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McIntosh ML1 MKII speaker on a matching stand, with grille removed.

McIntosh’s new $6,000 speaker is a vintage blast from the past

If you crave a retro vibe in your audio gear, McIntosh's resurrected ML1 might be just the ticket.
Technics EAH-AZ80 in black.

Technics’ new wireless earbuds let you connect three devices at once

The Technics EAH-AZ80 and EAH-AZ60M2 have lots of features like wireless charging and hi-res audio, but it's their multidevice connection ability that's unique.
Beats Studio Buds+ in case with lid open.

Beats Studio Buds+ review: clearly better buds

For $20 more, the Beats Studio Buds+ offer numerous meaningful improvements over the original Studio Buds.
Amazon's new Echo Buds for 2023.

Amazon’s new $50 Echo Buds take aim at Apple’s AirPods

Amazon's new, ultra-affordable Echo Buds wireless earbuds are a clear attempt to clone Apple's AirPods, but at a third of the price.
Samsung 2023 S90C QD-OLED TV.

After years of bashing OLED, Samsung now set to buy panels from LG

An unconfirmed report from Reuters claims that bitter rivals, LG and Samsung, have inked a deal where LG will supply 77- and 83-inch OLED TV panels to Samsung.
Woman wearing Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2.

Skullcandy revives the Crusher ANC with a lower price and Skull-iQ

Skullcandy's latest Crusher ANC headphones get a break on price while they add the convenience of the company's Skull-iQ voice command technology.
TCL Q Class QM8 mini-LED 4K TV.

TCL’s 2023 mini-LED 4K TVs are shockingly affordable

TCL's 2023 TV lineup is here, and it brings the lowest price ever seen on a 98-inch mini-LED TV, the TCL QM8.
An Android phone with the Sonos app showing the music sources tab menu, next to a Sonos Roam wireless speaker.

Android users are about to lose a handy Sonos feature

The Sonos Android app is set to lose the ability to play music files stored locally on phones and tablets.
Close-up of the McIntosh RS250GD special edition Grateful Dead wireless speaker.

McIntosh trots out limited-edition wireless speakers for well-heeled Deadheads

Deadheads have a new and expensive way to show their love for their favorite band: limited edition wireless speakers from McIntosh with Grateful Dead logos.
Final Audio ZE8000 earbuds in front of case.

Final Audio ZE8000 review: distinctive earbuds for discerning ears

Final Audio's ZE8000 are priced high and don't offer many in-demand features, but what they lack in bells and whistles, they make up for with superb sound.
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.
Sony SRS-XV800 being wheeled away with lights on.

Sony’s latest party speaker brings a light show to your next karaoke session

The Sony SRS-XV800 can power a party for 24 hours while it dazzles revelers with a built-in light show.
Sony A80L 4K OLED TV.

Sony releases its 2023 TV prices with one very big exception

Sony TV fans can now see just how much a new 2023 model will run them and when they'll be able to buy one – except for the company's flagship QD-OLED TV.
Sennheiser Momentum Wireless 4

Sennheiser updates its Momentum headphones with personal tuning, hi-res audio

Sennheiser has some new features for owners of its flagship wireless headphones and earbuds that will improve sound quality.
JBL Tour Pro 2 in case, with ambient sound screen displayed.

JBL Tour Pro 2 review: totally tricked-out wireless earbuds

JBL's flagship wireless earbuds are chock-full of high-tech features, with the smartest charging case we've ever seen.
Sonos Era 300.

Just wait until you hear lossless Dolby Atmos Music

Dolby Atmos Music can make your favorite songs sound way more immersive, but streaming services are keeping these spatial tracks from sounding their best.
Sonos Era 300 Bluetooth button.

Bluetooth bandwidth set to double, opening a path for video and lossless audio

The wireless technology that connects millions of devices is set to get a big bump in bandwidth.
Denon DNP-2000NE network media player.

Denon updates its network streamer with HDMI and big price bump

The Denon DNP-2000NE might be the spitting image of the DNP-800NE, but under the hood and around the back, the two are very different, just like their prices.
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.
Master & Dynamic MC300 with MW75 headphones and MW08 Sport earbuds.

Master & Dynamic’s headphone stand is expensive, but undeniably unique

Paying $119 for a chunk of metal that keeps your headphones from lying around seems absurd until you check out the features and design of M&D's MC300.
Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5 in natural aluminum/light oak.

B&O’s picnic basket speaker pumps out 280 watts of power while it charges your phone

Danish audio firm Bang & Olufsen's latest speaker might look like a picnic basket, but under its wooden grille lurks four amps, drivers, and 280 watts of power.
Dyson Zone worn by two models.

Dyson’s bonkers air-purifying headphones hit the U.S. for $949

Dyson has managed to marry a set of noise-canceling wireless headphones with an air purifier, so obviously you're going to buy them for $949, right?
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.
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.
Hisense PX1 Pro Laser TV.

What is a laser TV?

If you want the biggest image possible, for the best price, you want a laser TV. Here's what you need to know.
TCL logo on a TV.

TCL says its QD-OLED TV teaser from CES 2023 was an error

TCL is walking back a previous commitment to launch its first QD-OLED TV in 2023.
Scott Ramirez, vice president of product marketing and development for TCL home theater, at CES 2023.

Is 8K TV dying? It’s not looking good at CES 2023

CES 2023 has shown us a lot of great new TVs, but surprisingly few have featured 8K resolution. Is this the beginning of the end?
Leica Cine 1 Laser TV (angle view, dust cover open).

Leica launches the Hisense-powered $8,300 Cine 1, its first 4K Laser TV, at CES 2023

Leica, a company best-known for high-end cameras and lenses, has debuted its first Laser TV, the Cine 1, which will go on sale later in 2023.
Hisense Smart Mini Laser Cinema.

CES 2023: Hisense’s smallest laser projector is portable and has a huge 150-inch image size

Hisense is no stranger to ultra-short throw laser projectors but at CES 2023 it pushed the technology where it's never gone before: out and about.
Hisense U8K, U7K, and U6K mini-LED TVs.

CES 2023: Hisense’s mini-LED TVs now start under $500, with models up to 85 inches

Hisense revealed its 2023 TV lineup, and it had a surprise in addition to the usual flagship features. Its entry-level models are under $500 and have mini-LED.
Hisense ULED X UX TV.

Hisense debuts the UX, its brightest mini-LED TV at CES 2023

Hisense has produced some incredibly bright TVs, but its latest creation is even brighter: the 85-inch Hisense UX debuted at CES 2023 with 2,500 nits.
feelometer-sad-face

Sony drops a Bravia-sized bomb at CES 2023: no new TVs at the show

In what will come as a shock to longtime CES watchers, Sony has decided not to reveal any new TVs at CES 2023.
Man playing a video game on an LG 97-inch Signature OLED M3 4K TV.

LG’s giant 97-inch M3 OLED TV eliminates HDMI cables

LG's Signature OLED M Series removes all AV wires between the TV and devices like set-top boxes and game consoles, by betting big on wireless. Will it pay off?
LG G3 OLED evo 4K TV seen wall-mounted.

LG says its G3 OLED evo TV will be 70% brighter, with no visible wall gap

LG is bringing its 2023 collection of OLED TVs to CES 2023, including the G3, C3, and Z3, with improvements in panel brightness, detail, and HDR.
A 2023 TCL QM8 4K mini-led QLED TV in a living room, mounted over a fireplace.

TCL QM8 mini-LED TV at CES 2023: a 98-inch giant with a built-in subwoofer

TCL is showing off its new TVs at CES 2023, and in classic form, it's putting pressure on the big brands with impressive features.
Samsung 2022 QN900B 8K Neo QLED TV.

Samsung’s CES 2023 TVs get thinner, brighter, healthier, and better for gaming

Samsung revealed its 2023 TV lineup at CES and it is chock-full of improvements including microLED, QD-OLED, and mini-LED technologies in both 4K and 8K models.
Samsung S95C QD-OLED 4K TV.

Samsung shows off the first two 77-inch QD-OLED 4K TVs at CES 2023

Samsung follows up the stunning debut of its QD-OLED TV with a larger and faster 77-inch model for 2023.
The Samsung microLED TV mounted on a wall.

Samsung debuts world’s smallest and most affordable microLED TV at CES 2023

Samsung has debuted the world's smallest and most affordable microLED TV at CES 2023, with a screen size of 76 inches.