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A still frame from the personalized 3D audio profile creation tool on a Sony PS5.

Personalized spatial audio comes to the PlayStation 5

Sony's gaming console now offers a more immersive audio experience for headset and earbud users.
Audio-Technica AT-SP3X powered bookshelf speakers.

Audio-Technica’s affordable powered bookshelf speakers are made for vinyl

For vinyl fans on a budget, Audio-Technica has created the AT-SP3X powered bookshelf speakers for easy pairing with the company's entry-level turntables.
Jordan Love wearing the Sony WF-1000XM5 wireless headphones.

Sony is now the official headphones of the NFL

Sony takes on a sponsorship that has been vacant since Bose decided not to renew its relationship with the NFL.
Wiim Ultra.

Wiim Ultra review: spectacular streamer

Wiim's new flagship streamer is stunning to look at and listen to. Only its lack of AirPlay keeps it from perfection.
Wiim Ultra.

The current Wiim Ultra will never get Apple AirPlay

Wiim's new flagship streaming music player wasn't AirPlay certified at launch, and now we know it never will be.
Earfun Air Pro 4.

Earfun Air Pro 4 ANC earbuds go all-in on hi-res, lossless, and Auracast for under $100

Earfun's new sub-$100 wireless earbuds have an enormous list of high-end features.
Wiim Ultra.

Need AirPlay? Hold off on the Wiim Ultra for now

Apple's popular wireless streaming protocol is a no-show on Wiim's flagship music streamer, at least for now.
Ifi Go Link headphone amp/DAC plugged into an iPhone 14 and Sennheiser HD 560S - with magenta LED indicating MQA playback.

What is hi-res audio, and how can you experience it right now?

Hi-res audio has gone from an audiophile novelty to a mainstream attraction, but there's still a bit of a learning curve to master before you can enjoy it.
OnePlus 5T AptX HD

What are Bluetooth codecs, and do they really matter? The wireless audio tech fully explained

Bluetooth codecs can affect the sound of your wireless headphones and your ability to react quickly while gaming. Want to know more? We've got all the details.
LG OLED M4 wireless TV.

LG rolls out its gamer-friendly M4 wireless OLED TV

With a smaller screen size and 144Hz support, LG's new wireless TV should appeal to gamers.
Hisense CanvasTV.

Hisense prices its 65-inch CanvasTV way less than The Frame

Hisense has released its 65-inch Canvas TV with a price that comes in much lower than its Samsung competitor, The Frame TV.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, in case with lid open.

Samsung apologizes for Galaxy Buds 3 Pro quality, temporarily suspends deliveries

After reports of users inadvertently ripping the silicone eartips of the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, Samsung has decided to halt deliveries of the wireless earbuds.
Fiio DM13 portable CD Player.

The CD Walkman is back — on steroids

Fiio has rebooted the classic portable CD player with a bunch of new features that bring it into the modern era.
Enhanced 4K experience on Comcast X1 for the Paris Olympics.

Comcast Olympics coverage ‘only seconds behind’ live action in Paris

Comcast's enhanced 4K experience for the 2024 Summer Games will transmit faster than before, with more on-screen detail.
QCY H3 ANC headphones.

Prime Day madness: Wireless ANC headphones for $40

You probably haven't heard of QCY but it makes a set of $50 ANC headphones that don't suck. And for Prime Day, they're even cheaper.
Apple AirPods Pro 2 sitting beside iPhone 14 and charging case.

If you don’t review audio products for a living, now’s the time to buy Apple’s AirPods

With prices at historic lows this Prime Day, there's never been a better time to buy Apple AirPods.
Sony HT-A5000.

Amazon tried to hide its best Prime Day soundbar deal, but I found it anyway

The Sony HT-A5000 was already a stellar choice in a Dolby Atmos at its regular price of $1,000. You won't believe what it costs right now.
A song playing in lossless audio in Apple Music on an iPhone.

Lossless audio — the better-than-MP3 alternative you should know

You've probably heard the lossless audio, but what exactly does it mean, and how is it better than so-called lossy audio? We've got all the answers.
NAD C 700 V2 Streaming Amplifier.

NAD updates its C 700 streamer with surround sound and a phono input

The latest version of NAD's C 700 Streaming Amplifier, the C 700 V2, gets a series of welcome upgrades like a better DAC and 4.1 surround sound.
Sennheiser Accentum Wireless SE.

This crazy Sennheiser headphones Prime Day deal is an Amazon exclusive

A special edition of Sennheiser's excellent Accentum Wireless headphones are deeply discounted on Amazon, and it's a deal you shouldn't miss.
Vizio 2021 elevate soundbar.

How to connect a soundbar to a TV: a guide to cables, connections, and features

Soundbars are a great choice if you want better TV sound with the least amount of hassle. But the right connection to your TV is key to getting great results.
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds in front of charging case.

Bose finally updates its wireless earbuds with Bluetooth Multipoint

Bose adds an in-demand feature to its flagship open and noise-canceling wireless earbuds.
Leaked image of the purported next Sonos soundbar codenamed, Lasso.

Can a new soundbar fix Sonos’ self-inflicted wounds?

Sonos may soon release a follow-up to the popular Sonos Arc soundbar, but will it be enough to revive the company's battered reputation?
Denon Home Amp seen next to a Denon turntable.

Denon Home Amp adds HDMI eARC, Dolby Audio to HEOS systems

Denon's wireless multiroom audio ecosystem now has a Sonos Amp competitor.
Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 in charging case, lid open, held in hand.

Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 review: smooth sound that goes the distance

Cambridge Audio brings its AB amplification to wireless earbuds, with impressive results.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro and Galaxy Buds 3, in their cases with lids open.

Samsung’s new Galaxy Buds 3 and Buds 3 Pro are like AirPods with AI smarts

Samsung's heavily leaked Galaxy Buds 3 and Buds 3 Pro got their official launch. And they don't just look like Apple's AirPods. They're similarly priced, too.
Ifi Audio Zen Blue 3 DAC (front).

Ifi’s latest DAC is the first to add lossless Bluetooth audio

With support for tons of Bluetooth codecs, including aptX Lossless, the Zen Blue 3 is the Swiss Army knife of wireless DACs.
1More TWS Q10 wireless earbuds.

These AirPods alternatives from 1More are impossibly cheap

Can you buy a set of AirPods replacements for less than $50? What about less than $20? Yes, you certainly can.
Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones seen in silver.

The best wireless headphones for 2025 from Bose, Sony, Sonos and more

Can you get great sound quality and wireless freedom in the same set of headphones? Absolutely. These are the best wireless headphones you can buy right now.
Fiio CP13 Transparent cassette player.

Fiio’s reboot of the Walkman no longer hides those glorious cassettes

A new transparent version of the Fiio CP13 gives inserted cassettes the visual treatment they deserve.
JLab Flex Open Earbuds.

JLab mimics Bose’s open-ear design with the $50 Flex Open

If the glasses-friendly clip style of open-ear earbuds appeals to you, JLab has a very affordable option.
Cambridge Audio Melomania P100 wireless headphones.

Cambridge Audio’s first wireless headphones boast AB amplification, long battery life

Cambridge Audio's first wireless headphones are aimed at audiophiles with lossless CD-quality sound and AB amplification.
A hotel TV showing the option to use Chromecast (Google Cast).

Casting for all? Hotel TVs finally support AirPlay and Google Cast

LG and Samsung have announced that their hospitality TVs are getting AirPlay and Google Cast, but is this really the answer?
Sennheiser Accentum True Wireless in their charging case, lid open.

Sennheiser Accentum True Wireless review: better comfort, same great sound

Sennheiser's latest wireless earbuds are understated and more affordable than the company's flagship earbuds -- they're also a lot more comfortable.