Amazon’s set-top Apple TV competitor looks primed for an April 2 launch
The media giant today issued invitations to an "Update On Our Video Business" next Wednesday in New York. The box is set to compete with Google and Apple.
Starz and Major League Gaming arrive on the Xbox with new TV Everywhere apps
Microsoft announced earlier this week that Starz would be launching its Encore and MoviePlex Play aps to the Xbox 360 lineup. Xbox One will get an EPIX app.
Pyle aims to bring back the glory of the 80’s by putting 1000 watts on your shoulder.
Pyle is dragging the chunky, loud boomboxes of the 80's kicking and screaming into the 21st century, and it looks pretty fun.
MartinLogan’s Crescendo brings sexy back to wireless speakers
MartinLogan's Bluetooth- and AirPlay-enabled Crescendo bring's the company's vaunted Folded Motion tweeter technology to the wireless speaker world.
Record videos on the sly with this video camera that looks like a car remote
The HD RemoteCam is the latest entry in Swann's line of "mini video" surveillance devices, and it's capable of capturing 1280x720p AVI video for just $70.
Neptor’s colorful NPSP01-BL is cuter than your Bluetooth speaker
At $50, the Neptor NPSP01-BL seems like a fair deal for those looking for a simple and subtle portable speaker with modern conveniences. Oh, and it's cute.
Pendulumic’s steampunk-inspired headphones get all post-Victorian on your ears
Brand-new startup Pendulumic is kicking off its career in headphone design and creation with two audiophile pairs: the very similar S1 Stance and M1 Motion.
Jabra’s low-profile Rox Wireless earbuds may be simple, but they affordably do the trick
The Bluetooth- and NFC-compatible earbuds have power-saving magnets on each side — simply click them together (forming a necklace) to conserve battery.
Quip, a promising, pillow-shaped Bluetooth speaker, vows to not go soft on sound
Over at Kickstarter.com, the Quip's maker is hoping to gather $340,000 more to reach its funding goal and get the advanced portable speaker out this fall.
States jump aboard Justice Department probe of Comcast-Time Warner merger
Florida and an undetermined number of states will assist in the Justice Department's probe of the Comcast-Time Warner merger, helping determine legality.
Paradigm’s Millenia 2.1 CT2 is an upgrade on an already stellar all-in-one audio system
This sort of "express" model of Paradigm's MilleniaOne CT system is all you need to bring a big sound to your home theater — it doesn't require a receiver.
Sunfire’s Atmos is only eight inches tall, but powerful enough blow you out of the room
The subwoofer is supremely beefy despite its size. 8 inches tall with a hefty weight of 40 lbs, the 1400-watt sub has a footprint smaller than an Xbox 360.
Sceptre bolsters its Roku-ready line with an energy-efficient 50-inch LED HDTV
Sceptre has gained a "budget" reputation over the years, but recent moves, including this efficiently bundled, feature-rich TV, may be widening its reach.
Amazon thinks outside the box for streaming service, plans Chromecast-like dongle
The multi-service provider is rumored to be developing a dongle, not a box, for its streaming services.
Morgan Stanley study points to a steadily growing number of cord-cutters
A recent Morgan Stanley report indicates cord-cutting is on the rise and is expected to continue rising in the years to come, with young adults leading the charge.
Netflix adds three DreamWorks originals, including Shrek and Madagascar spin-offs
Included are two spinoffs from the Shrek and Madagascar universes, as well as a reboot of Veggie Tales. Netflix also announced new episodes of"Turbo FAST."
3-Play lets up to three DJs wirelessly rock nearly any audio system
Grace Digital's 3-Play Bluetooth receiver allows up to three users to play DJ simultaneously through nearly any audio system.
Samsung is still king of (smart) TV sales, but Vizio eyes the throne from second place
A recent report from Strategy Analytics details Vizio's strong push in the last quarter of 2013 that led having the second-largest share of the market.
Will Kinivo’s compact M2 Bluetooth 2.1 speaker system sound as good as it looks?
Available for just $70, the M2 could be a solid 2.1 setup. Aesthetically, it's a beautiful rig that easily blends in at both the home and in the office.
HBO has a la carte streaming ready to go … whenever we stop tolerating cable
The network's CEO addressed earlier this week the company's ability to turn on a dime and offer an entirely broadband-delivered content subscription option.
Beats Music drops API, hopes other apps will soon bundle in compatibility
Hoping that developers will bundle compatibility into their respective apps, Beats Music has released its API, which includes its 20 million-track catalog.
Vimeo fishes for filmmakers with $10 million for VOD content
The fund will also help eligible filmmakers with direct financial support and online marketing services, including development and translation services.
Aether’s smart Cone speaker learns what you like to listen to, and when you want to hear it
Aether's upcoming device pulls content from streaming services, Internet radio stations, podcasts and user data via AirPlay, and remembers your preferences.
You’ll soon be able to “cast” Vudu content onto your TV screen via Chromecast
The Walmart-owned movie rental and streaming service announced today via its blog that users will soon be able to use the Google dongle for Vudu TV-viewing.
Yamaha’s new 4K-friendly AV receiver lets you keep the surround speakers in the front of the room
The new receiver comes standard with Yamaha's new "Cinema Front" feature, allowing users to position all six 5.1 speakers at the front of the room.
Netflix’s new hack pauses video and bookmarks your spot when you drift off to sleep
The collaboration with Fitbit will monitor users' vitals and determine when they fall asleep, wirelessly notifying Netflix to pause and bookmark the spot.
Clio, a nearly invisible speaker, nixes cones to deliver sound with a curved glass sheet
Blending in like a chameleon anywhere in your house, Clearview Audio's new speaker uses unorthodox technology, nixing cones in favor of a glass transducer.
One Llama is an app that listens for danger when you can’t
The technology, though not quite fully realized, will see its first test run when some of its features are released in the One Llama danger-sensing app.
Disney unveils its iTunes-hosted, cloud-based film service, Disney Movies Anywhere
The service will allow users to store Disney, Marvel or Pixar film purchases via the cloud, with the help of its KeyChest (akin to UltraViolet) framework.
Brookstone bolsters its Bluetooth line with Big Blue Party, a sexy indoor-outdoor tower speaker
The Bluetooth speaker tower boasts six drivers, a splash-resistant grille and a sleek, simple design. But its $300 price-point may be a turnoff to some.
Pyle Audio’s Gator lets you take calls and kick out the jams in the shower
This hands-free waterproof Bluetooth speaker from Pyle Audio has a noise-cancelling microphone for calls free of shower-static and easy music listening.
The BassJump 2 USB-powered subwoofer adds “oomph” to your MacBook’s thin onboard audio
This USB-powered sub from Twelve South includes software that enables it to blend its bassy low-end with the more trebly output from MacBook speakers.
Roku said to be considering an IPO in 2014
The manufacturer of the successful digital media player is contemplating an IPO in the U.S. sometime this year, according to sources close to the matter.