Spotify will add a lossless hi-fi option later this year
Spotify is going to deliver on a much-anticipated feature: High-quality, lossless audio. The new tier will launch later this year for an undisclosed price.
3D-printed eartips could mean way more comfortable and better-sounding earbuds
Most earbuds come with three sizes of eartips, but that doesn't guarantee a good fit. Soon, earbuds could come with 3D-printed eartips customized to your ears.
Apple TV app comes to Chromecast with Google TV
Apple's TV curation app hits yet another streaming media device -- Chromecast with Google TV users can now download the Apple TV app from the Google Play Store.
Samsung may tease possible new TVs, smart home devices at March 2 event
Most TV companies show off their newest TV models at the CES in January, and then release them during the year. But Samsung might be about to buck that trend.
Headphones for homeless effort warms ears while diverting e-waste from landfills
Quiet Events is looking for a responsible way to deal with its wireless headphones e-waste. Turning them into earmuffs for the homeless might be the answer.
A rechargeable Roku remote could arrive very soon
Roku appears to be seeding a new version of its remote control to its users. The new remote uses rechargeable batteries and has hands-free voice commands.
New superslim speaker tech will put sound in unexpected places
There haven't been many advances in speaker driver design. But a new approach to an old problem could put audio speakers in places they've never been before.
Sonos CEO: ‘Stay tuned,’ newest product will launch in March
In March, Sonos will reveal the first of two new products it expects to release in 2021, prompting new speculation around a smaller, cheaper portable speaker.
Audios says goodbye to cables and tripping hazards with wireless PA speakers
Audios, a line of fully wireless professional PA speakers that say adios to cables, massively simplifies the setup of live events -- and makes them safer, too.
Monoprice sets a new low price for Dolby Atmos soundbars
Monoprice has just released the SB-600, a $450 soundbar package that promises 5.1.2 Dolby Atmos performance. It's a new low price for a wireless surround setup.
Sonos likely planning a smaller, cheaper Move portable speaker
Sonos could be planning a more affordable and more portable version of its Sonos Move speaker. A recent FCC filing appears to show what could be a Sonos Mini.
B&O’s Beosound Level is a $1,499 portable speaker that’s built to last
The Beosound Level is B&O's latest portable speaker, but it's also a sleek, future-proofed, water-resistant multiroom powerhouse that can hang on walls.
Sony WF-SP800N review: Elite earbuds for every athlete
It's hard to beat Sony's WF-1000XM3 true wireless earbuds, but with ANC, waterproofing, monster battery life, and great sound, Sony's WF-SP800N come very close.
KEF takes on Sony, Bose, and Apple with its first true wireless ANC earbuds
Legendary speaker brand KEF has jumped into the noise-canceling true wireless earbuds category with a $230 pair of sleek, silver eggs it calls the Mu3.
JBL Reflect Mini NC review: Almost perfect workout buds
You'll find a lot of true wireless earbuds that claim to be good for workouts, but few deliver the value, sound, and features of the $150 Reflect Mini NC.
Why 2021 could be the beginning of the end for cable TV
We've all seen predictions of pay TV's demise before, but COVID-19 has dumped an accelerant on an already raging fire. This could be the beginning of the end.
Earin A-3 earbuds review: Good things come in small packages
Just how small can true wireless earbuds get? Earin's answer: Very, very small. The A-3 are tiny, yet manage to pump out decent sound. Is that enough for $199?
What is 8D audio, and how can you experience it?
Appearing recently out of nowhere, 8D audio is suddenly all over YouTube. But what is this mysterious audio format and why do you need headphones to hear it?
Why your next soundbar should have Dolby Atmos
Now that Dolby Atmos is supported by most streaming services and Blu-rays, it's time to think about making your next soundbar a Dolby Atmos-capable soundbar.
Oppo Enco X review: Android-friendly AirPods Pro killers
Plenty of companies have tried to offer the AirPods Pro's features and design for a lot less money. The Enco X are the first noise-canceling earbuds to succeed.
Yes, Focal’s new $990 Celestee headphones are ‘affordable’
These audiophile headphones cost just shy of $1,000, but when you consider that they're the direct descendants of a $3,000 pair of cans, maybe they're worth it.
1More ComfoBuds Review: Small and comfy AirPods alternatives
If you don't like Apple's high prices, but you don't like the way most other earbuds fit, the 1More ComfoBuds are an affordable and comfy true wireless option.
Sling TV raises its prices by $5 per month for new subscribers
Sling TV is the latest live TV streaming service to announce a price hike, with a $5 per month increase on its Sling Orange and Sling Blue streaming packages.
TiVo takes personalization to the next level with voice ID
TiVo and voice authentication company, Pindrop, have joined forces to let TiVo users get personalized content recommendations using just their voices.
Plex Arcade brings classic Atari console titles to your TV for $5 per month
Plex, the company best known for its media server software, is launching a $5 per month gaming service aimed at fans of retro Atari titles like Centipede.
Polk’s $249 expandable React Soundbar packs virtual 5.1 surround sound and Alexa
The $249 Polk Audio React soundbar can deliver virtual 5.1 surround sound on its own, or you can expand it with wireless speakers and a wireless subwoofer.
Three Sony WH-1000XM4 alternatives that cost less than $100
Sony's WH-1000XM4 are widely considered to be the best noise-canceling headphones you can buy. These alternatives are almost as good, but they cost way less.
How to watch the 2021 Super Bowl, with or without cable
On February 7, in spite of the pandemic, Super Bowl LV will be played in Tampa, Florida. The game will be carried by CBS. Here are all the ways you can watch.
Soundcore Liberty Air 2 Pro review: Affordably awesome
Looking for AirPods Pro features without spending $250? These ANC earbuds come very close and cost a lot less. Here's what you should know before buying.
Three great Powerbeats Pro alternatives that cost less than $100
The Powerbeats Pro are very popular true wireless workout earbuds, but they're expensive. Here are 3 models that fill the same need but are way more affordable.
KEF’s KC62 subwoofer packs 1,000 watts into a tiny cube
If space is at a premium in your home theater, or you think that subwoofers should be seen as well as heard, KEF's tiny, pricey powerhouse is worth a look.
What is HDR10+ Adaptive? The HDR calibration system fully explained
HDR enthusiasts have another acronym to learn: HDR10+ Adaptive. What is it and which TVs and streaming services support it? Our explainer has the answers.
Spotify’s Car Thing music and podcast device could finally launch in 2021
Spotify hasn't mentioned its Car Thing device in more than a year, but a new FCC filing raises the possibility that a new version could go on sale this year.
At CES 2021, TCL put all other TV makers on notice: We’re just getting started
As CES 2021 wraps up, we take a moment to acknowledge the enormous and sudden gains by TCL as the Chinese TV brand attempts to unseat Sony, Samsung, and LG.