Focal’s new crazy-expensive Stellia headphones are utterly clear, remarkably open
Focal unveils its latest testament to mobile audiophilia in the new Stellia, a $3,000 pair of closed-back headphones. It's no surprise that the Stellia are luxurious inside and out, but what is surprising is the vast openness of the sound. The Stellia make their official debut at CanJam in NYC this week.
Hands on: Shure SHA900
Shure’s SHA900 portable headphone amp is sleek and sexy if not a bit big, and it portably provides supremely realistic reproduction of all your music. At $1,000, you’d better bring your gold card, though.
Embrace the upsell! Your new TV deserves one of these killer sound systems
No one wants to blow their budget after shelling out for a new TV, but this year we’re asking you to get upsold on sound with our handy guide. We promise, your ears will thank you.
Master and Dynamic MW07 Plus Review: Best wireless sound
Master and Dynamic's MW07 wireless earbuds were a big hit in 2018, but their battery life left something to be desired -- and the competition has only gotten stronger. With tons of new features and nearly triple the battery, the MW07 are a whole new bag. But can they keep up with the crowd?
The best Christmas TV episodes and specials
To help get you in the spirit of the season, we've compiled a list of some of the best Christmas TV episodes and specials you can stream online.
Samsung UN32EH4003 Review
As budget TV’s go, it is hard to do much better than Samsung’s UN32EH4003. Its bright, vivid picture, attractive design and nearly-unbeatable price make it a likely candidate for those looking for an inexpensive bedroom or office TV. Just don’t expect much in the way of sound quality.
Roku rolls out full screen mirroring for Android and Windows devices
Roku announces a new service that will allow Android and Windows phones and PCs to stream anything and everything to its Roku 3 and Roku Streaming stick.
Sling TV now runs $1 per channel as A&E, Lifetime, History and H2 go live (Update)
Dish's Web TV service Sling TV adds A&E, Lifetime, History, and H2 to its swelling core channel pack today.
How the headphone jack helps Samsung out-Apple the king
Samsung’s latest flagship phones and wearables have plenty of exciting new tech to unfurl, but one of the most useful features is also the oldest: The mighty headphone jack. By keeping the aging tech alongside new innovations, Samsung is showing Apple it too can lead the way.
Vizio 5.1.4 Dolby Atmos soundbar review
Soundbars with true Dolby Atmos surround sound have historically been a rich man’s game, often costing well over $1,000. Vizio’s new 5.1.4 Dolby Atmos soundbar undercuts similar competitors by hundreds of dollars, so we spent some quality time with the system to find out if it can hold its own.
Dolby Atmos is great for movies, but wait till you hear what it does for music
At CES 2020, I was given a rare treat: A demo that showcased multiple classic tracks mixed in Dolby Atmos Music, and played back on a high-end Atmos setup. I walked away realizing that, not only is this a viable new format, but also that music mixed in 3D is actually more impactful than movies.
Netflix’s latest price increase heralds the end of streaming’s golden age
Netflix’s recent price rise is just the latest in a string of signs that streaming’s golden age is nearly over. As more services emerge, content will be further partitioned, signaling the end of streaming’s good old days. Soon, we’ll all need to make some serious choices about where to spend our streaming dollars.
Netflix’s ‘Daredevil’ is dead, but star Charlie Cox wants Disney to resurrect it
Charlie Cox became a bona fide star playing the tortured superhero Daredevil before the show was canceled by Netflix after three seasons. We recently spoke with the actor about life after Daredevil, his new play in London with Tom Hiddleston, and his new project working with the legendary Michael Caine.
LG SL9YG soundbar review: Atmos delivers a punch
LG’s latest Dolby Atmos soundbar is loaded with power, features, and quirks, including the lack of a center channel. That said, this distinctive soundbar offers powerful Atmos immersion for a two-piece system, making it worth consideration for those seeking cinematic sound without multiple speakers.
Klipsch Heritage HP-3 headphones review
Klipsch brings serious style and substance to its new audiophile cans. But at $1,200, are they worth the scratch?
Yamaha YAS-207 soundbar review: The default choice
While the company touts the Yamaha YAS-207’s DTS Virtual:X technology as the main selling point, as our review reveals, it’s everything else you get with the 207 that makes this the next soundbar you should buy. The soundbar's attractive $300 price tag doesn't hurt either.
Sennheiser Ambeo soundbar review: Killer Atmos sound
We expected amazing things from Sennheiser’s first soundbar, and with incredible detail, brilliant musicality, and mind-bending Dolby Atmos virtualization, it absolutely delivers. Packing glorious detail and realistic virtual surround, Sennheiser’s $2,500 Ambeo soundbar is a holistic sound solution.
Vizio SB36514-G6 5.1.4-channel Dolby Atmos soundbar review
Vizio’s latest Dolby Atmos soundbar packs serious punch for a price so low it’ll make your head spin. While this soundbar isn’t perfect, it’s loaded with features and packs a full 5.1.4-channel setup at well under $1,000. With the SB36514-G6, just about anyone can afford Atmos.
Yamaha YAS-209 soundbar review
Yamaha’s winning formula for the YAS-207 (our favorite value-packed soundbar for years now) scores another success with the YAS-209, which keeps the major features of its predecessor, while adding extras like Alexa voice control and (eventually) multi-room audio support, all at a still-affordable price point.
Between the Streams: Suicide Squad scrum — is DC in trouble?
This week: Suicide Squad conundrum, alternatives at the box office, a potential Star Wars TV show on ABC, Stranger Things 2 news and more.
Between the Streams: Stranger Things, Trekkie things, and more
This week on Between the Streams: The new Star Trek movie gets high marks, Stranger Things fever breaks out, and Louis CK preps his next hilarious series.
Between the Streams: Logan’s last stand, ‘Iron Fist’ teaser, ‘Justice League’ sizzler
Today we'll be discussing the latest from Marvel and Netflix's epic superhero series, young Han Solo news, Wolverine 3 developments, and so much more!
Between the Streams: Jason Bourne (again), Black Mirror 3, Wonder Woman’s big week
This week, we're talking Matt Damon's Chinese film about monsters and the Great Wall, Wonder Woman's attempts to save the DC universe, and much more.
Watch for little green men! This Bluetooth speaker floats like a flying saucer
The Mars portable speaker dishes out 360 degrees of sound while floating above its base stand like a freaking flying saucer.
This little iPad stand packs built-in speakers to raise your streaming game
Love that iPad but hate the sound? The Amp is an iPad stand with built-in speakers that easily pairs to your device via Bluetooth to offer stereo audio.
3 reasons I’m in love with Apple Music (and the 1 reason I can’t leave Spotify)
Once you crack the code, there are some very cool reasons to give Apple Music a real shot. And one big reason not to.
Say goodbye to the box: The future of home theater has no use for receivers
One of the most intriguing new trends to come out of CES 2019 comes from a technology that has been around for years. WiSA, supported by new LG TVs, PCs, and Xbox consoles, has the potential to cut the wires and change the home theater landscape forever. This could mean the beginning of the end for the A/V receiver.
From Atmos to WiSA: These are the coolest soundbars of CES 2019
While some companies chose not to play this year, CES 2019 still had a ton of impressive soundbars at the show. From Klipsch to Vizio, the soundbars at this year's show brought a ton of new features and plenty of power. We've rounded up the coolest soundbars we saw at the show.
TCL plays it safe on audio for 2019 with new super-simple soundbars
TCL has had a banner year in the TV world, and now the company is introducing two new soundbar lines to pair with its popular Roku TVs. The budget bars will be looking to upset Vizio and others as the best way to upgrade your new TV. But can TCL make as big a splash in audio as it has in video?
Wireless speaker buying guide: Everything you need to know about wireless speakers
Why tether your device to a speaker when you bask in the glow of wireless audio? Here’s our guide on how to pick the best wireless speaker for you.