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Close-up of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX wireless earbuds.

Bang & Olufsen debuts waterproof Beoplay EX wireless earbuds

Bang & Olufsen's latest wireless earbuds offer more comfort, better sound quality, and better water protection.
Sony HT-S400 soundbar.

Sony HT-S400 review: A tough sell at this price

Sony throws in an excellent wireless subwoofer, but the HT-S400 can't quite justify it's higher price.
Model Kaia Gerber wearing Beats Studio Buds in Ocean Blue.

Beats boasts 3 new colors for Studio Buds, new Android tools

Beats has added three new colors to the Beats Studio Buds lineup, including Sunset Pink, Ocean Blue, and Moon Gray.
Skullcandy/Doritos limited edition 420 Dime wireless earbuds in red.

Skullcandy and Doritos celebrate 4/20 with a ‘joint’ collab

To commemorate the official holiday of cannabis culture, Skullcandy has released a limited, Doritos-themed edition of its Dime wireless earbuds.
A Samsung 85-inch 8K hangs on a living room wall.

8K TV: Everything you need to know about television’s future

More 8K TV options are starting to emerge, and prices are finally coming down. Now is the time to answer all of your 8K questions. Are you ready for the future?
Amazon reviews on a desktop computer, iPad, and iPhone.

Shocker: Amazon reviews still can’t be trusted

A recent survey out of the U.K. found that a surprisingly high number of wireless headphones on Amazon had artificially boosted ratings.
Final Audio ZE3000 wireless earbuds in their charging case.

Final Audio ZE3000 review: Doing one thing really well

Boutique Japanese audio brand, Final Audio has made a no-compromises set of wireless earbuds at a very affordable price.
Spotify Car Thing showing an incoming call.

Spotify’s Car Thing now lets you control your other media

Spotify's Car Thing is getting an upgrade that gives it more abilities like managing phone calls and playing content from non-Spotify sources.
Red Technics 50th anniversary SL-1200 turntable.

Technics drops 50th anniversary SL-1200 turntable

The turntable that single-handedly defined DJ culture for a half-century is back with as a limited-edition 50th anniversary model.
JLab JBuds Air Pro sitting inside their charging case.

JLab JBuds Air Pro drop the price of BT Multipoint to $60

JLab has always built audio products that are incredibly affordable and its latest earbuds bring the price of Bluetooth Multipoint to a new low.
furrion outdoor 4k hdr full sun partial shade tvs aurora tv featured

Furrion’s 4K HDR outdoor TVs can take the heat

For those who live outside for some or all of the year, Furrion's new 4K HDR outdoor TVs can add a little entertainment to even the hottest/brightest locations.
Plex Discover screen.

Plex adds streaming discovery, search, and watchlists

Plex, the software that organizes all of your personal media, can now help you find something to watch on your streaming services, too.
Man wearing Olive Max hearing aids.

Olive Max provides low-cost alternative to hearing aids

They might look like earbuds for athletes, but the Olive Max are actually FDA Class 2 hearing aids that you'll be able to buy without seeing an audiologist.
Man wearing Creative Outlier Pro ANC earbuds.

Creative’s Outlier Pro ANC earbuds have massive battery life

If a bigger battery is what you seek in a set of wireless earbuds, the 15-hour play time of the Creative Outlier Pro looks promising.
Front view of man wearing Monoprice Monolith M1070C.

Monoprice M1070C review: Giant cans miss on planar’s promise

Monoprice attempts to make planar magnetic technology accessible and affordable, but something's definitely missing.
Dyson Zone air-purifying headphones.

Dyson Zone are noise-canceling, air-purifying headphones

The Dyson Zone is a set of noise-canceling headphones that also act as a wearable air purifier for use in dirty, urban landscapes.
Jaybird Vista 2 earbuds in palm with water pouring.

Every true wireless earbud feature explained

There are now hundreds of models of true wireless earbuds available, from $25 to $400. Learn about the features that will matter most to you before you buy.
Sennheiser's Ambeo Soundbar.

Sennheiser brings AirPlay 2 to Ambeo soundbars with Ambeo OS

Owners of Sennheiser's big and bold Ambeo soundbar are going to get several new features including AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, and Tidal Connect.
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1More’s PistonBuds Pro deliver hybrid ANC for $70

1More's latest PistonBuds Pro wireless earbuds are its lowest-priced model with active noise cancellation.
The Devialet Dione soundbar, seen wall-mounted.

Devialet’s first soundbar has 17 drivers and costs $2,400

With eight built-in subwoofers, Devialet says you won't need a dedicated sub when you use its Dolby Atmos-capable Dione soundbar.
Side view of a man wearing Rode NTH-100.

Rode NTH-100 review: Super-comfy studio cans

Rode's first set of headphones are beautifully designed and comfortable, but do they have what it takes to beat the world's favorite studio monitors?
Side view of the Polk MagniFi Mini AX soundbar.

Polk MagniFi Mini AX review: Tiny soundbar, giant TV sound

Polk's latest soundbar squeezes big, bold, and powerful sound into a tiny speaker. But does it do Dolby Atmos as well as other soundbars at this price?
Astell&Kern AK UW100

Astell&Kern AK UW100 review: Seriously great sound

Astell&Kern's first wireless earbuds face some stiff competition, but the $299 AK UW100 sound fantastic.
Ikea Vappeby Bluetooth speaker in blue.

Ikea launches $65 Bluetooth lantern speaker with Spotify Tap

Ikeas' Vappeby Bluetooth speaker is dustproof, water-resistant, and has an LED light. But it's also the first Bluetooth speaker to integrate Spotify Tap.
Chromecast icon seen on a smartphone screen.

What is Chromecast? Google’s wireless streaming tech explained

Google's Chromecast technology is showing up on smart TVs, smart soundbars, and streaming media devices. But what is Chromecast and how does it work?
Bose Soundbar 700

Bose Soundbar 700 review: Simple yet exhilarating sound

Can a single soundbar really provide great home theater sound for TV, movies, and music? If it's the Bose Soundbar 700, then the answer is most definitely, yes.
Bose Smart Soundbar 300

Bose Smart Soundbar 300 review: Sweet sound for small rooms

At $400, the Bose Smart Soundbar 300 isn't cheap, but its tiny frame powers great audio, while its voice assistant options make you a hands-free media master.
Bose Smart Soundbar 900 close-up.

Bose Smart Soundbar 900 review: Atmos adds to the immersion

Bose's first Dolby Atmos soundbar, the Smart Soundbar 900, goes head-to-head with the Sonos Arc -- and the results may surprise you.
1More ComfoBuds Mini seen beside their charging case.

1More ComfoBuds Mini review: Tiny earbuds, big bass

1More's tiny ComfoBuds Mini are aimed at folks who have a hard time getting a comfy fit from other wireless earbuds, but a few flaws keep them from being ideal.
Samsung 2022 QN900B 8K Neo QLED TV.

Samsung prices 2022 4K, 8K, Neo QLED TVs, pre-orders begin

Samsung has released pricing and pre-ordering info on many of its 2022 TVs, including 4K and 8K Neo QLED models, The Frame, and the company's first QD-OLED TV.
Monoprice's Monolith M1000ANC headphones lying flat.

Monoprice’s latest ANC headphones feature spatial audio

Monoprice has leveraged Dirac Virtuo technology to give its Monolith M1000ANC headphones a fun and immersive sound.
Hands seen holding 1More ComfoBuds Mini wireless earbuds.

1More’s $99 ComfoBuds Mini may be the smallest ANC earbuds

Manufacturer 1More has launched what it claims is the smallest set of noise canceling wireless earbuds you can buy, for less than $100.
Side view of Front view of Epson Home Cinema LS11000 4K HDR laser projector.

Epson Home Cinema LS11000: $3999 for 4K, HDR projection

Epson adds a more affordable 4K HDR laser projector to its lineup with the Home Cinema LS11000 4K PRO-UHD laser projector.
Polk Audio's Magnifi Mini AX soundbar.

Polk brings Dolby Atmos to its compact MagniFi soundbar

Polk Audio's MagniFi family of compact soundbars now has a model that's compatible with both Dolby Atmos and DTS:X 3D sound formats.