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Apple HomePod smart speaker is now available for pre-order

Apple has begun an assault on home audio, announcing the brand new HomePod speaker system and showcasing brand new multiroom functionality. It's now available for pre-order.
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Got $13K? Fender made 100 perfect replicas of George Harrison’s ’68 Telecaster

Guitar maker Fender has painstakingly recreated George Harrison's guitar from Let It Be and the famous rooftop concert with help from Harrison's family.
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How to buy speakers: A beginner’s guide to home audio

If you know you want great sound but don't know where to start, we've got you covered. From the difference between bookshelf speakers and floorstanders to the proper way to audition them in your home, our buying guide has all the information you need to buy, set up, and manifest your own home audio nirvana.
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How to choose and buy an AV receiver

Today's AV receivers are packed with lots of technology: From understanding watt ratings to Wi-Fi, we explain how to buy one that will last you for years.
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Fret Zealot hands-on review

In our Fret Zealot hands-on review we investigate one of the most interesting pieces of technology to hit guitar education in decades.
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5 songs you need to stream this week: Foxygen, Alicia Keys with Kaytranada, more

Find out what new tracks and albums dropping this week are worth listening to. We've got cuts from Foxygen, Alicia Keys, and more.
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5 songs you need to stream this week: Cloud Nothings, Dirty Projectors, more

Find out what new tracks and albums dropping this week are worth listening to in our top 5 songs to stream.
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5 songs you need to stream this week: Thundercat, Pond, and more

Find out what new tracks and albums dropping this week are worth listening to in our top 5 songs to stream. We've got cuts from Thundercat and more.
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5 songs you need to stream this week: Bob Dylan, Mac Demarco, and more

Find out what new tracks and albums dropping this week are worth listening to with our top 5 songs to stream. Up this week: Bob Dylan, more.
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5 songs you need to stream this week: Run The Jewels, The Veils, and more

See what tracks and albums dropping this week are worth listening to in our top 5 songs to stream. We've got cuts from Run the Jewels, more.
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5 songs you need to stream this week: Animal Collective, Hoops, and more

Find out what new tracks and albums dropping this week are worth listening to in our top 5 songs to stream.
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Vizio Smartcast Crave Pro review

Good looks, solid controls, and massive volume are all on the side of Vizio’s affordable Sonos competitor, but a hefty helping of bass clouds the picture.
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5 songs you need to stream this week: Frank Ocean, The Shins, and more

Find out what five new tracks dropping this week are worth listening to in our 5 songs to stream. We've got cuts from Frank Ocean and more.
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5 songs you need to stream this week: Kendrick Lamar, Angel Olsen, and more

Find out what five new tracks dropping this week are worth listening to in our 5 songs to stream. We've got cuts from Kendrick Lamar, more.
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Amazon Fire TV and Alexa are built right into Element’s new 4K TV

Element Electronics has announced the first-ever TV with Amazon Fire built in, using Amazon's acclaimed Alexa voice recognition software.
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Anker's Eufy Genie gives you Alexa and more, all on the cheap

Anker's new Eufy Genie smart speaker embraces Alexa at an low price point, letting you ask questions, stream music, and control devices.
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Amazon’s new Fire TV with Alexa does everything Apple TV doesn’t

A new Amazon Fire TV dongle will bring excellent picture and Alexa integration to your big screen for just $70.
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Jack White’s label makes mysterious promise to create vinyl history on July 30

Jack White's Third Man Records imprint has announced that it plans to make vinyl history on July 30 via a cryptic space-themed video.
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Watch: Jack White’s Icarus takes vinyl to new heights, plays first record in space

Jack White's Third Man Records has made history, successfully launching and playing the first vinyl record in the stratosphere.
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Hulu officially launches $40-per-month live TV streaming option with 50+ channels

Internet video giant Hulu has officially launched its long-awaited live TV streaming service, a $40-per-month option with over 50 channels.
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Playboy’s new music app pairs scantily clad models with best new music

Playboy has partnered up with media company BAMM.tv to release a new Playboy Music app, which will feature up-and-coming musicians and models.
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The best songs about friendship

Friendship is a theme that spans all genres of music. Grab a pal and take a listen to the best songs about friendship.
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Let it pour: Here are the 25 best songs about rain

Whether you're feeling down or praying for a downpour, there's something for everyone in these songs about rain.
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New partnership will bring hundreds of live concerts to virtual reality headsets

Production companies Live Nation and NextVR will team up to bring fans to hundreds of live concerts in virtual reality starting this summer.
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Vizio’s new TVs and soundbars go on sale today. Here’s where and for how much

Vizio announced pricing and specs for all of its latest TV and soundbar models, offering a wide range of awesome choices for your home theater upgrade, especially with upcoming support for Apple Airplay 2 and HomeKit coming to its SmartCast 3.0 smart TV platform.
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Battle of the best workout buds: Beats Powerbeats Pro vs. Jabra Elite Active 65t

Jabra's Elite Active 65t have become some of the most universally acclaimed true wireless headphones on the market since their launch in 2018. From fit to functionality, here's how the new Powerbeats Pro from Apple-owned Beats compete with our favorite wireless workout earbuds.
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Walmart deal drops the price of the 55-inch TCL 4K Roku smart TV to just $338

Was last weekend's Game of Thrones streaming experience lacking? Look no further than this 55-inch TCL TV, which features built-in Roku functionality, and can be had at Walmart for just $338. With 4K resolution and high dynamic range, your favorite new shows will have never looked as vibrant.
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Kendrick Lamar leads this year’s Grammy Awards pack with 11 nominations

Compton-based rapper Kendrick Lamar leads the pack in nominations for this year's Grammy Awards with 11, most of which from To Pimp A Butterfly.
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Bower & Wilkins 700 Series makes the company's best speaker tech affordable

The new Bowers & Wilkins 700 Series speaker line shares technology from the company's 800 Series Diamond line at a fraction of the price.
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Sennheiser Momentum Wireless 3 vs. Sony WH-1000XM3: Premium headphones shootout

We pit the latest flagship headphones from Sony and Sennheiser against each other in this head-to-head comparison to help you decide which pair of premium noise-canceling headphones is better for you. Here's how the Sennheiser Momentum Wireless 3 and Sony WH-1000XM3 stack up against each other.
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From soundbars to headphones, here are the best last-minute audio deals

Whether you're looking for a great new pair of headphones or a fantastic new soundbar to bolster the sound of your brand-new television, these are the best audio deals to be found this holiday season. We've scoured the internet to find you the best discounts on the highest-quality gear.
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Sennheiser Momentum 3 vs. Bose Noise Cancelling 700: Over-ears, head-to-head

We pit the Sennheiser Momentum 3 over-ear headphones against the closest competitor from Bose, the Noise Cancelling 700. Which pair has better noise canceling, sound quality, fit, and features? We put them head-to-head in each category to find out. Here are the results.
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The best vinyl setups for any budget

From simple and affordable to sleek and swanky, these three incredible vinyl setups will allow you to listen to your favorite records with outstanding fidelity. Take the joy of listening to your growing analog audio collection to the next level, whether you're new to the hobby or a longtime listener.
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JLab Epic Air Sport review

With excellent battery life, great controls, and fantastic dust and water resistance, JLab’s latest workout buds are the new pair to beat, taking everything we like about the Powerbeats Pro but lopping a healthy $100 off the price tag. If you’re looking to break a sweat and never want to worry about losing an earbud, these are the headphones for you.