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The Xming Episode One projector by Formovie.

Formovie’s new Xming Episode One projector is $299 worth of compact cuteness

Formovie's sub-brand, Xming, has just launched a cute and compact 1080p projector. The Episode One is just $300 and is primed for summer movie nights.
On-screen volume adjustment for AirPods using Spotify.

How to make AirPods and AirPods Pro louder and adjust volume settings

Are your new AirPods too quiet for your liking? Here are the best ways to turn up that volume to ensure your AirPods or AirPods Pro are as loud as you want.
The new Q Acoustics 3000c speaker lineup.

Q Acoustics’ new 3000c speakers target entry-level audiophiles

British speaker makers Q Acoustics has just announced its new affordable 3000c series of loudspeakers aimed squarely at entry-level audiophiles.
Sonus Faber Sonetto G2 collection of speakers.

Sonus Faber brings flagship tech to its new Sonetto G2 speakers

Italian speaker makers Sonus Faber announce that its upcoming Sonetto G2 collection will be the first to adopt some tech from its flagship Suprema lineup.
Apple Music Sing on an iPhone.

How to use Apple Music Sing

Apple Music Sing is a new sing-along feature that turns your Apple Music app into a karaoke machine. Here's what you need to know and how to use it.
The Hisense PX3-Pro Laser Cinema.

Hisense’s PX3-Pro Laser Cinema gets AI, a bigger picture, and better sound

Hisense today unveiled its latest ultra short throw projector, the PX3-Pro Laser Cinema. It boast a brighter and bigger image, plus 50 watts of built-in sound.
Cambridge Audio CXA81 integrated amplifier.

Cambridge Audio’s CXA81 Mk II amplifier gets a tune-up and a sweet new DAC

Cambridge Audio announced a slightly improved version of its award-winning CXA81 integrated amplifier, called the CXA81 Mk II. It launches in May for $1,199.
The Bowers & Wilkins Px8 McLaren Edition headphones.

Bowers & Wilkins and McLaren launch special-edition Px8 headphones

Bowers & Wilkins and supercar maker McLaren celebrate their longstanding partnership with a special edition pair of Px8 wireless noise-canceling headphones.
Spotify AI Playlist logo.

Spotify’s new AI Playlist feature uses text prompts to curate playlists

Spotify announced that it is beta testing a new AI Playlist feature to Australian and UK Premium customers that uses text prompts to generate playlists.
The front of the Klipsch Nashville Bluetooth speaker.

Klipsch Nashville review: a rugged, backpack-ready Bluetooth speaker

The Klipsch Nashville Bluetooth speaker is a good-sounding, simple, and rugged Bluetooth speaker that will make a great addition to your summer listening.
The front grille of the BenQ V5000i UST projector.

BenQ V5000i projector review: a big UST that isn’t afraid of bright rooms

BenQ's second UST projector is a beast in size and price, but it's brightness, even in light-filled rooms, and its customization, make it worth considering.
The 2024 Samsung S95D 4K OLED TV (embargoed image)

Samsung unveils pricing and preorder details for its 2024 OLED TVs

Samsung has announced pricing and availability for its much anticipated 2024 OLED TVs, the S95D and S90D. Preorders open today starting at $1,999.
The Spotify Desktop Miniplayer.

Spotify’s new Desktop Miniplayer is a godsend for multitaskers

Spotify has finally listened to the droves of users asking for a smaller, resizable miniplayer for its music and video streaming desktop app.
The 2024 Samsung-QN900D Neo QLED 8K TV.

Samsung’s 2024 Neo QLED TVs are here, and you can preorder them now from $1,200

Samsung announced pricing and availability for its lineup of 2024 Neo QLED 8K and 4K mini-LEDTVs, which can be pre-ordered starting today.
The Q Acoustics M20 HD Powered Wireless Music System on a shelf

Q Acoustics M20 HD review: not just any old Bluetooth speakers

The Q Acoustics M20 HD Powered Wireless Music System punches well above its weight and shouldn't be dismissed as just another set of desktop Bluetooth speakers.
The Cambridge Audio Evo 150 DeLorean Edition integrated amplifier and network streamer, with a DeLorean DMC-12 in the background.

Are you telling me Cambridge Audio built an amplifier … out of a DeLorean?

Cambridge Audio today launched its Evo 150 DeLorean Edition integrated amplifier and network streamer that pays homage to the iconic car's past and present.
Several RCA universal remotes hanging next to each other.

How to program an RCA universal remote

RCA’s lineup of universal remotes is a great alternative to spending double or triple on a first-party TV controller. Here’s how to program your new RCA.
The Q Acoustics 5050 floorstanding speakers in oak.

Q Acoustics’ new 5050 floorstanding speakers are built to fill big rooms with sound

British speaker maker Q Acoustics today launched its new 5050 floorstanding passive speaker, which is the largest in its 5000 series speaker range.
Screengrabs from Spotify's Song Psychic feature.

Spotify’s Song Psychic feature is like a Magic 8 Ball for music

Spotify's new Song Psychic feature hopes to answer some of life's burning questions while suggesting music as answers.
The 2024 LG QNED90T 4K mini-LED TV.

LG’s lineup of 2024 QNED TVs now up for preorder starting at just $850

LG announced pricing and availability for it its lineup of 2024 QNED LED and mini-LED TVs and opened them up for preorders.
The LG SG10TY soundbar.

LG’s OLED Evo-tailored soundbar is available for preorder for $800

Today LG announced that it's latest soundbar, the SG10TY that is meant to pair with its 2024 crop of OLED evo G4 TVs, is available for preorder for $800.
A front view of the LG XBoom LX7 portable party speaker.

LG XBoom XL7 review: a thunderous karaoke party speaker on wheels

Looking to rock your neighbors or belt out karaoke tunes into the night? The LG XBoom XL7 is the portable party speaker and light show to help you do it.
The front of the Kanto Audio REN powered speaker.

Kanto’s new Ren active speakers with HDMI take aim at your TV room

Kanto Audio has announced yet another set of active bookshelf speakers, the Ren. But this time, the company has added HDMI ARC for TV connectivity.
The KEF KC92 subwoofer.

KEF just let the dogs out with its new KC92 and Kube MIE subwoofers

British speaker manufacturer KEF today announced five new subwoofers: the KC92 and a lineup of four new Kube MIE subs ranging from 8 to 15 inches.
The PSB BP8 powered subwoofer agains the side of a couch.

PSB’s new SubSeries BP8 subwoofer pushes 500 watts of pure rumble

Canadian speaker makers PSB have announced a new generation of subwoofers with the SubSeries BP8 that pushes 500 watts of rumble in a compact package.
A The Netflix screen for how to set the primary location.

How to set and change your Netflix primary location

Netflix's crackdown on password sharing will require users to set and even frequently update a primary location for their household. Here's how to do it.
Fubo Instant Headlines feature.

Fubo’s new feature uses AI to pull headlines from live news

Today, sports-focused live TV streaming service Fubo announced its new Instant Headlines feature that uses AI to generate headlines for its live news carousel.
How to delete a Netflix profile on your TV.

How to delete a Netflix profile on a PC, mobile device, or TV

Need to delete an unwanted profile from your Netflix account? You're in the right place . Here's how to do it.
The Cambridge Audio CXN100 Network Streamer.

Cambridge Audio hopes for another hit with its new CXN100 network streamer

British audio device maker Cambridge Audio has unveiled its new flagship network music streamer, the redesigned CXN100.
A Vizio WatchFree promo image.

Vizio brings new channels, features to its booming WatchFree+ streaming service

Vizio's announced today that its free, ad-supported streaming service WatchFree+ is booming. It's added several new channels and more content to its lineup.
The H2O Audio SnowPro headphones.

H2O Audio SnowPro headphones review: a no-go for skiers

If you're looking for a pair of headphones to bring to the slopes, the H2O SnowPros will have you fussing too much with them, on and off the mountain.
The Kanto Ora Reference Desktop Speakers on a desk.

Kanto Audio Ora review: tiny, but mighty desktop speakers

Canadian speaker maker Kanto Audio is no stranger to small speakers that pack a punch, and the Ora Reference Desktop Speakers are no different.
Q Acoustics M40 powered micro-tower wireless audio system in walnut.

Q Acoustics’ new M40 powered towers take aim at the compact sweet spot

British speaker maker Q Acoustics has launched its new M40 powered micro tower speaker system that boasts a smaller footprint and loads of connectivity.
A single sage green KEF LSX II LT wireless speaker.

KEF launches a more affordable version of its coveted LSX II bookshelf speakers

KEF has taken its popular high-end LSX II wireless bookshelf speakers, streamlined them, and are offering them to audio lovers at a more manageable $1,000.
The Dyson Zone air-purifying ANC headphones on a model.

The weirdest and wildest AV gear of 2023

As 2023 comes to a close, we're looking back at some of the more interesting and weirdest audio/visual and home theater gear that wowed us throughout the year.
The new Sony SRS-XV500 party speaker in front of a shelf.

Rock and roll till dawn with Sony’s 25-hour SRS-XV500 party speaker

Sony's newest party speaker, the SRS-XV500, add to the brand's formidable lineup of powerful and fun portable Bluetooth speakers and boasts a 25-hour battery.
The Govee AI Sync Box Kit 2 with a gaming monitor on display at CES 2024.

I checked out Govee’s new AI smart lights and now I want them everywhere

Smart light maker Govee adds enhanced AI capabilities to its Sync Box Kit 2 for gamers and to its Rope Light 2 for making stunning wall light art.
The Xgimi Horizon Max.

Xgimi’s new IMAX Enhanced and ceiling lamp projectors made me see the light

At CES 2024, Xgimi launched its brightest projector yet, the Horizon Max, and Aladdin, a ceiling-lamp/speaker/projector. We had to see them for ourselves.