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Sony WH-1000XM5

Sony WH-1000XM6: the design and features we want Sony’s next headphones to deliver

Sony dropped the WH-1000XM5 in 2022, which means the XM6 is probably around the corner. Here's what we think Sony needs to keep its top spot.
A Google Pixel 7 Pro displaying Apple Music's lossless audio, next to a pair of Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 earbuds.

Let’s be honest, you probably can’t hear lossless audio

Lossless audio is one of the best things to happen to streaming music, but if you use wireless earbuds or headphones, you probably can't hear it.
A collection of open-ear earbuds in their charging cases.

The best open-ear earbuds and headphones for 2024

With the convenience of wireless earbuds, plus the ability to hear your surroundings, open-ear earbuds are the latest audio trend. These models are the best.
Baseus Eli Sport 1.

Baseus Eli Sport 1 review: killer open-ear value

The Baseus Eli Sport 1 offer all of the benefits of open-ear listening at a very accessible price.
An iPhone 14 displaying the Amazon Music app with a Dolby Atmos Music playlist, next to a set of Apple AirPods Max headphones.

What is Dolby Atmos Music, and how can you listen to it at home and on the go?

Dolby Atmos Music is an immersive way to hear new tracks, as well as old favorites, but you'll need the right combo of gear to get it. Here's how it works.
Vizio 86-inch 4K TV.

Vizio’s first 86-inch 4K TV is coming soon, for $999

Ahead of the planned acquisition by Walmart, Vizio has revamped its TV lineup and revealed its biggest screen so far.
Samsung Music Frame.

Samsung Music Frame hands-on: invisible audio done right

Samsung's Music Frame might look like a simple photo frame, but it's a real-deal wireless speaker too.
Disney+ homescreen featuring Hulu content.

You can now watch Hulu inside the Disney+ app

Hulu on Disney+ is now official, with full integration of both services for Disney Bundle subscribers.
Cambridge Audio Melomania M100.

Cambridge Audio’s first AirPods Pro competitor has lossless audio, massive battery life

The Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 sport a huge array of new features including ANC, lossless audio, and up to 52 hours of battery life.
Man listening to wireless headphones.

Next-gen wireless headphones will get lossless hi-res audio with a little help from Qualcomm

Qualcomm's latest wireless audio chips bring improved ANC and audio quality to headphones, earbuds, and speakers.
Ifi Go Bar Kensei.

Ifi says its latest portable DAC restores the missing quality in digital audio

Ifi's latest portable headphone DAC/amp uses Japanese tech inside and out for better audio and robustness.
Plex logo screen.

Plex tells users that VR apps are going away

Plex has no plans to create apps for the Quest or the Apple Vision Pro, and now its existing VR apps are losing official support.
Soundcore Sleep A20.

Soundcore upgrades its Sleep earbuds for World Sleep Day

Soundcore's new sleep-oriented wireless earbuds are now less expensive and have better features.
best buy offers free tidal with select products

Tidal launches Circles, a social network for musicians

Tidal says it's welcoming select artists to use Tidal Circles, a new social network built into the Tidal streaming service.
PSB Speakers M4U TWM earbuds in open charging case.

PSB M4U TWM wireless earbuds review: zero frills, stunning sound

PSB Speakers' M4U TWM explore what happens when you focus exclusively on sound quality, with spectacular results.
TCL X11H Max MicroLED TV.

TCL’s bonkers China-only microLED TV is as tall as Darth Vader

TCL has started selling a massive, 163-inch microLED TV that can achieve 10,000 nits of peak brightness.
A video call on the Surface Pro 9 tablet.

How to make video calls on a TV: 8 of the most popular ways

Tired of tiny laptop screens for video calls? How about taking your Teams and Zoom meetings on your TV? Here’s how.
Rear of Apple TV 4K.

HDMI ARC and eARC: What are they, and how do they work?

If you’re not using HDMI ARC, you should be. This underappreciated HDMI tech eliminates extra cables, improves audio, and makes it easier to control your gear.
LG StanbyMe Speaker attached to a StanbyMe TV.

LG’s pill-shaped Bluetooth speaker doubles as a soundbar

LG's StanbyMe Speaker is designed to work as a portable Bluetooth speaker as well as a companion soundbar for the company's StandbyMe display.
Samsung HW-Q990D Dolby Atmos Soundbar.

Samsung launches its flagship Dolby Atmos soundbar with discounted prices

Samsung's 2024 HW-Q990D Dolby Atmos soundbar has been priced at $2,000, but early discounts bring that down considerably.
Pioneer VSX-535 AV receiver.

Pioneer’s latest budget-friendly Dolby Atmos AV receivers start at $379

Pioneer has announced two new Dolby Atmos AV receivers – the 7.2 VSX-835 and the 5.2 VSX-535.
Person listening to spatial audio using Apple AirPods Max headphones.

What is spatial audio? The 3D sound experience fully explained

Do you need Apple products to hear spatial audio? No, and that's not the only myth we'll bust in this in-depth explainer.
SkullCandy EcoBuds connected to a phone.

Skullcandy’s latest wireless buds charge from your phone

Skullcandy's EcoBuds are designed to be more sustainable by eliminating the charging case's internal battery in favor of the one in your phone.
Tidal app for iOS on an iPhone 14 showing now playing screen with Max quality track.

Tidal has rolled all of its premium features into its $11 per month plan

Tidal is consolidating all of its premium features like hi-res an Dolby Atmos under a single, $11 per month plan.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 in charging case.

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 review: Sennheiser’s best wireless earbuds yet

Sennheiser's Momentum True Wireless 4 keep their top notch ergonomics while offering Sennheiser fans improvements across the board.
2024 LG OLED evo G4 TV.

LG’s 2024 OLED evo TVs available for preorder and start at $1,500

LG has released preorder pricing for its 2024 OLED evo G4 and C4 series TVs.
Close up of Sonos logo on a Sonos Arc soundbar.

Sonos’ $449 Wi-Fi headphones delayed by software bug

Sonos' widely expected wireless headphones appear to have hit a production snag.
Panasonic DMP-BD91 BD blu-ray player tray

Next-gen optical disc can store over 14,000 4K movies

New technology developed by Chinese scientists delivers 4,000 times as much data density as a Blu-ray disc.
Bose Wireless Charging Case Cover in use on a wireless charging mat.

Bose Wireless Charging Case Cover review: the accessory that shouldn’t be necessary

The Bose Wireless Charging Case Cover is, unfortunately, a necessary accessory if you want to charge your Bose earbuds wirelessly. Here's what you should know.
The JBL Pulse 5 Bluetooth speaker submerged in a hot tub.

IP what? Explaining water and dust resistance for audio gear

Tech companies use an IPX code to show that their products are water- and dust-resistant. But what does this IPX code mean? We break it all down.
Apple TV 4K: Apple Music now playing screen with Lossless audio format displayed.

Apple Music’s lossless audio on Apple TV isn’t enabled by default. Here’s how to fix that

The addition of lossless audio on Apple Music was a boon for audiophiles, but if you own an Apple TV, you won't hear it automatically.
Wiim Amp next to a speaker.

Look out, Sonos — Wiim Amp is your favorite speakers’ new best friend

The Wiim Amp is compact, stylish, easy to use, and ridiculously full-featured. For all your audio needs, just add speakers.
Simon Cohen wearing the Bose Ultra Open Earbuds.

Bose Ultra Open Earbuds review: the weird design works

Bose's unusual take on wireless earbud design provides access to music and the world around you.
What is blooming?

TV and monitor halo effect and blooming: what are they and should you care?

Sometimes your TV or monitor can let light bleed from bright areas to dark areas, causing a halo effect. Here's why it happens and what you can do about it.