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Marantz expands its home theater offerings with new flagship receiver, A/V processor

On Wednesday, Marantz announced two new HEOS-enabled flagships in its home theater line: the SR7011 A/V receiver, and the SR7703 A/V processor.
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Sennheiser’s GSP 350 headset aims to tailor sound for each individual gamer

Sennheiser’s latest gaming headset, the GSP 350 offers Dolby 7.1 surround sound and a ton of features while keeping the price below $150.
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Roku just made it much easier for companies to launch new streaming channels

Are you waiting for your favorite website to launch a Roku channel? It might be a whole lot more likely now thanks to the new Roku Direct Publisher.
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Xiaomi’s Mi Box Android TV streaming box is now available in the U.S.

In September, it began to look like Xiaomi’s Mi Box Android TV streaming box would soon finally be available, and that has turned out to be true.
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It looks like it’s the end of the line for the third-generation Apple TV

The third-generation Apple TV has been thoroughly outclassed by its tvOS-powered older sibling, and now it seems that it is finally being discontinued.
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The Readi is a combination Bluetooth speaker and ‘crisis communication device’

The Readi is a stylish Bluetooth speaker and lamp, but it also doubles as a all-in-one kit containing everything you need for emergency communication.
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Bowers & Wilkins calls the P9 Signature its ‘most luxurious headphone to date’

To help celebrate its 50th anniversary, Bowers & Wilkins decided to do what it does best: create headphones. Its newest product is the P9 Signature.
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The Mug+ turns cups into Bluetooth speakers, whether it’s a good idea or not

If you’re sick of your favorite mug only being useful for one specific task, the Mug+ Bluetooth speaker might be exactly what you’re looking for.
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Were you an early Roku 4 buyer? Check your inbox for a discount on the new Roku Ultra

If you were an early buyer of the Roku 4 and aren’t sure you want to upgrade to the new Roku Ultra, a new offer might make the decision easier.
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HBO and Cinemax have arrived on PlayStation Vue, along with a new top-tier plan

After being promised earlier this month, HBO and Cinemax have arrived on PlayStation Vue, either as stand-alone options or as part of the new Ultra plan.
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Beyerdynamic promises hi-fi sound anywhere with its Amiron Home open-back headphones

At the Tokyo Headphone Festival next month, Beyerdynamic will show its new Amiron Home open-back headphones, a successor to its classic T 90 model.
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Spotify launches in Japan, its mobile lyrics feature makes global debut

Spotify is now available in a total of 60 markets worldwide, as it has finally been made available in Japan via an invite-only beta.
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Logitech’s computer speakers also play your music wirelessly from any device

If you are getting tired of using separate speakers for your computer and wireless music playback, Logitech’s new desktop speakers may be the answer.
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Forget discovering new music; Spotify’s latest feature plays only songs you love

Instead of focusing on music discover, Spotify’s latest feature, Daily Mix, takes a different approach, building playlists of songs you already love.
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The Duoecho offers stereo sound in a Bluetooth speaker by splitting in two

Bluetooth speakers are convenient, but they aren’t the best when you want stereo sound. The Duoecho aims to solve that with the power of magnets.
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Optoma aims for the ultimate place-and-play projector with its new GT5500

Optoma’s newest ultra-short throw projector, the GT5500 can produce a 100-inch HD picture from just 13 inches away and can be had for less than $1,500.
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New Roku models are on the way, complete with HDR support

Following FCC filings earlier this month, more leaks are pointing to updated Roku models with more 4K support and for the first time, HDR support.
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Apple is reportedly making progress on its Siri-powered Amazon Echo competitor

Earlier this year, rumors surfaced of Apple working on a Siri-powered Amazon Echo competitor. Now that device has reportedly entered prototype testing.
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Netflix’s original programming offerings are going to keep growing, CFO says

Netflix CFO David Wells says that the company is aiming for 50 percent of its catalog to be made up of original content within the next few years.
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Spiral Groove’s Revolution turntable offers ultra high-end sound and a price to match

With its Revolution Turntable, shipping now, Spiral Groove is offering a combination of premium build and materials along with a price tag to match.
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Denon teams with Amazon to bring Alexa to HEOS multiroom audio systems

Denon’s HEOS multiroom wireless audio system continues to grow, and now it has teamed up with Amazon to bring Alexa support to the HEOS line.
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Control4 debuts Alexa integration, making your smart home a whole lot smarter

Control4 is a major player in whole-home automation, and it wants to make your home even more intelligent with its new integration with Amazon Alexa.
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Jabra goes wireless with its new Elite Sport earbuds

Jabra is already well known for its fitness-focused earbuds, and with its new Elite Sport, it has outdone its previous outings by going fully wireless.
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Pioneer debuts three new Elite series network A/V receivers at CEDIA 2016

Pioneer debuted three new network A/V receivers at CEDIA 2016, including its 11-channel flagship Elite SC-LX901 model, which features multiroom audio.
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JVC's flagship DLA-RS4500 4K projector is the world's first to be THX certified

JVC has introduced its new flagship laser-lit DLA-RS5400 projector, the world's first 4K home theater projector to be THX certified.
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Monoprice brings a treasure trove of audio gear to CEDIA with its new Monolith line

Monoprice already offers plenty of affordable audio gear, but with its new Monolith line it’s adding planar magnetic headphones and more to that list.
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Origin Acoustics, Bang & Olufsen show off new architectural speakers at CEDIA 2016

High-end audio manufacturer Bang & Olufsen and architectural speaker pioneer Origin Acoustics have announced a new partnership at CEDIA 2016.
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Klipsch celebrates 70 years with a boatload of new products at CEDIA

At CEDIA 2016, Klipsch has joined the wireless multiroom audio party, showing off its new Stream series, as well as new sound bars and amplifiers.
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Paradigm reveals its most ambitious speakers yet, plus a pair of sound bars

After showing off its Concept 4F speaker series at CES, Paradigm has unveiled a pair of new sound bars and the Persona by Paradigm series.

Doppler Labs’ supersmart wireless earbuds will be available internationally

Doppler Labs calls its Here One earphones the world’s first in-ear computer, and now the company has announced that they will soon ship in 33 countries.
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Erato doubles down on true wireless in-ear headphones

Following up on its solid Apollo 7 in-ears, Erato Audio is releasing two more pairs of true wireless earphones: the new Muse 5 and Rio 3.
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Can Tidal stay afloat? Streaming service reportedly owes big bucks

Tidal might be gaining subscribers, but that doesn’t mean the it's doing well: It reportedly lost $28 million in 2015 and has more than 100 unpaid bills.
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Yamaha amps up its MusicCast offerings with new speakers, amplifiers, sound bar

Yamaha has already announced a ton of MusicCast wireless multiroom A/V gear this year and now most of it is available for purchase.
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TiVo unleashes its biggest, baddest DVR yet with the new 4K Bolt+

When we reviewed the TiVo Bolt in 2015, we called it the company's best yet, but now its successor has been announced, and it looks pretty impressive.
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TiVo is working on a new DVR, but this one doesn’t plug into your TV

TiVo might have ended support for its original DVR earlier this month, but an FCC filing has revealed a brand new model in the works.
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Astell & Kern’s XB10 lets you use your high-end wired headphones wirelessly

Astell & Kern's new XB10 headphone amp lets you use your wired headphones over Bluetooth in high quality, thanks to the aptX HD connection.
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Onkyo unveils its CEDIA 2016 lineup, including wireless multiroom speaker

Onkyo has unveiled its lineup for CEDIA 2016, including a handful of A/V receivers and the debut of its new NCP-302 wireless multiroom speaker.
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Denon’s newest wired in-ear headphones are designed for audiophiles on the go

Other companies may be scrambling to clip the wires from their headphones, but Denon is taking a different route with its new audiophile-grade in-ears.