The fault in our bars: Making the case for old-school home theater speakers
In the right situation, soundbars can be a welcome addition to an A/V setup. But when compared to a traditional, wired home theater setup, soundbars falter.
Bluesound Pulse Soundbar 2i: Great sound in a bad UI
Though it sounds great -- especially for music -- the Pulse Soundbar 2i is not winning any beauty contests and its user interface is confusing and convoluted.
Smart speaker or smart display: Which should you buy?
Smart displays are incredibly functional, but it may not be worth the cost if you don't frequently use the added features.
Klipsch The Fives review: Soundbar killers
The Fives by Klipsch are the first powered speakers that are HDMI ARC compatible, and they put soundbars to shame with their incredible audio quality.
This Vizio 5.2.1 soundbar system is on sale for only $350 — save $170
Easy to set up, the Vizio5.1.2-channel soundbar system offers peak sound with only a few speakers and a wireless subwoofer, now more than 30% off at Dell.
Best Buy discounts must-have LG, Samsung, and Vizio soundbars for 4th of July
Upgrade your TV's audio with a soundbar. Here are great options from LG, Vizio, and Samsung, all of which are discounted as part of the 4th of July sales.
Polk Audio’s new MagniFi 2 soundbar features immersive sound tech
The MagniFi 2 soundbar from Polk Audio will use several technological features to help its six-driver setup and wireless subwoofer create the ideal sound stage.
Sony HT-G700 review: Virtually irresistible
Sony's newest soundbar, the HT-G700, is a 3.1-channel soundbar that the company claims can reproduce up to 7.1.2 surround sound thanks to processing technology.
Having a backyard bash? Your smart speaker could pose a security risk
Smart speakers may be great choices for controlling your smart home, but they aren't the best picks for outdoor party speakers. Here's why Bluetooth is better.
Klipsch’s ‘The Fives’ are stunning TV speakers that challenge soundbar trends
Almost scoffing at the sound quality of typical single-soundbar home theaters, Klipsch promises incredible audio quality from its bookshelf-style TV speakers.
The next Google Home needs more than just better audio quality to be successful
The original Google Home has been on the market for four years without any sign of an upgrade, but a new one may be imminent. We speculate on possible features.
LG, Samsung, Sonos, and Vizio soundbars discounted for Father’s Day
Nab one of these early Father’s Day soundbar system deals from $200 on Best Buy from brands like LG, Samsung, Sonos, and Vizio, and save up to $200.
LG SN11RG soundbar review: Compact cinematic experience
LG's new SN11RG Soundbar is a 7.1.4 system that supports Hi-Res audio, Dolby Atmos, and a ton of other audio formats, as well as built-in Google Assistant.
Samsung’s 2020 soundbar lineup adds Dolby Atmos to your TV starting at $700
Samsung has formally announced its full 2020 soundbar lineup including its Q Series flagship models with wireless subwoofers, surround modules, and Dolby Atmos.
Samsung’s new outdoor TVs and soundbars arrive in time for summer soirées
Samsung's The Terrace lineup aims to break into the outdoor entertainment market, previously dominated by the custom installation business.
Sony’s HT-G700 could be the ultimate Dolby Atmos soundbar on a budget
OK, maybe $599 isn't quite a budget-friendly product. But, compared to many other options out there, Sony's new soundbar may offer affordable Dolby Atmos.
The Samsung Galaxy Home is still MIA. Will it ever be released?
The Samsung Galaxy Home has missed numerous deadlines and has lost its "coming soon" page. Samsung has provided no official statement.
Xbox One X review: Still the most powerful console
The Xbox One X is the most powerful game console, but is that enough to make it worth upgrading? Find out in our review.
Sonos debuts the $799 Arc, its first Dolby Atmos wireless soundbar
Today Sonos has replaced both its Playbar and Playbase speakers with the Arc, a big, bold Dolby Atmos-capable soundbar with AirPlay 2 and smart speaker options.
HomePod problems Apple should fix
Considering purchasing Apple's HomePod? Though it has several perks, there are still some major problems that make Apple's HomePod smart speaker undesirable.
Polk Audio’s Signa S3 soundbar bundles Chromecast on a budget
Polk Audio's newest addition to it's Signa Series is the Signa S3 soundbar, a system that includes a wireless subwoofer and built-in Chromecast Audio support.
LG adds five Dolby Atmos soundbars to its 2020 lineup
LG announced pricing and availability for its 2020 lineup of soundbars, which includes seven different models — five of which with Dolby Atmos support.
Sonos rumored to be making new Dolby Atmos Playbar, Sub
An unconfirmed rumor suggests that Sonos is getting ready to release a trio of new products, which are expected to be a new Sonos Playbar, Sub, and Play:5.
JBL Bar 9.1 review: Wireless Dolby Atmos with a few flaws
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.
Free on Apple TV: Pearl Jam’s new album is now a Dolby Vision/Atmos experience
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.
Cheap soundbars: Save on LG, Sonos, TCL, and Vizio at Best Buy
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.
Sonos Sale: Big discounts on Sonos One SL smart speaker and Sonos Beam soundbar
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.
Cheap Soundbars: Huge savings on Sonos, TCL, Vizio at Best Buy
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.
Marshall Tufton Bluetooth speaker review: Big, bold block rocker
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 adds the compact Uxbridge Voice to its smart speaker lineup
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 Hyperboom review: Big bass in a Bluetooth speaker
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’s cylindrical Sound X smart speaker has a French connection
Huawei has partnered with French audio experts on the Sound X speaker. Its sound quality will surprise you.
Alexa is listening to your chat more than you think, study suggests
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 surround sound system is simple, immersive, and not for everyone
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.