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PS Audio’s Sprout digital amp is a jack of all trades, master of, well, all of them

This compact integrated amp was made for today's music listener, appealing to both digital and analog music fans alike, while keeping it simple.
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Tizen OS takes shape in Samsung smart TVs | Hands on

Tizen OS significantly smartens up Samsung's smart TVs in 2015. We go hands on with the new interface at a Samsung SUHD event in this video.
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HBO is now live on Sling TV

The premium channel has come to Dish Networks streaming service with live and on-demand access for a $15 fee in addition to Sling TV's $20 base package.
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Sling TV slips during final four, springs back too little too late

Sling TV failed its first stress test during the NCAA Semifinals this weekend, serving up stuttered streams and blank screens during the big games.
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DVDO Air3C and Air3C-Pro: Wireless HDMI made simple and stable

When tough home theater situations demand wireless HDMI signal delivery, be sure to check out DVDO's Air3C and Air3C-pro.
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Samsung’s new speaker looks like an Alien egg, spews sound instead of facehuggers

We take a close look at a new wireless speaker from Samsung that aims to deliver sound to every corner of the room with 360 distribution.
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Deja-Vue: PlayStation Vue is everything you love to hate about cable TV in a game console

We go hands-on with PlayStation Vue, Sony's new Web TV service, which offers lots of cable channels and cable-like prices.
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These impressive custom home theaters will inspire you, fill you with envy

Sometimes you need a little inspiration when it comes to creating the home theater of your dreams, and this little gallery should help do the trick.
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Adjust the noise with Parrot’s Zik 2.0 wireless noise-cancelling cans

Parrot's Zik 2.0 wireless noise cancelling headphones have all the features you could want and more, but are these cans a little too complicated?
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SVS Prime speakers blow you away without blowing up your wallet

SVS's Prime series speakers aim to deliver a mighty sound without the mighty footprint, and at that they are wildly successful.
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BenQ HT1075 home theater projector review

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Dead for a decade, Aiwa stages an appropriate comeback with a retro boombox

Aiwa is staging a comeback, and to do it, the company's new owners are banking on a big, boombox-like Bluetooth speaker called the Exos-9
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Oppo’s practical, premium PM-3 headphones: $400 never sounded so sweet

If you're going to spend $400 on a pair of headphones, then you're probably serious about sound quality and style. The PM-3 deliver both in spade.
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Mohu’s Channels manages to marry OTA and OTT, but it needs a little more TLC

Mohu's Channels devices is built on a solid concept, but it lacks a bit in its execution.
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Built for audiophiles, the Yamaha A-S2100 is a bad-ass beast

Yamaha's A-S2100 is built like a tank, but as nimble as a ballerina. What it lacks in modern day features, it makes up for with impeccable performance.
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No cords, no noise: We finally found a pair of Bluetooth buds we love

Phiaton takes another stab at Bluetooth noise-cancelling earbuds with the BT 220 NC
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Finally! Plex app for Roku gets a much-needed makeover

After a considerable wait, Roku users will finally get an updated Plex app that looks more like the advanced version available on game consoles.
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DT Giveaway: Enter to win a free Harman Kardon Esquire Mini

We're giving away a sleek and slim Bluetooth speaker. Enter to win here, and good luck!
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Phiaton’s MS 100 BA will change what you expect from $100 ear buds

Phiaton's MS 100 BA in-ear headphones aren't the first balanced armature buds under $100, but they're the first to do it right.
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Pioneer Elite Dolby Atmos Enabled speaker system review

Pioneer’s Elite Atmos Enabled speakers by Andrew Jones produce cohesive surround sound for those who have space, though, they do so without sacrificing the company's hi-fi pedigree.
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You can stop whispering: Your Samsung Smart TV isn’t spying on you

A look at how Samsung's Smart TVs work reveals they aren't spying on owners at all.
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DT Giveaway: Enter to win a free SoundBlaster E3, a headphone amp, DAC and Bluetooth adapter in one

Click for your chance to win a free SoundBlaster E3 headphone amp, DAC, and BT adapter, all in one!
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Pioneer courts new-found vinyl lovers with the sleek and simple PL-30 turntable

Pioneer reinvigorates its focus on consumer-level turntables with the sleek and simple PL-30
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LG 65EC9700 TV review

Pioneer flagship Bluray player

We almost got a hernia from Pioneer’s $2,000, anvil-impersonating Blu-ray player

In our video, we show off the piece's incredible build quality and aesthetics while discussing some of its finer features.
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Like a geeky Illuminati, the UHD Alliance is deciding the future of TV today

We explain what the UHD Alliance is and how it is changing what UHD means. Hint: It's not just about 4K resolution anymore.
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This Bluetooth amp converts any old speakers you’ve got into wireless wonders

The Griffin 20 is a Bluetooth receiver with 20 watts per channel, an optical digital input, subwoofer output, and a slick design, all for just $150.
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Ion’s Air LP turntable lets you beam your records via Bluetooth

Ion's affordable Air LP turntable sports Bluetooth for streaming vinyl records wirelessly to Bluetooth speakers and headphones. We go hands on at CES 2015.
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Amazon Echo review

B&O's BeoSound Moment

The world’s first wood touch panel makes B&O’s BeoSound Moment totally unique

Bang & Olufsen revealed another iconic audio component at CES 2015 with the Beosound Moment, a wireless music streamer unlike anything we've seen before.
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Just what you wanted, another acronym! Here’s what Samsung’s SUHD really means

We talk with Samsung's Dave Das to get an understanding of what exactly SUHD is.
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GoldenEar Triton Five: Some of the best-sounding speakers under $5K only cost $2K

GoldenEar Technology caused another ruckus of sorts at CES this year, bringing out the brand new Triton Five, which received widespread praise
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Revel’s Concerta2 brings luxury sound and feel at an approachable price point

We stopped by Harman International's luxury audio room for what turned out to be a real treat: an audition with the Revel Concerta2 series speakers.
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Hands on with LG’s ultra-slim ‘Color Prime’ 4K UHD LED TVs

LG's OLED televisions are still the go-to for the best possible picture quality, but the new Color Prime models offer some very bright and vibrant images