Smart speaker market intensifies with 40 million Americans now owning one
Smart speaker market intensifies with 40 million Americans now owning one
Nearly 40M Americans now own a smart speaker like the Amazon Echo or Google Home, with 65 percent saying they've rather taken to the device.
Sennheiser’s first-ever soundbar shakes up CES with brilliant virtual surround
Sennheiser’s first-ever soundbar shakes up CES with brilliant virtual surround
Sennheiser's first-ever soundbar wows with rumbling bass, gorgeous detail, and stunningly real 3D virtual surround.
Nearly half of Americans plan to purchase a smart speaker this year
Nearly half of Americans plan to purchase a smart speaker this year
The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) took a poll that found 44 percent of all Americans intend to purchase a smart speaker this year.
Sony’s 2018 home theater lineup includes Dolby Atmos soundbars and speakers
Sony’s 2018 home theater lineup includes Dolby Atmos soundbars and speakers
Sony has announced its 2018 lineup of home theater tech, including new soundbars and several Dolby Atmos-enabled audio products.
Dolby’s Giles Baker chats with us about Dolby Vision and Atmos at CES
Dolby’s Giles Baker chats with us about Dolby Vision and Atmos at CES
We sat down with Giles Baker, senior VP of the Consumer Entertainment Group at Dolby, to chat about Dolby's role in home entertainment.
Cleer’s 360 Space Smart Home Speaker gives Alexa a bigger, or quieter, voice
Cleer’s 360 Space Smart Home Speaker gives Alexa a bigger, or quieter, voice
Backed by Qualcomm's new smart speaker tech and featuring immersive 360-degree sound, the Cleer Space speaker gives Alexa a bigger voice.
Asus joins the Alexa smart speaker party with Lyra Voice
Asus joins the Alexa smart speaker party with Lyra Voice
More than just a smart speaker, the Asus Lyra Voice also packs a tri-band AC2200 mesh Wi-Fi node for a better Alexa experience.
Samsung’s latest soundbar finally puts gamers in the spotlight
Samsung’s latest soundbar finally puts gamers in the spotlight
Samsung's HW-N650 soundbar is aimed straight at gamers, set with small ports called a hole array, to create a sweeping, accurate soundstage.
Dongle duel to the death! Amazon Fire TV vs. Roku Streaming Stick+
Dongle duel to the death! Amazon Fire TV vs. Roku Streaming Stick+
Our Amazon Fire TV vs. Roku Streaming Stick+ process pits two $70 4K HDR streamers against each other to determine which device belongs attached to your TV.
Vibes Audio Vibrox review
Vibes Audio Vibrox review
Why carry an extra portable Bluetooth speaker when you can just snap one to the back of your phone? We’ve got the pros & cons in our Vibes Audio Vibrox review.
Google Home Max now available to purchase, Mini on sale for $29
Google Home Max now available to purchase, Mini on sale for $29
The $399 Google Home Max is now available, and the Google Home Mini is on sale for a limited time. Both work with Google Assistant.
Embrace the upsell! Your new TV deserves one of these killer sound systems
Embrace the upsell! Your new TV deserves one of these killer sound systems
No one wants to blow their budget after shelling out for a new TV, but this year we’re asking you to get upsold on sound with our handy guide. We promise, your ears will thank you.
Two new devices from Republic Wireless help parents combat screen addiction
Two new devices from Republic Wireless help parents combat screen addiction
Republic Wireless has announced Relay and Anywhere HQ, two screenless devices aimed at minimizing digital distraction.
Google is yanking YouTube from Amazon Fire TV and Echo Show
Google is yanking YouTube from Amazon Fire TV and Echo Show
Google said the Amazon Echo Show and Fire TV violates YouTube's terms of service and pulled its videos from the devices.
The Damson S-Series lets you mix and match your way to a full Dolby Atmos setup
The Damson S-Series lets you mix and match your way to a full Dolby Atmos setup
Damson has launched a new modular Dolby Atmos home speaker system, the Damson S-Series, that can be mixed and matched for a customized setup.
New Sonos One smart speaker supports Alexa, with Google Assistant to come
New Sonos One smart speaker supports Alexa, with Google Assistant to come
The Sonos One smart speaker is designed to work with multiple voice-control platforms, including Amazon's Alexa, which now controls Spotify.
The Amazon Alexa-enabled Eufy Genie is just $20 on Amazon today only
The Amazon Alexa-enabled Eufy Genie is just $20 on Amazon today only
Everyone could use a robot assistant. You can pick up The Eufy Genie for just $20 on Amazon. This deal expires today.
No HomePod for Christmas: Apple pushes release of smart home speaker to 2018
No HomePod for Christmas: Apple pushes release of smart home speaker to 2018
Apple's anticipated smart speaker, the HomePod, will not be released in December as planned. Instead fans will have to wait until 2018.
Samsung HW-MS750 Sound+ soundbar review
Samsung HW-MS750 Sound+ soundbar review
Samsung has expanded the Sound+ soundbar line to add some extra power and depth. In our HW-MS750 review we ask whether that’s enough to justify the higher price.
Devialet takes things up a level with its Phantom Elevate wireless speaker
Devialet takes things up a level with its Phantom Elevate wireless speaker
Devialet's newest member of its stylish Phantom wireless speaker line, the Phantom Elevate, cuts price but boosts power and sound.
Riva Festival multiroom speaker review
Riva Festival multiroom speaker review
Great looks, a massive number of input options, and wide stereophonic sound make the Riva Festival an excellent multiroom option.
Harmon Kardon Invoke review
Harmon Kardon Invoke review
Sleek lines, great sound and smart home device control make a solid smart speaker debut for Microsoft’s Cortana. But can it compete with Amazon Alexa? And what of Apple's HomePod?
The Moto Smart Speaker adds a little Alexa to your smartphone
The Moto Smart Speaker adds a little Alexa to your smartphone
Lenovo's new Moto Smart Speaker adds the Alexa assistant, two speakers, and four microphones to the company's Moto Z series phones.
The Ecoboulder+ Bluetooth speaker can do almost anything — even open your beer
The Ecoboulder+ Bluetooth speaker can do almost anything — even open your beer
Ecoxgear's new portable speaker, the Ecoboulder+, is armored like a tank and tricked out like a Swiss Army knife.
Riva Arena compact multiroom speaker review
Riva Arena compact multiroom speaker review
Our Riva Arena review reveals a feature-packed multiroom speaker with excellent audio quality and streaming versatility.
Divoom Timebox Mini review
Divoom Timebox Mini review
We take a closer look at exactly what this pixel art Bluetooth speaker has to offer in our Divoom Timebox Mini review.
Keep everything charged out in the wild with the Kody backpack
Keep everything charged out in the wild with the Kody backpack
In these modern times, a backpack can be more than just a bag to hold belongings. The Kody backpack was designed for people on the go.
Olly, a personality-laden robot assistant, is available on Indiegogo
Olly, a personality-laden robot assistant, is available on Indiegogo
At CES 2017, Emotech introduced Olly, a personal assistant and smart home controller that develops a personality.
Q Acoustics M2 Soundbase hands-on review
Q Acoustics M2 Soundbase hands-on review
In our M2 Soundbase hands-on review, we see how Q Acoustics delivers better sound than your TV speakers, without crowding your TV stand.
Our LG SJ9 soundbar setup and unboxing guide makes installation a cinch
Our LG SJ9 soundbar setup and unboxing guide makes installation a cinch
Need assistance getting your new soundbar up and running? Our LG SJ9 soundbar setup & unboxing guide is here to help.
Enjoy crisp audio with our Samsung Sound + soundbar setup and unboxing guide
Enjoy crisp audio with our Samsung Sound + soundbar setup and unboxing guide
Samsung's HW-MS650 fills the room with sound affordably. Our Samsung Sound + soundbar setup and unboxing guide will help get you started.
Samsung HW-K950 Atmos soundbar unboxing and setup: Get your new audio rocking
Samsung HW-K950 Atmos soundbar unboxing and setup: Get your new audio rocking
In our Samsung HW-K950 Atmos soundbar unboxing and setup video, you'll see what it takes to have the system sounding great in no time.
Tired of the Echo? Try the Chorus from Fabriq for your Alexa needs instead
Tired of the Echo? Try the Chorus from Fabriq for your Alexa needs instead
Chorus is a smart speaker that melds Alexa's far-field voice recognition technology with high-quality sound and multi-room connectivity.
Yamaha YAS-706 soundbar setup and unboxing: Turn a TV room into a soundstage
Yamaha YAS-706 soundbar setup and unboxing: Turn a TV room into a soundstage
Yamaha's $1,000 soundbar is excellent, but only if you get it working! Our Yamaha YAS-706 soundbar setup & unboxing guide is here to help.