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LG S95QR soundbar seen in front of a TV.

LG’s 2022 soundbars start at $400, pump out hi-res audio and 3D sound

LGs 2022 soundbars are now official: six models with prices ranging from $400 to $1,800 are now available.
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YouTube TV now available in 5.1 surround sound on Amazon Fire TV devices

No longer left out of the party, some of Amazon's most popular Fire TV devices now support YouTube TV in 5.1 surround sound.
Netflix app icon on Apple TV.

Netflix is definitely adding a cheaper, ad-supported tier and the suspense is killing us

Netflix's co-CEO has confirmed that the streaming giant will launch an ad-supported tier at a cheaper price than any other plan the company currently offers.
TikTok TV app seen on a Vizio TV.

You can finally watch TikTok videos on Vizio smart TVs. Here’s how to do it

The TikTok TV app is now available on all Vizio TVs after a seven-month wait following the app's initial launch on other smart TV platforms.
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New tech could mean pint-sized Klipsch speakers with massive sound

Klipsch has partnered with a tiny audio company called Resonado Labs to create tiny speakers that are still big on sound.
Close-up of Master & Dynamic MW75's earcup and hinge.

Master & Dynamic’s MW75 headphones sound incredible but cost a small fortune

Master & Dynamic's MW75 wireless headphones take luxury, style, sound quality ... and price to all new highs.
A collection of six models of in-ear monitors.

Sound investment: From $80 to $1,500, here’s what you can expect from a set of wired in-ear monitors

$1,500 for a set of in-ear monitors? That sounds crazy, but for discerning listeners, they're irresistible. Here's how they compare to models at lower prices.
Teaser photo of the Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless Headphones.

Sennheiser’s Momentum 4 Wireless headphones teaser looks a lot like Sony’s WH-1000XM5

Sennheiser's as-yet unreleased Momentum 4 Wireless Headphones were teased by the company, which offered just a single close-up image of the new cans.
Sony WM1AM2 Signature Series Walkman being held in a hand.

Sony updates its Signature Series hi-res Walkman with new features, higher prices

Sony has updated its two Signature Series hi-res audio Walkman models, the NW-WMZM2 and NW-WM1AM2 with better battery life and larger screens.
Ikea Obegransad desk close-up.

Ikea wants to help you create a home music studio using a chair, a desk, and … a record player

Ikea's new Obegränsad collection is three products supposedly aimed at home music creation -- a chair, a desk, and a turntable.
Tom Cruise in Top Gun: Maverick.

Why Top Gun: Maverick must be seen in IMAX

Top Gun: Maverick is no ordinary movie, and it shouldn't be seen in an ordinary movie theater. Here's why you need to see it in IMAX.
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Addition of Cable Power to HDMI simplifies longer cable runs

The HDMI 2.1a specification has been updated with Cable Power, a feature that enables much longer cable lengths, without the need for an external power supply.
Person listening to spatial audio using Apple AirPods Max headphones.

Apple will use the iPhone’s camera to personalize spatial audio

Apple says it will let iPhone users get more out of spatial audio by using the on-board cameras to personalize their audio experience.
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Sonos’ Sub Mini goes from rumor to the FCC

The rumored Sonos Sub Mini has made an appearance in FCC documents. Here's what these filings tell us about the unannounced speaker.
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Sonos Voice Control hands-off review: Now we’re talking

Sonos Voice Control is the company's homegrown voice AI for full control of a Sonos system, no hands or app needed. Does it go far enough?
The Klipsch Jubilee speaker seen in black ash.

Klipsch’s Jubilee speakers are literal towers of power, with a price to match

The Klipsch Jubilee are massive, fully horn-loaded speakers that are driven by two independent amplifiers for a total of 1,600 watts of peak power.
Man wearing Sennheiser TV Clear earbuds.

Sennheiser’s latest earbuds do double duty as private TV headphones

The Sennheiser TV Clear wireless earbuds will connect to your TV over a lag-free connection, while also letting you use them via Bluetooth with a phone or PC.
Angled view of The Sonos Ray soundbar in white.

Sonos Ray soundbar review: The start of something awesome

The Sonos Ray might be smaller and cheaper than its soundbar siblings, but it packs a surprising punch and can become the basis of a great home theater system.
Limited edition Star Wars LG C2 OLED Evo TV.

Only 501 Star Wars fans will get to own this limited-edition LG OLED TV

LG is creating a very limited run of Star Wars-themed, C2 OLED Evo TVs, featuring movie imagery and lightsaber-inspired remote.
Hand holding Audio-Technica ATH-CKS50TW wireless earbuds in their case.

Audio-Technica ATH-CKS50TW review: Big buds, big sound, big battery

The Audio-Technica ATH-CKS50TW are an astonishing value, with noise-canceling and sound quality that rivals much pricier buds, plus huge battery life.
Yamaha TW-E5B earbuds in blue.

Yamaha TW-E5B earbuds sport aptX Adaptive and last 8 hours per charge

Yamaha's TW-E5B are its latest wireless earbuds, and they offer a decent list of features for their $150 price, including very good battery life.
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LG’s latest 4K UST projector only needs 2.2 inches of wall clearance

The LG CineBeam HU915QE can achieve a remarkably big and bright 90-inch image size when placed less than three inches from a wall.
OLED with Bias Lighting

What is bias lighting and how can it improve TV performance?

Seldom discussed, TV bias lighting can reduce eye strain, and improve picture quality, for less than two tickets to an IMAX movie.
Hand holding Sony LinkBuds S in their case.

Sony LinkBuds S review: Smaller, smarter noise-canceling buds

The Sony LinkBuds S combine superb ANC with some very handy and smart features. But is that a formula for success, or just quirkiness?
Klipsch Reference R-800F, R-40SA, R-30C, and R-121SW speakers.

Klipsch’s latest Reference speakers promise better sound with less distortion

Klipsch's flagship speaker lines, the Reference and Reference Premiere, have been given new features and new designs for 2022.
Astell & Kern Kann Max portable digital audio player.

Miss the iPod? Astell and Kern has the cure — for a price

Yes, the iPod is officially dead, but Astell&Kern's new Kann Max might satisfy your need for a dedicated music device -- if you can stomach the price.
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How to install Dolby Atmos ceiling speakers

Traditional Dolby Atmos systems involve an array of ceiling speakers that help to create a three-dimensional soundstage. Here's how to install a pair or two.
KEF LS60 Wireless Speakers seen in Titanium Grey.

KEF LS60 bring wireless hi-res audio to floor-standing speakers

Floor-standing speakers are traditionally connected to a powerful amp and receiver, but KEF's LS60 Wireless are a fully independent hi-res sound system.
ClearStream Eclipse antenna mounted beside a TV.

ATSC 3.0: Everything you need to know about broadcast TV’s next big thing

ATSC 3.0 is increasing its footprint on the world of digital broadcasting. What exactly is ATSC 3.0, and how can you experience it? We've got the answers.
Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones seen in silver.

Sony’s new flagship headphones promise best-in-class noise canceling and calling

The WH-1000XM5 are pricey at $400, but Sony says they'll wow you with improvements in nearly every area.
A man wearing the Sony WH-1000XM5.

Sony WH-1000XM5 review: Meet the new boss

Not content to rest on its laurels, Sony's latest flagship headphones — the WH-1000XM5 — are another technical tour-de-force.
Model wearing the OnePlus Nord Buds in their ear.

OnePlus expands low-cost Nord range with $39 Nord Buds

OnePlus has introduced its first non-smartphone product in the Nord range, the OnePlus Nord Buds. These true wireless earbuds cost just $39.
A hand holding the 1More Evo earbuds in their charging case.

1More Evo review: Hi-fi sound at a killer price

The new flagship wireless earbuds from 1More have tons of top-flight features, including wireless hi-res audio, all for a very reasonable price.
Soundcore Motion Boom Plus seen sitting in a river.

Soundcore gives its floating boombox more power and beach-ready dust resistance

Soundcore gives its popular portable speaker more power for higher volumes, and the ability to withstand dust and dirt.