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Sling TV DVR

Sling TV hikes prices for its existing subscribers

After announcing a $5 price hike for new customers in January 2021, Sling TV has announced that all existing customers will see the same increase in August.
Sony's HT A9 fully immersive speaker

Sony’s HT-A9 promises fully immersive Dolby Atmos from four wireless speakers

Sony is taking a new approach to home theater sound with its four-speaker HT-A9 system, while the HT-A700 provides a more traditional soundbar design.
Woman working out while wearing Amazfit PowerBuds Pro.

Amazfit PowerBuds Pro just upstaged Apple’s next AirPods

It's possible that Apple's next AirPods Pro will have fitness tracking, but right now you can get that feature and more in the $150 Amazfit PowerBuds Pro.
Amazon Fire TV New 2020 experience profiles screen

New Fire TV experience, AirPlay 2 hits more devices this week

Amazon's revamped Fire TV experience is now coming to many more Fire TV devices. Some Fire TV Edition TVs will also get Apple AirPlay and HomeKit.
A TV showing the Comcast Xfinity X1 interface for the 2020 Tokyo Games.

The 2020 Tokyo Games will be the first in Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos

The 2020 Tokyo Games will be historic in many ways, but for those watching from home, they'll be the first to be broadcast in Dolby's Vision and Atmos formats.
Edifier NeoBuds Pro hi-res true wireless earbuds with charging case.

Edifier’s NeoBuds Pro earbuds promise wireless hi-res audio for $99

Hi-res audio is usually a feature that commands top dollar from audio companies, but Edifier claims its NeoBuds Pro will offer this capability for under $100.
Jack Daniel's and Wrensilva's M1 Console charity collaboration (interior view).

You don’t need to love whiskey or vinyl to want this Jack Daniel’s Hi-Fi console

Whiskey maker Jack Daniel's and high-end audio brand Wrensilva have designed a handmade Hi-Fi console that will be auctioned to support musicians.
Spatial audio diagram.

Head-tracking spatial audio in tvOS 15 is awesome

Apple delivers an immersive movie experience through a set of wireless headphones, putting the Apple TV 4K ahead of Roku, Amazon Fire TV, and Google Chromecast.
LG's 2021 8K QNED mini-LED TV seen on a wall.

LG prices its QNED mini-LED TVs starting at $2,000

LG has finally announced the official rollout of its QNED Mini-LED TVs. There are 4K and 8K models in three sizes. All six models will hit stores by July.
A United Airlines Boeing 737 aircraft.

Bluetooth is finally coming to airplane seatback entertainment systems

After years of warning passengers of the dangers of using Bluetooth devices aboard aircraft, United Airlines is adding support for the tech to its entire fleet.
Sennheiser CX True Wireless earbuds in white.

Sennheiser’s most affordable true wireless earbuds cost just $130

Sennheiser's $130 CX True Wireless are shy on features, but if they have the company's signature audio quality, they could be a great buy for audiophiles.
smart tvs not enough to protect us from hackers tv security hacked feature

Freaked out by the FBI’s smart TV warning? Here’s what you should do

A recent warning from the FBI is the latest suggestion smart TVs could be used to spy on you. But what is the real risk? Should you return that brand new TV you just bought on Black Friday, or is there a way to keep and keep yourself safe? We have some helpful suggestions.
Urbanista Los Angeles solar-powered wireless headphones.

You can now pre-order Urbanista’s solar-powered headphones

With its $199 Los Angeles, Urbanista has become the first company to start selling solar-powered headphones that can deliver virtually unlimited playing time.
vizio 55 inch oled 4k tv deal black friday 2020

A 4K OLED TV for $1,000? Welcome to Prime Day

When it comes to picture quality, we love OLED. OLED TVs simply look amazing, but they're pricey. And yet, Vizio's 55-inch OLED is just $1,000 for Prime Day.
The Sony WH-1000XM4.

Sony WH-1000XM4 review: The best headphones get even better

We've never tested a set of wireless noise-canceling headphones we like more than Sony's WH-1000XM3. Until now. The WH-1000XM4 are everything we've ever wanted.
Tina Fey in a scene from the series 30 Rock.

You can now watch Peacock on all Fire TV devices, ahead of Tokyo Games

It's been one year since NBCUniversal launched its Peacock streaming media service, but the Amazon Fire TV hasn't offered the app to its users -- till now.
Ikea Sonos Symfonisk Picture Frame Speaker

Ikea’s $199 Symfonisk Picture Frame Speaker lets you hang your tunes on a wall

Ikea's third collaborative project with Sonos is the $199 Symfonisk Picture Frame Speaker, a Wi-Fi speaker that hangs on a wall and has swappable art covers.
Person listening to spatial audio using Apple AirPods Max headphones.

Why Apple makes you use AirPods Pro for Dolby Atmos movies

Apple's spatial audio support for Apple Music works with all types of headphones, but when it comes to video, it's a decidedly different story. Here's why.
Sonos Arc Dolby Atmos soundbar

Software update adds height audio control to Sonos Arc soundbar

Owners of Sonos' Arc Dolby Atmos soundbar can now take control over height channel volume instead of having the Sonos software set the levels automatically.
Prime Day 2021 AirPods Deals

Which AirPods should you buy on Prime Day?

Looking for a deal on a set of Apple's AirPods? Amazon Prime Day is one of the best times of the year to grab a discount. Here's what you can expect to find.
Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 side view.

Which Bose headphones should you buy on Prime Day?

Amazon's Prime Day is a perfect time for deals on headphones and in particular Bose headphones. Here are the models to watch for and what you can expect to pay.
Walmart onn. Android TV streaming device

You can now buy Walmart’s crazy-cheap 4K Android TV streamer

Walmart's $30 onn.-branded Roku competitor is now available, with support for 4K resolution. It comes with a voice-enabled remote and Google Chromecast.
Apple AirPods Max

Dolby Atmos Music through Apple’s $549 headphones left us shrugging

We take Apple Music's new Dolby Atmos spatial audio catalog of tracks for a spin to see if the immersive format actually delivers a better music experience.
Microsoft Surface Headphones 2

Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 review: Now a competitor

Microsoft's first-gen Surface Headphones were surprisingly good but also way overpriced. The Surface Headphones 2's lower price takes them from good to great.
QuietOn Sleep Earbuds

QuietOn Sleep review: ANC earbuds offer silent slumber

Getting a good night's sleep is elusive for far too many of us. QuietOn's Sleep earbuds use ANC to get rid of one pesky insomnia driver: Noise. Do they work?
Samsung HW-Q700A soundbar

Samsung targets the Sonos Arc with its $900 HW-Q800A Dolby Atmos soundbar

Samsung's 2021 lineup of TVs and soundbars, featuring the very first MicroLED TV that consumers can buy, now has some pricing and availability dates.
A woman wears Apple AirPods Max.

Just wait. Apple’s shocking audio mistake is part of a much bigger plan

Apple's lossless audio addition to Apple Music came as a shocker: Its AirPods wireless headphones aren't compatible. Is Apple crazy? Yes. Crazy like a fox.
Leaked image of an Ikea Sonos speaker

Ikea hastily removes product page for its Sonos wall art speaker

A product page on the Ikea website that has since been removed, showed the $199 Ikea Symfonisk picture frame-style Wi-Fi speaker, which will have AirPlay 2.
AirPods Pro resting on an iPhone with open charging case nearby.

2022 AirPods Pro might include fitness tracking features

The next version of Apple's AirPods Pro could include fitness tracking sensors. If true, it could create a fitness device alternative to the Apple Watch.
The Apple HomePod on a desk.

New Apple TV 4K feature only works with a product Apple has killed

Apple delivers another head-scratcher: A new feature on the just-released Apple TV 4K (2021) only works with the HomePod, a product Apple has discontinued.
HBO Max

HBO Max with Ads to launch in June for $10 per month

Those who love HBO but aren't in love with HBO Max's $15 fee will get a cheaper option soon: A $10 per month ad-supported version arrives in June.
Vizio Dolby Atmos Soundbar

You won’t need 17 speakers to appreciate Dolby Atmos in Apple Music

Apple's planned addition of Dolby Atmos Music tracks to Apple Music is going to be a game-changer for musicians and music lovers alike.
Beats true wireless earbuds leaked photo

Could these be Apple’s next Beats true wireless earbuds?

A new set of animation files found in iOS 14.6 leave little doubt that Apple will release a new set of Beats true wireless earbuds. Here's what we know so far.
Syng Cell Alpha Triphonic speaker

Syng’s transparent floating orbs promise immersive sound for $1,800

There's no shortage of expensive, odd-looking speakers out there, but we're still intrigued by Syng's $1,800 Cell Alpha, the world's first "triphonic" speakers.
Leaked Sony WF-1000XM4 image

Sony WF-1000XM4 make an appearance in newly leaked images

If newly leaked images are the real deal, it looks like Sony has completely revamped the WF-1000XM3 earbuds and case to create their sequel, the WF-1000XM4.
Netatmo Presence

Netatmo Presence review

At $299, Netatmo Presence is more expensive than most Wi-Fi cameras, but its smart alerts, integrated flood light, and bold design add unexpected value.
Airthings Corentium

Airthings Corentium Home radon detector review

Invisible and odorless, radon is a silent killer. The Corentium Home radon detector can tell you instantly if you’re being poisoned.
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Arbor Video Doorbell Review

The video doorbell industry is exploding, even though it remains dominated by smart home giants Ring and Nest. Can a new startup called Arbor, with its first crowdfunded product, even hope to compete? The answer is yes, thanks to free video recording and a fully wireless install.