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An iPhone with Bose headphones showing the Amazon Music app with a promotional message for Audible audiobooks.

Audible’s audiobooks are now included with Amazon Music Unlimited

Amazon Music subscribers can now listen to one Audible audiobook every month.
xMEMS Sycamore microspeaker driver.

1mm-thick speakers could reshape smart glasses, smartwatches, and earbuds

XMEMS says it will release a tiny flat speaker that could drastically change the size and shape of future wearables.
Meze Audio 105 AER open-back headphones.

Meze Audio debuts its lightest and most affordable open-back headphones

The Meze Audio 105 AER provide a much more accessible price for those who want to explore the company's open-back headphones.
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones in Diamond color resting against a headphones stand.

Now is the time to get the best noise-canceling headphones

The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones deliver the best noise-canceling you can get in a pair of headphones, beating out Apple and Sony. They are $100 off.
The Apple TV Siri Remote in hand.

Apple might once again be considering a TV of its own

It's been nearly 15 years since the idea was first considered, but Apple insider Mark Gurman says an Apple TV — not a streaming device — is under consideration.
A selection of three USB-C cables being held in a hand.

Cable labeling is pure chaos and it needs to stop

With so many features and so many cables, we’ve been doomed to a see if it works approach to getting our devices correctly connected.
Samsung S90C

The Samsung S90C is the best OLED for the price right now

At only $1,000 for the 65-inch model, the Samsung S90C is an incredible deal worth capitalizing on before its gone.
Amazon Fire TV Soundbar Plus.

Amazon’s Fire TV Soundbar Plus gets Dolby Atmos, but still no Fire TV

Amazon's new Fire TV Soundbar Plus is compatible with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X and can be expanded to a full home theater system.
Amazon Fire TV Omni Mini-LED Series.

Amazon Fire TV Omni gets mini-LED backlighting and interactive ambient experiences

Amazon-built Fire TV Omni TVs are now available with mini-LED backlighting, Dolby Atmos, and sensors for interactive Ambient Experiences.
Urbanista Copenhagen 2.

Urbanista updates its Copenhagen earbuds with a lower price

Urbanista makes one of its most affordable wireless earbuds even easier to buy.
Drop+Grell OAE1 open-back headphones.

Drop drops the price on its Grell OAE1 headphones

Drop's collaboration with headphone designer Axel Grell is now 25% less expensive.
Freevee on a TV.

Amazon to phase out Freevee, but there’s still a way to watch for free

Amazon is phasing out Freevee, the ad-supported video streaming platform that launched in 2019 as IMDb Freedive before rebranding as Amazon Freevee in 2022.
A set of Fasetto Audio Cu devices.

Audio Cu’s audio-over-powerline tech that lets you avoid pro installers is only available through pro installers

Fasetto, the company behind the first audio-over-powerline solution, will only sell its Audio Cu products via pro installers.
Stretchable RGB display created by LG Display.

LG shows off first display that can stretch by 50%

LG Displays is pushing the limits on stretchable display technology.
Apple TV WWDC

Will you benefit from the Apple TV’s new 21:9 aspect ratio?

The Apple TV 4K is being updated to work with ultrawide display ratios. Here's what it means for your TV.
The Pioneer LSX-LX805 on a rack.

Pioneer, Elite, Onkyo, and Integra AV receivers get major update for Amazon Music, Tidal, and Dirac

AV receivers from Pioneer, Elite, Onkyo, and Integra are getting better support for Amazon Music and Tidal, plus enhancements to Dirac room tuning.
Kanto Ora4 Reference Speakers.

Kanto’s Ora4 desktop speakers drive more bass, more power

Kanto's new Ora4 speakers take the formula it established with the Ora Reference model and improve it with deeper bass, more power, and hi-res audio.
Apple AirPods 4.

Apple AirPods 4: everything you need to know about the latest earbuds

Apple's newest wireless earbuds have a new shape, better sound, and lots of extra features. Here's the full scoop.
An Apple iPhone 14 showing the limited hearing protection options available in Canada under iOS 18.1.

Why the AirPods Pro’s best new feature is forbidden in over 100 countries

Apple's new hearing health features for the AirPods Pro could be a game-changer for those with hearing loss, but half of all countries don't have access to them.
Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII.

Beyerdynamic updates its reference studio headphones with mobile-friendly drivers

Beyerdynamic's reference studio headphones have been updated with new drivers that are easier to use outside of a studio.
Vizio MicMe karaoke soundbar.

Vizio’s latest soundbar comes with everything you need for karaoke

Vizio's MicMe Dolby Atmos soundbar comes with a wireless subwoofer and two wireless microphones – everything you need for a night of karaoke.
Grado Signature HP100 SE.

Grado honors its legendary Signature HP1 headphones with the HP100 SE

Grado's new flagship headphones continue the tradition created by Joe Grado 35 years ago.
Audio-Technica ATH-ADX3000 Open-Air Dynamic Headphones.

Audio-Technica’s new audiophile open-back headphones hit a sub-$1,000 price

Audio-Technica has dropped the price of entry into high-end, open-back listening to under $1,000 with its new ATH-ADX3000 headphones.
Cleer Audio Arc 3.

The Cleer Arc 3 might be the most advanced open-ear earbuds so far

With a touchscreen, voice commands, spatial audio, and a choice of hi-res codecs, the Cleer Arc 3 open-ear earbuds are packed with tech.
The Peacock home screen.

Peacock getting multiview for Election Day, with Premier League to follow

Peacock is rolling out a three-view multiview experience on Election Day, and it'll revive it in December for the English Premier League football matches.
Marantz Grand Horizon detail.

Marantz’s new wireless speakers look like they belong in an art gallery

Marantz's Horizon and Grand Horizon wireless speakers are stunning to look at, with a disc-like shape and a marble base.
The Hisense PL2 ultra short throw projector.

Hisense’s new PL2 Laser Cinema is big on brightness and style

Hisense has announced that its new PL2 UST projector is now available in the U.S. It features a stylish design and 2,700 lumens of brightness for $2,500.
Apple AirPods Pro 2 sitting in front of a motorcycle helmet.

I’ve been using AirPods Pro as hearing protection for years

Apple is about to officially recognize the AirPods Pro as hearing protection device, but some of us have known about that benefit for years.
Astell&Kern A&Ultima SP3000M portable digital audio player.

Astell&Kern’s new digital audio player makes premium features more portable and affordable

Astell&Kern has taken all of the best features from its top-of-the-line SP3000 player and packaged them in a smaller, less expensive product.
Tribit StormBox Blast 2 on a beach.

Tribit’s upgraded StormBox Blast 2 speaker gets a power boost and karaoke

Bluetooth speaker makers Tribit have announced the upgraded new StormBox Blast 2, which features 200 watts of power and some new karaoke features.
The Fubo app is displayed on a Roku device.

Fubo shakes up subscriptions with free and premium options

Fubo now offers subscriptions to premium services like FanDuel Sports and NBA League Pass, without requiring a traditional Fubo subscription.
Spotify's Cover Art Creator tool seen on a phone screen.

You can now design custom Spotify playlist cover art, right in the app

Personalizing your Spotify playlist creations is now even easier thanks to a new in-app cover art designer.
wiim edition audio pro a10 c10 wireless speakers mkii featured

The first Wiim-enabled wireless speakers are here

Wiim's first wireless speakers are made by Swedish audio company Audio Pro.
The Loop Switch 2 earplugs.

Loop Switch 2 earplugs aid your ears when Bluetooth buds won’t do

Loop has redesigned its Switch earplugs, which allow you to dial in one of three levels of noise reduction to protect your hearing.