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SoundPeats Opera05 in charging case.

SoundPeats Opera05 review: golden earbuds for golden ears

With a triple-driver design and LDAC support, the SoundPeats Opera05 are a hi-res audio bargain — as long as you don't mind gold.
Audio-Technica ATH-TWX9.

Audio-Technica ATH-TWX9 review: like AirPods Pro with hi-fi sound

Audio-Technica's new ATH-TWX9 flagship earbuds might look a little like the AirPods Pro, but their sound and style set them apart.
The Q Acoustics M20 HD Powered Wireless Music System on a shelf

Q Acoustics M20 HD review: not just any old Bluetooth speakers

The Q Acoustics M20 HD Powered Wireless Music System punches well above its weight and shouldn't be dismissed as just another set of desktop Bluetooth speakers.
Trettitre TreSound 1 Bluetooth speaker.

Trettitre TreSound 1 review: a sleek mountain of mediocre sound

The elegant shape and quality construction of Trettitre's TreSound 1Bluetooth speaker are undermined by poorly balanced sound, with no adjustments or features.
The Roku home screen on the TCL-5 Series (S555).

TCL 5-Series (S555) Roku TV review: unsurprisingly good

TCL's reigning middleweight champion, the 5-series, delivers again with a great balance of cost and performance on the tried-and-true Roku TV platform.
Campfire Audio Orbit charging case, lid open.

Campfire Audio Orbit review: out of this world sound

Campfire Audio's first wireless earbuds may be short on features, but they make up for it with massive, powerful sound.
Anker Soundcore Sleep A10 earbuds loose in front of case.

Anker Soundcore Sleep A10 review: if they fit right, you’re out for the night

Anker takes its first stab at creating a pair of sleep earbuds in the Soundcore Sleep A10, though you can listen to any audio you want to help you pass out.
Ambeo indicator: Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus.

Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus review: you won’t believe your ears

The wait is over: Sennheiser has made a smaller and more affordable Ambeo soundbar that still delivers some of the best virtual Atmos sound you can get.
Amazon Alexa Voice Remote Pro.

Amazon’s Alexa Voice Remote Pro review: put it in the box already!

The Amazon Alexa Voice Remote Pro is the best Fire TV remote — which is a shame because you'll have to pay extra for it.
The Samsung Q990B soundbar sitting lengthwise in front of a Samsung S95B OLED TV

Samsung HW-Q990B soundbar review: the best Dolby Atmos soundbar system

Truly great cinematic sound out of a one-box soundbar solution? Samsung's Q990B Atmos soundbar challenges the very concept of what a soundbar can do.
Bluesound Pulse M speaker.

Bluesound Pulse M review: precision sound for any room

For those who want Sonos capabilities in a speaker that meets a slightly higher standard of audiophile performance, the Bluesound Pulse M is a worthy choice.
Full view of the Monoprice SYNC-ANC headphones.

Monoprice Sync-ANC review: good sound, with some cut corners

The Monoprice Sync-ANC fall flat when canceling noise, yet otherwise sound good, making these cheaper cans more about the sounds you actually want to hear.
Controlling Apple TV 4K using an Apple Watch.

Apple TV 4K (2022) review: overpowered in all the right ways

Our Apple TV 4K (2022) review shows the new boxes seem similar to the prior gen, but a deeper look reveals a streamer built for the future.
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 earcup close-up.

Bowers & Wilkins Px8 review: pure headphone luxury

If you can stomach the price, the Bowers & Wilkins Px8 sound terrific and are some of the most luxurious and comfortable wireless headphones in the world.
Front view of the House of Marley Get Together 2 XL speaker.

House of Marley Get Together 2 XL review: loud, proud, and made for a crowd

The House of Marley Get Together 2 XL can power a party, but its style makes it a fine choice for any room in your home.
The Nothing Ear Stick's case alongside a smartphone.

Nothing Ear Stick review: the coolest ‘buds you’ll ever see

It's impossible not to love the way the Nothing Ear Sticks look, but do they have the right sound to back the looks up? We find out in our review.
Art mode on the Amazon Fire TV Omni QLED TV.

Amazon Fire TV Omni QLED review: Amazon’s best screen yet

The Amazon Fire TV Omni QLED TV is Amazon's best screen yet, but it may cost a bit more than it should.
1More Aero wireless earbuds.

1More Aero review: head-tracking spatial audio at a wallet-friendly price

1More's Aero are packed with features, including one that isn't normally found on budget earbud: head-tracking spatial audio.
Amazon Fire TV Cube 2022 with Alexa Voice Remote.

Amazon Fire TV Cube 2022 review: not just for streamers anymore

The third iteration of the Amazon Fire TV Cube adds features that make it even better for those still on cable or satellite.
Close-up of Bose Smart Soundbar 600.

Bose Smart Soundbar 600 review: bigger than its body

Don't let its small size fool you — this soundbar delivers massive, immersive sound.
TCL 6-Series TV displaying colorful image of an apple tree against a blue sky background.

The new 2022 TCL 6-Series TV is dangerously good

Dangerously good is a compliment in the case of the TCL 6-Series TV, but it comes with a dash of frustration.
V-Moda Crossfade 3 Wireless.

V-Moda Crossfade 3 Wireless review: Great cans leave you wanting more

V-Moda's third-gen Crossfade 3 Wireless headphones make almost no changes to the original formula, but that might not be such a good thing.
The Monoprice DT-3BT Powered Desktop Bluetooth Speakers

Monoprice DT-3BT review: Budget speakers that deserve a spot on your desk

The Monoprice DT-3BT powered Bluetooth speakers are a basic, budget, but better-than-expected set of desktop speakers that sound great for the price.
Picture of a green Audio-Technica cartridge settled into the groove of a record on the monolith turntable.

Monoprice Monolith Turntable review: a gateway to vinyl addiction

The Monoprice Monolith Turntable is so well-appointed, it's hard to believe it is so inexpensive.
Vizio M-Series Quantum X TV Review

Vizio M-Series Quantum X TV review: the Goldilocks TV

Vizio's 2022 M-Series Quantum X adds quantum dot color and HDR performance at a very attractive price.
Focal Bathys headphones

Focal Bathys headphones review: transcendent wireless cans

Focal makes its first move into wireless headphones. Temper your ANC expectations, and revel in the sound quality.
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Soundcore Liberty 4 review: These awesome earbuds just keep getting better

The Soundcore Liberty 4 merge some of Apple's best features with fitness tracking -- and a killer price -- for one of the best values in wireless earbuds.
Earfun Air S earbuds close up.

EarFun Air S review: feature-rich budget earbuds

The EarFun Air S have lots of useful features and custom sound, for a great price. Are they the AirPod alternatives for you?
Sonos Sub Mini

Sonos Sub Mini review: The low-end finally costs less

For far too long, Sonos fans have had only one, very expensive subwoofer option. With the Sub Mini, choice has finally arrived. Was it worth the wait?
Vizio M-Series Elevate Soundbar (M512E-K6)

This Vizio Dolby Atmos soundbar system defines bang for your buck

Does getting Dolby Atmos sound in your home get any easier than the Vizio M-Series Elevate 5.1.2 soundbar system? We have the answers.
Apple AirPods Pro 2 close-up.

Apple AirPods Pro 2 review: great buds get even better

Apple has done it again with the second-gen AirPods Pro. They keep their $249 price, but improve in almost every way, including class-leading noise canceling.
The Fluance Ai81 speakers set up on each side of a TV stand.

Fluance Ai81 Elite speaker review: Power from the towers

The Fluance Ai81 powered floorstanding speakers are far more than your average pair of Bluetooth speakers, from design and setup to actual sound.
Side view of the 1More SonoFlow.

1More’s SonoFlow set a new benchmark for $100 wireless headphones

1More's SonoFlow pack great sound, great noise cancellation, and a huge battery into a set of budget-friendly wireless cans. What more could you ask for?
Close-up of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II.

Bose’s QuietComfort Earbuds II Review: A new level of silence

Bose's QuietComfort Earbuds II aren't the smallest, best-sounding, or longest-lasting earbuds you can buy, but if it's quiet you seek, look no further.