There's no doubt that the JBL Bar 9.1's detachable fully wireless Dolby Atmos surround modules are convenient, but are they worth $1,000? We put it to the test.

Pearl Jam has a treat for fans who are stuck at home: The band's Gigaton album will be presented as a free visual experience on Apple devices with Dolby tech.

The TCL Alto 7, LG SL4Y, Vizio SB36512-F6, and Sonos Beam soundbars are on sale at Best Buy right now for as little as $80.

We've found a couple of excellent deals on the Sonos One SL wireless speaker and Sonos Beam soundbar at Best Buy that let you in on $50 worth of savings.

Upgrade your home theater’s music department with these affordable TCL, Vizio, and Sonos soundbars on Best Buy for as low as $80 with savings up to $50 off.

Most Bluetooth speakers are small, personal devices that emphasize portability over power. Not so with the Marshall Tufton. It's a no-compromises crowd-pleaser.

Marshall has announced the newest addition to its smart speaker family, and it happens to be the smallest. The Uxbridge Voice will be available in early April.

Ultimate Ears has announced the UE Hyperboom, a huge Bluetooth speaker designed to easily play music, and play it loud enough to be the foundation of any party

Huawei has partnered with French audio experts on the Sound X speaker. Its sound quality will surprise you.

A new study has shown that unintended activations of smart speakers could occur as many as 19 times a day, with the longest activations lasting up to 43 seconds.

Roku's software update allows you to link up the company’s Soundbar, Subwoofer and Roku Wireless Speakers for a surround setup that costs just $500.

This year, there's no better wingman for your Valentine's Day than Alexa or Google Assistant. Here's how to use your smart speakers to light a spark this February 14.

4K TVs nowadays have pretty impressive picture quality, even the cheaper ones. The audio quality? Not so much. That's because they're usually way too thin and don't have room for powerful audio components. For a well-rounded home theater setup, purchase a soundbar. Save up to $72 when you get the Bose Solo 5 and the Samsung HW-R450 soundbars today.

CES 2020 is loaded with cool audio gear, including some of the best and most feature-packed soundbars you'll see this year. We've collected the best the show has to offer all in one place so you can get a jumpstart on the new decade. These are the best soundbars of CES 2020.

LG's 2020 collection of soundbars made its official debut at CES 2020 in Las Vegas. The new models feature Dolby Atmos and DTS:X as well as a new feature, supported by A.I., that lets them automatically adjust their settings based on the acoustics of the room.

Klipsch's new powered bookshelves have a slick trick up their sleeves: HDMI ARC connection. That means, as long as your TV has HDMI ARC, you can now use a single remote for your powered speakers, letting music lovers rock out in full force while enjoying all the convenience of soundbar control.

JBL is showing off some impressive new audio gear for CES 2020, including two new pairs of true wireless earbuds at affordable price points, a feature-packed new pair of over-ears with graphene drivers and noise cancellation, and JBL's first Dolby Atmos soundbar with detachable speakers.

We've seen a lot of cool stuff at CES 2020 so far, but the new smart speaker by Royole is pretty special. The Mirage Smart Speaker works with Alexa, just like an Amazon Echo, but instead of being wrapped in fabric, it has a touchscreen display. It also has a 5MP camera and a passive bass radiator.

The TCL Alto 9+ isn't new -- TCL showed it off at IFA 2019 in September -- but that didn't stop it from making an appearance at CES 2020. Its reason for being there? To showcase Roku TV Ready in action, a new initiative that allows people to control their soundbar using their Roku TV Remote

Think soundbars are pretty much all alike? Take a look at Vizio's new lineup, which includes its new flagship Elevate that rotates its speakers upward automatically for Dolby Atmos sound. With three fully redesigned soundbar series, Vizio's CES 2020 audio showcase is a whole new bag.

Amazon Alexa and Fire TV are coming to way more devices in 2020. At CES 2020, Amazon announced that hands-free Alexa will be showing up on new TVs from LG and Samsung and that its Fire TV Edition platform for third-party electronics makers will be in 150 new devices including soundbars and in-car entertainment systems.

A new Microsoft patent suggests the company might be preparing to release a new Skype-focused smart speaker. Last month Microsoft filed a patent for an iPhone-focused "Skype dock." The new device would have a built-in projector that allows for 3D reconstructions during Skype calls.

Klipsch has joined the ranks of companies that are offering true wireless earbuds with active noise cancellation, but unlike other companies, it has partnered with McLaren Racing to produce some special editions of these headphones. It's also using CES 2020 to debut some new Dolby Atmos soundbars.

Initially pegged for a spring 2019 release, the Samsung Galaxy Home smart speaker ended up being a no-show in 2019. Samsung's experience signals what we already knew about the premium segment of the smart speaker market -- it’s tough to crack, even if you're an established company.

Amazon’s third-generation Echo Dot puts on some weight and comes dressed in a warmer, more welcoming design. The result is a better-looking Alexa device with good enough sound quality to deserve being called a speaker. In our Amazon Echo Dot review, we dig into what’s new and discuss whether this speaker deserves a home within your home. Turns out, the answer is probably yes.

We'll see all sorts of fun new audio toys at CES 2020, but the biggest trends will center around true wireless earbuds and immersive audio formats. Here's some background on the latest advancements in fully wireless earbuds and formats like Dolby Atmos that we expect to feature heavily in Vegas this year.

Those looking for better TV sound on a budget might well want to check out the new $249 Denon DHT-S216. It's a bare-bones home theater soundbar with Denon's reputation for quality audio. It features two built-in subwoofers so there's no need for other gear, and a single HDMI connection will get you going in minutes.

Did you grab a new TV ahead of the holiday season? If you could do with an audio upgrade for your home theater, take a look at this affordable 2.1-channel soundbar by TCL. Usually going for $180, Amazon's Cyber Monday discount gets you room-booming sound for just $110, plus free shipping.

Cyber Monday is your last chance to score a great deal on a cheap portable speaker. Here are all the best Cyber Monday portable wireless speaker deals we've found for today -- Cyber Monday 2019 -- from the big brands like Beats, Bose, JBL, Sony and Ultimate Ears. Hurry! There are only a few hours left to save money.

In the market for a new soundbar? Consider the Roku Smart Soundbar, which is $30 off at Best Buy for Cyber Monday 2019! It combines upgraded TV audio with a full-fledged streaming platform. If you just scored a basic TV for super cheap on Black Friday, this is a great complement.

Get a new TV for Black Friday? Wish it were smart and had better sound than two tin cans can produce? You could add a Roku stick and a soundbar, but the Roku Smart Soundbar kills both birds with one stone, and a $30 Black Friday discount at Best Buy brings its price down to $150.

When it comes to a terrific movie-watching experience at home, you don't just need a great TV. You also need terrific sound. And what better way to ease into the world of TV audio than with one of our favorite affordable soundbars, the Vizio SB3621n-G8 2.1, which is on sale at Walmart for less than $100.

Hisense unveiled its new R8 Roku TVs and they're an amazing value. Starting at $500 for the 55-inch model, these 4K TVs feature HDR10, Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, and Hisense's own ULED technology which enhances picture quality in real time. They're also compatible with both Alexa and Google Assitant.

Keen to avoid the madness of Black Friday 2019 by taking home a bargain ahead of time? You're in luck — Vizio has discounted its entire soundbar collection, including its flagship Vizio 5.1.4 Home Theater Sound System, which is in the discount bin at $300 off, through Saturday, November 23.