Philips Fidelio HTL9100 review
Philips deserves high praise for being the first to bring truly wireless surround speakers to the masses, and the Fidelio’s stylish appeal is hard to resist. However, despite offering seamless surround sound, there’s a certain something missing from its sound signature.
Braven 850 review
Braven wisely follows up on the success of its model 600 wireless speaker with this super-sized version, the Braven 850. As we had hoped, it offers more of everything we loved about the smaller version, and then some.
Yamaha YAS-152 review
Last year, the YAS-101 sound bar dazzled us with big bass from a slim cabinet. This year, the replacement YAS-152 got longer and the bass got bigger, but clarity and definition took a hit.
SVS Prime Wireless speakers review
The latest from SVS, the Prime Wireless speakers, are a new and convenient way to enjoy the incredible sound of the Prime Series speakers without the need for amplification. While they do come with a few caveats, those looking for gorgeous sound in an equally gorgeous package will want to give them a long look.
Apple AirPods 2 review
Apple’s updated AirPods arrived last week with little fanfare and packing only minimal improvements. The question is: Has Apple updated its true wireless earphones enough to keep up with the growing crowd of competitors? Check out our review to find out if this is an upgrade worth making.
Amazon Echo Studio review: The best Echo speaker yet
With deep bass, hi-res audio chops, and Dolby Atmos support, the Echo Studio is Amazon's best smart speaker yet and has few peers in the smart speaker space.
Soundfreaq Sound Rise SFQ-05 review
Soundfreaq’s new Sound Rise may be one of the best alarm clocks on the market. But does the company make its latest version intuitive enough to make it worth replacing your smartphone for your morning routine?
Astell & Kern AK Jr review
Astell & Kern folded stellar sound and impeccable design into its most affordable hi-res music player, proving you don’t have to blow your life savings to get quality portable audio.
Blue Microphones Spark Digital review
Blue Microphones’ latest effort takes the best of its Spark condenser mic into the fast lane of mobile versatility, adding both Lightning and USB connectivity, and an easy-to-use onboard control system for all of your on-the-go recording needs.
Audiophiles belong on Android. Here’s what I learned from switching over
After 9 years with the iPhone, I switched to LG’s V30 to keep my precious headphones. It’s always scary trying something new, but taking the leap isn’t as hard as you might think.
Apple’s new AirPods Pro are awesome wireless earbuds — but for how long?
Apple's new AirPods Pro are a smash hit. The reviews are glowing and by just about any measure, these fully wireless earbuds rank among the most well-appointed and best-reviewed wireless earbuds you can buy. But there's one trait that could make them destined for the trash heap sooner than you'd hope.
Sling TV lands on Chromecast, offers free device or two free months
Sling TV adds Chromecast support today for Android and iOS devices, solidifying its status as the easiest a way for cord cutters to land live TV.
Home theater calibration guide: Manual speaker setup
Make your home theater rumble just right with our manual speaker setup guide, a simple, step-by-step walkthrough to getting the most from your audio equipment without needing to rely on automatic calibration, which often can't produce the same stellar results as manual calibration.
Here are the best Blu-ray movies to show off your home theater
What's the point of having all of that awesome home theater gear if you can't breed a little jealousy in your friends and family? We've put together this list of incredible Blu-rays that have the goods to drop a few jaws, and show off everything your home theater is capable of.
What’s a headphone amp, and why would you need one?
In an age when headphones reign supreme, you might be thinking it’s a good idea to get a dedicated headphone amp, and you may well be right. Here's why.
Spending $100 never sounded better than with 1More’s Triple Driver in-ear headphones
China-based 1More bursts onto the U.S. headphone scene with its new Triple Driver in-ear headphones, which look great, and sounds even better for just $100.
Apple AirPods Pro vs. Master and Dynamic MW07 Plus
Apple's AirPods Pro are some of the best fully wireless earbuds on the planet, but there's an abundance of other options, including Master and Dynamic's impressive MW07 Plus. We pit these pricey earbuds against each other in a variety of categories to see which buds come out on top.
Focal’s new crazy-expensive Stellia headphones are utterly clear, remarkably open
Focal unveils its latest testament to mobile audiophilia in the new Stellia, a $3,000 pair of closed-back headphones. It's no surprise that the Stellia are luxurious inside and out, but what is surprising is the vast openness of the sound. The Stellia make their official debut at CanJam in NYC this week.
Hands on: Shure SHA900
Shure’s SHA900 portable headphone amp is sleek and sexy if not a bit big, and it portably provides supremely realistic reproduction of all your music. At $1,000, you’d better bring your gold card, though.
Embrace the upsell! Your new TV deserves one of these killer sound systems
No one wants to blow their budget after shelling out for a new TV, but this year we’re asking you to get upsold on sound with our handy guide. We promise, your ears will thank you.
Master and Dynamic MW07 Plus Review: Best wireless sound
Master and Dynamic's MW07 wireless earbuds were a big hit in 2018, but their battery life left something to be desired -- and the competition has only gotten stronger. With tons of new features and nearly triple the battery, the MW07 are a whole new bag. But can they keep up with the crowd?
The best Christmas TV episodes and specials
To help get you in the spirit of the season, we've compiled a list of some of the best Christmas TV episodes and specials you can stream online.
Samsung UN32EH4003 Review
As budget TV’s go, it is hard to do much better than Samsung’s UN32EH4003. Its bright, vivid picture, attractive design and nearly-unbeatable price make it a likely candidate for those looking for an inexpensive bedroom or office TV. Just don’t expect much in the way of sound quality.
Roku rolls out full screen mirroring for Android and Windows devices
Roku announces a new service that will allow Android and Windows phones and PCs to stream anything and everything to its Roku 3 and Roku Streaming stick.
Sling TV now runs $1 per channel as A&E, Lifetime, History and H2 go live (Update)
Dish's Web TV service Sling TV adds A&E, Lifetime, History, and H2 to its swelling core channel pack today.
How the headphone jack helps Samsung out-Apple the king
Samsung’s latest flagship phones and wearables have plenty of exciting new tech to unfurl, but one of the most useful features is also the oldest: The mighty headphone jack. By keeping the aging tech alongside new innovations, Samsung is showing Apple it too can lead the way.
Vizio 5.1.4 Dolby Atmos soundbar review
Soundbars with true Dolby Atmos surround sound have historically been a rich man’s game, often costing well over $1,000. Vizio’s new 5.1.4 Dolby Atmos soundbar undercuts similar competitors by hundreds of dollars, so we spent some quality time with the system to find out if it can hold its own.
Dolby Atmos is great for movies, but wait till you hear what it does for music
At CES 2020, I was given a rare treat: A demo that showcased multiple classic tracks mixed in Dolby Atmos Music, and played back on a high-end Atmos setup. I walked away realizing that, not only is this a viable new format, but also that music mixed in 3D is actually more impactful than movies.
The best Blu-ray players
Streaming may be super-popular, but the disc isn't dead yet! In fact, to get the very best picture and sound quality your TV and audio system are capable of, you need to be watching Blu-ray or 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray discs. We've rounded up the very best Blu-ray players you can buy right now.
Netflix’s latest price increase heralds the end of streaming’s golden age
Netflix’s recent price rise is just the latest in a string of signs that streaming’s golden age is nearly over. As more services emerge, content will be further partitioned, signaling the end of streaming’s good old days. Soon, we’ll all need to make some serious choices about where to spend our streaming dollars.
Netflix’s ‘Daredevil’ is dead, but star Charlie Cox wants Disney to resurrect it
Charlie Cox became a bona fide star playing the tortured superhero Daredevil before the show was canceled by Netflix after three seasons. We recently spoke with the actor about life after Daredevil, his new play in London with Tom Hiddleston, and his new project working with the legendary Michael Caine.
With live radio and unlimited play, Apple Music steps up to Spotify
After months of speculation, Apple finally unveiled its new music streaming service, Apple Music, at WWDC 2015.
LG SL9YG soundbar review: Atmos delivers a punch
LG’s latest Dolby Atmos soundbar is loaded with power, features, and quirks, including the lack of a center channel. That said, this distinctive soundbar offers powerful Atmos immersion for a two-piece system, making it worth consideration for those seeking cinematic sound without multiple speakers.
Klipsch Heritage HP-3 headphones review
Klipsch brings serious style and substance to its new audiophile cans. But at $1,200, are they worth the scratch?
Yamaha YAS-207 soundbar review: The default choice
While the company touts the Yamaha YAS-207’s DTS Virtual:X technology as the main selling point, as our review reveals, it’s everything else you get with the 207 that makes this the next soundbar you should buy. The soundbar's attractive $300 price tag doesn't hurt either.
Sennheiser Ambeo soundbar review: Killer Atmos sound
We expected amazing things from Sennheiser’s first soundbar, and with incredible detail, brilliant musicality, and mind-bending Dolby Atmos virtualization, it absolutely delivers. Packing glorious detail and realistic virtual surround, Sennheiser’s $2,500 Ambeo soundbar is a holistic sound solution.
Vizio SB36514-G6 5.1.4-channel Dolby Atmos soundbar review
Vizio’s latest Dolby Atmos soundbar packs serious punch for a price so low it’ll make your head spin. While this soundbar isn’t perfect, it’s loaded with features and packs a full 5.1.4-channel setup at well under $1,000. With the SB36514-G6, just about anyone can afford Atmos.