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Vizio WatchFree+ FAST service within the Vizio mobile app.

Vizio’s WatchFree+ streaming service joins the Vizio app for mobile viewing from anywhere

Previously only available on Vizio's TVs, the FAST service WatchFree+ is now part of the company's mobile app.
A person holding the folded Soundcore Space One Pro headphones.

Soundcore’s Space One Pro headphones are perfect for travel

Soundcore's latest flagship headphones have an ingenious folding system that makes them 50% smaller when folded.
JBL Tour Pro 3 in their open charging case.

JBL Tour Pro 3 review: Who could ask for anything more?

JBL's feature-rich Tour Pro earbuds get even more features this time, and better all-around performance.
A frame grab from an Instagram video showing the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 worn by Shohei Ohtani.

Beats teases the Powerbeats Pro 2, says they’re coming in 2025

Fans of the Beats Powerbeats Pro won't have much longer to wait for the much-anticipated second-gen earbuds.
A frustrated-looking couple holds a TV remote.

DTS Clear Dialogue brings AI to the ‘what did they say?’ problem

Dialogue quality has become, for many reasons, an increasing problem at home. DTS may have the solution.
Noble Fokus Apollo.

Noble Fokus Apollo headphones are the first with planar and dynamic drivers

Audiophile brand Noble is the first to combine planar and dynamic drivers into a set of wireless headphones.
Klipsch Flexus Core 300 plus Sub 200 subwoofers.

The Klipsch Flexus Core 300 is the first soundbar with Dirac Live

Klipsch's new flagship Dolby Atmos soundbar comes with audiophile-grade room correction software.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H100.

Bang & Olufsen’s latest headphones look gorgeous and cost a fortune

Bang & Olufsen's Beoplay H100 are made of luxurious materials and they have an intriguing set of rotating controls.
Sony Bravia Theater Bar 9.

Sony Bravia Theater Bar 9 review: a bare-bones soundbar with brilliant sound

Sony's newest flagship soundbar can produce impressive sound for movies and shows, but its lack of extra features makes us question its high price.
Zildjian Alchem-e Perfect Tune headphones.

Legendary cymbal brand Zildjian dives into headphones

Zildjian has moved from cymbals into electronics with its first set of wireless, noise-canceling headphones.
Diamond encrusted Bose Ultra Open Earbuds.

Only one person will win these diamond-encrusted Bose earbuds

Bose is celebrating its 60th anniversary by giving away a one-of-a-kind set of diamond-covered wireless earbuds.
The phone app on an iPhone.

It’s 2024, and smartphones are still very dumb about one simple thing

If our smartphones are like supercomputers in our pockets, why do we still end up paying for things by accident?
NAD M10 V3.

NAD’s M10 streaming amp gets a phono input and Dirac Live Bass Control

NAD's M10 amplified network music streamer gets some nice upgrades while keeping the same price.
Denon AVR-A10H.

Denon’s 13.4-channel AVR-A10H is a more affordable premium AV receiver

Denon's AVR-A10H brings the company's flagship AVR features and performance to a new lower price point.
Fiio BTR13 DAC.

Fiio’s BTR13 is a budget-priced DAC that does it all

Fiio's latest portable DAC lets you stream hi-res, lossless audio from any device via wired or wireless connections.
Sony WF-C510 wireless earbuds.

Sony launches its smallest wireless earbuds at an equally small price

For the first time, Sony has a set of wireless earbuds that cost less than $100.
TCL 2024 Q Class Q85H soundbar.

You can now buy TCL’s 7.1.4-channel, 860-watt soundbar for $600

TCL's flagship Dolby Atmos soundbar is now available -- and for far less than TCL suggested.
Beats Studio Pro in sandstone seen with Apple AirPods Max in space grey.

Beats Studio Pro join Apple’s audio sharing ecosystem

Beats' flagship wireless headphones can now share audio with select Beats and Apple earbuds and headphones.
JBL Tour Pro 3.

JBL has added every conceivable feature to its Tour Pro 3 wireless buds

JBL has thrown the kitchen sink at its Tour Pro 3 wireless earbuds. Hi-res audio, dual drivers, Auracast, and head-tracking are just the start.
Bowers & Wilkins Pi8.

Bowers & Wilkins’ wireless earbuds get a massive redesign

B&W's newest earbuds get a slew of improvements, including better sound quality, battery life, and ANC, plus a long-awaited inclusion of Bluetooth Multipoint.
OnePlus Buds Pro 3.

OnePlus Buds Pro 3 launch with a $30 discount

OnePlus has a new set of noise-canceling wireless earbuds, and they're launching with a nice discount.
Bluesound Node Icon.

Bluesound has 3 new hi-res music streamers starting at $299

Bluesound has expanded its network music streamer lineup with three new Node models for all budgets and sound systems.
Bluesound Node Nano.

Bluesound Node Nano review: an affordable, audiophile-grade mini music streamer

Bluesound's Node Nano is its most affordable hi-res music streamer, and yet it doesn't skimp on what matters most: great sound.
The LG G3 OLED TV on a stand, showing a mountain scene on the screen.

How to mirror your smartphone or tablet on your TV

Casting apps and streaming services to your TV from your phone is cool, but with screen mirroring you can share whatever you see on your device. Here's how.
Marshall Emberton III in cream.

Marshall’s Emberton III and Willen II speakers get microphones and Auracast

Marshall has updated its Emberton and Willen portable Bluetooth speakers with speakerphone capability and Auracast compatibility.
Earfun Air Pro 4 in front of case.

Best cheap headphones and earbuds 2024: Earfun, Soundcore, Beats, and others

Saving money and getting great sound quality needn't be mutually exclusive. These headphones and earbuds prove it.
Victrola VPT-800 Automatic Turntable.

You can now buy Victrola’s repeat-play automatic turntable

Victrola's VPT-800 Automatic Turntable does it all, and does it automatically as many times as you wish.
Chromecast icon seen on a smartphone screen.

Chromecast or Google Cast? Google’s confusing wireless streaming tech explained

Chromecast, Chromecast built-in, and Google Cast. Are they the same thing? And if not, what are the differences between them? We have the answers.
An Android phone with the Sonos app showing the music sources tab menu, next to a Sonos Roam wireless speaker.

Yes, Sonos, bring back the old app!

Sonos has said it will take months before its new app will be as stable and as useful as the old one. Why should we have to wait?
Kim Kardashian models three new Beats Studio Pro colors.

Beats Studio Pro get the Kim Kardashian treatment

Beats is releasing its flagship headphones in three new colors created by Kim Kardashian.
Nakamichi

Nakamichi’s insane Dragon soundbar reborn with quad 750-watt subwoofers

Think soundbars don't get any more extreme than Nakamichi's Dragon? Think again.
Earfun Air Pro 4 in case, lid open.

Earfun Air Pro 4 review: the best budget wireless earbuds on the planet

Earfun's new flagship noise-canceling earbuds once again set a new standard for value and performance under $100.
Two pairs of Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 in their charge case.

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 get smaller and smarter

Google says its new flagship wireless earbuds are more comfortable, smarter than in the past, and better for calls.
Cambridge Audio Evo One.

Cambridge Audio Evo One is a 14-driver wireless music speaker that doubles as a soundbar

Cambridge Audio's latest speaker does wireless music streaming and much more.