Best network music streamers 2024: make your hi-fi smarter
Adding a capable network music streamer to your audio system is the best way to bring hi-quality digital sound to your home from your streaming services.
Snag this JBL soundbar with wireless subwoofer while it’s $200 off
The JBL Bar 500 5.1-channel soundbar, which comes with a 10-inch wireless subwoofer, is available from Best Buy for an affordable $400 after a $200 discount.
Spotify’s new AI Playlist feature uses text prompts to curate playlists
Spotify announced that it is beta testing a new AI Playlist feature to Australian and UK Premium customers that uses text prompts to generate playlists.
Soundcore Boom 2 review: big fat bass, skinny price, and it floats!
Want big, smooth bass you can take to the pool? The Soundcore Boom 2 is a floatable, rugged, $130 Bluetooth speaker that punches well above its weight.
You Asked: HDMI 2.1 and Blu-ray, TV life spans, and 2023 TV price drops
How long should a QLED TV last? Will 2023 TV prices go down even further? And whatever happened to dual-cell TV tech?
Klipsch’s Onkyo-powered Flexus modular home theater sound system starts at $349
The Klipsch/Onkyo Flexus Dolby Atmos soundbar system can be expanded with wireless subwoofers and surround speakers.
Best Buy just knocked $200 off this massive 75-inch QLED TV
Best Buy slashed the price of the 75-inch TCL Q7 QLED 4K TV by $200, so it's down to $900. You need to make the purchase now if you don't want to miss out.
What is Peacock? Pricing, content, and how to get it, explained
NBCUniversal's Peacock streaming service has a lot to offer from films, TV shows, sports, news, and more. But is Peacock right for you?
What is DirecTV Stream: plans, pricing, channels, and more
AT&T TV has gotten yet another new name -- DirecTV Stream. Here's the latest on what's changed, what's stayed the same, and exactly what subscribers get.
Discovery Plus free trial: Stream for a week for free
Discovery Plus is a great way to break in a new home entertainment system, and a Discovery Plus free trial is a great way to get to know the streaming service.
Does ExpressVPN work on the Amazon Fire TV Stick?
Wondering if ExpressVPN works with Amazon Fire TV Sticks? We've got everything you need to know.
Spatial audio via headphones: how science crams 9 speakers and a subwoofer inside your head
If spatial audio formats like Dolby Atmos normally use a bunch of speakers arranged around your room, how can you hear it using headphones?
The 6 best OLED TVs for 2024
If you want the kind of TV that pushes amazing contrast levels and cinematically-accurate colors, look no further than one of these six best OLEDs for 2024.
The 7 best QLED TVs for 2024
The best QLED TVs are made by the TV brands we love the most, including Samsung, Sony, and TCL. Here’s seven of our favorite models for 2024.
Sony WH-1000XM6: the design and features we want Sony’s next headphones to deliver
Sony dropped the WH-1000XM5 in 2022, which means the XM6 is probably around the corner. Here's what we think Sony needs to keep its top spot.
Best Bose headphone deals: Save on QuietComfort 45 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.
LG TV deals: Get a 70-inch 4K TV for under $650
Whether you're after something large and cutting-edge or something more affordable, we've rounded up the best LG TV deals available right now.
This massive 77-inch LG OLED TV is $400 off at Best Buy
The 77-inch LG C3 Series OLED 4K TV may be the upgrade for your home theater setup that you've been looking for, so you should grab Best Buy's $400 discount.
Let’s be honest, you probably can’t hear lossless audio
Lossless audio is one of the best things to happen to streaming music, but if you use wireless earbuds or headphones, you probably can't hear it.
Standalone ESPN to launch by fall 2025, with Disney Bundle available
You should be able to subscribe to ESPN channels without any other cable or streaming services by fall 2025. We still don't have a price, however.
The best open-ear earbuds and headphones for 2024
With the convenience of wireless earbuds, plus the ability to hear your surroundings, open-ear earbuds are the latest audio trend. These models are the best.
I found three TV deals you shouldn’t miss today — from $348
If you're thinking about buying a new TV, here are three of the best TV deals that you can shop today. You have to hurry though, as the discounts will end soon.
Klipsch Nashville review: a rugged, backpack-ready Bluetooth speaker
The Klipsch Nashville Bluetooth speaker is a good-sounding, simple, and rugged Bluetooth speaker that will make a great addition to your summer listening.
Sling TV channels: Can you watch CBS, TBS, Bally Sports, and more?
Sling TV is one of the more affordable streaming options, but that comes at the expense of ease of use, and not having as many channels by default.
AirPods 4: Everything we know about Apple’s next wireless earbuds
While still officially unannounced, it's widely expected that Apple will launch its next AirPods model in 2024. Here's what we know so far.
SiriusXM firing up a dedicated Taylor Swift channel on April 7
The satellite-and-streaming service presents Channel 13 (Taylor's Version) some 13 days before the release of her new album. It won't be around forever, though.
The 5 best soundbars for Samsung TVs in 2024
Upgrade your home theater with one of the best soundbars for Samsung TV. These run the gamut from ultra-prmeium to affordable, but all produce rich audio.
Do you need the internet for Sling TV?
Sling TV is an internet-based streaming service. Thus, you'll need some kind of internet connection if you want to watch anything on it.
The 5 best outdoor projectors in 2024
If you're thinking of buying yourself a new projector to take with you camping or for an RV, check out these great outdoor projector picks.
Baseus Eli Sport 1 review: killer open-ear value
The Baseus Eli Sport 1 offer all of the benefits of open-ear listening at a very accessible price.
Are NBA games on Sling TV?
Yes, you can watch NBA games on Sling. If you have the right channels, and if the game is available on one of those channels. It gets a little complicated.
This 75-inch QLED TV is $500 off at Best Buy right now
The 75-inch TCL QM8 Mini-LED QLED 4K TV is on sale from Best Buy for $1,200 following a $500 discount. If you're interested, you should make the purchase now.
Is college football on Sling TV?
Yes, you can watch college football on Sling TV — but only if you have the right channels. And even then, you might still be missing some.
Does Sling TV have local channels?
Sling TV does have some local channels available to stream — if you're in the right market, and if those channels are actually available.
Section Editor, Audio/Video
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.
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