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Spotify app icon on iPhone.

Spotify looks to lure podcasters, listeners away from Apple with polls, Q&As

In its fight with Apple to be the number one player in podcasting, Spotify has announced two new tools to make episodes more interactive: Polls and Q&As.
Sonos Beam Gen 1 and Gen 2, stacked vertically.

Sonos Beam (Gen 2) review: Improved immersion with Dolby Atmos

The original Sonos Beam was a nearly perfect small-size soundbar for bedrooms. With the addition of Dolby Atmos, the Gen 2 model is even better.
Sony WF-C500 true wireless earbuds and case sitting on a table..

Sony delivers the $100 WF-C500, its most affordable set of true wireless earbuds

Sony has taken the wraps off the $100 WF-C500, its most affordable set of true wireless earbuds, plus a new set of noise-canceling wireless headphones.
Woman wearing Technics EAH-AZ40 true wireless earbuds in silver.

Technics’ new earbuds focus on call quality and wireless hi-res audio

Technics's EAH-AZ60 and EAH-AZ40 true wireless earbuds deliver more features and lower prices than the company's previous models.
Woman wearing Yamaha's TW-E3B true wireless earbuds.

Yamaha’s $100 TW-E3B true wireless earbuds are its smallest yet

Can a new, smaller shape and some funky colors make Yamaha's earbuds more appealing? That's the goal behind the updated $100 TW-E3B.
Ikea Symfonisk Table Lamp Speaker (gen 2).

Ikea’s new Symfonisk Table Lamp speaker lets you mix and match lampshades

Ikea has released a new version of its Symfonisk Table Lamp speaker that lets you mix and match shades and pick from a greater selection of light bulbs.
Skullcandy Grind Fuel true wireless earbuds with SkullIQ technology.

‘Hey Skullcandy’ is the newest hands-free voice assistant

Skullcandy has two models of true wireless earbuds that work with the company's new hands-free voice assistant tech, called SkullIQ.
1More ColorBuds 2 true wireless earbuds.

1More ColorBuds 2 review: Upping the ante with ANC

With a lower price, active noise cancellation, and wireless charging, do 1More's ColorBuds 2 offer enough to set themselves apart? We find out.
A woman wearing the silver Apple AirPods Max.

Hands-on review: Apple’s head-tracking for music is one weird trip

What happens when you add head-tracking to the already immersive audio experience of Dolby Atmos Music? We put Apple's tech to the test.
Amazon Echo Studio Billie Eilish Special Edition speaker.

You can now buy an Amazon Echo Studio With Billie Eilish’s face on it

Billie Eilish has legions of faithful fans and those people can now buy a version of the Amazon Echo Studio speaker with the singer's face on it.
Woman wearing SoundSwell's Smartwatch Series Bluetooth earbuds.

SoundSwell’s new Bluetooth earbuds are smartwatch-powered and wipeout-proof

Want to take your tunes surfing? You're going to need a set of headphones that can survive some big waves, like the $150 SoundSwell Smartwatch Series.
Skyworth's XC9000 4K OLED TV.

Skyworth’s $1,200 XC9000 Series is now the cheapest OLED TV you can buy

Chinese TV brand Skyworth is driving down the price of 4K OLED TVs with its XC9000, an Android TV-based model that starts at just $1,200.
1More ColorBuds 2 in gold.

1More’s ColorBuds 2 boast way more features and a lower price

Looking to prove that sequels can be better than the originals, 1More's ColorBuds 2 offer ANC, wireless charging, and better battery life for $80.
2021 Hisense U6G 4K TV

No regrets: Hisense lets you test drive its TVs for free for 100 days

In an unusual move, Hisense has announced that most of its 2021 TVs will be free to try for 100 days at home, with a full refund if you're not happy.
Dottir co-founder Annie Thorisdottir.

These Icelandic women just upstaged the Powerbeats Pro in nearly every way

A new set of $150 workout earbuds developed by a pair of Icelandic CrossFit champions go head-to-head with the $249 Powerbeats Pro.
Edifier NeoBuds Pro.

Edifier NeoBuds Pro review: A new standard in affordable audio

Want amazing sound, active noise cancellation, and crystal-clear transparency? The Edifier NeoBuds Pro have it all, for way less money than the competition.
Beats Flex

Beats Flex review: More bass, more battery, and a lower price

Even if Apple had simply dropped the price of the BeatsX, we'd be happy, but the Flex's bigger battery, great sound, and auto-pause option seal the deal.
Happy Plugs Hope earbuds shown in a leopard print.

Happy Plugs’ $80 Hope earbuds are AirPods for fashionistas

If you want a set of true wireless earbuds that match your flair for design, Happy Plugs' $80 Hope come in eight colors and patterns including a leopard print.
Samsung's The Frame TV displaying art from the Louvre.

Samsung brings the Mona Lisa and other famous Louvre art to its The Frame TVs

Samsung has expanded the number of works of art available through its Art Store with a partnership that brings new works from the Louvre to its Frame TVs.
Man wearing Marshall Minor III true wireless earbuds.

Marshall’s latest earbuds take direct aim at Apple AirPods, AirPods Pro

Marshall isn't being coy about who it considers the audience for its Minor III and Motif ANC earbuds: AirPods buyers who yearn for something cooler.
LG DVLED Extreme Home Cinema TV.

LG’s massive 325-inch DVLED TV costs more than three Ferrari SF90s

LG's new DVLED Extreme Home Cinema Displays will bring massive display sizes of up to 325 inches to the small group of folks fortunate enough to afford one.
Sonos Beam Gen 2 soundbar.

New Sonos Beam brings Dolby Atmos to smaller spaces

Sonos has updated its Beam soundbar with Dolby Atmos capabilities, making it one of the most compact soundbars to support the 3D immersive audio format.
Sennheiser CX Plus True Wireless earbuds in white.

Sennheiser releases its most affordable set of noise-canceling earbuds

Sennheiser's $180 CX Plus True Wireless pack the same sound and features as its flagship Momentum True Wireless 2, but at a much lower price.
Two light shade options for the Symfonisk Table Lamp.

Ikea leaks details of its next Sonos Symfonisk Table Lamp

An unreleased version of the Ikea Symfonisk Table Lamp, with swappable shades and a redesigned base, has been spotted by a Reddit user.
Person carrying the Sonos Roam 4 on the beach.

Sonos is raising the prices of most of its speakers

Wireless speaker giant Sonos has announced that it will be raising the prices of its most popular products by as much as $100, starting September 12,
Dolby Vision is now supported by Vimeo on Apple devices.

Vimeo adds Dolby Vision support, but only for Apple devices

Vimeo, the video upload and streaming site favored by professional creators, has added Dolby Vision support, but the feature only works with Apple products.
The Jabra Elite 3 true wireless earbuds in their charging case.

Jabra Elite 3 review: All of the basics on a budget

Jabra's most affordable true wireless earbuds fit like a glove, but the competition offers more value for the same price.
Sony HT-A5000 Dolby Atmos soundbar.

Sony’s HT-A5000 Dolby Atmos soundbar takes aim at Sonos and Bose

Sony brings Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support with its HT-A5000 soundbar, a $900 speaker that competes directly with the Sonos Arc and the Bose Smart Soundbar 900.
TCL 85-inch X9 8K OD Zero mini-LED Google TV.

TCL’s ultra-slim X9 Google TV packs a soundbar, webcam, and a $10,000 price tag

TCL has announced the $10,000 X9, an 85-inch 8K Google TV featuring the company's latest mini-LED backlight technology, called OD Zero.
Klipsch T5 II ANC true wireless earbuds.

Klipsch T5 II ANC review: Super-stylish buds are now quieter and smarter

Klipsch's T5 II ANC are an attempt to rewrite the rules for true wireless earbuds using smart software features. With only a few exceptions, they succeed.
Jabra Elite 2 true wireless earbuds.

Jabra’s Elite 2 budget earbuds are real, but you can’t buy them yet

Hot on the heels of its announcement of the ultra-affordable Elite 3 true wireless earbuds, Jabra may be readying an even more affordable set of buds.
Sennheiser CX 400BT

It’s official: You don’t need to spend more than $100 on true wireless earbuds

Not long ago, you needed to spend more than $200 on true wireless earbuds to get top-tier features like ANC and wireless charging. Those days are long gone.
The Bose Smart Soundbar 900.

Bose’s new flagship soundbar delivers Dolby Atmos for home theaters

Bose's latest flagship soundbar, the Smart Soundbar 900, adds Dolby Atmos to the company's line-up while keeping smart speaker features and an elegant design.
Photo of Locast app on a mobile phone.

What was Locast? The free TV streaming service the big broadcasters hated

Access your local TV stations without cable, satellite, or even an antenna for free with Locast, the livestreaming TV service for cord-cutters.