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MQA Labs' Qrono dsd and d2a logos.

MQA Labs says its Qrono dsd and d2a tech can improve sound of all digital audio

MQA Labs two new technologies will be included in Bluesound's flagship network music streamer.
Beats Studio Pro, folded, in front of case.

Beats Studio Pro hit a low price ever during Cyber Week

There's never been a better time to buy these flagship Beats noise-canceling headphones thanks to a killer Cyber Week deal.
JBL Bar 5.0 Multibeam

JBL’s Bar 5.0 Multibeam soundbar is a Dolby Atmos bargain this Cyber Week

With a massive 50% discount, this JBL Bar 5.0 Multibeam soundbar is perfect for small-to-medium-sized rooms.
The Denon Perl Pro wireless earbuds.

The Denon Perl Pro earbuds are the best Cyber Week deal I’ve seen in a while

Though not a household name like Apple's AirPods, the Denon Perl Pro offer amazing sound and tons of helpful features.
Sonos Ace logo earcup close-up.

Sonos Ace review: These headphones are almost as awesome as we’d hoped

The Sonos Ace are a superb set of wireless headphones that have the potential to become a must-have accessory for Sonos owners.
Sony Bravia Theater Bar 8, right angle view.

Sony Bravia Theater Bar 8 review: plug-and-play Dolby Atmos

With fewer features and connections than previous Sony soundbars, the Bravia Theater Bar 8 is still a solid TV sound upgrade.
Sonos Ace logo earcup close-up.

Why you should buy the Sonos Ace now that they’re at their lowest price

Forget the brand on these cans: The Sonos Ace are great wireless headphones, whether or not you own other Sonos products.
A split-screen example of Dolby Vision vs. SDR.

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.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay 11.

Bang & Olufsen says its Beoplay Eleven earbuds offer its best ANC yet

Bang & Olufsen's new Beoplay Eleven may look identical to the Beoplay EX, but the company says ANC has been greatly improved.
Sansui 55-inch OLED TV

How is this possible? Sansui’s 55-inch 4K OLED TV is only $600

Sansui's 55-inch 4K OLED TV isn't just affordably priced, it's now more affordable than its QLED TV competition.
Noble Audio Fokus Rex5.

Noble’s Fokus Rex5 wireless earbuds are the first to use 5 drivers

With five drivers per earbud, Noble's Fokus Rex5 breaks new ground in the wireless earbuds world.
TCL Projector A1.

TCL’s first portable projector doubles as a Bluetooth speaker

With built-in Google TV and Bluetooth speaker capability, this $499 projector makes for an interesting TV alternative.
Sling TV app icon on Apple TV.

Happy Holidays: You’re going to pay more for Sling TV in December

Sling TV will be upping its prices by $6 per month right before Christmas Day 2024.
An iPhone 14 displaying the Amazon Music app with a Dolby Atmos Music playlist, next to a set of Apple AirPods Max headphones.

What is Dolby Atmos Music, and how can you listen to it at home and on the go?

Dolby Atmos Music is an immersive way to hear new tracks, as well as old favorites, but you'll need the right combo of gear to get it. Here's how it works.
Plex's new 2025 user experience redesign.

Plex redesigns its entire experience without destroying the old one

Plex is rolling out a full redesign, but unlike Sonos, it's doing it in stages, starting with an optional preview of what's to come.
Apple AirPods Max with USB-C in Purple.

Why frequent flyers shouldn’t buy the USB-C AirPods Max

You may be tempted to buy the new AirPods Max with USB-C for a frequent flyer this holiday season, but we don't think that's a good idea.
A McIntosh integrated amp.

Bose buys McIntosh, Sonus faber as it eyes expansion of in-car audio

Bose has acquired McIntosh Group, including McIntosh, Sonus faber, and Sumiko Phono Cartridges.
An iPhone with Bose headphones showing the Amazon Music app with a promotional message for Audible audiobooks.

Audible’s audiobooks are now included with Amazon Music Unlimited

Amazon Music subscribers can now listen to one Audible audiobook every month.
Meze Audio 105 AER open-back headphones.

Meze Audio debuts its lightest and most affordable open-back headphones

The Meze Audio 105 AER provide a much more accessible price for those who want to explore the company's open-back headphones.
xMEMS Sycamore microspeaker driver.

1mm-thick speakers could reshape smart glasses, smartwatches, and earbuds

XMEMS says it will release a tiny flat speaker that could drastically change the size and shape of future wearables.
A selection of three USB-C cables being held in a hand.

Cable labeling is pure chaos and it needs to stop

With so many features and so many cables, we’ve been doomed to a see if it works approach to getting our devices correctly connected.
Apple AirPods 4.

Apple AirPods 4 review: a bit better than basic

The AirPods 4 won't win any innovation prizes, but if you want a set of buds that just work and won't plug your ears with silicone, they're a great choice.
LinkBuds Fit and LinkBuds Speaker.

Sony LinkBuds Fit review: comfort above everything else

Sony's new earbuds offer amazing comfort, great sound, and a wealth of fun new features, including voice commands.
Amazon Fire TV Omni Mini-LED Series.

Amazon Fire TV Omni gets mini-LED backlighting and interactive ambient experiences

Amazon-built Fire TV Omni TVs are now available with mini-LED backlighting, Dolby Atmos, and sensors for interactive Ambient Experiences.
Amazon Fire TV Soundbar Plus.

Amazon’s Fire TV Soundbar Plus gets Dolby Atmos, but still no Fire TV

Amazon's new Fire TV Soundbar Plus is compatible with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X and can be expanded to a full home theater system.
Urbanista Copenhagen 2.

Urbanista updates its Copenhagen earbuds with a lower price

Urbanista makes one of its most affordable wireless earbuds even easier to buy.
Drop+Grell OAE1 open-back headphones.

Drop drops the price on its Grell OAE1 headphones

Drop's collaboration with headphone designer Axel Grell is now 25% less expensive.
Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro.

Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro review: Style meets substance

The Liberty 3 Pro are another example of how Anker's Soundcore brand creates audio products that punch well above their weight in all of the areas that matter.
A set of Fasetto Audio Cu devices.

Audio Cu’s audio-over-powerline tech that lets you avoid pro installers is only available through pro installers

Fasetto, the company behind the first audio-over-powerline solution, will only sell its Audio Cu products via pro installers.
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.
Stretchable RGB display created by LG Display.

LG shows off first display that can stretch by 50%

LG Displays is pushing the limits on stretchable display technology.
The Philo streaming app.

What is Philo? Everything to know about the live TV streaming service

At just $28 per month, Philo is an affordable live TV streaming service with an impressive channel list and feature set.
Apple TV WWDC

Will you benefit from the Apple TV’s new 21:9 aspect ratio?

The Apple TV 4K is being updated to work with ultrawide display ratios. Here's what it means for your TV.
Sonos Arc Ultra and Sonos Arc.

Sonos Arc Ultra review: bigger bass, better sound, and Bluetooth too

The Sonos Arc Ultra is a worthy successor to the popular Arc, with improvements in bass, dialogue, and music quality.
Soundcore C40i open-ear earbuds.

Soundcore’s newest clip-style earbuds focus on comfort

The Soundcore C40i use a redesigned clip shape plus physical buttons for more comfort over the C30i.
The Pioneer LSX-LX805 on a rack.

Pioneer, Elite, Onkyo, and Integra AV receivers get major update for Amazon Music, Tidal, and Dirac

AV receivers from Pioneer, Elite, Onkyo, and Integra are getting better support for Amazon Music and Tidal, plus enhancements to Dirac room tuning.
Vizio MicMe karaoke soundbar.

Vizio’s latest soundbar comes with everything you need for karaoke

Vizio's MicMe Dolby Atmos soundbar comes with a wireless subwoofer and two wireless microphones – everything you need for a night of karaoke.
Kanto Ora4 Reference Speakers.

Kanto’s Ora4 desktop speakers drive more bass, more power

Kanto's new Ora4 speakers take the formula it established with the Ora Reference model and improve it with deeper bass, more power, and hi-res audio.