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Simon Cohen wearing Bose Ultra Open Earbuds for Personal Surround Sound with a Bose Smart Soundbar.

Bose Personal Surround Sound first listen: You’ve never heard TV sound like this before

Bose's newest soundbars can pair with its Ultra Open Earbuds for a virtual surround sound experience. Here's how it works.
The new Max app looks almost exactly like HBO Max.

How to turn off subtitles in Max

Closed captions and subtitles are built into your Max subscription and are available in many languages. Here’s how to turn captions on and off.
HBO Max app icon.

How to cancel your Max subscription

Is it time to part ways with your Max subscription? Here’s how to cancel your plan in just a few simple steps.
A closeup of a performer in a red jacket plucking an upright bass shown on a Samsung QN90D TV.

The 85-inch Samsung QN90D TV is $1,800 off — no kidding!

The Samsung 85-inch QN90D is something truly special and it's currently on sale at $1,800 off making it more affordable for some.
The Insignia F20 Series HD TV on a white background.

Best Buy’s cheapest TV deal today is this 24-inch for $70

The 24-inch Insignia F20 Series HD TV is the cheapest TV that you can buy from Best Buy right now, with a $10 discount pulling its price down further to $70.
The Fubo app is displayed on a Roku device.

Fubo is testing out multiview on Roku devices

Fubo is testing out multiview on Roku devices, but not every Roku player will get the maximum four simultaneous streams.
The KEF Q Series Meta speakers.

KEF’s affordable new Q Series speakers get an audiophile upgrade

KEF has upgraded its Q Series speakers with its Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT), delivering high-end audiophile sound at a fair price.
Apple Music pricing September 2024.

How much is Apple Music, and how can you get it for free?

Apple Music costs $10.99 for an Individual plan, and $16.99 for a Family Plan. You can also get Apple Music for free by signing up for a Verizon plan.
The Apple AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C and MagSafe buds on a table with case in the background.

AirPods Pro 2 haven’t gone back to full price since Prime Day

The Apple AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C and MagSafe have been on sale from Amazon since Prime Day in July. Right now, you can get them for $190, for savings of $59.
Amazon Fire TV Omni QLED Series TV.

The 75-inch Amazon Fire Omni Series TV is $250 off in early Prime sale

The Amazon 75-inch Omni QLED has a new low price of $800! That’s $250 off its regular price of $1,050.
The Apple TV 4K (2022) and Siri remote on a table.

Best streaming devices for 2024: Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV, and more

Your TV probably already has all the apps you need to stream all your shows and movies. But you need not settle. Here are the best streaming devices for 2024.
Fiio BT 11 USB-C transmitter.

This $44 device fixes the iPhone’s lack of hi-res wireless audio

Apple's music service might support lossless, hi-res audio, but iPhone users couldn't hear that quality with wireless earbuds – until now.
LG OLED Flex TV

LG’s flexible OLED TV might be worth your money now that it’s $500 off

The 42-inch LG OLED Flex TV is an extremely cool TV, but it's pretty expensive. That's why you shouldn't miss this opportunity at a $500 discount from Best Buy.
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 with accessory eartips.

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 review: tiny, terrific earbuds

Google's latest earbuds are astonishingly small and light, yet offer better ANC and sound quality than the first-gen Pixel Buds Pro.
Hisense U7N review

Hisense U7N TV review: So much bang for your buck, but …

The Hisense U7N gives you a lot of TV for not a ton of money. But we ran into one pretty major problem that gives us a bit of pause.
Anker Soundcore Sport X10 loose in front of case.

These Powerbeats alternatives from Anker are on sale for $56 today

Rock out to your favorite playlists at the gym with the Anker Soundcore Sport X10 True Wireless Earbuds, now on sale at Amazon for $56!
2023 Samsung QN85C Neo QLED 4K TV.

Walmart just knocked $500 off this Samsung QLED TV

The 65-inch Samsung QN85C Neo QLED 4K TV is an amazing screen, and it's an even more tempting purchase right now following a huge $501 discount from Walmart.
TCL 2024 S5 LED TV.

This 50-inch 4K TV from TCL just dropped below $300

The 50-inch TCL S5 4K TV, which features Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, and Google TV, is on sale from Walmart for an affordable $298 following a $102 discount.
Screen images of the Spotify AI Playlist feature.

Spotify’s AI Playlist creation tool lands in the U.S., Canada, and beyond

Spotify brings its AI Playlist beta feature that allows you to use text prompts to create unique playlists to the U.S., Canada, and beyond.
Marshall Monitor III ANC worn by Billie Joe Armstrong.

Marshall updates its Monitor headphones with a little help from Billie Joe Armstrong

Marshall's latest over-ear wireless headphones get a massive bump in battery life and improved comfort, plus spatial audio.
Google TV Streamer alongside Onn 4K Pro and Chromecast With Google TV.

Google TV Streamer vs. Onn 4K Pro

Google TV Streamer and the Onn 4K Pro have a lot of similarities. But it's around the edges where you might find that one fits you better than the other.
Roku kids and family on a rendered TV.

Roku OS 14 is for the kids, and the voice control users

Roku OS 14 will start rolling out to users in the weeks and months ahead, with a few new features on tap.
The 2024 Roku Ultra.

A newer, faster Roku Ultra rolls out for 2024

The Roku Ultra has been updated for 2024 with faster internals and better wireless network support, plus it now comes with Roku's best remote control.
The Nothing Ear Open earbud.

Nothing’s cool Ear Open earbuds have an unexpected rival

I've listened to Nothing's new Ear Open earbuds. And while I've been impressed, I've also wondered why I wasn't using my Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses instead.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (2024): charging case (open, one earbud out of the case).

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (2024) review: amazing everyday earbuds

Bose's second-gen QuietComfort Earbuds cut the price dramatically, yet preserve the full Bose experience.
The Google TV Streamer remote control in a very good-looking hand.

How to use the Google TV Streamer remote finder

The Google TV Streamer has added a feature that makes it easy to find a lost remote control. Here's how to use it.
The button on the back of Google TV Streamer can help find your remote — or long press to reset the entire device.

How to factory reset Google TV Streamer

Resetting Google TV Streamer is about as easy as it gets — not that you should have to do it very often, if ever.
LG C4 OLED

Hurry! The 65-inch LG C4 is over $1,000 off at Best Buy

The 65-inch LG C4 Series OLED 4K TV is available from Best Buy with a $1,100 discount that lowers its price to $1,600, which is a steal for an excellent TV.
The Home Panel on Google TV Streamer.

Google Home panel, AI art are coming to all Google TV devices

The new Google Home panel and AI-generated ambient art features are coming to other Google TV devices, and not just Google TV Streamer. Huzzah.
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Google TV Streamer: everything you need to know

The Google TV Streamer has arrived to replace the company's Chromecast with Google TV for your media consumption needs. Here's everything you need to know.
The Google TV Streamer and its remote control.

Google TV Streamer review: Chromecast hits the awkward preteen years

Google TV Streamer builds on the long legacy of Chromecast with a device that's set to forge the way for the next several years, at least.
The Plex app running on a TV.

I canceled my streaming services and built a Plex server — I’m never going back

I've been slowly canceling all of my streaming services after setting up a seamless Plex server. Here's how I did it.
Pluto TV channel guide on a TV screen.

What is Pluto TV: channels, where to get it, and more

Pluto TV offers free entertainment from both on-demand and live internet TV services, but how does it compare to premium alternatives? This breakdown tells all.
You Asked

You Asked: Panasonic is back, what is IAMF, and more on the LG C4

Panasonic is back — so, what comes next? Rtings.com weighs in on the LG C4. And remember that Samsung and Google partnership?
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 for conferences such as CES, IFA, Mobile World Congress, and all the various one-offs from companies like Google, Samsung, LG, Facebook and the like.

When he’s not writing, editing, podcasting, interviewing 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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