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Google Pixel Buds Pro seen in their case.

Google Pixel Buds Pro review: Shut up and take our money

Google's Pixel Buds Pro finally deliver on features like active noise cancellation that were missing from its previous wireless earbuds.
Spotify Car Thing

Spotify has killed the Car Thing, its $90 in-car audio device that failed to find an audience

After a rocky three-year history, Spotify has discontinued its Car Thing, a $90 device that was meant to make the service easier to access while driving.
A hand adjusts settings on the Marshall Stanmore III speaker.

Marshall readies its Woburn, Stanmore, and Acton speakers for the future of Bluetooth

Marshall has new versions of its Woburn, Stanmore, and Acton home Bluetooth speakers that are ready for LE Audio in the future via app-based software updates.
Gravastar Mars Pro using red LED.

Gravastar Mars Pro review: the wireless spider speaker from space

Gravastar's Mars Pro Bluetooth speaker is way more than an audio device – it's a conversation starter!
Skullcandy Grind Fuel true wireless earbuds with SkullIQ technology.

Hey you! Skullcandy lets you talk to multiple voice assistants at once

Skullcandy, in conjunction with Amazon, is updating its wireless earbuds to let you speak to your choice of voice assistant, no buttons needed.
The UE Drops custom-fit wireless earbuds.

The UE Drops are the first truly custom-fit wireless earbuds you can buy

Available in three colors, the Ultimate Ears UE Drops aren't cheap at $449, but they offer something no other wireless earbuds can: a truly custom fit.
Fennessy Donut i5 Gramophone in matcha (green).

I can’t buy this awesome modern gramophone, so of course I want it even more

Chinese gramophone maker, Fennessy has knocked it out of the park with its stunning, modern Donut -- a $2,000 record player that you can't get in the U.S.
V-Moda S-80 slider and earcup pivot close-up.

V-Moda S-80 on-ear headphones review: a heavy, expensive gimmick

V-Moda's S-80 brings the company's signature sound and style to these pricey wireless on-ears but then misses the mark on almost everything else.
Customers inspect the new Apple HomePod at an Apple Store on February 9, 2018 in San Francisco, California.

How to use Apple AirPlay and AirPlay 2

Learn how to use Apple Airplay. Sharing content from your mobile device to TV screens and smart speakers with Apple's AirPlay and AirPlay 2 is easy.
A man listens to his cell phone audio via bluetooth headphones.

Get ready for a new generation of wireless headphones: Bluetooth LE Audio is now a done deal

The latest version of Bluetooth for audio, known as Bluetooth LE Audio, has been finalized, which means we'll soon see a raft of new wireless audio products.
Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro.

We gave these earbuds a 9/10, but at their Prime Day price, they’re an 11/10

Want a fantastic deal on a great set of wireless earbuds? Look no further than Soundcore's Liberty 3 Pro, a 9/10 product that's almost half price for Prime Day.
C Seed N1 folding 4K MicroLED TV.

This stunning, folding 4K TV now costs 50% less, but you still can’t afford it

C Seed makes 4K TVs that magically fold up and disappear when not in use and you can now buy one for $190,000, instead of $400,000.
A man wears Apple AirPods Max headphones on a city street.

Why switching to USB-C could fix the AirPods Max

The AirPods Max are an outstanding set of wireless headphones that have one fatal flaw. No lossless audio. A USB-C port could fix that. Here's how.
LG S95QR soundbar center height speaker close-up.

LG S95QR soundbar review: Your new home theater in a (very big) box

LG's S95QR challenges the very definition of the word soundbar, with 14 channels, 810 watts, and wicked Dolby Atmos and DTS:X sound.
Netflix app icon on Apple TV.

Netflix adds spatial audio to select movies and shows for all subscribers

Netflix says it has added the ability for anyone with stereo speakers to enjoy spatial audio on select shows and movies, regardless of their subscription tier.
Beyerdynamic Free Byrd inside their charging case.

Beyerdynamic Free Byrd review: Going after the AirPods Pro’s two biggest weaknesses

Beyerdynamic's Free Byrd are the company's first true wireless earbuds. Can they beat the AirPods Pro and other noise-canceling buds? We put them to the test.
Samsung HW-Q990B soundbar seen under a TV.

Samsung releases its 2022 soundbars including an 11.1.4-channel flagship with wireless Dolby Atmos

Samsung has released its full – and massive – line-up of soundbars for 2022, including features like wireless Dolby Atmos.
Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2 close-up.

Bowers & Wilkins’ upcoming Px8 are so secret, we can only reveal the price

Bowers & Wilkins threw us a curveball during the announcement of its new Px7 S2 flagship headphones: The even-better Px8 are just around the corner.
Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2 earcup close-up.

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2 Review: Noise-canceling cans get high marks for style, sound, and comfort

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2 are the British brand's latest interpretation of what a set of noise-canceling headphones should be, and they couldn't be classier.
NuraTrue Pro earbuds held in hand.

NuraTrue Pro hands-on review: A sneak peek at the lossless future of wireless audio

Our NuraTrue Pro review hands-on finds the very set of wireless earbuds to work with Qualcomm's aptX Lossless codec. Does that matter? We check them out.
The Siri Remote in someone's hand.

New Siri remote for Apple TV could be easier to find with an embedded AirTag

A reference to "SiriRemote4" found in a beta of iOS 16 leads us to wonder what features might warrant using an iPhone with an Apple TV remote.
LG S95QR soundbar seen in front of a TV.

LG’s 2022 soundbars start at $400, pump out hi-res audio and 3D sound

LGs 2022 soundbars are now official: six models with prices ranging from $400 to $1,800 are now available.
youtube tv spanish language channels

YouTube TV now available in 5.1 surround sound on Amazon Fire TV devices

No longer left out of the party, some of Amazon's most popular Fire TV devices now support YouTube TV in 5.1 surround sound.
Netflix app icon on Apple TV.

Netflix is definitely adding a cheaper, ad-supported tier and the suspense is killing us

Netflix's co-CEO has confirmed that the streaming giant will launch an ad-supported tier at a cheaper price than any other plan the company currently offers.
TikTok TV app seen on a Vizio TV.

You can finally watch TikTok videos on Vizio smart TVs. Here’s how to do it

The TikTok TV app is now available on all Vizio TVs after a seven-month wait following the app's initial launch on other smart TV platforms.
Example product image from Resonado Labs.

New tech could mean pint-sized Klipsch speakers with massive sound

Klipsch has partnered with a tiny audio company called Resonado Labs to create tiny speakers that are still big on sound.
Close-up of Master & Dynamic MW75's earcup and hinge.

Master & Dynamic’s MW75 headphones sound incredible but cost a small fortune

Master & Dynamic's MW75 wireless headphones take luxury, style, sound quality ... and price to all new highs.
A collection of six models of in-ear monitors.

Sound investment: From $80 to $1,500, here’s what you can expect from a set of wired in-ear monitors

$1,500 for a set of in-ear monitors? That sounds crazy, but for discerning listeners, they're irresistible. Here's how they compare to models at lower prices.
Teaser photo of the Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless Headphones.

Sennheiser’s Momentum 4 Wireless headphones teaser looks a lot like Sony’s WH-1000XM5

Sennheiser's as-yet unreleased Momentum 4 Wireless Headphones were teased by the company, which offered just a single close-up image of the new cans.
Sony WM1AM2 Signature Series Walkman being held in a hand.

Sony updates its Signature Series hi-res Walkman with new features, higher prices

Sony has updated its two Signature Series hi-res audio Walkman models, the NW-WMZM2 and NW-WM1AM2 with better battery life and larger screens.
Ikea Obegransad desk close-up.

Ikea wants to help you create a home music studio using a chair, a desk, and … a record player

Ikea's new Obegränsad collection is three products supposedly aimed at home music creation -- a chair, a desk, and a turntable.
Tom Cruise in Top Gun: Maverick.

Why Top Gun: Maverick must be seen in IMAX

Top Gun: Maverick is no ordinary movie, and it shouldn't be seen in an ordinary movie theater. Here's why you need to see it in IMAX.
HDMI Cable

Addition of Cable Power to HDMI simplifies longer cable runs

The HDMI 2.1a specification has been updated with Cable Power, a feature that enables much longer cable lengths, without the need for an external power supply.
Person listening to spatial audio using Apple AirPods Max headphones.

Apple will use the iPhone’s camera to personalize spatial audio

Apple says it will let iPhone users get more out of spatial audio by using the on-board cameras to personalize their audio experience.