The maker of some of our favorite cheap headphones is back with three new models
Headphone maker 1More USA has launched three new models: the wireless MK802 over-ears and iBFree in-ears, as well as the wired Piston Classics.
Samsung sound bars deliver Atmos without all the setup, now available for pre-order
Samsung's HW-K950 and HW-K850 sound bars deliver Dolby Atmos sound without all the setup, and are available for pre-order starting today.
What is Terrarium TV? Here’s everything you need to know
Picking up where Popcorn Time left off, Terrarium TV offered users all the free movies and TV shows they could watch, albeit not in a way that was entirely above board. Now, after a troubled existence, the app's developer has shut it down, and offered an ominous message to users on his way out.
Lynxsonic’s 4:33 headphones offer premium features at a not-so-premium price
If you're looking for a set of wireless headphones that has a similar feature set to Bose's QuietComfort 35 but with a lower price, the Lynxsonic 4:33 is an intriguing new contender on Kickstarter. The headphones offer Bluetooth 5.0, touch-based controls, and claimed 40-hour battery.
Spotify makes its Family plan more enticing with a free Google Home Mini
If you’ve been thinking about signing up for a Spotify Premium Family plan, there has never been a better time. The company is making the plan even more enticing by offering subscribers a free Google Home Mini for a limited time, adding a whole new level of control to your listening experience.
Kef’s LSX wireless speakers are a more affordable follow-up to a modern classic
After wowing us with its LS50 wireless speakers in 2017, Kef is returning to the idea with a new product that promises much of what we loved about its predecessor, only with a new design, updated technologies like AirPlay 2 and a price tag that is half that of the LS50.
Jaybird doubles down on fitness with the Tarah Pro wireless earbuds
Following the release of its Tarah wireless headphones earlier this year, Jaybird is debuting a new model aimed at those who take their fitness seriously with the new Tarah Pro, which feature more than double the battery life of the original plus expanded fit options for maximum comfort.
Nvidia’s Shield TV gets Alexa support and Dolby Atmos for Amazon Prime Video
If you’re the owner of Nvidia’s Shield TV streaming media player and have been getting jealous as you see Alexa voice control coming to other devices, you’re in luck, as Nvidia announced that the device can now work with Amazon Echo devices to bring the power of Alexa to your entertainment experience.
How to watch the World Series, with or without a cable subscription
The 2018 World Series might already be underway, but there are plenty of games left before a winner is declared. Not sure how to watch? Check out our guide to how to watch the remaining games, no matter if you want to watch via cable, an over-the-air antenna, or via a live TV streaming service.
Amazon’s Fire TV Cube gets even more hands-off with enhanced voice control
Navigation menus with a remote is just plain old fashioned at this point, which is why you can now control almost anything with enhanced Alexa voice controls on the Amazon Fire TV Cube, including third-party apps like Netflix, Hulu, and ESPN, with support for even more apps coming in the future.
Google Play Movies & TV users’ 4K libraries are about to grow on their own
If you’ve been using Google Play Movies & TV for a while, you’re about to get a major upgrade, as the service is now upgrading any movies you already own to 4K, regardless of whether you originally bought them in HD or SD resolution. The service is also adding even more ways to watch.
Budget TVs are finally worth buying, and you can thank Roku
Not all that long ago, budget TVs were only worth looking at if, well, you were on a budget. Thanks to Roku and its platform, not only are budget TVs now a viable option for anyone, they might even be a better buy than more expensive TVs, depending on what you're looking for.
How to watch Blu-rays on the Xbox One S and Xbox One X
While the Xbox One S and Xbox One X boost the visual fidelity of your games, they also can pull double-duty as Blu-ray players -- and pretty good ones at that, but there’s a little set up needed before you can start watching. We’re here to show you how to watch Blu-rays on the Xbox One S and Xbox One X.
Facebook might be planning a streaming box for your TV that watches you back
Facebook is reportedly working on a piece of hardware for your living room meant to compete with the likes of the Roku, Amazon Fire TV, and Chromecast. This one has an extra feature in the form of a camera for video calls, something people may not want given the company's recent controversies.
Google Translate busts out of Pixel jail, now works on any Assistant headphones
Google’s Pixel Buds were an attempt from the company to replicate the success of Apple’s AirPods, and while they weren’t great, they had a handy feature in Google Translate integration. Now that incredibly useful feature is available on all Google Assistant-enabled headphones.
Apple Music recommendations could get superpowers thanks to latest acquisition
Apple Music is currently beating rival Spotify in the U.S., and Apple is set on making sure it stays ahead. Following the approval of its Shazam acquisition, a new report has surfaced saying that the company has acquired music analytics firm Asaii, with its founders now members of the Apple Music team.
Dish Network vs. DirecTV: Battle of the satellite TV titans
So, you’ve chosen to go with a satellite television provider, but it comes down to Dish Network vs. DirecTV. What do you pick? Check out our quick rundown of what both offer in terms of content, hardware, and pricing, and why you might choose them over the streaming services they offer.
Free original content is coming to Apple devices, but only if it’s rated PG
Apple has been teasing its own video streaming service for a long time, and has been slowly moving with its own original shows. Now new reports say that the company will bring free original content to its devices next year, but don't expect any blood and gore, as the company will only show PG content.
Sennheiser’s Ambeo AR One in-ears blur the line between the real and the virtual
For a few years now, Sennheiser has been all-in on virtual reality and augmented reality when it comes to its Ambeo line of audio gear, and now it's taking things even further with the Ambeo AR One in-ears, the first product of its kind to be certified by AR pioneer Magic Leap.
AT&T takes aim at Netflix with HBO-led streaming service set for a 2019 launch
HBO fans have worried for some time that parent company AT&T was looking to turn it into Netflix. But after its acquisition of Time Warner, the company is looking to instead launch a new, separate streaming service with programming from HBO, as well as Warner properties like Cartoon Network.
Brainwavz Blu 300 wireless earbuds deliver major water resistance at a low price
Brainwavz is known for its midrange offering like the quad-driver B400 or the 3D-printed B200, but that's not all the company does, as proved by its latest product, the Blu 300 wireless earbuds, which offer IPX7 water resistance at a price low enough to make them an impulse buy.
House of Marley’s corked-back No Bounds XL speaker is waterproof and even floats
Sure, you'll find plenty of waterproof Bluetooth speakers out there, but House of Marley's No Bounds XL takes a unique approach, with a cork-backed design that aids the company's sustainability goals and also helps the speaker float if you happen to drop it in the pool while you're rocking out.
Devialet’s downsized Phantom Reactor speaker still promises huge sound
Devialet's original Phantom speaker was capable of producing an enormous amount of sound, but it wasn't exactly ultra-portable, with a fairly large footprint and the weight to match. Now the company has unveiled the Phantom Reactor, a new take on the speaker that shrinks the size but keeps the sound.
Sony’s gold-plated music player comes to the U.S., along with new in-ears
Sony’s Signature Series is the line it reserves for some of its best of the best when it comes to audio gear, and at the 2018 Rocky Mountain International Audio Fest, the company announced new products coming to the U.S. in the DMP-Z1 digital music player and IER-Z1R in-ear headphones.
Focal’s Elegia headphones quietly make a loud impression
Until now, all of Focal’s higher-end models like the Utopia, Clear, and Clear have used open-back designs, but the company’s new Elegia headphones are its first high-end model to opt to use a closed-back design instead, which makes for better isolation from outside sound.
RHA goes full golf tee with the AirPod-like TrueConnect earbuds
Earlier this year, RHA debuted the CL2, the company's first planar magnetic in-ear headphones. Now it’s following up with another first, which comes in the form of the new TrueConnect, which is RHA’s first set of true wireless earbuds, keeping the brand’s signature style.
Plex’s new web series feature helps take the sting out of its plug-in removal
In September, Plex removed features it said users weren’t using, including plug-ins, which could be used to watch web content. Now Plex is adding built-in support for web series, and the good news is you don’t need a Plex Pass subscription to make use of the new feature.
Amazon packs UHD and HDR in a tiny form factor with the new Fire TV Stick 4K
If you’ve been waiting for a Fire TV in a small form factor that supports 4K Ultra HD content and high dynamic range, that day has finally come, as the company has unveiled the Fire TV 4K. It ships with an all-new Alexa Voice remote at a price that puts it within impulse purchase range.
Netflix is planning more interactive storytelling, starting with ‘Black Mirror’
British science fiction anthology TV series 'Black Mirror' is known for its dark tone and less-than-happy endings, but in the upcoming fifth season, fans will be able to choose just how the show ends, at least in one episode, as Netflix is experimenting with interactive programming.
Caavo’s Control Center puts itself at the center of your TV viewing experience
In early 2017, Caavo unveiled its eponymous new device that promised to seamlessly tie together your home theater, but it was pricey and complicated to set up. The company’s new Caavo Control Center slashes the price and cuts some features the original device offered, but it may be better for it.
With growing competition, Spotify’s family plan crackdown could backfire
Spotify is cracking down on users who share their family plans with friends to help everyone save a little money. The service has begun using a controversial tactic to put a stop to this, which could end up being worse for the company than it might be for users over-sharing their plans.