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LG's QP5 Eclair soundbar seen with included subwoofer.

LG’s decor-friendly, ultra-compact Eclair soundbar delivers Dolby Atmos for $599

The compact and decor-friendly Eclair QP5 joins LG's 2021 lineup of soundbars, which feature Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and hi-res audio, starting at $180.
Amazon Fire TV New 2020 experience profiles screen

New Fire TV experience, AirPlay 2 hits more devices this week

Amazon's revamped Fire TV experience is now coming to many more Fire TV devices. Some Fire TV Edition TVs will also get Apple AirPlay and HomeKit.
Woman working out while wearing Amazfit PowerBuds Pro.

Amazfit PowerBuds Pro just upstaged Apple’s next AirPods

It's possible that Apple's next AirPods Pro will have fitness tracking, but right now you can get that feature and more in the $150 Amazfit PowerBuds Pro.
A TV showing the Comcast Xfinity X1 interface for the 2020 Tokyo Games.

The 2020 Tokyo Games will be the first in Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos

The 2020 Tokyo Games will be historic in many ways, but for those watching from home, they'll be the first to be broadcast in Dolby's Vision and Atmos formats.
Sony's LSPX-S3 speaker in candlelight mode.

Sony’s latest wireless speaker doubles as a pricey artificial candle

Sony's newest Bluetooth speaker looks more like a candlestick than a speaker, thanks to the illuminated glass cylinder that also provides 360-degree sound.
Jack Daniel's and Wrensilva's M1 Console charity collaboration (interior view).

You don’t need to love whiskey or vinyl to want this Jack Daniel’s Hi-Fi console

Whiskey maker Jack Daniel's and high-end audio brand Wrensilva have designed a handmade Hi-Fi console that will be auctioned to support musicians.
Edifier NeoBuds Pro hi-res true wireless earbuds with charging case.

Edifier’s NeoBuds Pro earbuds promise wireless hi-res audio for $99

Hi-res audio is usually a feature that commands top dollar from audio companies, but Edifier claims its NeoBuds Pro will offer this capability for under $100.
Soundcore Life P3 inside charging case.

Soundcore Life P3 review: A new standard for affordable earbuds

Soundcore's Life P3 true wireless earbuds cost just $80, and yet they're loaded with features like ANC and wireless charging. Are they too good to be true?
Man wearing Sony SRS-NB10 neckband speaker.

Sony’s latest neckband speaker is aimed at remote workers

Sony has introduced another neckband speaker, but this time it's aimed at the work-from-home crowd. The SRS-NB10 launches in September for $150.
Spatial audio diagram.

Head-tracking spatial audio in tvOS 15 is awesome

Apple delivers an immersive movie experience through a set of wireless headphones, putting the Apple TV 4K ahead of Roku, Amazon Fire TV, and Google Chromecast.
LG's 2021 8K QNED mini-LED TV seen on a wall.

LG prices its QNED mini-LED TVs starting at $2,000

LG has finally announced the official rollout of its QNED Mini-LED TVs. There are 4K and 8K models in three sizes. All six models will hit stores by July.
A United Airlines Boeing 737 aircraft.

Bluetooth is finally coming to airplane seatback entertainment systems

After years of warning passengers of the dangers of using Bluetooth devices aboard aircraft, United Airlines is adding support for the tech to its entire fleet.
LG SP9YA Dolby Atmos soundbar

LG SP9YA Soundbar review: Setting a high bar for Dolby Atmos

Can you get the fully immersive benefits of Dolby Atmos from a single soundbar plus a subwoofer? If it's LG's $1,000 SP9YA, the answer is yes.
Sennheiser CX True Wireless earbuds in white.

Sennheiser’s most affordable true wireless earbuds cost just $130

Sennheiser's $130 CX True Wireless are shy on features, but if they have the company's signature audio quality, they could be a great buy for audiophiles.
Urbanista Los Angeles solar-powered wireless headphones.

You can now pre-order Urbanista’s solar-powered headphones

With its $199 Los Angeles, Urbanista has become the first company to start selling solar-powered headphones that can deliver virtually unlimited playing time.
Tina Fey in a scene from the series 30 Rock.

You can now watch Peacock on all Fire TV devices, ahead of Tokyo Games

It's been one year since NBCUniversal launched its Peacock streaming media service, but the Amazon Fire TV hasn't offered the app to its users -- till now.
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Sonos Beam vs. Sonos Playbar

You can't go wrong with a Sonos soundbar, but how to choose between the big and bold Playbar, and smaller, smarter Beam? We put them head-to-head to find out.
vizio elevate soundbar review

One of the best Dolby Atmos soundbars is 30% off for Prime Day

There's nothing like getting a truly good deal on Prime Day and we can assure you, this is one of them: The Vizio Elevate Dolby Atmos soundbar is just $680.
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A 4K OLED TV for $1,000? Welcome to Prime Day

When it comes to picture quality, we love OLED. OLED TVs simply look amazing, but they're pricey. And yet, Vizio's 55-inch OLED is just $1,000 for Prime Day.
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Yes, there are Prime Day 8K TV deals — but they aren’t cheap

Prime Day is a great time to look for deals on TVs, especially 8K models as these high-end TVs don't get discounted very often. Pick from 2020 or 2021 8K TVs.
Bowers & Wilkins PI5 true wireless earbuds in their charging case.

Bowers & Wilkins PI5 review: Sophisticated style, big bass sound

B&W's first true wireless earbuds face stiff competition, but the PI5 offer a stylish alternative to noise-canceling models from Sony, Bose, Apple, and Jabra.
Ikea Sonos Symfonisk Picture Frame Speaker

Ikea’s $199 Symfonisk Picture Frame Speaker lets you hang your tunes on a wall

Ikea's third collaborative project with Sonos is the $199 Symfonisk Picture Frame Speaker, a Wi-Fi speaker that hangs on a wall and has swappable art covers.
UE Fits custom-fit true wireless earbuds

UE Fits review: The most comfortable wireless earbuds

With an exclusive custom-fit system for the eartips, the UE Fits promise an ultra-comfortable and secure fit. But is this worth $249? We check 'em out.
Person listening to spatial audio using Apple AirPods Max headphones.

Why Apple makes you use AirPods Pro for Dolby Atmos movies

Apple's spatial audio support for Apple Music works with all types of headphones, but when it comes to video, it's a decidedly different story. Here's why.
Beats Studio Buds

Beats Studio Buds review: These are the AirPods Pro Lite

With some of the AirPods Pro's best features, but at a way lower price, the Studio Buds make for a great set of everyday true wireless earbuds.
Jaybird Vista 2

Jaybird Vista 2 review: Tough-as-nails wireless earbuds for athletes

Jaybird's latest athlete-focused true wireless earbuds are tough as nails and sound amazing, but very poor call quality keeps them from being a top pick.
Prime Day 2021 AirPods Deals

Which AirPods should you buy on Prime Day?

Looking for a deal on a set of Apple's AirPods? Amazon Prime Day is one of the best times of the year to grab a discount. Here's what you can expect to find.
Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 side view.

Which Bose headphones should you buy on Prime Day?

Amazon's Prime Day is a perfect time for deals on headphones and in particular Bose headphones. Here are the models to watch for and what you can expect to pay.
Walmart onn. Android TV streaming device

You can now buy Walmart’s crazy-cheap 4K Android TV streamer

Walmart's $30 onn.-branded Roku competitor is now available, with support for 4K resolution. It comes with a voice-enabled remote and Google Chromecast.
Apple AirPods Max

Dolby Atmos Music through Apple’s $549 headphones left us shrugging

We take Apple Music's new Dolby Atmos spatial audio catalog of tracks for a spin to see if the immersive format actually delivers a better music experience.
Using app in front of TV to control Apple TV+.

Apple TV gets FaceTime integration and Spatial Audio

New features coming to the Apple TV and Apple TV app bring greater integration with FaceTime and Apple's AirPods line of wireless headphones.
Google Pixel Buds A-Series

Google Pixel Buds A-Series hands-on review: Same buds, way better price

The Pixel Buds A-Series discard a few features to give you a way better price. It's a trade-off that is totally worth it, but only if you're an Android user.
Google Pixel Buds Series-A

Google releases Pixel Buds A-Series: $99 no-frills earbuds for Android fans

The Google Pixel Buds A-Series are here, and as expected, they're a more affordable version of Google's previous true wireless earbuds.
Apple TV 4K 2021 with new Siri remote

Apple TV 4K (2021) review: It’s all about that new Siri remote

Apple's newly revamped Apple TV 4K may have a new brain on the inside, but it's the new Siri remote that is rightfully getting all of the attention.