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Tidal app for iOS on an iPhone 14 showing now playing screen with Max quality track.

Tidal has rolled all of its premium features into its $11 per month plan

Tidal is consolidating all of its premium features like hi-res an Dolby Atmos under a single, $11 per month plan.
The Displace Mini TV on a refrigerator.

Suction-cup TVs, Rick Rubin is afraid of Bluetooth, and more AV news you missed

Would you put an expensive TV on ... anything ... using suction cups? And is legendary producer Rick Rubin really using $50 air tube earbuds?
Audiobooks on Spotify on an iPhone.

Spotify adds a paid audiobook option to its free tier

Those who stick with the free tier of Spotify can now buy access to audiobooks, with 15 hours available for $10 a month.
Shepard Fairey X LG OLED Art at Frieze LA 2024
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How LG’s OLED Art movement is inspiring and redefining the digital canvas

Learn how LG OLED Art and renowned artist Shepard Fairey have teamed up to reinvent the digital canvas at Frieze LA 2024. The artwork is a sight to behold.
Sports on Paramount Plus.

Paramount serves ‘true sports fans,’ CEO says

Paramount CEO Bob Bakish doesn't appear to be threatened by the upcoming sports streaming service led by three competitors.
Screengrabs from Spotify's Song Psychic feature.

Spotify’s Song Psychic feature is like a Magic 8 Ball for music

Spotify's new Song Psychic feature hopes to answer some of life's burning questions while suggesting music as answers.
The 2024 LG QNED90T 4K mini-LED TV.

LG’s lineup of 2024 QNED TVs now up for preorder starting at just $850

LG announced pricing and availability for it its lineup of 2024 QNED LED and mini-LED TVs and opened them up for preorders.
The LG SG10TY soundbar.

LG’s OLED Evo-tailored soundbar is available for preorder for $800

Today LG announced that it's latest soundbar, the SG10TY that is meant to pair with its 2024 crop of OLED evo G4 TVs, is available for preorder for $800.
The new Tubi logo.

Tubi’s rebrand looks to pull you further down the content rabbit hole

Tubi has a new look and feel as it continues to take over the free advertising-based streaming world.
2024 LG OLED evo G4 TV.

LG’s 2024 OLED evo TVs available for preorder and start at $1,500

LG has released preorder pricing for its 2024 OLED evo G4 and C4 series TVs.
Close up of Sonos logo on a Sonos Arc soundbar.

Sonos’ $449 Wi-Fi headphones delayed by software bug

Sonos' widely expected wireless headphones appear to have hit a production snag.
Panasonic DMP-BD91 BD blu-ray player tray

Next-gen optical disc can store over 14,000 4K movies

New technology developed by Chinese scientists delivers 4,000 times as much data density as a Blu-ray disc.
Warner Bros. Discovery President and CEO David Zaslav.

New streaming service looks to end endless Googling for sports

The upcoming sports streaming service from Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery hopes to keep you from having to Google where a game is ever again.
The front of the Kanto Audio REN powered speaker.

Kanto’s new Ren active speakers with HDMI take aim at your TV room

Kanto Audio has announced yet another set of active bookshelf speakers, the Ren. But this time, the company has added HDMI ARC for TV connectivity.
Zee Family on YouTube TV.

YouTube TV just added a huge new add-on for $15 a month

With more than a dozen channels available for $15 a month, Zee Family looks to expand the reach of YouTube TV even more.
FuboTV app icon on Apple TV.

The [redacted] bits are the best part of Fubo’s sports streamer lawsuit

Fubo alleges illegal business practices kept it from being able to compete with the likes of YouTube TV and others. But the lawsuit keeps the details a secret.
The KEF KC92 subwoofer.

KEF just let the dogs out with its new KC92 and Kube MIE subwoofers

British speaker manufacturer KEF today announced five new subwoofers: the KC92 and a lineup of four new Kube MIE subs ranging from 8 to 15 inches.
Apple Music Replay screenshots via Apple.

Apple Music just got a cool feature you won’t find on Spotify

You no longer need to wait until the end of the year to experience Apple Music Replay. The feature that tracks your listening habits is now offered monthly.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro.

Samsung adding Auracast and 360 Audio to more TVs, phones, and earbuds

Samsung is expanding the capability of its phones, tablets, TVs, and earbuds, adding Auracast, 360 Audio, and fast switching.
The Vizio SmartCast homescreen.

Walmart buys Vizio — and its ad and data business — for $2.3 billion

The rumors were true. Walmart is scooping up TV maker Vizio for $2.3 billion in stock — and with it, Vizio's strong advertising and data business.
Lionel Messi seen on a promo for MLS Season Pass on a TV.

Apple reportedly had 2 million subscribers to MLS Season Pass in 2023

Apple doesn't release numbers itself, but the Sports Business Journal reports that MLS Season Pass finished 2023 with a total of 2 million subscribers.
The previous channel feature on YouTube TV on a TV.

This long-awaited YouTube TV feature is a channel-flipper’s dream

In testing for some time, YouTube TV appears to have flipped the switch on a feature that makes it easy to flip back and forth between two channels.
Event listing for Chappel Roan on Spotify, seen on an iPhone.

Spotify just made live music a little bit better

Bandsintown is one of the best ways to see who's playing where, and when, and it's now tied directly into Spotify.
A screen from the Bleacher Report add-on on Max.

Max will serve up live sports in Dolby Vision

Live sports on Max may look a bit better than on other services, thanks to the inclusion of Dolby Vision for HDR.
Q Acoustics M40 powered micro-tower wireless audio system in walnut.

Q Acoustics’ new M40 powered towers take aim at the compact sweet spot

British speaker maker Q Acoustics has launched its new M40 powered micro tower speaker system that boasts a smaller footprint and loads of connectivity.
Oladance OWS Sports in Hormone Yellow.

Oladance’s waterproof OWS Sports open-ear headphones target athletes

Oladance's latest open-ear headphones are fully waterproof and come with an integrated neckband.
The Amazon Prime Video app icon on Roku.

Amazon Prime Video makes Dolby Vision, Atmos a paid upgrade

Amazon Prime Video subscribers who remain on the service's ad-supported tier may find their streaming quality has been compromised.
Usher's Super Bowl Halftime Show on Apple TV.

How to watch Usher’s Super Bowl halftime show replay

The Super Bowl 2024 Halftime Show was one for the ages. Here's how to watch it over and over again.
Super Bowl in 4K on CBS on YouTube TV.

If you don’t see CBS in 4K on YouTube TV, try this

If you have your channel listings in a custom sort on YouTube TV, you might not see an option for 4K resolution. Here's how to fix it.
A promo for Super Bowl LVIII as seen on a TV.

How to watch Super Bowl 2024

Super Bowl 2024 is here. And it's available on CBS, Paramount, and Nickelodeon. You basically can't not watch it.
A promo image for Puppy Bowl XX/

How to watch Puppy Bowl XX

The 20th iteration of the biggest sporting event of the year is here. Welcome to the Puppy Bowl. Here's how to watch.
A remote contol pointed at a TV displaying the Sonos logo.

A Sonos TV without a remote? No thanks

A recently discovered patent application hints at a remoteless future for Sonos' still unannounced streaming video device.
The rentals screen on Plex.

Plex is now in the movie rental business, with a catch or two

Plex now offers movies for rent, starting at $4 each. But some of the most popular devices aren't able to make the purchases.
The ESPN app icon on Apple TV.

ESPN will be available as a standalone streaming service in fall 2025

Disney CEO Bob Iger announced that ESPN will be available as a standalone streaming service — but not until fall 2025.