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The Skullcandy Barrel Bluetooth speaker on a rock.

Skullcandy Barrel review: a boombox that won’t blow up your wallet

If you're looking for a great-sounding, kinda portable Bluetooth speaker to take to the cottage or to the pool, the $180 Skullcandy Barrel is a great choice.
Sennheiser HD 620S closed-back headphones.

Sennheiser’s HD 620S closed-back cans have an open-back soul

Senneheiser, which made its reputation with open-back headphones, has introduced a new closed-back model aimed at audiophiles.
The Antennas Direct ClearStream 2Max mounted outdoors.

The 4 best long range TV antennas in 2024

If your TV antenna is struggling to pick up local stations, you may want to invest in a long range model. Here are four excellent options we recommend.
Man watching NFL on Dish.
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Dish lets you watch cable, Netflix, YouTube, and more in one place

Dish lets you bundle pay for a ton of services, including Netflix, with no special fees. All you need to do is choose add-ons when you build your Dish bundle.
Apple Music Sing on an iPhone.

How to use Apple Music Sing

Apple Music Sing is a new sing-along feature that turns your Apple Music app into a karaoke machine. Here's what you need to know and how to use it.
TCL's 5-Series 4K QLED Google TV.

Best TCL TV deals: 4K TVs as low as $150

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.
Onn 4K Pro Streaming Device box.

You can finally order Walmart’s $50 Chromecast with Google TV killer

Walmart has an intriguing little $50 streaming box with Google TV, and it may well supplant the aging Chromecast with Google TV.
Apple AirPods Pro 2 in their USB-C and MagSafe case.

Upgrade Mom to AirPods Pro — 28% off ahead of Mother’s Day

You can get the Apple AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C for a cheaper price of $180, but you need to hurry if you want to receive them in time to give for Mother's Day.
Music Library in the updated Sonos app for iOS.

Wait! Don’t update your Sonos app until you read this

The Sonos app has received its biggest update in years, but along with an improved user experience comes a not-so-nice change for music fans.
A runner wearing the Shokz OpenRun Pro bone conduction headphones.

These bone conduction headphones just got a $40 discount

The Shokz OpenRun Pro bone conduction headphones, which will keep your ears open to let you hear your surroundings, are on sale for only $140 from Best Buy.
A mock-up of what an ESPN tile could look like in the Disney+ app.

ESPN will join Hulu in the Disney+ app by the end of 2024

You'll be able to get some ESPN content from inside the Disney+ app by the end of the year, CEO Bob Iger said.
A possible leaked image of the unreleased Sonos headphones.

Report: Sonos Ace headphones will get wired and wireless lossless audio

A new report claims to offer details on many of the features of Sonos' as-yet-unreleased Ace headphones.
Focal Azurys and Hadenys wired headphones.

Focal debuts its most affordable open- and closed-back headphones

Focal's headphones are extraordinary and very expensive. But its latest models bring those prices down significantly.
Hisense R6 Series 4K TV with remotes pointed at it.

Walmart has a 50-inch 4K TV for under $230 right now

Grab a Hisense 50-inch R6 4K TV for just $228 with this awesome deal at Walmart proving highly popular already.
Sennheiser Accentum True Wireless earbuds.

Sennheiser debuts new ergonomically shaped wireless earbuds

Sennheiser used data from thousands of ear models to achieve the new shape.
Hisense 4K TV on a cabinet.

This 58-inch 4K TV is discounted to $258, and it’s selling fast

Walmart has a great discount on the Hisense 58-inch R6 4K TV making it an unmissable deal for many.
The Samsung 65-inch The Frame QLED TV placed on a wall in an attractive living room.

Ends tonight: Save $400 on the 65-inch Samsung ‘Frame’ QLED TV

The Samsung 65-inch The Frame QLED TV looks gorgeous and will blend into your surroundings perfectly. It's on sale at Best Buy but it ends very soon.
Beats Studio Pro on headphone stand.

Beats headphones and earbuds are up to 49% off at Amazon

If you want to purchase new headphones or earbuds, you wouldn't want to miss Amazon's discounts for Beats devices. You can enjoy up to 49% off if you hurry.
TCL Q7 TV review

Get this 55-inch TCL QLED 4K TV for $500 for a limited time

The 55-inch TCL Q7 QLED 4K TV, originally priced at $600, is available from Best Buy for only $500, but you're going to have to be quick with your purchase.
JBL Clip hanging on bag.

Snag the JBL Clip 4 waterproof Bluetooth speaker for less than $50

The JBL Clip 4, a portable Bluetooth speaker with an IP67 waterproof and dustproof rating, is available from Walmart for only $47 following a $33 discount.
The LG G2 placed in a living room environment.

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

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.
A woman wearing the Bose QuietComfort 45 around her neck.

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.
Sony ULT Wear.

Sony ULT Wear headphones review: press twice for crazy bass

Sony's new midrange headphones are a kick in the head when it comes to bass, and their price will be music to your ears.
Samsung S85D 4K OLED TV.

Samsung prices its entry-level S85D OLED TV starting at $1,700

Samsung has added yet another OLED TV model, this time at the lower end of the price spectrum.
You Asked Feature

You Asked: The Moire effect strikes, open-box TV tips, and where’d the curves go?

This week on You Asked: What is Moire effect, and can you do anything about it? When is it safe to buy an open-box TV? Are there any curved TVs you can buy?
Hisense Canvas mini-LED TV.

Hisense’s answer to Samsung’s The Frame TV starts at $999

Hisense has released some more details on its CanvasTV, a model that can show art when it's not in use.
LG 75-Inch Class UN6970 Series LED 4K UHD Smart TV

Best 75-inch TV deals: Get a big screen from $470

If your home theater setup could use an upgrade -- or an up-size, perhaps -- then these 75-inch TV deals are the best place to start looking.
Amazon Freevee app on a TV.

What is Amazon Freevee? The free streaming service explained

Sick of monthly VOD fees? If you don’t mind advertisements, Amazon Freevee is totally free. Here’s everything you need to know about the platform.
A Vizio 65 inch TV hangs on a living room wall.

Best 65-inch TV deals: Get a 65-inch 4K TV for under $400

These big screen TV models from Samsung, Sony, LG, and more are currently the best 65-inch TV deals you'll find.
Disney+ app on the iPad Air 5.

Disney Plus Free Trial: Can you stream for free in 2024?

There isn't a Disney Plus free trial -- at least not in the United States. The one-week free trial offer was suspended stateside in June 2020.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and their charging case.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are on sale for $170

If you're looking for a new pair of wireless earbuds, you should consider going for the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, which are on sale from Samsung at $60 off.
The third-generation Apple AirPods, outside of their charging case.

How to tell if your AirPods are fake. Yes, counterfeits are out there

Apple AirPods should bring you years of enjoyment. Unfortunately, counterfeit AirPods exist. Here's how you can tell if yours are legit.
Fubo splash screen on a TV.

What Fubo and others get wrong in their fight against new sports streamer

A number of live video distributors have sent a letter to Congress imploring the body to help them fight against an upcoming mega-sports streaming service.
Phil Nickinson holding the Beats Solo 4 and the Beats Studio Pro headphones.

Beats headphones showdown: Solo 4 vs. Studio Pro

Beats has a couple good headphone contenders in the Beats Solo 4 and Beats Studio Pro. But which is right for you? We'll help you decide.
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.

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

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