Solodome reinvents the classic egg chair with spatial audio
Solodome has taken the iconic egg chair and installed a 2.1 sound system, which it says is ideal for experiencing spatial audio.
Give the gift of AirPods and save with these holiday deals
Give the gift of Apple AirPods this holiday season, and save while you do so with these impressive holiday deals on both new and refurbished AirPods.
If I had $1,000 to spend on AV gear, here’s what I’d get
Here's our expert advice on how to build the best entertainment system for your needs for under $1,000.
The new era of SiriusXM starts today with a revamped app
SiriusXM is blurring the lines between streaming and satellite radio, starting with the launch of a revamped app and web experience.
HEOS app refresh adds some of Sonos’ best features
The HEOS app, which controls multiroom audio products from Denon, Marantz, and Definitive Technologies has been updated with some much-needed improvements.
The 10 most popular streaming services, ranked by subscriber count
It's not quite fair to compare the various streaming services merely on how many subscribers they have — but it's as good a place to start as any.
Apple lets AirPods Pro owners upgrade to USB-C
Apple now sells the USB-C version of the AirPods Pro charging case on its own.
Platin Audio Milan 5.1.4 review: big Dolby Atmos sound on a budget
Dolby Atmos soundbars with four up-firing speakers tend to cost a lot, but the Platin Audio Milan 5.1.4 is only $800.
Save on Bose, Sony, and more with these holiday headphone deals
Gift a new set of headphones this holiday season and save along the way with these holiday headphone deals.
This deal that gets you a 65-inch 4K TV for under $300
Walmart has a fantastic deal on an Onn. 65-inch 4K TV meaning you pay just $298 for a huge display.
The 10 best holiday TV deals you can shop now (including a 65-inch TV for $298)
We've tracked down all the best holiday TV deals going on right now including the latest OLED and QLED TVs along with budget priced offerings.
How to buy over-the-counter hearing aids
After years in the making, over-the-counter hearing aids are now available for purchase without a prescription: Here's what to you need to know.
Best over-the-counter hearing aids for 2023
OTC hearing aids provide hearing solutions at a fraction of the price compared to prescription versions: Here are the best on the market from top brands!
Max is now available to watch on YouTube Primetime Channels
If you want to watch shows and movies on Max but don't want to ever leave YouTube, you can now watch the former inside the latter.
What we want from the AirPods Pro in 2024
Apple's iconic AirPods Pro are amazing wireless earbuds, but there's still room for improvement. Here's what what we think the company should do next.
How to buy a soundbar: from size to subwoofers, which is the best for you?
Built-in TV speakers suck, so naturally, you want to get a soundbar. How do you choose one? We cover the features and jargon you should know before you buy.
Huawei joins the open-ear trend with its FreeClip wireless earbuds
Huawei's FreeClip are designed to be more comfortable than other open-ear models, while also doing more to prevent sound leakage.
What is AirPlay 2? Apple’s wireless sharing system explained
Airplay 2 is available on a growing list of devices. We explain what it is, how it's different from its predecessor, and how to take advantage of it.
Usually $450, this LG surround sound system is on sale for $300
The LG S75QR 5.1.2-channel soundbar, which will add a surround sound system to your home theater setup, is on sale from Best Buy for $300 for savings of $150.
Snag an LG 65-inch TV for $400 after a $200 discount at Best Buy
The 65-inch LG UQ70 Series 4K TV may be the perfect upgrade for your living room. It's on sale for an affordable $400 from Best Buy following a $200 discount.
Sonos speakers and soundbars are discounted for the Holidays
Best Buy has a huge sale on Sonos speakers and soundbars. We've picked out some of the best from the sale.
Exclusive: Bose discontinues its Frames line of audio smart glasses
Bose will no longer sell its Frames smart glasses after the end of 2023 — if you're even able to find any between now and then.
These JBL true wireless earbuds are a little less than 50% off today
The JBL Reflect Mini earbuds punch above their weight and they're on sale now at Best Buy for an even better price than usual.
Apple’s Dolby Atmos Music bounty could be a disaster for the format
In its enthusiasm to increase the number of songs available in spatial audio, Apple might be encouraging quality-killing shortcuts.
The tvOS 17.2 update is now available with redesigned TV app
Apple's tvOS 17.2 update brings about a number of changes to the TV app, which gets even better as a one-app-to-rule-them-all on the platform.
Samsung, Google are attacking Dolby Atmos’ monopoly on 3D sound, and it’s going to get ugly
Dolby Atmos has become synonymous with immersive 3D sound, but the brand is about to face a new challenger from Google and Samsung.
Beats Solo 3 wireless headphones are 50% off the for holidays
If you want some budget headphones that work great in the Apple ecosystem, this deal will net you the Beats Solo3 for just $99.
You Asked: Do perfect LCD panels exist?
In this installment of You Asked: Is there such a thing as a perfect LCD panel? What is frame rate control? And we'll decode Samsung soundbar model numbers.
The 12 best soundbar deals in Best Buy’s 3-day sale — from $30
This 3-day sale from Best Buy is the perfect time to get a soundbar and upgrade your home theater experience.
Best wireless earbuds for 2023: Sony, Bose, Soundcore, and more
Looking for the best wireless earbuds, but overwhelmed by all of the choices? We've tried tons of them so you don't have to — here are the models we recommend.
The 13 best TV deals in Best Buy’s 3-day sale — from $65
If you've been wanting to buy a new TV for some time now, this 3-day sale from Best Buy is the perfect opportunity to do so.
Best Buy is having a sale on 65-inch Samsung 4K, QLED and OLED TVs
The 65-inch models of Samsung's CU7000 4K TV, Q80C QLED 4K TV, and S90C OLED 4K TV are all on sale from Best Buy, allowing you to enjoy discounts of up to $500.
If you have a Samsung TV, buy a Q-Series soundbar in this sale
If you have a Samsung TV, it's highly recommended that you pair it with a Samsung Q-Series soundbar. They're on sale from Samsung now, but you need to hurry.
AirPods 2 are still only $99 post-Black Friday
Amazon still has AirPods 2 at a great price. Ideally suited for those who want a great pair for exercise, here's why they're worth the money.
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Phil spent the 2000s making newspapers with the Pensacola (Fla.) News Journal, the 2010s with Android Central and then the personality behind Modern Dad, and is currently an editor with Digital Trends. Phil’s online work has taken him all over the United States, as well as Europe and Asia.
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