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Sonos Arc Ultra, exploded view in detail.

The Sonos Arc Ultra might not need a separate subwoofer

With 15 amps and a new type of driver for low frequency sounds, the Sonos Arc Ultra might be the company's first soundbar that doesn't need a subwoofer.
Sling TV logo.

Sling Orange vs. Sling Blue: Which Sling TV package is best?

Sling TV comes with two flavors of base plans — Sling Orange, and Sling Blue. But which one is the best for you?
The Hulu icon in the Disney+ app.

The most common Hulu problems and how to fix them

If you’ve been having trouble with Hulu, our guide covers many of the platform’s most common problems, with troubleshooting tips and solutions for each issue.
Netflix is shown on a PC, while Hulu is displayed on an iPad 11 Pro.

Hulu vs. Netflix: Which one is better for you?

Netflix and Hulu are two of the biggest names in streaming, but if you only have the budget for one, which one do you choose? Our guide will help you decide.
Lenovo Tab Extreme showing Disney Plus.

What is Disney+? Plans, price, and everything else you should know

Get ready to indulge in all things Disney, Pixar, and Marvel with a Disney Plus subscription! Here’s everything you need to know about the streaming platform.
ESPN+ app on a movile device.

What is ESPN+? Live sports and more you can’t get anywhere else

ESPN Plus offers so much more than the mainstream sports and shows on the cable network. Here's everything you need to know about the streaming service.
Hulu with Live TV.

Hulu Plus Live TV: plans, price, channels, bundles, and more

Ready to ditch your cable box, but want to hang onto linear programming? You should take a look at Hulu Plus Live TV. Here’s everything you should know.
JLab Studio ANC headphones

At just $37, these headphones are “perfectly imperfect” — and that’s okay

These cheap headphones are down to just $37 and they have one stat that makes them stand out. Get the JLab Studio ANC while they're 37% off for low-cost sound.
A press image of the Samsung 83-inch S90C OLED television.

This 83-inch Samsung OLED TV is $900 cheaper right now

The massive and feature-packed 83-inch Samsung S90C 4K OLED TV is currently available from Best Buy with a $900 discount, which brings its price down to $2,600.
An image from the Netfllix show Arcane, with the subtitles menu on screen for Apple TV.

How to turn off subtitles on Netflix on almost any device

Subtitles can be useful, but they can also be a pain if you can't figure out how to get rid of them. Fortunately, turning them off in Netflix is fairly simple.
An iPhone with the YouTube Music app on it.

YouTube Music vs. Spotify: So alike, but which is best for you?

With similar libraries, as well as near-identical music quality and pricing, can YouTube Music stand up to Spotify's stalwart UI and excellent music discovery?
A display of Hisense's QD5 QLED.

This $270 QLED TV deal has the makings of something better

This humble QLED TV has all the fixings for a regular TV, but the price of a budget TV with this deal. This makes for an easy "budget" TV upgrade to buy now.
A video playing on Instagram for iOS.

Instagram’s Spotify integration makes saving songs a snap

You can now add songs from Instagram to your Spotify account with a single click.
A promo image of the Amazon Fire TV Stick HD.

Amazon simplifies its lineup with the new Fire TV Stick HD

With the advent of the Amazon Fire TV Stick HD, the company's low-cost streaming stick lineup goes from four devices to just three.
A group of people lying down in a room watching the Samsung Freestyle Projector in action.

This $600 deal shows us just how much fun a projector can be

Best Buy and Samsung are competing to get you to buy the Samsung Freestyle 2 from their site today. Get the Xbox-like projector for just $600, not $800 today.
Apple MacBook Air M1 open, on a table.

Best Apple deals: Save on AirPods, Apple Watch, iPad, MacBook

For those who are looking for Apple deals, check out the discounts that we've found on various models of the AirPods, Apple Watch, iPad, MacBook, and more.
Sony Bravia 7 Review

Sony Bravia 7 TV review: superb brightness and color, but …

The Sony Bravia 7 is really good — if you can overlook two pretty major caveats.
The Roku Channel.

What is The Roku Channel? Content, cost, and how to use it

Did you know that Roku has its own channel with a variety of options for content, including movies, news, and kid shows? Here's what all Roku users should know.
The U-Turn Orbit Special turntable with a red vinyl record on it.

The best turntables of 2024 to spin your vinyl records

Vinyl is still the physical music format of choice, so you're gonna need a turntable! From beginners to audiophiles, here are the best for every budget.
Karma Kaveya featuring Master & Dynamic sound.

Karma’s EVs are getting a Master & Dynamic audio upgrade

Karma Automotive has partnered with Master & Dynamic for the in-cabin audio systems of its newest EVs.
JBL Bar 9.1 Dolby Atmos Soundbar wireless speaker

Amazon splits the price on this splittable soundbar — 53% off

The JBL Bar 9.1 was always about splitting into pieces, not its price has gotten the same treatment. Get it and a subwoofer for 53% off while this deal lasts.
Insignia F30 TV on a TV stand in a living room.

Best Buy is knocking $70 off this 50-inch 4K TV

Big TVs aren't always cheap, but this 50-inch one is going for just $230 at Best Buy.
Man wearing JVC Fitness earbuds

JVC’s Powerbeats alternatives are down to $30

The JVC Fitness earbuds are great for sports and active lifestyles while also being an excellent budget-friendly alternative to Powerbeats.
The 2024 Samsung-QN800D Neo QLED 8K TV.

Grab this 65-inch Samsung 8K TV while it’s $600 off

The 65-inch Samsung QN800D Neo QLED 8K TV is on sale at $600 off from Samsung. If you've been thinking about buying an 8K TV, don't miss this chance at savings.
A promo image of Philo on an LG TV.

Philo is now available on LG smart TVs

If you have an LG television, you can now get Philo as a native app with no additional hardware.
The Klipsch Reference Series 12 on a shelf.

Best subwoofer deals: Up the bass for as low as $48

A home audio setup isn't complete without some bass, and you can save big on a new subwoofer with these subwoofer deals we've rounded up.
A promo image for Spotify 2024 Wrapped.

Spotify 2024 Wrapped gets the musicians involved again

We're closing in on Spotify 2024 Wrapped — the annual recap of what you listened to — and the service is encouraging artists to hype up this year's release.
The Philo streaming app.

What is Philo? Everything to know about the live TV streaming service

At just $28 per month, Philo is an affordable live TV streaming service with an impressive channel list and feature set.
Logo for the Hulu icon.

What is Hulu? Pricing, plans, channels, and how to get it

With a huge content library and neat features like DVR, this increasingly complex service can be confusing. Here's our full guide to Hulu and Hulu + Live TV.
The Samsung HW-Q850D 7.1.2 Soundbar.

You can snag Samsung’s 7.1.2-channel soundbar for just $750 today

The Samsung HW-Q850D is an excellent option for those who want better home theater audio, and this deal knocks a whopping $350 off the price tag.
Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Pro Edition.

Bowers & Wilkins’ iconic Zeppelin speaker gets a Pro edition

The iconic Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin speaker has been upgraded with driver technology borrowed from B&W's floor-standing speakers.
Kim Kardashian with the Kim x Beats collab for the Beats Pill speaker.

Beats x Kim collab reaches the new Beats Pill speaker

Kim Kardashian has teamed up with Beats for a third collaboration that brings two new colors of the new Beats Pill speaker.
The Sony Bravia XR X93L 4K Google TV hanging over a media center in a living room.

Best Sony TV deals: Save on best-in-class 4K TVs and 8K TVs

For gorgeous, high-quality TVs, one of the best brands to shop for is Sony, and right now you can save big with these Sony TV deals.
JLab Go Pop ANC in teal.

JLab sets a new low price for noise-canceling wireless earbuds

The JLab Go Pop ANC are tiny and also sport a remarkably small price: $30.
Section Editor, Audio/Video

Phil spent the 2000s making newspapers with the Pensacola (Fla.) News Journal, the 2010s with Android Central and then the personality behind Modern Dad, and is currently an editor with Digital Trends. Phil’s online work has taken him all over the United States, as well as Europe and Asia for conferences such as CES, IFA, Mobile World Congress, and all the various one-offs from companies like Google, Samsung, LG, Facebook and the like.

When he’s not writing, editing, podcasting, interviewing or shooting video, Phil serves as president of the Pensacola Youth Soccer 501(c)(3) nonprofit, has worked on multiple local political campaigns and is a part-time photographer and videographer. He’s also a candidate for Pensacola City Council, District 1.

Phil is a native of Pensacola, where he resides with his wife, daughters and a dog named Max.

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