Simon Cohen
Contributing Editor, A/V
Simon Cohen covers a variety of consumer technologies, but has a special interest in audio and video products, like whole-home music systems, true wireless earbuds and headphones, 4K HDR TVs, and surround sound technologies like Dolby Atmos. He has written for Ozy.com, Mobilesyrup, Driving.ca, and VentureBeat, and appeared as a guest tech expert on international TV and radio programs, including BBC Radio, CTV News Channel, and CBC Radio. He is currently a full-time contributor to Digital Trends' Audio/Video section.
Baseus Bowie MA10 review: How are these $21 wireless earbuds so good?
We don't know how the Baseus Bowie MA10 are so affordable, but with features and performance this good, it might not matter.
What is Roku? The streaming platform explained
What is Roku? Is it a device or software or a streaming service? And what does it cost? Our full explainer will make you a streaming media expert in minutes.
Sony’s premium soundbars will finally get support for VRR, ALLM
The one thing Sony's 2022 soundbars lacked was support for HDMI 2.1 variable refresh rate and auto low-latency mode. This fall, that gets fixed.
Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 NC review: just buy ’em
Our expectations for $100 wireless earbuds grow every year, and every year Anker keeps surpassing them. With the Soundcore Liberty 4 NC, it's done it again.
LG’s giant, wireless OLED TV gets a giant price
If you want to hang LG's 97-inch wireless TV on your wall, here's how much it will cost and when you can get one.
Sonos Move 2 leak: new portable has the Era 100’s best features
We can expect a new version of Sonos' largest portable speaker in the fall, if a leaked details are accurate.
Updating our Sony WF-1000XM5 review
Sony surprised us by sending prototype WF-1000XM5 earbuds for review — and not telling us at first. Here's what happened, and an update to our review.
Sony WF-1000XM5 earbuds review: smaller is better
Sony's last flagship wireless earbuds were held back only by their substantial size. With the new WF-1000XM5, has Sony finally given us everything we wanted?
Hisense kicks off its U8K mini-LED TV availability with deep discounts
Hisense has just released its flagship 2023 U8K mini-LED TV and has thrown in some big discounts to mark the occasion.
Sony’s 2023 A95L QD-OLED TV up for preorder in August starting at $2,800
Sony finally releases the pricing and availability of its flagship QD-OLED TV for 2023.
TV model numbers are confusing enough, and Samsung’s making it worse
TV model numbers are confusing enough, but what Samsung is doing with its OLED TVs is downright misleading.
Beats Studio Pro vs. Apple AirPods Max: which cans are best for Apple fans?
If you're an Apple fan, you're probably considering the Beats Studio Pro or Apple AirPods Max. But given the big price gap, which ones are the best?
Sony updates WH-1000XM5 with head-tracked spatial audio and better multipoint
Sony's flagship noise-canceling headphones get new features for spatial audio and Bluetooth Multipoint.
Hisense’s mini-LED U6K TV arrives, starting at $500
Hisense has released the most affordable mini-LED TV you can buy – the 2023 U6K, which comes in 55-, 65-, and 75-inch sizes starting at $500.
Denon’s small-room 8K AV receivers start at $549
Denon's newest AVRs offer 8K resolution and enough power for small- and mid-sized rooms, at prices that won't break the bank.
Nakamichi increases the price of its Dragon 11.4.6 soundbar
Nakamichi's Dragon soundbar packs monster audio quality and its monster price is about to become even scarier.
Tidal’s new hi-res FLAC option couldn’t be more annoying
Adding hi-res FLAC to Tidal is something audiophiles have wanted for years. But now that it's here, they're not going to be happy.
Beats Studio Pro review: new Beats for a spatial and lossless world
It's been six years since Beats launched its last set of wireless headphones, and the new Studio Pro have a lot of catching up to do.
Beyerdynamic adds noise canceling to its Blue Byrd neckband earbuds
Beyerdynamic's neckband-style wireless earbuds get noise cancellation, transparency, and USB audio.
What is Tidal? The hi-fi streaming music service fully explained
In search of the highest-quality streaming music available? Check out Tidal. It has a huge music catalog and higher-quality audio than many others can claim.
Montblanc’s first wireless earbuds get a little help from Axel Grell
Montblanc has followed up its 2020 entrance into the world of audio with its first set of wireless earbuds, tuned by Axel Grell.
What is MQA? The controversial digital audio format fully explained
Is MQA the best thing since the CD, or is it a proprietary format that fails to deliver on its promises? Here's everything you need to know.
Bose recalls subwoofer bass modules over fire risk
Bose is recalling over 1 million bass modules due to a potential fire risk. Here's how to know if your system is affected.
Tidal begins its rollout of hi-res lossless audio
Tidal's HiFi Plus subscription service has launched the availability of hi-res lossless audio in FLAC format to a limited number of its users.
Vizio’s aging SmartCast reborn as Vizio Home Screen, with better content discovery features
Vizio gives its smart TVs a full visual and usability refresh with an updated home screen that makes content discovery easier.
LG’s $100 webcam lets its newest TVs do video calls and more
LG's new webcam costs $100 and will let owners of newer LG smart TVs do video calls, fitness classes, and telehealth.
Shokz OpenFit review: the most comfortable earbuds in the world
They may not be the best-sounding earbuds you can buy, but these open-style earbuds are amazingly comfortable for long hours of wear.
How to mirror your smartphone or tablet on your TV
Casting apps and streaming services to your TV from your phone is cool, but with screen mirroring you can share whatever you see on your device. Here's how.
Sony HT-S2000 soundbar review: Sony trades smarts for bigger audio
You don't get many features, but Sony's Dolby Atmos sound is superb, making the HT-S2000 a truly immersive one-speaker system.
Ultimate Ears somehow managed to jam 21 drivers into these in-ear monitors
The UE Pro Premiere are packed with an unbelievable 21 drivers per earbud, for what might be the ultimate sound.
Klipsch cranks up the karaoke with its first wireless party speakers
Klipsch has debuted its first wireless Bluetooth party speakers – the Gig XL and Gig XXL – with prices starting at $249.
Qualcomm promises sub-20-millisecond latency for Bluetooth audio
Gamers are soon going to have more options for wireless earbuds and headphones that can keep up with their favorite fast-action titles.
How we test soundbars
Whether you simply want better TV sound or a system to rival your local movie theater, soundbars can take you there. Here's how we evaluate them.
Nura’s personalized earbuds are reborn as the Denon Perl
After Nura was acquired by Denon in April 2023, the company's personalized sound wireless earbuds are now back as the Denon Perl.