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Samsung Premiere UST Projector.

Samsung debuts Premiere 8K UST projector at CES 2023 with images up to 150 inches

Samsung has upped its projector game at CES 2023 with an 8K version of the Premiere, an ultra-short throw unit that can show images as large as 150 inches.
JBL Tune Flex.

JBL updates its Tune, Vibe, and Endurance Peak earbuds at CES 2023

JBL has brought a bunch of new wireless earbuds to CES 2023 with improvements in battery life, water protection, and noise cancellation.
JBL Bar 1300X Dolby Atmos Soundbar.

JBL reveals its new flagship soundbar at CES 2023: 15 channels and 1170W of Dolby Atmos power

JBL's new Bar 1300X Dolby Atmos soundbar is a monster with 1,170 watts of power, a 12-inch subwoofer, and six dedicated up-firing height drivers.
JBL Tour One M2.

JBL confirms U.S. pricing, release dates for new Tour One M2 and Tour Pro 2

JBL's new flagship headphones and earbuds, the Tour One M2 and Tour Pro 2 now have confirmed prices and release dates in the U.S. following their E.U. debut.
Poly Voyager Free 60+ wireless earbuds.

HP and Poly challenge Jabra at CES 2023 with Voyager Free 60 hybrid earbuds

Poly's new Voyager Free 60 are designed for folks who want to use their earbuds for work, play, and everything in-between.
Panasonic MZ2000 4K OLED TV.

Panasonic brings a Micro Lens Array OLED TV to CES 2023, but will it sell the TV here too?

Panasonic's latest OLED TV, the MZ2000, could give Sony and LG some serious competition if the company brings it to the U.S.
Samsung Freestyle projector.

Samsung unveils metaverse- and dual screen-ready version of Freestyle projector at CES 2023

Samsung's clever and compact Freestyle projector has received a set of gaming- and metaverse-oriented updates for 2023.
JLab Jbuds Mini.

JLab’s new earbuds are smaller than a dime, and it says $99 hearing aids are on the way

JLab will be introducing several new products at CES 2023, including its smallest set of wireless earbuds, and OTC hearing aids that it plans to sell for $99.
Bang & Olufsen Chinese New Year 2023 collection.

Bang & Olufsen celebrates Lunar New Year 2023 with Silk Road-inspired limited editions

The Danish audio company has created special editions of its most popular products including the Beoplay EX and H95 headphones.
LG's 2023 SC9 Dolby Atmos soundbar.

LG’s 2023 soundbars go wireless, get on-screen controls, and game-friendly inputs

Ahead of CES 2023, LG gives us a peak at its new soundbars, with Dolby Atmos, wireless connections, and HDMI 2.1 passthrough.
Apple AirPods Pro 2 close-up.

3 trends that will make wireless audio even better in 2023

Wireless audio has come a long way, but we're only just getting started. With better quality, longer battery life, and more features, here's what's coming next.
Campfire Audio Orbit charging case, lid open.

Campfire Audio Orbit review: out of this world sound

Campfire Audio's first wireless earbuds may be short on features, but they make up for it with massive, powerful sound.
Particles by XO leaked render.

Nothing might launch new hi-res earbuds at CES under the XO brand

Carl Pei's enigmatic Nothing brand might be readying a new set of wireless earbuds that will work with the company's smartphone.
Woman by pool with Apple AirPods earbuds and an e-reader.

These are the wireless earbuds I’m taking on a beach vacation

Wondering which wireless earbuds or headphones are right for your next vacation? So am I. Let's take a look at some of the best options.
Sony Linkbuds on purple background

The most innovative headphones of 2022

2022 saw tons of new headphones and earbuds. And while many offered rock-solid improvements to the formula, these are the ones that stood out from the crowd.
Woman wearing Technics EAH-AZ40 true wireless earbuds in silver.

The best Cyber Monday wireless earbuds deals for the audiophile in your life

Looking for the best sound at the best price? These Cyber Monday wireless earbuds deals will put a smile on your face without making a big dent in your wallet.
Grado GW100x wireless open-back headphones.

Grado updates world’s only wireless open-back headphones with better sound, longer battery life

Renowned for its open-back headphones, Grado has updated the world's only wireless open-back model with aptX Adaptive, multipoint, and longer play imes.
Hand holding Sony LinkBuds S in their case.

6 wireless earbuds that have never been cheaper than Black Friday

If you've been patiently waiting for a great deal on wireless earbuds, you made the right call: these awesome buds are at an all-time low price.
Master & Dynamic MW08 Sport true wireless earbuds.

Grab this incredible Master & Dynamic wireless earbud Black Friday deal before Amazon takes it down

Master & Dynamic's MW08 Sport are somehow down to $120 -- 66% off their regular $349 price for Black Friday. Don't wait. This has to be a mistake.
A man wearing the Sony WH-1000XM4 wireless headphones.

13 things to consider when buying headphones for someone else

So someone on your holiday gift list has asked for new headphones. Now what? Don't worry, we'll tell you exactly what to look for (and what to avoid).
A woman wearing the silver Apple AirPods Max.

Why the best device for Apple’s lossless music will be an Android phone

Apple could be about to launch a hi-fi lossless tier on Apple Music. Here's why the company's own devices are less than ideal for wireless hi-fi audio.
Close-up of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II will get lossless, Snapdragon Sound in 2023

Bose had a surprise announcement at this year's Qualcomm Snapdragon Summit: it will be adding aptX Adaptive and lossless codecs to its QuietComfort Earbuds II.
Qualcomm Snapdragon Sound earbuds and smartphone image.

Next-gen Qualcomm chips make wireless earbuds, headphones better for gaming and spatial audio

Qualcomm's second-gen S3 and S5 platforms for wireless headphones will make head-tracked spatial audio and lossless CD quality the new standard.
A TV showing the Comcast Xfinity interface for World Cup 2022 coverage.

Comcast will be the only way to watch the World Cup in Dolby Vision

Comcast's Xfinity cable service has scored when it comes to World Cup soccer. It will be the only way to watch the tournament in Dolby Vision.
A woman wears AirPods Pro while looking at her iPhone on public transportation.

FaceTime with spatial audio is nothing short of magic

Much has been said about Apple's spatial audio for music and movies, but if you haven't tried it with FaceTime, you're missing out.
Audio-Technica ATH-TWX9 earbuds in charging case.

Audio-Technica’s new flagship earbuds sanitize themselves after every use

Audio-Technica's new flagship earbuds, the ATH-TWX9, borrow a little trick from LG: they use UV light to sanitize the buds between uses.
Close-up of Master & Dynamic MW75's earcup and hinge.

Master & Dynamic’s MW75 headphones sound incredible but cost a small fortune

Master & Dynamic's MW75 wireless headphones take luxury, style, sound quality ... and price to all new highs.
Skullcandy Grind Fuel true wireless earbuds with SkullIQ technology.

Hey you! Skullcandy lets you talk to multiple voice assistants at once

Skullcandy, in conjunction with Amazon, is updating its wireless earbuds to let you speak to your choice of voice assistant, no buttons needed.
Devialet Mania portable speaker.

Devialet managed to pack two subwoofers into a speaker the size of a small purse

The Devialet Mania stands only as tall as a smartphone, but it packs four full-range drivers, two subwoofers, and a 10-hour battery.
Bluesound Pulse M speaker.

Bluesound Pulse M review: precision sound for any room

For those who want Sonos capabilities in a speaker that meets a slightly higher standard of audiophile performance, the Bluesound Pulse M is a worthy choice.
Audio-Technica AT-SB2022 Sound Burger portable turntable.

The Sound Burger is back. Audio-Technica revives its vinyl Walkman for a new generation

Audio-Technica's portable record player from the 80s is back and with new features like Bluetooth, it might win the hearts of a whole new generation.
Apple AirPods second generation with charging case on a wooden desk.

A Canadian grocery store is selling second-gen AirPods for just $89

A discount grocery chain in Ontario, Canada just became the best place to buy Apple's iconic AirPods.
A woman bends and folds LG Display's stretchable display.

LG’s new thin and stretchable displays could be used to wrap skin, cars, and furniture

LG Display has revealed a stretchable, full-color display that it says is the first to withstand a stretch of 20% without suffering any damage.
Audio-Technica ATH-WB2022 wireless headphones.

Audio-Technica’s $2,700 wooden wireless headphones do something no other headphones can do

Audio-Technica has released a very limited edition set of wireless headphones that claim to be the first to offer a balanced stereo experience.
Amazon Music on a smartphone screen.

Amazon Prime members now have access to 100 million songs

Amazon has expanded the number of songs its Prime members can access for free, from 2 million to 100 million.
Apple TV 4K 2021 with new Siri remote

Apple TV 4K (2021) review: It’s all about that new Siri remote

Apple's newly revamped Apple TV 4K may have a new brain on the inside, but it's the new Siri remote that is rightfully getting all of the attention.
HP Hearing Pro by Nuheara.

HP is now in the OTC hearing aid game, powered by Nuheara

The HP Hearing Pro are a new set of over-the-counter hearing aids designed by Australian hearables company, Nuheara.
Close up of Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3.

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 get Bluetooth multipoint and hi-res audio

Sennheiser has released a firmware update that gives the earbuds a key feature they lacked at launch: the ability to connect with two devices simultaneously.