- Home
- Audio / Video
Audio / Video
News, reviews, and discussion about the entire A/V world, ranging from 4K TVs and home theater setups to the latest in headphone technology and speakers.
Explore More
Skullcandy is now part of Bose, but its bold identity isn’t going anywhere
Bose has acquired Skullcandy, but the brand isn’t going anywhere. Here’s what the deal means for your next pair of earbuds and headphones.
Original Series
How to use an AI vocal remover to isolate vocals, instruments and stems from any song
LALAL.AI’s Vocal Remover can isolate vocals, instruments, and stems from finished tracks, while its AI tools help clean up and repurpose audio.
Sony’s Walkman is still alive, and the next one may cost more than an iPhone 18 Pro
Sony’s leaked NW-ZX900 Walkman reportedly brings a Full HD display, Android 16, up to 40 hours of playback, more RAM, and a Japanese price roughly twice its predecessor’s.
Deezer will save your music feed from the flood of AI-generated songs with a one-tap fix
Tired of AI-generated songs cluttering your music searches? Deezer is introducing a new filter that lets you hide fully AI-generated tracks, albums, and related artists.
Apple HomeView: Everything you need to know about Apple’s new smart home brain
Apple's $299 HomeView brings a 7-inch touchscreen, powerful new Siri AI features, FaceTime, and smart home controls together, with preorders already open ahead of its November release.
Huawei FreeBuds Neo review: Tiny earbuds dodge traps I dread in budget audio gear
The Huawei FreeBuds Neo hit well above what their price suggests, especially when it comes to raw audio quality, ANC, and a few genuinely useful perks that you won't find elsewhere.
Pikachu is ready to electrify your playlist with this Pokémon-themed Beats speaker
Pikachu and Mimikyu are getting their own Beats Pill speaker, complete with Pokémon-themed charms, up to 24 hours of battery life, and a $149.99 price tag.
How to pre-order Apple HomeView, HomePod mini 2, and the new Apple TV 4K
Apple has opened pre-orders for HomeView, HomePod mini 2, and the new Apple TV 4K, with releases beginning later this month.
Everything Apple announced at its Welcome Home event today
Apple's Welcome Home event introduced HomeView, a smart display, alongside refreshed HomePod mini and Apple TV 4K models, plus security cameras, a smart lock, and climate-control accessories for your home.
Should you upgrade to the new Apple TV 4K? Here’s how it compares to older models
Thinking about the new Apple TV 4K? We compared it with the Apple TV 4K (3rd generation) and the older Apple TV (3rd generation) to show you exactly what’s new and improved.
Apple TV 4K gets a major Siri AI upgrade and a clever new remote feature
Apple’s new Apple TV 4K brings Siri AI to your living room, lets you talk to it hands-free, and makes it easier to find your remote. Here’s what’s new, how much it costs, and when you can get it.
Apple HomePod mini 2 launched at $149 with five colour options
Apple has launched the HomePod mini 2 for $149, with Siri AI arriving in a future update, enhanced audio, Sound Glow lighting and five colour options.
CMF’s first Bluetooth speakers come with swappable parts and a quirky personality
With removable front panels, swappable knobs, and 3D-printable parts, CMF’s first speakers let you personalize their look and easily link compatible speakers for synchronized playback.
Apple TV might finally be able to hear without the Siri Remote playing the middleman
Apple has reportedly tested built-in microphones for hands-free Siri commands and a speaker-equipped Siri Remote for its next Apple TV 4K, expected later this month.
Google is giving its TV box ears, better hardware, and a new bag of tricks
Google is reportedly developing a new TV Streamer with built-in microphones, presence sensing, a faster processor, more storage and an updated remote.
Galaxy Studio could be Samsung’s biggest audio comeback in 11 years
Samsung’s rumored full-size Galaxy headphones may launch as Galaxy Studio, with a new trademark filing adding weight to the leaked name after an 11-year absence.
Apple announces ‘Welcome Home’ event with new home hardware likely on deck
Apple will host its ‘Welcome Home’ event on October 13, with the next HomePod mini, Apple TV 4K, and long-rumored home hub among the expected products.
Prime Big Deal Days sale ends tonight, and these are my 6 last-minute picks
A Sony OLED TV, Pixel 11, and Bose headphones are among my six picks for Prime Day’s final hours.
I found 6 Smart TV deals worth your money during Amazon Prime Big Day deals
Shop Amazon Prime smart TV deals on 50-inch to 65-inch Insignia, Roku, Hisense, and Samsung models, up to 45% off.
I found 6 Roku and Fire TV deals worth grabbing during Amazon Prime Big Deal Days
Amazon Prime streaming deals: Roku and Fire TV sticks, Streambar SE soundbar, Fire TV Cube, and voice remote, starting at $17.99.
I scoured Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days headphone deals and found 5 clear winners
Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days is packed with headphone discounts, but not every deal is worth your money. I've scoured the sale to find five noise-canceling headphones that stand out, from premium Sony and Bose models to a surprisingly capable $38 bargain.
Spotify is finally bringing audiobooks to the rest of the world
Spotify is taking audiobooks global, expanding access to more than 180 markets with over 350,000 titles across 120 languages.
I found 4 excellent soundbar deals hiding in Amazon’s Prime sale
Your TV deserves better speakers. I found four discounted soundbars from Sonos, Bose, JBL, and TCL worth checking out before the sale wraps up.
Some of my favorite portable speakers just got much cheaper for Prime Big Deal Days
Best Prime Big Deal Days Bluetooth speaker deals: Bose, Marshall, UE, Sony
Alternative descriptive headline: Big sound, much smaller prices
One-line excerpt: Prime Big Deal Days has pushed some excellent portable Bluetooth speakers from Bose, Ultimate Ears, Marshall, and Sony as low as $68, with discounts reaching 51%.
Razer’s $100 Mako X speakers bring gaming audio to desks without room for a subwoofer
Razer’s $99.99 Mako X speakers pack bass radiators and RGB into a compact stereo setup without a separate subwoofer. They’re available now, though maximum output requires an additional USB-C power adapter.
6 Amazon Prime Big Deal Days TV deals I’d actually spend my money on
From premium OLEDs to affordable 4K screens, these are the six Amazon Prime Big Deal Days TV deals that offer genuine savings.
The Sony WH-1000XM5 is 50% off for Prime Day, and I found 3 other headphone deals just as tempting
Prime Day has cut up to 50% off noise-cancelling headphones from Sony, Bose, JBL, and Sennheiser. These are the four deals I'd actually buy.
Audio / Video News
Headphones
