Sony enlists ex-Idol judge again to help craft its MDR-X05 cans
Sony teamed up with the forever-scowling Simon Cowell again, this time for the MDR-XO5, the upcoming on-ear addition to its X headphone line.
Amazon Prime Instant Video loads ‘Justified’ into its six shooter
New-age Western 'Justified' is now available to Amazon Prime Instant Video subscribers at no additional charge
FCC OKs Ultra HD broadcast tests
Amidst a wave of 4K/Ultra HD enthusiasm, the FCC has OK'd a trial of Europe's DVB-T2 broadcast standard, a move that should help shape the future of the format
Stream come true: Spotify Seeks to Eliminate Monthly Fee for Mobile Users
An ad-supported version of Spotify is free on your computer, but the service costs $10/mo on tablets and phones
YouTube views now influencing Billboard rankings
With more teens listening to music on YouTube than any other medium, Billboard has moved to stay in sync with a rapidly changing reality.
Krell’s Connect Stream Player delivers audiophile-worthy digital music at a tycoon-worthy price point
Krell's Connect Stream Player will soon be available with or without a top-notch DAC at either $2500 or $3500 price points.
Velocity Micro’s Raptor MultiPlex HT/Gaming Hyrbid PC is armed to the teeth
Velocity Micro's Raptio MultiPlex aims to provide gaming and home theater enthusiasts with a turbo-charged all-in-one option.
Ferrari by Logic3 quiets its engine down with noise-cancelling R300 cans
With the release of the R300s, Ferrari by Logic3 has updated its R200 model phones, adding noise-canceling technology.
LG Display betting on OLED to the tune of $657 million
The fact that the world's largest panel-producer is investing so heavily in OLED means the technology is likely here to stay.
PEDs for your digital music: Marantz launches the NA-11S1 DAC
Marantz has launched the NA-11S1, a carefully engineered, high-end DAC and media streamer for digital music lovers with particular taste.
Library of Congress unveils plan for an audio archive
The Library of Congress has completed a plan to catalogue and maintain American audio recordings for posterity.
Meet the Pyle PVTT2u: The mullet of turntables
Want to take your vinyl collection on the road? Pyle's portable PVTT2U turntable is housed inside a briefcase.
Networks may withhold content from DISH if AutoHop litigation fails
CBS CEO Leslie Moonves has said that he will cease to provide DISH with content unless it gets rid of the Hopper DVR
Slacker Radio defies name, ambitiously overhauls site
Slacker Radio is a moderately successful streaming music service, but it hopes an update to its site will help it compete with the industry's power players.
Turntables for your keychain: Urbanears Lets you Rock the Party with its Slussen Adapter and App
Urbanears has released the highly-portable Slussen adapter, which connects to a speaker and a pair of headphones to create a DJ rig on the fly.
FOX snuggles up with Xfinity, streams content to mobile devices, Smart TVs, and PCs
A recent agreement between FOX and Xfinity will allow cable subscribers to watch FOX content on a host of new devices
Intel Web TV box coming this year with live TV streaming ability
Intel will jump into the fray of Internet-based TV services this year and promises live TV will be part of the deal.
Sound Snipers: Yamaha Releases YSP-4300 and YSP-3300 Digital Sound Projectors with “Target Mode”
Using "target mode" Yamaha says its YSP-4300 and YSP-3300 digital sound projectors can direct sound at certain listeners and away from others
Amazon secures expanded content licensing agreement with CBS
On the heels of recent successes, Amazon has added a swath of CBS content for its streaming service
Netflix and Dreamworks to collaborate on a kid-centric animated series based on the upcoming movie, ‘Turbo’
Netflix and Dreamworks will team up on an animated show based on Dreamworks' upcoming animated feature film, "Turbo."
Microsoft to throw its hat in the original programming ring
By year's end, Microsoft's LA Studio hopes to deliver original content to Xbox users.
Suddenlink subscribers get first look at TiVo’s Mini DVR extender
Though it won't launch until the spring, Suddenlink is giving its subscribers a sneak peek of the TiVo Mini.
DISH ships Hopper with Sling as legal storm rages on
Allowing users to watch their home TV anywhere and skip ads when playing back recorded programs, Hopper with Sling seems bent on catering to the consumer.
Boston Acoustics’ Mc200air Airplay speaker sports room-suffusing audio
Boston Acoustics has created a rich, layered sound with its new MC200air AirPlay speaker.
We demand HD quality from our televisions, why not from our iPods?
While today's TVs look sharper, brighter and more vivid than ever, the iPod, even after several years of upgrades, still does't sound very good.
Bowers & Wilkins AM-1 outdoor speaker: Rugged enough for your outdoor kitchen, refined enough for your library
High-end audio company Bowers & Wilkins recently introduced the AM-1, an outdoor speaker with a blue collar exterior and white collar pedigree.
Sony’s Extra Bass headphones tweak traditional specs to cater to today’s tunes
Sony cuts to the chase, explaining exactly what its Extra Bass headphones are designed to do.
Amazon vexes Netflix by inking a deal for exclusive streaming rights to ‘Downton Abbey’
Come June 18th, Amazon Prime Instant Video will be the only subscription-based streaming service with rights to "Downton Abbey."
Blockbuster rises from the canvas, re-launches spruced up on-demand service
Blockbuster is banking on a re-release of its Blockbuster On Demand streaming service as it attempts to revive its ailing brand.
CES names DISH’s Hopper co-winner, as ‘Best of Show’ scandal continues for CNET
CES has overruled CNET and has re-awarded DISH's Hopper "Best of Show" honors.
Sharp annouces new projectors for the boardroom, classroom, or livingroom
With 3D technology and an ultra-lightweight design, Sharp tries to distinguish its PG-LW and PG-LX projectors from the rest of the pack
Libratone brings Android and Windows users into the fold with recent app update
A free software update from Libratone brings Android and Windows users into the fold with DLNA support
SOUL Electronics unveils Spring 2013 athletic cans with Tim Tebow in tow
SOUL electronics unveiled a lineup of headphones designed for athletes at CES 2013, with the help of an uber-popular Football star
CBS to employ six 4K cameras in Super Bowl XLVII coverage
CBS will make use of six 4k video cameras during its coverage of Super Bowl XLVII, giving viewers unprecedentedly sharp close-up views of replay action.
Verizon expands FiOS TV app to support 75 live channels on Samsung Smart TVs and Blu-ray players
Available on 2011 and 2012 Samsung Smart TVs and Smart Blu-ray players, the FiOS TV app, from Verizon, will now offer 75 live channels
Japan planning world’s first 4K/Ultra HD live broadcast for the 2014 World Cup
You'll need an uber-expensive 4K/Ultra HD to take advantage, but come 2014, the World Cup will be broadcast in stunning ultra high def.