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De-tweeted? DISH says CBS Star Kaley Cuoco was compelled to remove pro-Hopper post

Dish Claims CBS encouraged 'Big Bang Theory' actress Kaley Cuoco to de-tweet a post that praised the Hopper DVR.

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
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Tear down the ecosystem wall and access your media collection on nearly any device with QVIVO.

QVIVO's cloud service breaks down the ecosystem wall with unlimited access to all of your media on any PC, Mac, iOS, or Android-based device.
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Support for 4K/Ultra HD and MHL the hallmarks of new Yamaha AV receiver lineup

The 2013 Yamaha RX-V AV Receivers support 4K/Ultra HD and offer support for Mobile High-Definition Link products like the new Streaming Stick from Roku.

Streaming TV provider Aereo flips networks the bird, expands into 3 new states and launches ad campaign

Aereo appears unphased by ongoing litigation with big network TV organizations as it expands its coverage into three new states and launches its first ad campaign across the New York area.

Why LG acquired WebOS and what it means for the future of Smart TV

LG has acquired WebOS from Hewlett Packard to bolster its Smart TV division, but why would it do so when it already has a competitive platform?

DTS’ mind-bending Headphone:X to debut in Qualcomm-powered devices

DTS and Qualcomm have announced that Headphone:X will make its debut in mobile devices powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 800-series processeors later this year.

Samsung’s HomeSync Android 1TB Media Box brings Jelly Bean to your HDTV

Samsung's new HomeSync 1TB Android media box brings Jelly Bean support to your HDTV and lets your share from your mobile device.

The Audiophile System Builder: Powered Loudspeakers and USB DACs

For this week's Audiophile System Builder, we assemble three high-performance desktop audio systems for under $1000.

Nielsen TV ratings will finally start to include cord cutters

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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.

Samsung’s TV Discovery app will keep your eyes locked on your device

Samsung has announced a new content streaming app that will allow users to double the device as a home entertainment center.
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Audio road show: Emotiva hits the streets to promote high-end audio to the great unwashed.

Emotiva Audio is all about better sound quality for a lot less money and they are taking their gear on the road starting in Chicago to show you have been missing.

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.
Rebirth of cool: Is vinyl ready for a second wind, or just a fad?

Rebirth of cool: Is vinyl ready for a second wind, or just a fad?

2012 was a record year for the venerable record, but does a 17% sales uptick represent genuine growth or is the resurgence of vinyl just a fad or are turntables back?
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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.
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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.

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.

Magnepan breaks the sound barrier with $600/pair MMG loudspeakers

Magnepan's MMG planar loudspeakers may offer the best point of entry into high-end audio for only $600.

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.

All aboard the rumor mill: Will Apple release a TV in 2013?

Many are quick to wonder if Jeffries Analyst Peter Misek is correct in speculating that an Apple brand TV could arrive before year's end

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

Spend your weekend watching the Criterion Collection for free on Hulu.

The entire Criterion Collection of restored films is available to stream for free this weekend on Hulu.

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.
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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

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.