest AVRs offer 8K resolution and enough power for small- and mid-sized rooms, at prices that won't break the bank.
The My Netflix section of the Netflix app on an iPhone.

New My Netflix tab looks to make streaming on the go a bit easier

Netflix has updated its mobile apps with a new My Netflix section that's aimed at making finding something to watch that much easier when you're on the go.
Nakamichi Dragon Surround System Review

Nakamichi increases the price of its Dragon 11.4.6 soundbar

Nakamichi's Dragon soundbar packs monster audio quality and its monster price is about to become even scarier.
Spotify Premium on an iPhone.

As expected, Spotify Premium is now more expensive

Most of Spotify's Premium plans are getting more expensive — the first price increase implemented by the company.
Spotify Premium on an iPhone.

Spotify set to finally announce a price increase, WSJ reports

The Wall Street Journal reports that Spotify Premium is set to increase by $1 as the company still seeks profitability.
YouTube Premium on iPhone.

YouTube Premium and YouTube Music are now more expensive, too

Get ready to pay a little more for an individual subscription to YouTube Premium or YouTube Music.
Tidal app for iOS on an iPhone 14 showing now playing screen with Max quality track.

Tidal’s new hi-res FLAC option couldn’t be more annoying

Adding hi-res FLAC to Tidal is something audiophiles have wanted for years. But now that it's here, they're not going to be happy.
The Netflix logo in app.

Netflix kills Basic plan in U.S., U.K. as ads bring in more revenue

Netflix has already said its ad-supported plan is more lucrative than its $10 per month Basic plan, and so it's killing the latter in more countries.
The Peacock TV app.

It’s going to be more expensive to stream Yellowstone

It's going to cost you a little more to subscribe to Peacock starting in August. Here's what you need to know.
Man wearing Beyerdynamic Blue Byrd ANC neckband earbuds.

Beyerdynamic adds noise canceling to its Blue Byrd neckband earbuds

Beyerdynamic's neckband-style wireless earbuds get noise cancellation, transparency, and USB audio.
The Roku Channel app on Google TV.

The Roku Channel is now available as a Google TV app

The Roku Channel — the free, ad-supported streaming service from Roku — is now available on Google TV and Android TV as a standalone app.
A press image of the Samsung 83-inch S90C OLED television.

This Samsung S90C OLED TV news is literally huge

Samsung's excellent S90C OLED line now comes in a whopping 83 inches, with a price tag to match.
The Lightning connection on the AirPods Pro case.

A new USB-C case may be in AirPods Pro’s future

It's no great secret that Apple is moving to USB-C, but the switch may not be quite what you think at first.