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Phiaton Bolt BT 700 review

Phiaton Bolt BT 700 review

With a simple design, five hours of battery life, and a charging case that offers a built-in Bluetooth speaker, the Phiaton Bolt BT 700 are a great pair of true wireless earbuds at an extremely palatable price. If you’re in the market for a swiss army knife of sound, they may be just the ticket.
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Roku Premiere+ (2018) review

When it comes to streaming devices, the sheer volume of choices these days can be daunting, and Roku has more models than anyone. While you really can’t go wrong with any Roku, the company’s new Premiere+ stands out in the crowd, expertly balancing affordability and performance for impressive value.
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Google Pixel USB-C earbuds review

Google’s follow-up to its wireless Pixel Buds are the wired Google Pixel USB-C earbuds. It’s the simpler route, but the earbuds are still smart (you can access Google Assistant) they deliver good sound, you can hear your notifications, and – best of all -- they’re affordable.
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LG Tone Platinum SE review

The latest in LG’s Tone wireless headphones series, the new Tone Platinum SE, offer some impressive audio performance and Google Assistant access, but the real prize here is the 13-hour battery.
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Vizio P-Series (P65-F1) review

Vizio’s P-Series TV line has always been the best among the brand’s long run of budget-friendly TVs, but this year’s model has really stepped up. With impressive HDR, killer contrast, and brilliant colors, it’s an LED TV wonder to behold.
Jabra Elite Active 65t review

Jabra Elite Active 65t review: Spring for this upgrade

Our favorite fully wireless headphones have gained a small but hyper-usable upgrade, adding excellent sweat-proofing for a small price bump. But are Jabra’s new Elite Active 65t in-ears worth the dough, or are the originals good enough for all but the most hardcore workout enthusiasts?
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‘Daredevil’ season 3 review

Season 3 of Marvel's Daredevil series on Netflix offers some of the show's best moments to date within the first six episodes, and raises the bar for drama, action, and character development with a brilliant new direction for Matt Murdock and his supporting cast of characters.
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Ultimate Ears Megaboom 3 review

With better waterproofing, increased durability, and flashy new colorways, The Ultimate Ears Megaboom 3 bests its predecessors, offering excellent sound and worry-free performance to adventure-loving listeners on the go. As far as Bluetooth speakers go, it’s hard to do better than this lively cylinder of sound.
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Panasonic RP-HD605N headphones review

The name might be a mouthful, but Panasonic’s new noise-canceling headphones offer some of the best value in the segment. With cool features, great battery life, and shockingly great sound, here’s why Panasonic’s RP-HD605N compete with the major players from Sony and Bose at a lower price.
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Samsung Q900 85-inch 8K QLED TV hands-on review

Samsung gave us a day to put its Q900 85-inch 8K TV to the test, and we did our level best to poke holes in its performance. In the end, the TV proved it is worthy of its existence, even if 8K content is nowhere to be seen. The secret is in the upscaling, and Samsung’s unique take on this process sold us.
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Astell & Kern SP1000M hands-on review

Astell & Kern have launched the SP1000M music player, which despite the similar name, is not only smaller, lighter, and cheaper than the SP1000 music player; but the company claims it sounds better too. An impossible formula? We tried one out to see if it’s true.
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Sony WH-1000XM3 headphones review

Sony took its already outstanding 1000X wireless, noise-canceling headphones and somehow made them even better. With best-in-class noise-canceling, stellar audio quality, unreal battery life and quick-charging, and clever and useful features, these classy cans are the full package.
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Anker Soundcore Infini soundbar review

Best known for its battery chargers, Anker has expanded into audio in a big way in recent years with its Soundcore lineup, including Bluetooth speakers, headphones, and soundbars. The latest example is the Soundcore Infini soundbar. At just $99, it makes for a very affordable add-on to your entertainment setup, but is it worth the cash?
Sony UBP X700

Sony UBP-X700 review

If you're after the best possible picture for your 4K TV, you're still going to need an Ultra HD Blu-ray player. With a compact form factor, good remote, extremely easy setup, and support for both HDR10 and Dolby Vision formats, the Sony UBP-X700 may be just the ticket.
1More Triple Driver Over-ear headphones

1More Triple Driver over-ear headphones review

1More has taken its penchant for multiple drivers into the big leagues with the Triple Driver Over-ear headphones, which offer stylized design and an equally stylized sound signature. Add in plenty of comfort and the Chinese brand has got another winner on its hands.
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Master and Dynamic MW07 True Wireless In-Ear Headphones Review

Premium audio brand Master and Dynamic has taken aim at the more elegant (and higher-rolling) side of the true wireless headphone market with its new MW07 model, designed for those who are after gorgeous looks and the best possible sound. Are they worth the dough, or should you stick to more established options?
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Bowers and Wilkins PX review

Noise cancellation doesn’t have to ruin sound quality, and Bowers and Wilkins proves it with the PX headphones. In our PX review we matched the company’s first noise-canceling cans against the top options from Bose and Sony to see if they slay the competition, or whether you should save a few bucks to cop a pair of less-stylish headphones.
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LG HU80KA laser projector review

Able to sit on your floor or be mounted like a traditional projector, and thanks to built-in smart TV functionality, the LG HU80KA laser projector takes the pain out of cinema-style viewing, making it one of the coolest and most fun additions to add to a living space you can find.
Marshall Kilburn II review

Marshall Kilburn II hands-on review

You’ll have to speak up, because we’ve been testing the Marshall Kilburn II Bluetooth speaker -- and it’s shockingly loud. Designed not just for indoors use, this speaker has a battery inside that makes it ideal for outdoor use too. Aside from the volume, how does the Kilburn II sound and perform?
LG ThinQ WK7 review

LG ThinQ WK7 review

There’s a lot to like about the LG WK7 smart speaker with ThinQ technology. It offers solid sounding bass and vocals, and gets the job done as a Google Assistant smart speaker. We tested the speaker out to learn more about LG’s latest effort, which also happens to be a pretty affordable option for those seeking more thump.
JBL 306P MkII review

JBL 306P MkII review

The JBL 306P MkII are a stylish and affordable set of powered studio monitors geared towards budget conscious content creators. Whether you’re a podcaster, videographer, or bedroom musician, the 306P MkII are a perfect tool to shape the sounds of your latest home project.
BenQ TK800 Projector Review

BenQ TK800 Review

With gorgeous 4K picture, 3,000 lumens of brightness, and effective HDR performance, the BenQ TK800 projector is an affordable home cinema monster that you don’t have to place in a completely darkened room -- making it one of the most versatile projectors we’ve ever had the pleasure of testing.
Optoma NuForce BE Free5 review

Optoma NuForce BE Free5 review

Our Optoma NuForce BE Free5 review proves that underdogs can punch above their weight, as these true wireless earbuds stuck to our ears and kept the tunes nestled inside. It’s not all gravy here, though, and you’ll want to check out the fine print before deciding to bring these $100 headphones home.
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Shure KSE1200 Electrostatic Earphone System review

Shure’s astronomically priced KSE1500 electrostatic earbuds get a reboot of sorts in the KSE1200, which drop the digital-to-analog converter, but keep all the lovely sound for a lot less green. We go hands-on to see if the big price cut is enough to make these incredible-sounding earbuds worth the still-spendy splurge.
Even H3 Wireless Review

Even H3 Wireless Hands-On Review

The Even H3 Wireless offer similar looks and the same custom “audio fingerprint” tuning as their slightly larger predecessor, but they aren’t without their own special quirks when it comes to day to day usability. Here’s how they compare to the Even H2 and other custom-tuned headphones.
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TCL 6-series (55R617) Roku TV review

TCL’s 6-Series Roku TV is one of the most anticipated TVs of 2018 thanks to its promise of excellent picture quality for a remarkably low price. We explore whether this new set from the up and coming manufacturer delivers on lofty expectations.
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Polk Command Bar Review

Amazon’s incredibly popular voice assistant, Alexa, is everywhere these days, but how well does it work when controlling your TV? We put Polk’s new Alexa-enabled Command Bar to the test to find out if it can stand up to the Sonos Beam.
Bose SoundSport Free

Bose SoundSport Free true wireless headphones review

As early pioneers in the world of noise-canceling and digital signal processing, Bose has long been at the forefront of new audio technology. In our review of the SoundSport Free -- the company's first fully wireless in-ears -- we discover how Bose's latest tech stacks up against top-tier offerings from the likes of Apple and Jabra.
Astell & Kern A&Norma SR15 review

Astell & Kern A&norma SR15 hands-on review

Just look at the Astell & Kern A&norma SR15. The design is about as quirky as they come, and the new angled screen makes it look like no other mobile device out there. Can the sound match the eye-catching looks? We’ve tried it out to see if the updated audio specs make it worth the $700 asking price.
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‘Castle Rock’ spoiler-free preview: Hulu’s Stephen King series is scary good

Castle Rock, the new Hulu series set within the world of horror novelist Stephen King's acclaimed novels, manages to mine fresh scares from classic stories thanks to its talented cast and creative team. Digital Trends got a look at the first four episodes of the show, and here's what you can expect from it.
Sony HT-Z9F soundbar review

Sony HT-Z9F 3.1 soundbar review

Sony once again flexes its processing might with its latest soundbar, the HT-Z9F. Loaded with features and packing powerful virtual surround in a tiny package, the Z9F stretches far beyond its boundaries for impressive performance. But, is this the nimble sound system you’ve been looking for?
Monoprice True Wireless Earphones review

Monoprice True Wireless review

Fully wireless earbuds are popping up left and right, but finding a decent pair on the cheap isn't easy. We checked out the $50 Monoprice True Wireless Earphones, and while they're hardly spectacular, they're comfortable, reliable, and -- best of all -- affordable.
Sony Xperia Ear Duo Review

Sony Xperia Ear Duo True Wireless Earbuds Review

Headphones usually cut the wearer off from the world, which is often the desired effect. However, there are times this isn’t wanted, or even very safe to do, and that’s where the Sony Xperia Ear Duo comes in. They still fill your life with music, but won’t stop you from hearing conversations, or a car coming as you cross the road. This is what they’re like to own.
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LG OLED E8 series (OLED65E8PUA) review

LG’s reign as king of OLED TVs continues with the E8 series, an outstanding, premium entry for 2018 which offers upscaled design and enhanced sound quality to justify its premium pricing over the less expensive C8 series OLEDs. Is an OLED TV right for you, and if so, is the E8 the right choice? We have those answers and more.