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Focal Bathys MG.

Focal’s new Bathys MG wireless headphones offer audiophiles a serious upgrade

Focal's new flagship wireless headphones are aimed at audiophiles with deep pockets and a taste for luxury.
Family watching a movie in kids bedroom with XGIMI Halo projector.

Please don’t use your wall as a projection screen

A test mannequin is fitted with Apple AirPods Pro 2. The mannequin is used to evaluate the hearing assistance capabilities of the AirPods Pro 2.

This AirPod Pro 2 upgrade is going to be heard worldwide

Best TV vs Biggest: Sony A95L & TCL QM8

What is HDR10+? What you need to know about the HDR format

The Apple Music screen on the Apple iPhone 16 Plus.

Apple Music supplies DJs with new mixing catalog and tools

The Netflix app being displayed on a Samsung S90C OLED TV.

Own a Samsung TV? This Netflix change is for you

Sony WF-C710N wireless earbuds.

Sony says goodbye to buttons on its budget-friendly ANC earbuds

Napster logo

Remember Napster? A $207 million deal gives it new life

Apple WWDC 2025 logo

WWDC 2025 date confirmed as we wait for iOS 19, macOS 16, watchOS 12 and more

Apple Music Classical adds listening guides to app.

Apple Music Classical gets more personal with latest update

Hisense CanvasTV.

Hisense supersizes its Samsung Frame TV rival

wireless headphones in a charging case

Your First Wireless Mic: Small, Simple, and Seriously Good

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The Twelve South AirFly Pro 2 plugged into a CD player.

Frequent fliers love this gadget, but I used it to modernize my old CD player

The new Twelve South AirFly Pro 2 dongle may be most at home on a plane, but I found it works just as well in my living room.
Klipsch Klipschorn AK7.

Klipsch updates its iconic Klipschorn and La Scala Heritage loudspeakers

Klipsch has announced a new generation of its top two Heritage speaker models: the massive Klipschorn AK7 and its smaller sibling, the La Scala AL6. The two classic designs get a variety of reworked acoustic components and can be ordered in three colors — the existing American Walnut and Black Ash, and a new option […]
The Treblab FX100 Bluetooth speaker on a white background.

This waterproof Treblab Bluetooth speaker is down to its lowest-ever price of $30

The Treblab FX100 Bluetooth speaker is down to its lowest-ever price of $30 from Amazon after a 50% discount. Hurry if you don't want to miss out on this offer.
A hand points a remote at a TV display a Netflix logo screen.

Netflix now streaming in HDR10+, but is your device supported?

Netflix has added a new HDR format to its service, confirming that it’s now . This isn’t just a tick box exercise, it’s a pretty big deal in the world of HDR streaming formats. Up to now, Netflix has streamed in Dolby Vision, while also supporting generic HDR10. Let’s put the HDR10 to one side […]
Man in cafe working on a laptop wearing Sony WH1000-XM4 wireless over-the-ear noise-canceling headphones.

Best tech deals in Amazon’s Big Spring Sale: headphones, tablets, laptops

Amazon’s Big Spring Sale Event has officially kicked off, which means you’ll be able to save up to 40% on all kinds of consumer tech gadgetry!
The Sonos Ace headphones, Arc Soundbar, and Move speaker.

Most Sonos gear is on sale this week, including the Sonos Ace headphones!

Most of Sonos’ product catalog is on sale this week, including the Sonos Ace Wireless Headphones. Purchase today and take advantage of the $70 discount!
Sonos Era 100 with power cord.

Everything Sonos is on sale this week, including the Era 100 speaker!

This is one of the best weeks to save on Sonos gear, including the Sonos Era 100 Wireless Smart Speaker. Buy today and pay only $200.
Sony X90L Review

We gave this Sony Bravia TV a 4 out of 5 — it’s $250 off today

The Sony 65-inch X90L 4K LED is on sale for $950 today. Get ready for bright and colorful picture, courtesy of Sony’s thoughtful engineering.
The Hisense A7N Series 4K LED.

Take home a 50-inch Hisense TV for only $240 with this deal

The Hisense 50-inch A7N Series 4K LED is one of the best TV deals of the day. For a limited time, this Fire TV-powered set is only $240!
Sony Bravia A75L OLED 4K TV.

Sony’s entry-level OLED TV is on sale at Best Buy today

The Sony 55-inch XR A75L is a fantastic OLED TV with a great discount today. Purchase right now to take advantage of its $100 discount!
A Meta render gives you an idea of what you'll experience in VR with a Quest 3S.

This Meta Quest 3 update teases some seriously exciting VR upgrades

The latest update has just gone public and it’s teasing some excellent upgrades. The has arrived on the public test channel and the beta has brought with it some great teases to what is coming to the VR setup soon. Based on what’s being tested and shared, we can expect a major UI update, shareable […]
The default Google TV homescreen, as seen on the Onn 4K Pro.

Google TV could get a feature that helps you find your next weekend binge

A new feature could be coming to Google TV that would help you find the latest, greatest shows for the days when you can't find anything to watch.
Apple AirPods Max with USB-C in Orange.

Apple AirPods Max finally get lossless audio and analog support

Apple fixes two of the biggest problems with the AirPods Max.
man speaking on phone with feed on the desk
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Upgrade your workflow with RecDot: AI-powered earbuds that keep you focused

Viaim / Viaim Meetings, calls, and note-taking – essential parts of the workday that often feel more chaotic than productive. Using traditional methods to keep up with fast-moving discussions can slow you down. Struggling to recall key points hours later? Enter RecDot by Viaim, a breakthrough in AI-powered audio that transforms the way professionals work, […]
You Asked Ep. 84: 97" G5 What's Missing?

You Asked: Why the 97-inch LG G5 OLED doesn’t have the latest panel tech

In this You Asked episode, we cover Netflix Error 100 fixes, Sony OLED clicking noises, and the 97” LG G5 OLED’s missing upgrades. Plus, easier password entry, finding a trusted calibrator, and a simple $100 smart TV upgrade!
An iPhone displaying the new Sonos iOS app in front of a Sonos Move 2 speaker.

Sonos Move 2 wireless speakers have a price cut you don’t want to miss

The Sonos Move 2 is on sale today. Purchase at Amazon, Best Buy, Crutchfield, and other retailers and pay only $360!
Hisense U7N review

This Hisense QLED TV was already a great value, and now it’s on sale

The Hisense 65-inch U7N 4K ULED is one of our favorite deals of the week so far. Purchase this fantastic LED-LCD today and save $300 off its regular MSRP!
The Sonos Beam 2 soundbar on a media cabinet with a couple of video game controllers.

We loved the Sonos Beam Gen 2, and today it’s on sale for $400

The Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus is on sale today for $1,000. Experience movie theater audio from the comfort of your living room!
Sansui 55-inch OLED TV

This Sansui 55-inch OLED is one of our favorite budget TVs, and today it’s on sale

The Sansui S55VOUG is one of our favorite entry-level OLED TVs, and today, it’s on sale at Micro Center for only $650! 
In front of TV: Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus.

The Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus scored a 9 out of 10, and now it’s on sale!

The Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus is on sale today for $1,000. Experience movie theater audio from the comfort of your living room!
Samsung HW-Q990D Dolby Atmos Soundbar.

Samsung responds about firmware that bricked the Q990D soundbar

Samsung has told Digital Trends it is taking immediate action to resolve the issue of non-working soundbars due to a firmware update.
The Hisense AX5140Q Sound System.

Hisense’s new home theater system has wireless surrounds and uses your TVs speakers

Hisense today announced a new 5.1.4-channel Dolby Atmos home theater system with wireless rear speakers and Hi-Concerto that uses your TVs speakers, too.

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John Higgins is Digital Trends’ Senior Editor and section lead for A/V. After receiving his Bachelor in Music with an Audio Production focus from Ithaca College and Master of Music in Keyboard Collaborative Arts from the University of Southern California, he began working for Home Theater Magazine in 2003. His time in the print and online publishing world has been spent as a writer, editor, copy editor, researcher, and test lab technician. Most recently, Higgins was the Managing Editor of Tech at Reviewed, part of the USA Today network, where he led the website’s tech coverage. He has previously written for Wirecutter, IGN, Projector Central, T3, Sound & Vision, and Home Theater Magazine covering projectors, televisions, headphones and earbuds, sound bars and speakers, and monitors. He is a yearly attendee at CES and an ISF level 3 certified calibrator.

In addition to his career in publishing, Higgins has been a professional musician since the late 90s, having performed on piano in solo recitals, as a collaborative partner with various singers and instrumentalists, and with the Pacific Symphony. He also is an accomplished guitarist and, with his pop/rock band, has played such hallowed L.A. venues as the Troubadour, Roxy, Viper Room, and House of Blues. For 10 years, he was a teacher and music director at a private school in Los Angeles, and following his teaching career spent some time in the film industry as a post-production sound editor and composer.

Originally from just outside Boston, Higgins has been a Los Angeles resident since 2001 where he lives with his wife, son, two rescue dogs, and parrot. When not working, he spends his time watching TV shows about cooking and serial killers, preparing for his next D&D session, ignoring the growing list of games in his Steam gaming library, and building Legos with his son.