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Angled view of The Sonos Ray soundbar in white.

Sonos Ray soundbar review: The start of something awesome

The Sonos Ray might be smaller and cheaper than its soundbar siblings, but it packs a surprising punch and can become the basis of a great home theater system.
Limited edition Star Wars LG C2 OLED Evo TV.

Only 501 Star Wars fans will get to own this limited-edition LG OLED TV

LG is creating a very limited run of Star Wars-themed, C2 OLED Evo TVs, featuring movie imagery and lightsaber-inspired remote.
Hand holding Audio-Technica ATH-CKS50TW wireless earbuds in their case.

Audio-Technica ATH-CKS50TW review: Big buds, big sound, big battery

The Audio-Technica ATH-CKS50TW are an astonishing value, with noise-canceling and sound quality that rivals much pricier buds, plus huge battery life.
Yamaha TW-E5B earbuds in blue.

Yamaha TW-E5B earbuds sport aptX Adaptive and last 8 hours per charge

Yamaha's TW-E5B are its latest wireless earbuds, and they offer a decent list of features for their $150 price, including very good battery life.
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LG’s latest 4K UST projector only needs 2.2 inches of wall clearance

The LG CineBeam HU915QE can achieve a remarkably big and bright 90-inch image size when placed less than three inches from a wall.
OLED with Bias Lighting

What is bias lighting and how can it improve TV performance?

Seldom discussed, TV bias lighting can reduce eye strain, and improve picture quality, for less than two tickets to an IMAX movie.
Hand holding Sony LinkBuds S in their case.

Sony LinkBuds S review: Smaller, smarter noise-canceling buds

The Sony LinkBuds S combine superb ANC with some very handy and smart features. But is that a formula for success, or just quirkiness?
Klipsch Reference R-800F, R-40SA, R-30C, and R-121SW speakers.

Klipsch’s latest Reference speakers promise better sound with less distortion

Klipsch's flagship speaker lines, the Reference and Reference Premiere, have been given new features and new designs for 2022.
Astell & Kern Kann Max portable digital audio player.

Miss the iPod? Astell and Kern has the cure — for a price

Yes, the iPod is officially dead, but Astell&Kern's new Kann Max might satisfy your need for a dedicated music device -- if you can stomach the price.
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How to install Dolby Atmos ceiling speakers

Traditional Dolby Atmos systems involve an array of ceiling speakers that help to create a three-dimensional soundstage. Here's how to install a pair or two.
KEF LS60 Wireless Speakers seen in Titanium Grey.

KEF LS60 bring wireless hi-res audio to floor-standing speakers

Floor-standing speakers are traditionally connected to a powerful amp and receiver, but KEF's LS60 Wireless are a fully independent hi-res sound system.
ClearStream Eclipse antenna mounted beside a TV.

ATSC 3.0: Everything you need to know about broadcast TV’s next big thing

ATSC 3.0 is increasing its footprint on the world of digital broadcasting. What exactly is ATSC 3.0, and how can you experience it? We've got the answers.
Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones seen in silver.

Sony’s new flagship headphones promise best-in-class noise canceling and calling

The WH-1000XM5 are pricey at $400, but Sony says they'll wow you with improvements in nearly every area.
A man wearing the Sony WH-1000XM5.

Sony WH-1000XM5 review: Meet the new boss

Not content to rest on its laurels, Sony's latest flagship headphones — the WH-1000XM5 — are another technical tour-de-force.
Model wearing the OnePlus Nord Buds in their ear.

OnePlus expands low-cost Nord range with $39 Nord Buds

OnePlus has introduced its first non-smartphone product in the Nord range, the OnePlus Nord Buds. These true wireless earbuds cost just $39.
A hand holding the 1More Evo earbuds in their charging case.

1More Evo review: Hi-fi sound at a killer price

The new flagship wireless earbuds from 1More have tons of top-flight features, including wireless hi-res audio, all for a very reasonable price.
Soundcore Motion Boom Plus seen sitting in a river.

Soundcore gives its floating boombox more power and beach-ready dust resistance

Soundcore gives its popular portable speaker more power for higher volumes, and the ability to withstand dust and dirt.
A leaked publicity photo of a new Sonos soundbar in black seen under a TV.

Leaked Sonos photos leave little doubt that the Ray soundbar is real

A new set of leaked publicity photos show an as-yet-unannounced Sonos soundbar in full, hi-res detail.
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Report: Sonos Voice could launch as early as June 2022

The rumored voice assistant from Sonos now has a reported launch date of June 1, 2022.
Marshall Willen Bluetooth speaker seen in black and cream colors.

Marshall adds palm-sized BT speaker and gives Emberton more power

Two new portable Marshall Bluetooth speakers that can go anywhere -- even to the beach -- are now available for pre-order.
Close-up of the Bowers & Wilkins Panorama 3's touch controls.

Bowers & Wilkins Panorama 3 review: Home theater power bar

Capable of blisteringly loud and precise sound, the Panorama 3 is missing many features found on Dolby Atmos soundbars at the same price.
Our Planet plays on the Sony A95K showing a closeup on a leopards face.

All Sony Bravia 2022 TV prices announced, including the QD-OLED A95K

At long last, we now know how much each TV in Sony's 2022 lineup will cost and when we'll be able to buy them.
An image that might be Sony's unreleased LinkdBuds S in black.

Leaked images might be Sony’s next wireless earbuds

Newly leaked images appear to show the next version of Sony's LinkBuds, but with vented silicone ear-tips instead of a wide-open design.
Sony XW Laser Series Projectors.

Sony brings laser power, native 4K to every 2022 projector

Sony has added lasers to its full range of projectors while bringing the price of native 4K resolution to a new level of affordability.
Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 speaker system seen next to a desktop computer.

Klipsch brings retro hi-fi vibes to its new desktop speakers

The ProMedia Heritage 2.1 is an affordable and powerful 2.1 speaker system that evokes the classic look of Klipsch speakers from the 1970s.
1More Evo wireless earbuds in white.

1More’s Evo ANC earbuds do wireless hi-res audio for $170

The new earbuds feature Sony's LDAC Bluetooth codec for lossy playback of 24-bit audio.
Close up of Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3.

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 review: More for less

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 earbuds drop the price and improve virtually every other aspect.
Sennheiser Sport True Wireless earbuds.

Sennheiser Sport earbuds minimize your body’s noises

Sennheiser's new sport-oriented wireless earbuds come with two types of eartips, depending on whether you want to hear the world, or block it out.
Denon DHT-S217 Dolby Atmos Soundbar seen sitting in front of a TV.

Denon’s new soundbar delivers Dolby Atmos at a budget price

Denon's most affordable soundbar now comes with a built-in subwoofer and Dolby Atmos sound.
Apple Music One Mix DJ series in spatial audio.

Apple Music relaunches One Mix DJ series in spatial audio

Apple Music has relaunched its collection of DJ mixes using Dolby Atmos music spatial audio, for a more immersive club-like experience.
Close-up of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX wireless earbuds.

Bang & Olufsen debuts waterproof Beoplay EX wireless earbuds

Bang & Olufsen's latest wireless earbuds offer more comfort, better sound quality, and better water protection.
Sony HT-S400 soundbar.

Sony HT-S400 review: A tough sell at this price

Sony throws in an excellent wireless subwoofer, but the HT-S400 can't quite justify it's higher price.
Model Kaia Gerber wearing Beats Studio Buds in Ocean Blue.

Beats boasts 3 new colors for Studio Buds, new Android tools

Beats has added three new colors to the Beats Studio Buds lineup, including Sunset Pink, Ocean Blue, and Moon Gray.
Skullcandy/Doritos limited edition 420 Dime wireless earbuds in red.

Skullcandy and Doritos celebrate 4/20 with a ‘joint’ collab

To commemorate the official holiday of cannabis culture, Skullcandy has released a limited, Doritos-themed edition of its Dime wireless earbuds.