Make better buds! 7 ways true wireless in-ear headphones need to improve
After years testing virtually every set of true wireless in-ears on the market, we have a number of consistent gripes. From clunky controls to abhorrent battery life, here are our most consistent problems -- and exactly what we hope to see from the next generation of wireless earbuds.
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.
GoPro changed how we watch. Now Jabra wants to change how we listen
Jabra and Red Bull spent two years developing the perfect action microphone, aiming to capture the real sounds of the world's most adventurous athletes without annoying wind or background noise. Learn how the game-changing technology works, and about the unexpected places you may hear it in the future.
JLab’s sweatproof wireless headphones are perfect for earbud-hating gym rats
JLab's latest headphones are a pair of wireless, sweatproof over-ears designed for those who hate the feeling of in-ears during their workouts. Durable, and with 20 hours of battery life to last through a week's worth of workout sessions, they're perfect for earbud-hating gym rats.
Jabra Elite Active 65t review: Spring for this upgrade
Our favorite fully wireless headphones have gained a small but hyper-usable upgrade, adding excellent sweat-proofing for a small price bump. But are Jabra’s new Elite Active 65t in-ears worth the dough, or are the originals good enough for all but the most hardcore workout enthusiasts?
Ultimate Ears Megaboom 3 review
With better waterproofing, increased durability, and flashy new colorways, The Ultimate Ears Megaboom 3 bests its predecessors, offering excellent sound and worry-free performance to adventure-loving listeners on the go. As far as Bluetooth speakers go, it’s hard to do better than this lively cylinder of sound.
Panasonic RP-HD605N headphones review
The name might be a mouthful, but Panasonic’s new noise-canceling headphones offer some of the best value in the segment. With cool features, great battery life, and shockingly great sound, here’s why Panasonic’s RP-HD605N compete with the major players from Sony and Bose at a lower price.
Microsoft’s Surface Headphones will put Cortana in your head on November 19
Microsoft is getting into the headphone game, launching a new Cortana-enabled pair of noise-canceling over-ears it calls the Surface Headphones on November 19. It aims to compete with similar products from Sony and Bose. Can the $350 headphones take the noise-canceling mantle? We’re keen to find out.
Sony UBP-X700 review
If you're after the best possible picture for your 4K TV, you're still going to need an Ultra HD Blu-ray player. With a compact form factor, good remote, extremely easy setup, and support for both HDR10 and Dolby Vision formats, the Sony UBP-X700 may be just the ticket.
The B-Sharp turntable proves high-end audio can become a family heirloom
European Audio Team's B-Sharp turntable offers high-end buyers gorgeous sound and an astonishing build quality, making it a fantastic choice for those who are looking for a lifelong addition to their analog listening arsenal -- and providing the rest of us with yet another piece of gear to lust after.
Master and Dynamic MW07 True Wireless In-Ear Headphones Review
Premium audio brand Master and Dynamic has taken aim at the more elegant (and higher-rolling) side of the true wireless headphone market with its new MW07 model, designed for those who are after gorgeous looks and the best possible sound. Are they worth the dough, or should you stick to more established options?
Bowers and Wilkins PX review
Noise cancellation doesn’t have to ruin sound quality, and Bowers and Wilkins proves it with the PX headphones. In our PX review we matched the company’s first noise-canceling cans against the top options from Bose and Sony to see if they slay the competition, or whether you should save a few bucks to cop a pair of less-stylish headphones.
Focal adds a splash of color to its latest Kanta speaker offerings
French speaker manufacturer Focal has introduced three absolutely stunning new hi-fi speakers as part of its Kanta line, aiming to capture high-end buyers who are after beautiful-looking (and sounding) models for their home cinema or audiophile-grade listening space, featuring flax cones and beryllium tweeters.
Yamaha’s Wi-Fi-enabled turntable lets you stream vinyl anywhere at home
Yamaha launched the MusicCast Vinyl 500 turntable, a Wi-Fi enabled deck that allows you to spin your vinyl in one room and wirelessly stream audio to any MusicCast speaker, providing a cool way to add 21st-century convenience to your favorite analog audio.
Definitive Technology launches two new high-end, Chromecast-enabled soundbars
High-end consumer audio brand Definitive Technology has announced the launch of two new cutting-edge soundbars, offering custom virtual surround sound, Chromecast integration, and gorgeous design for those who want great home theater audio without the footprint of a traditional surround sound system.
Polk’s Signa S2 soundbar/subwoofer combo pumps out great sound at a low price
Polk Audio has announced a new version of its popular Signa soundbar line, the Signa S2. Designed for home theater enthusiasts without corner office budgets, the Signa S2 brings much-desired HDMI ARC connectivity for smart TV owners, allowing them to enjoy better sound than ever.
LG HU80KA laser projector review
Able to sit on your floor or be mounted like a traditional projector, and thanks to built-in smart TV functionality, the LG HU80KA laser projector takes the pain out of cinema-style viewing, making it one of the coolest and most fun additions to add to a living space you can find.
JLab’s true wireless in-ears have six hours of juice in the buds, 32 in the case
JLab has updated its Epic Air true wireless headphones to create the Epic Air Elite, adding upgraded Bluetooth connectivity and the ability to pipe in sound from the outside world. It boasts an industry-leading six hours of battery life in the earbuds, with a whopping 32 hours of charge coming from the charging case.
Jabra Elite Active 65t Amazon Edition brings Alexa to the best wireless buds
The best true wireless headphones on the market -- Jabra's Elite Active 65t -- now come in a special Amazon-exclusive edition that brings the company's Alexa voice control software, and a special new color, to the in-ears, making some of the best headphones on the market even better.
TV speaker buying guide: Everything you need to know
This TV speaker buying guide clearly sets out your speaker options to boost your TV audio for more explosive sound and clearer dialog. Learn about soundbars, soundbases, powered speakers, and home-theater-in-a-box systems, and pick what you think will be best for your space and listening style.
Spotify and Hulu add Showtime to $5-per-month college student plan
Spotify and Hulu have extended their popular $5-per-month student bundle to include acclaimed premium cable channel Showtime, offering those attending an accredited college or university one of the best deals on the internet, and providing them with a new and exciting way to spend their time between classes.
Amazon is working on a free video streaming service for Fire TV owners
Amazon is reportedly working on a brand new free video streaming service for owners of its Fire TV devices, aiming to compete with similar offerings from competitors like Roku. The new service is part of an effort to snag TV advertising revenue -- a $70 billion market.
Master & Dynamic’s ultra-rare Michael Jackson headphones will make you moonwalk
High-end New York audio brand Master and Dynamic has announced a hyper-limited pair of on-ear/over-ear headphones in honor of late pop legend Michael Jackson's 60th birthday. they offer listeners a gorgeous set of headphones with gold accents and special images of the King of Pop doing the moonwalk.
Hands-on with Bang & Olufsen’s sleek, smart Beosound speakers with Google Assistant
Bang & Olufsen's 360-degree Beosound speakers have garnered much acclaim for their cool design and excellent sound. Today, they got a bit smarter, with the company announcing added integration with Google Assistant, making them an interesting ultra-premium smart speaker.
Bose one-ups Apple, Amazon with a $400 smart speaker, two new soundbars
Bose has launched three new smart speakers, adding an Alexa-enabled speaker and two soundbars to its current lineup, chasing Sonos into the world of assistant-integrated whole-home audio. Though it will only have Alexa at launch, the company says Airplay 2 and other assitants will follow.
Pioneer embraces Bluetooth, launches true wireless C8, tethered C7 headphones
Pioneer has launched two new pairs of Bluetooth earbuds, continuing its trend of offering great-sounding and affordable headphones. The new fully wireless C8 and the tethered C7 in-ears take aim at jackless phone owners' wallets, competing against excellent options from Jabra and Apple.
Baywatch’s Alexandra Daddario helps Autotrader search pups like pickups
Popular online car shopping service Autotrader has partnered with Adopt-a-Pet.com this National Dog Day, aiming to connect dog lovers with the shelter dog of their dreams. We spoke to celebrity spokesperson Alexandra Daddario about her own rescue dog, and the clever new site.
JBL 306P MkII review
The JBL 306P MkII are a stylish and affordable set of powered studio monitors geared towards budget conscious content creators. Whether you’re a podcaster, videographer, or bedroom musician, the 306P MkII are a perfect tool to shape the sounds of your latest home project.
No bigger than bullets, these true wireless earbuds redefine ‘tiny’
Rowkin’s Bit Charge Touch offer the kind of compact fully wireless in-ear design many consumers want -- and have a very palatable price -- but that comes at the cost of battery life, easy-to-use buttons, and overall sound quality. Here's what you'll get (and what you won't) from Rowkin's latest.
Say a little prayer for Aretha Franklin: Iconic soul singer passes away at 76
Iconic soul singer Aretha Franklin has passed away at age 76. Considered among the most powerful voices of her generation, Franklin inspired millions with compelling songs about respect, prayer, and love, becoming one of the most important musicians of the 20th and 21st centuries in the process.
BenQ TK800 Review
With gorgeous 4K picture, 3,000 lumens of brightness, and effective HDR performance, the BenQ TK800 projector is an affordable home cinema monster that you don’t have to place in a completely darkened room -- making it one of the most versatile projectors we’ve ever had the pleasure of testing.
MoviePass re-enrolls customers, while Costco offers refunds
MoviePass is reportedly re-enrolling users who had recently canceled the service, giving them an error message when they try to jump ship again. This comes as part of the launch of a new plan from the struggling company, which has increasingly limited the number of films subscribers can see each month.
Dear Hollywood overlords: Please don’t turn the Oscars into the Grammys
The organizers of the Academy Awards are adding a “popular films” category in an attempt to capture more eyes. But if the Grammys -- the closest musical equivalent to the Oscars -- has taught us anything, it’s that kowtowing to popularity and creating confusing categories is a terrible idea.