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Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus.

Sennheiser’s killer Ambeo soundbar now has a smaller, cheaper sibling

Sennheiser has added a new Ambeo soundbar to its lineup -- the $1,500 Ambeo Soundbar Plus, which is joined by a new $700 Ambeo wireless subwoofer.
LG Tone Free T90Q seen inside charging case.

LG Tone Free T90Q review: Taking a spatial shot at the AirPods Pro, with a little help from Dolby

LG's Tone Free T90Q bring head-tracking spatial audio to both iOS and Android users alike, breaking Apple's monopoly on the immersive listening feature.
Jabra Elite 5 held in hand.

The Jabra Elite 5 earbuds are essentially flawless

We went searching for problems with the Jabra Elite 5 and simply couldn't find any. For $150, they're as close to a no-brainer purchase as you're likely to get.
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Theatre seen integrated with a TV.

Bang & Olufsen’s latest soundbar costs a fortune, but it might be the last one you ever own

Bang & Olufsen has released its latest Dolby Atmos soundbar -- the Beosound Theatre -- and it's a glorious work of art and design that starts at $6,890.
Sony HT-A3000 Dolby Atmos soundbar.

Sony’s latest Dolby Atmos soundbar is smart, modular, and one of its most affordable

Sony's $700 HT-A3000 brings Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, expandability, and a wealth of smart features to its most affordable A-Series soundbar.
Sony HT-A3000 seen from a low left-side angle.

Sony’s HT-A3000 does virtual Dolby Atmos right, if you can handle the price

Sony's HT-A3000 is its most affordable premium Dolby Atmos soundbar with tons of great features. But its lack of up-firing drivers may give you pause.
Rendering of a reportedly unreleased Sonos speaker created by The Verge.

New leak hints at Sonos’ future: Bluetooth, spatial audio, and lots more home theater

Leaked photos have led to a report that Sonos is working on a replacement for its aging flagship that could support Bluetooth, spatial audio, and more.
Two women listening to wireless headphones.

What is an audio codec? A jargon-free explainer

Ever heard or read a reference to audio codecs and wondered what the heck they are? Give us five minutes and we'll bring you up to speed, with no geek-speak.
Plex logo screen.

Plex requires password resets after confirmed breach of personal data

After detecting a possible breach of its systems by an unknown third party on August 23, Plex is requiring its users to change their passwords.
Close-up of Yamaha SR-C30A compact soundbar.

Yamaha’s new compact soundbar is small enough to fit on your desk

At just 26.5-inches wide, the Yamaha SR-C30A will be one of the most compact soundbar options when it hits stores in October 2022.
Mark Levinson No. 5909 headphones.

Audacious audio: Mark Levinson’s $999 wireless headphones are awesome, and hard to recommend

Mark Levinson's hugely expensive No. 5909 wireless noise canceling headphones cost $999 – $400 more than their closest competitor. Are they worth it?
Close-up of Klipsch/Ear Micro T10 Bespoke Ear Computer.

Klipsch and Ear Micro’s custom wireless earbuds are wildly expensive at up to $5,000

Klipsch has finally released its T10 wireless earbuds, but with a twist: They'll be sold by Ear Micro as a bespoke wearable with prices that start at $2,500.
Adidas RPT-02 SOL solar-powered headphones.

Adidas gives its wireless on-ear workout headphones a solar-powered boost

Adidas has taken its popular RPT-01 wireless workout headphones and given them the ability to recharge using solar energy thanks to a new headband.
Two UE Wonderboom 3 speakers held side-by-side.

UE refreshes its Wonderboom waterproof speaker with longer battery life, new colors

Ultimate Ears has just dropped the third generation of the small but mighty Wonderboom speaker. It's more sustainable and has a longer battery life.
Technics SL-100C turntable.

Technics turntable fans now have a more affordable option: $1,000 SL-100C

Fans of Technics' hi-fi turntables now have a slightly more affordable way to explore their passion for vinyl, with the new SL-100C.
Spotify Car Thing

Spotify has killed the Car Thing, its $90 in-car audio device that failed to find an audience

After a rocky three-year history, Spotify has discontinued its Car Thing, a $90 device that was meant to make the service easier to access while driving.
A hand adjusts settings on the Marshall Stanmore III speaker.

Marshall readies its Woburn, Stanmore, and Acton speakers for the future of Bluetooth

Marshall has new versions of its Woburn, Stanmore, and Acton home Bluetooth speakers that are ready for LE Audio in the future via app-based software updates.
Gravastar Mars Pro using red LED.

Gravastar Mars Pro review: the wireless spider speaker from space

Gravastar's Mars Pro Bluetooth speaker is way more than an audio device – it's a conversation starter!
Soundcore Motion Boom Plus seen sitting in a river.

Soundcore gives its floating boombox more power and beach-ready dust resistance

Soundcore gives its popular portable speaker more power for higher volumes, and the ability to withstand dust and dirt.
The UE Drops custom-fit wireless earbuds.

The UE Drops are the first truly custom-fit wireless earbuds you can buy

Available in three colors, the Ultimate Ears UE Drops aren't cheap at $449, but they offer something no other wireless earbuds can: a truly custom fit.
Soundcore Life P3 inside charging case.

Soundcore Life P3 review: A new standard for affordable earbuds

Soundcore's Life P3 true wireless earbuds cost just $80, and yet they're loaded with features like ANC and wireless charging. Are they too good to be true?
Beyerdynamic Free Byrd inside their charging case.

Beyerdynamic Free Byrd review: Going after the AirPods Pro’s two biggest weaknesses

Beyerdynamic's Free Byrd are the company's first true wireless earbuds. Can they beat the AirPods Pro and other noise-canceling buds? We put them to the test.
Fennessy Donut i5 Gramophone in matcha (green).

I can’t buy this awesome modern gramophone, so of course I want it even more

Chinese gramophone maker, Fennessy has knocked it out of the park with its stunning, modern Donut -- a $2,000 record player that you can't get in the U.S.
V-Moda S-80 slider and earcup pivot close-up.

V-Moda S-80 on-ear headphones review: a heavy, expensive gimmick

V-Moda's S-80 brings the company's signature sound and style to these pricey wireless on-ears but then misses the mark on almost everything else.
A man listens to his cell phone audio via bluetooth headphones.

Get ready for a new generation of wireless headphones: Bluetooth LE Audio is now a done deal

The latest version of Bluetooth for audio, known as Bluetooth LE Audio, has been finalized, which means we'll soon see a raft of new wireless audio products.
Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro.

We gave these earbuds a 9/10, but at their Prime Day price, they’re an 11/10

Want a fantastic deal on a great set of wireless earbuds? Look no further than Soundcore's Liberty 3 Pro, a 9/10 product that's almost half price for Prime Day.
C Seed N1 folding 4K MicroLED TV.

This stunning, folding 4K TV now costs 50% less, but you still can’t afford it

C Seed makes 4K TVs that magically fold up and disappear when not in use and you can now buy one for $190,000, instead of $400,000.
LG S95QR soundbar center height speaker close-up.

LG S95QR soundbar review: Your new home theater in a (very big) box

LG's S95QR challenges the very definition of the word soundbar, with 14 channels, 810 watts, and wicked Dolby Atmos and DTS:X sound.
Netflix app icon on Apple TV.

Netflix adds spatial audio to select movies and shows for all subscribers

Netflix says it has added the ability for anyone with stereo speakers to enjoy spatial audio on select shows and movies, regardless of their subscription tier.
Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2 earcup close-up.

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2 Review: Noise-canceling cans get high marks for style, sound, and comfort

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2 are the British brand's latest interpretation of what a set of noise-canceling headphones should be, and they couldn't be classier.
NuraTrue Pro earbuds held in hand.

NuraTrue Pro hands-on review: A sneak peek at the lossless future of wireless audio

Our NuraTrue Pro review hands-on finds the very set of wireless earbuds to work with Qualcomm's aptX Lossless codec. Does that matter? We check them out.
A mobile phone with the Sonos app open and showing the Libby audiobook source, in front of a Sonos speaker.

How to stream free library audiobooks on your Sonos speakers

If you're tired of bingeing on Netflix, why not listen to a book instead? You can now play OverDrive public library audiobooks on Sonos. Here's how to do it.
Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2 close-up.

Bowers & Wilkins’ upcoming Px8 are so secret, we can only reveal the price

Bowers & Wilkins threw us a curveball during the announcement of its new Px7 S2 flagship headphones: The even-better Px8 are just around the corner.
The Siri Remote in someone's hand.

New Siri remote for Apple TV could be easier to find with an embedded AirTag

A reference to "SiriRemote4" found in a beta of iOS 16 leads us to wonder what features might warrant using an iPhone with an Apple TV remote.
Side view of a man wearing Rode NTH-100.

Rode NTH-100 review: Super-comfy studio cans

Rode's first set of headphones are beautifully designed and comfortable, but do they have what it takes to beat the world's favorite studio monitors?
youtube tv spanish language channels

YouTube TV now available in 5.1 surround sound on Amazon Fire TV devices

No longer left out of the party, some of Amazon's most popular Fire TV devices now support YouTube TV in 5.1 surround sound.
TikTok TV app seen on a Vizio TV.

You can finally watch TikTok videos on Vizio smart TVs. Here’s how to do it

The TikTok TV app is now available on all Vizio TVs after a seven-month wait following the app's initial launch on other smart TV platforms.
Netflix app icon on Apple TV.

Netflix is definitely adding a cheaper, ad-supported tier and the suspense is killing us

Netflix's co-CEO has confirmed that the streaming giant will launch an ad-supported tier at a cheaper price than any other plan the company currently offers.