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Ifi Go Link headphone amp/DAC plugged into an iPhone 14 and Sennheiser HD 560S - with magenta LED indicating MQA playback.

Ifi Go Link DAC/amp review: a $59 on-ramp to lossless, hi-res audio

Curious about the world of hi-res and lossless audio? The Ifi Go Link lets you explore the benefits on any device, without breaking the bank.
Jabra Elite 4 in an open charging case held by a hand.

Jabra Elite 4 Review: everyday carry wireless earbuds

With Bluetooth Multipoint and excellent noise cancellation, the Jabra Elite 4 are a great set of daily-driver earbuds.
An iPhone 14 displaying the Sonos app search feature, sitting in front of a Sonos Roam speaker.

Sonos’ new search feature needs work

One of the best Sonos features is its universal search. Now that the company has released a new version of the tool, is it better — or worse?
Pantheone Obsidian in white being held by a woman.

Pantheone’s Obsidian smart speaker puts Alexa in a sharp new body

Just as much a work of sculptural art as it is a speaker, the Panethone Obsidian combines Amazon's Alexa with wireless multiroom audio.
Sonos Era 300 seen from below.

Sonos Era 300 review: the best wireless audio system gets its best speaker yet

With outstanding sound for stereo and Dolby Atmos Music, the Sonos Era 300 wireless smart speaker is the complete package.
A Sonos Era 100 on a dresser.

Sonos Era 100 review: bigger sound, better features

Sonos' newest entry-level wireless smart speaker packs plenty of new features and much more immersive sound – just don't say, hey, Google.
Dolby Atmos audiobooks on Audible.

Audible brings immersive Dolby Atmos to its audiobooks

The popular spatial audio format for movies and music arrives on audiobooks for Audible subscribers.
Leaked images of the purported Sony WF-1000XM5 wireless earbuds.

Leaked images suggests Sony WF-1000XM5 will be smaller, rounder

Leaked photos of what might be Sony's next flagship wireless earbuds show a design that fixes one of the WF-1000XM4's biggest problems.
Sonos Era 300.

Why Sonos Era 300 buyers should switch to Amazon Music

Sonos' newest speaker can deliver Dolby Atmos and hi-res audio, but only one streaming music service offers both formats.
Samsung 2023 S95C (left) and S90C QD-OLED TVs.

Samsung confirms its 2023 QD-OLED TVs start at just $1,900, are available now

Samsung has finally provided pricing and availability on its full 2023 QD-OLED TV lineup, including its most affordable S90C models.
Klipsch The Sevens.

Klipsch The Sevens review: skip the AVR and subwoofer; this is all you need

Can a set of powered stereo speakers replace a soundbar? Absolutely. Especially if they're Klipsch's The Sevens.
YouTube TV on Roku.

YouTube TV increases its monthly prices by $8 – is now the time to switch?

YouTube TV has issued its first price increase since 2020, pushing the cost of a monthly subscription to $73.
Ikea Vappeby Portable Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker in black.

This tiny Ikea waterproof Bluetooth speaker is just $15

Ikea has a reputation for affordably priced products. but this tiny speaker is crazy cheap at just $15.
An example of YouTube TV's multiview feature.

YouTube TV rolls out multiview: watch up to 4 NCAA games at once

Just in time for March Madness, YouTube TV is launching a multiview experience that lets viewers watch up to four NCAA games at the same time.
M&D MH40 Wireless 2023.

Master & Dynamic MH40 Wireless 2023 review: pricier, but worth it

Master & Dynamic has updated its MH40 Wireless cans with some new internals and a heftier price while leaving its unique style alone.
Sonos Era 300 close-up of Bluetooth button.

Bluetooth on Sonos’ new Era speakers isn’t what you think – it’s better

The Sonos Era 100 and 300 might be the company's first in-home speakers to offer Bluetooth, but they don't work like Sonos' first Bluetooth speaker.
An example of the difference between Dolby Vision and regular HDR.

What is Dolby Vision? The dynamic HDR format fully explained

If you're shopping for 4K TVs, you've probably seen Dolby Vision as a feature. But what exactly is Dolby Vision? We have all the answers here.
Wiim Pro.

Wiim Pro review: This little black box could be Sonos’ worst nightmare

The Wiim Pro is an unapologetic clone of the Sonos Port that manages to improve on that device's features at a fraction of the price.
Apple Music Classical is a standalone app for classical music fans.

Apple Music launches standalone app for classical music

Classical music fans will soon get their own app for accessing the Apple Music service.
Sonos Era 100, close-up on logo.

Sonos CEO on Bluetooth epiphany: ‘you have to be humble enough to listen to customers’

In an interview with Digital Trends, Sonos CEO Patrick Spence explains why the company changed its tune on Bluetooth, and what might be in store for future products.
Sonos Era 300.

Sonos Era 100 and Era 300 first impressions: it’s all about immersion

Sonos' new speakers are designed to deliver more than just mono -- do they succeed? Here's an early look.
Sonos Era 300 and Era 100 side by side.

Sonos’ new Era 100 and Era 300 wireless speakers go all-in on spatial audio and Bluetooth

Sonos has officially unveiled its new Era 100 and Era 300 wireless smart speakers, its first home products with Bluetooth.
Example of screen burn-in on an OLED TV.

Does QD-OLED have a burn-in problem?

Samsung has thrown a lot of shade at LG's OLED TVs over the years over potential burn-in problems. Have the tables finally turned?
Sony WF-1000XM4

Bluetooth Multipoint finally arrives on Sony’s best wireless earbuds

Sony finally adds simultaneous device use to the WF-1000XM4 after originally saying the feature would be added in November 2022.
Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-1600SW seen with other Reference Premiere speakers.

Klipsch’s new Reference Premiere subwoofers kick some serious bass

Fans of Klipsch's Reference Premiere speakers now have a family of powered subwoofers to choose from, with up to 1600 watts of peak power.
NuraTrue Pro inside charging case, held by hand.

NuraTrue Pro review: come for the lossless audio, stay for the sound

As one of the only wireless earbuds to support aptX Lossless, the NuraTrue Pro are aimed at audiophiles. Is that enough to justify their lofty price?
Skullcandy x Burton Crusher Evo worn by Anna Gasser.

Skullcandy and legendary snowboard brand Burton launch new collaboration

Skullcandy has created a limited-edition set of headphones and earbuds featuring graphic elements from Burton.
LG G3 OLED evo 4K TV seen wall-mounted.

LG releases 2023 OLED TV prices: evo G3 starts at $2,500, preorders start March 6

LG's 2023 OLED TV lineup has been fully priced, with its flagship G3 4K OLED starting at $2,500.
PSB M4U8 wireless headphones.

The first wireless hi-res headphones with UWB will arrive in 2024

A new partnership between PSB Speakers, MQA, and Sonical will bring the first UWB-enabled wireless headphones, beating the sound quality of Bluetooth.
Handoff between Apple iPhone and Apple HomePod second-gen.

C’mon, Apple — if Sonos can admit it was wrong about Bluetooth, so can you

Sonos and Apple have many things in common, including their resistance to offering Bluetooth on their smart speakers. We think that should change.
Spotify app icon on iPhone.

Spotify’s new AI-driven DJ spins tracks just for you

Spotify is rolling out a new feature that gives you an AI-based DJ to introduce and comment on your music.
A man with a cochlear hearing implant listens to TV audio.

Amazon Fire TVs can stream directly to hearing implants

Select Fire TV models can now stream audio directly to Bluetooth-enabled cochlear hearing implants, eliminating the need for extra devices.
Beats Fit Pro in Tidal Blue, Coral Pink, and Volt Yellow.

Beats drops three new colors for the Fit Pro, including a eyeball-searing yellow

The Beats Fit Pro, arguably some of the best workout earbuds you can buy, are now available in Coral Pink, Tidal Blue, and Volt Yellow.
Samsung's 2023 Neo QLED 4K and 8K TVs.

Samsung’s 2023 Neo QLED TVs start at $1,200 — and you can buy them this week

Samsung has finally released most of its 2023 Neo QLED TV prices for both 4K and 8K models.