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The latest speaker reviews, news, and buying guides all in one place. Whether you’re looking for a Bluetooth speaker or a soundbar to round out your home theater, Digital Trends has the expertise you need to help guide your purchasing decision.
The best soundbars of 2023: get great sound from your TV
These soundbars are guaranteed to give you way better TV sound, and some cost as little as $200. Stop listening to your TV's built-in speakers!
How to factory reset an Echo Pop
Performing a factory reset on the Echo Pop is simple, but there's a way to reset the smart speaker that isn't as permanent. Here's what to know.
How to set up the Echo Pop
The Echo Pop is an affordable smart speaker that offers full support for Amazon Alexa. Here's how to set up your new Echo Pop, along with tips for using it.
Echo Pop vs. Echo Dot: which is the better smart speaker?
The Echo Pop is the newest member of the Echo family. But is it better than the Echo Dot? Here's a closer look at these two smart speakers to help you decide.
How to enable Sound Recognition on your HomePod and receive smoke alarm alerts
The HomePod and HomePod mini can now send alerts to your smartphone to let you know when a smoke or carbon monoxide alarm is going off. Here's how it works.
Your Google smart home devices just got a lot less talkative
Google is expanding its chime alert feature to a variety of new devices, which should streamline the process of giving voice commands to your smart home.
Best smart home gadgets for spring 2023
If you want to cut down on your list of chores this spring, consider adding one of these four smart home gadgets to your household.
Sonos Era 300 review: the best wireless system gets its best speaker yet
With outstanding sound for stereo and Dolby Atmos Music, the Sonos Era 300 wireless smart speaker is the complete package.
Audible brings immersive Dolby Atmos to its audiobooks
The popular spatial audio format for movies and music arrives on audiobooks for Audible subscribers.
LG’s 2023 SC9 and SE6 soundbars are now available
The 2023 LG SC9 and SE6 soundbars are now available at $999 and $450, respectively.
How to fix an Echo Dot with clock display that isn’t working
If you're trying to fix an Echo Dot with clock display that isn't working or is unresponsive, there are a few things you can try.
What is Dolby Atmos Music, and how can you listen to it at home and on the go?
Dolby Atmos Music is an immersive way to hear new tracks, as well as old favorites, but you'll need the right combo of gear to get it. Here's how it works.
What to do if your Amazon Alexa app is not working
Experiencing issues with the Amazon Alexa app? Here are a few ways you can fix an unresponsive Alexa app or one that's not working as intended.
How to know if you’re actually getting Dolby Atmos sound
Dolby Atmos can be a great surround sound experience. But just because your gear bears an Atmos label, that doesn't mean you've got Atmos sound. Here's why.
Sonos CEO on Bluetooth epiphany: ‘you have to be humble enough to listen to customers’
In an interview with Digital Trends, Sonos CEO Patrick Spence explains why the company changed its tune on Bluetooth, and what might be in store for future products.
Sonos Beam vs. Sonos Arc: which soundbar should you buy?
Both the Sonos Beam and Sonos Arc are incredible soundbars that are guaranteed to rock the house, but which titan of audio makes the most sense for you?
Sonos Era 100 and Era 300 first impressions: it’s all about immersion
Sonos' new speakers are designed to deliver more than just mono -- do they succeed? Here's an early look.
Sonos’ new Era 100 and Era 300 wireless speakers go all-in on spatial audio and Bluetooth
Sonos has officially unveiled its new Era 100 and Era 300 wireless smart speakers, its first home products with Bluetooth.
How to use Multi-Room Music with Amazon Alexa
Want to play music throughout your entire home? Here's a look at how to use the Multi-Room Music feature available on most Amazon Echo devices.
The 10 best smart home products not made by Google or Amazon (or their subsidiaries)
Amazon and Google make great smart devices, but they've got stiff competition. Here are the best smart home products outside the Amazon and Google playbooks.
Sonos One vs. Google Nest Audio: which is the best smart speaker?
The Google Nest Audio and Sonos One are among the best smart speakers of 2023. But which is best for you? Here's a closer look at both to help you decide.
JBL Pulse 5 review: decent sound, trippy lava-lamp light show
The JBL Pulse 5 Bluetooth speaker isn't going to blow you away with its sound, but it might with its beautifully trippy lava-lamp lights and waterproof design.
The best HomeKit hubs of 2023
HomeKit is one of the most popular smart home ecosystems available today. Before setting up your system, take a look at the best HomeKit hubs of 2023.
