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AirPods 4 on a stand at the Apple Glowtime event on September 9, 2024.

Can open-ear headphones really cancel noise? Apple’s AirPods 4 surprised me

Since they don't seal your ears, Apple's AirPods 4 wouldn't be an obvious choice for noise cancellation, but I came out of a demo shaking my head in surprise.
2024 Sony Bravia 8 4K OLED TV.

The 65-inch Sony Bravia 8 OLED TV is $800 off right now

Samsung HW-Q990D Dolby Atmos Soundbar.

Target just slashed $500 off Samsung’s flagship soundbar, the HW-Q990D

People sitting on a sofa watching TV with a JBL Bar 9.1 True Wireless Surround with Dolby Atmos soundbar underneath.

This JBL 9.1-channel soundbar is over 50% off today

The Hisense 85-inch U7 Mini-LED QLED TV on a TV unit in a living room.

Upgrade to an 85-inch TV while this Hisense is $700 off

AirPods Pro 3.

New AirPods Pro features take your hearing health seriously

Apple AirPods Max with USB-C.

Apple AirPods Max finally get USB-C plus spatial audio for music

The AirPods 4.

Apple’s newest AirPods 4 add affordable ANC and wireless charging

The LG G2 placed in a living room environment.

LG TV deals: Get a 70-inch 4K TV for under $500

Best Android Phone 2022 Galaxy S22 Ultra in hand with S Pen feat image.

Best Samsung deals: The Galaxy S24 Ultra is up to $750 off

Ultimate Ears Miniroll.

Ultimate Ears Miniroll speaker is tiny, waterproof, and wearable

A Samsung 85-inch 8K hangs on a living room wall.

8K TV: everything you need to know about television’s future

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You Asked Feature

You Asked: Mini-LED brightness, even more on calibration

On today’s episode of You Asked: Should you worry that a mini-LED TV is going to be too bright? What’s up with Netflix and Amazon Prime Video calibrated modes?
Samsung S95D OLED review

What is QD-OLED? The hybrid TV tech fully explained

QD-OLED technology delivers the kind of TV picture quality we’ve been dreaming about for years. Here’s everything you need to know about QD-OLEDs.
The Hisense 58-inch U6HF on a white background.

Amazon is selling this 58-inch Hisense TV at a 42% price cut

Experience top-notch brightness levels and rich colors with the Hisense 58-inch U6HF TV, now on sale for $320 at Amazon.
Soundcore Q20i headphones on a white background.

Amazon is selling Soundcore noise cancelling headphones as cheap as $40

Amazon is offering discounts on Soundcore headphones today! If you’re into noise cancelling tech, you don’t want to let these markdowns pass you by.
A chameleon on a leafy branch shown on a Samsung QN900D.

The best 8K TVs for 2024: from Samsung, LG, and Sony

QD-OLED technology delivers the kind of TV picture quality we’ve been dreaming about for years. Here’s everything you need to know about QD-OLEDs.
Beats Solo 4 in Slate Blue.

Beats Solo 4 headphones are on sale for a limited time

The Beats Solo 4 wireless headphones were just recently released, but you can purchase them for only $150 from Target following a limited-time $50 discount.
The Samsung HW-B650 3.1-channel soundbar in the living room.

This 3.1-channel soundbar from Samsung is on sale for $250

The Samsung HW-B650 soundbar is a relatively affordable 3.1-channel soundbar that's currently even cheaper at $250, following a $150 discount from Samsung.
The JBL Cinema SB170 2.1 Channel Soundbar.

Today is your last chance to buy this JBL soundbar for $150

Are you looking for a boost in TV sound quality? Invest in the JBL Cinema SB170 2.1 Channel Soundbar, now on sale at Best Buy for just $150!
Fire TV Stick 4K 2023.

Save $20 when you buy an Amazon Fire Stick this weekend

The Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K is a great inexpensive way to improve your streaming setup and it's on sale now at Target but for a limited time only.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 are $90 cheaper for the next 12 hours

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are some of the best noise-canceling wireless earbuds on the market, and Best Buy is discounting them for a limited time!
Apple MacBook Air M1 open, on a table.

Best Apple deals: Save on AirPods, Apple Watch, iPad, MacBook

For those who are looking for Apple deals, check out the discounts that we've found on various models of the AirPods, Apple Watch, iPad, MacBook, and more.
Sonos Era 100 Pro with Surface Mount.

The Sonos Era 100 Pro is the company’s first ‘wired’ speaker

Sonos has a new version of its Era 100 that's aimed at pro installers or anyone who wants a way to place Sonos speakers without a nearby power outlet.
Toshiba 55-inch-class C350 series 4K smart Fire TV on a gray shelf and light gray background.

It’s your last day to grab this 75-inch TV for under $500

The the 75-inch Toshiba C350 Series 4K TV is on sale from Best Buy for below $500 after a $190 discount, but you have to buy it now as the offer is expiring.
TCL's 5-Series 4K QLED Google TV.

Best TCL TV deals: 4K TVs as low as $220

TCL is one of the top TV brands for some TV deals, and we've rounded up all of the best TCL TV deals worth shopping right now.
A Vizio 65 inch TV hangs on a living room wall.

Best 65-inch TV deals: Get a 65-inch 4K TV for $320

These big screen TV models from Samsung, Sony, LG, and more are currently the best 65-inch TV deals you'll find.
A woman wearing the Bose QuietComfort 45 around her neck.

Best Bose headphone deals: Save on QuietComfort 35 II and Earbuds II

When you're after new headphones, one of the most popular brands to check out is Bose. Here are the best Bose headphone deals available right now.
Beats Studio Pro sitting on travel case.

Best headphone deals: AirPods, Sony, Sennheiser and more

We've gathered the best headphone deals online involving popular brands such as Bose, Sony, Sennheiser, and Beats. Grab them while they're still discounted.
lg 55 inch oled 4k tvs deal walmart class b8 tv

Best Walmart TV deals: 43-inch 4K TV for $218 and more

Walmart makes for some serious savings when it comes to buying a TV, so we've rounded up all of the best Walmart TV deals for your shopping ease.
The Xgimi MoGo 3 Pro projector in nature.

Xgimi’s 2024 projectors are brighter, smarter, and impossibly affordable

Chinese projector maker Xgimi has outdone itself launching a range of five new affordable projectors.
The rentals screen on Plex.

How to use Plex Media Server to watch all of your media

Plex can take your movies, TV shows, music, and photos and give them the Netflix treatment for the ultimate at-home or away-from-home streaming experience.
JLab Epic Sport ANC 3.

JLab brings dual-driver, hi-res sound to its best sports earbuds

JLab's Epic Sport ANC 3 brings new sound quality and spatial audio it its best earhook earbuds.
Beyerdynamic AMIRON 300 and AVENTHO 300.

Beyerdynamic launches new flagship wireless earbuds and headphones

Beyerdynamic's Aventho 300 and Amiron 300 are the company's new flagship wireless audio products.

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Phil spent the 2000s making newspapers with the Pensacola (Fla.) News Journal, the 2010s with Android Central and then the personality behind Modern Dad, and is currently an editor with Digital Trends. Phil’s online work has taken him all over the United States, as well as Europe and Asia.

When he’s not writing, editing, or shooting video, Phil serves as president of the Pensacola Youth Soccer 501(c)(3) nonprofit, has worked on multiple local political campaigns and is a part-time photographer and videographer. He’s also a candidate for Pensacola City Council, District 1.

Phil is a native of Pensacola, where he resides with his wife, daughters and a dog named Max.

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