These ski goggles deliver music using your face bones instead of earbuds

A company called BoneTech has introduced a new pair of ski googles with a very special skill: They can use the bones in your skull to play your favorite music, meaning you don't have to worry about missing vital sounds from the outside world on the slopes, or worry about your earbuds falling out.

News         August 7, 2019

Apple’s not-hi-res hi-res music is now called something else because iTunes died

Apple has announced a new name for its old initiative to make songs sound better. The Mastered for iTunes initiative, which has long been acclaimed for providing lossless-sounding audio in a compressed AAC format, is now called Apple Digital Masters, and it's something Apple Music subscribers should enjoy.

News         August 7, 2019

The best vinyl setups for any budget

From simple and affordable to sleek and swanky, these three incredible vinyl setups will allow you to listen to your favorite records with outstanding fidelity. Take the joy of listening to your growing analog audio collection to the next level, whether you're new to the hobby or a longtime listener.

Trash         July 10, 2019

Sony aims shrink ray at noise-canceling headphones with its WF-1000XM3 earbuds

Sony has announced its latest pair of true wireless headphones, taking a shrink ray to the same excellent noise-canceling technology in its over-ear WH-1000XM3 to create the new WF-1000XM3 model. With six hours of battery life and the promise of great call quality, these could be the new buds to beat.

News         July 3, 2019

Forget the remote: Yamaha offers two new affordable, Alexa-enabled soundbars

Yamaha announced two new soundbars aimed at fans of Amazon's Alexa voice assistant. The affordable new soundbars, called the YAS-109 and YAS-209, are both designed to provide viewers with great sound at an affordable price, with Alexa voice control built-in, allowing you to forget the remote.

News         June 20, 2019

Cambridge Audio’s earbuds have nearly twice AirPods’ juice for $40 less

Acclaimed British audio brand Cambridge Audio announced its first pair of true wireless headphones. Called the Melomania 1, the tiny in-ears feature 9 hours of battery life, and up to 45 hours if you count the four additional charges available inside the included charging case.

News         June 11, 2019

Your Apple iTunes listening data is only worth about 8 cents, lawsuit claims

Interested in finding out vast amounts of information about what people have been listening to? Worried that someone might discover your deep love of an embarrassing band? A recent lawsuit alleges that Apple sold iTunes listener data to third parties, who in turn sell it for only eight cents.

Mobile         May 29, 2019

Get schwifty and snag this Rick and Morty-themed pocket synth before it’s gone

Pocket synthesizer manufacture Teenage Engineering announced a special new collaboration with Rick and Morty that allows you to play with custom-made samples from the popular animated series. Called the PO-137, the limited edition device will be available for purchase in July and will likely sell out quickly.

News         May 28, 2019

Six things the new AirPods (and all new wireless earbuds) should have

After testing countless wireless earbuds, we know what makes a great pair. Whether you’re a new buyer or just upgrading, here’s what you should look for in your next set of wireless earbuds, AirPods or otherwise. From great battery life to waterproofing, here’s what all wireless earbuds should have.

Features         May 24, 2019

Oh, hey, Google! Bose brings Google Assistant to smart speakers and soundbars

Bose announced a new partnership with Google Assistant that will see the digital helper being added to all of its current smart speakers and soundbars, bringing listeners a ton of added functionality at no extra cost, and giving smart home lovers another reason to consider its various products.

News         May 20, 2019

Bang & Olufsen’s two new Bluetooth earbuds are perfect for workout enthusiasts

Bang & Olufsen has launched two new pairs of Bluetooth earbuds for those who like to break a sweat. they're aimed at capturing workout enthusiasts who want a stylish and functional pair of in-ears, as opposed to the ugly workout buds that many bring along during their daily exercise routines.

News         May 16, 2019

Apple’s revamped TV app is here, rolling out to viewers with iOS 12.3 update

Apple's iOS 12.3 update has brought a brand new overhaul of its TV app, as the popular device maker prepares for the launch of its highly anticipated on-demand video streaming service. The new Apple TV Plus service will feature original films and TV shows from some of the world's biggest stars.

Mobile         May 13, 2019

Hisense’s ULED Android TV lineup is here, and the prices are shockingly low

Hisense has announced pricing for its 2019 H8F and H9F models, providing excellent ULED picture -- and its insane black levels -- plus awesome image processing capabilities at a price that most of us can actually afford. Look out TCL, Hisense has its eye on the affordable TV market.

News         May 9, 2019

HBO and Game of Thrones should learn a lesson from Netflix and Stranger Things

By embracing technologies like 4K, HDR, and high-bitrate audio, Netflix delivers its premium content to your living room with the same care with which it was created. Why doesn’t HBO seem to care about providing viewers a comparable experience for ‘Game of Thrones’ on HBO Go and HBO Now?

Features         May 7, 2019

Man accidentally swallows AirPod, AirPod keeps on rocking

Apple's AirPods might not be waterproof, but apparently, they're pretty durable. A man claimed he accidentally swallowed air AirPod while sleeping and experienced a shocking surprise: The headphone still worked in his stomach, letting him know that he had lost it inside himself.

News         May 3, 2019

Dream on: The concert of the future is in Vegas, and Aerosmith leads the charge

Aerosmith has partnered with THX, L-Acoustics, 1More, and Mixhalo to provide fans with an unparalleled, tech-fueled concert experience for the band’s 50th anniversary. From deeply personal on-stage experiences to immersive, object-based surround sound, here’s how this one concert series could shape the future of live music around the globe.

Features         April 24, 2019

Roland’s Amazon-exclusive BTM-1 Bluetooth speaker doubles as a guitar amp

Roland, long known for its many digital instruments, has made an Amazon-exclusive Bluetooth speaker for performers on the go. With a guitar cable input and overdrive and reverb effects, as well as the ability to play backing tracks through a 3.5 mm input, it might be the perfect portable rig for musicians.

News         April 24, 2019

Airplay 2 will come to Roku devices as Apple-Roku deal is reportedly finalized

Roku has reportedly finalized a deal with Apple that will provide the streaming video device maker access to Apple's Airplay 2 protocol. This means iOS and Mac users can stream their favorite content to Roku devices with unprecedented ease, and may cause some potential Apple TV buyers to look elsewhere.

News         April 21, 2019

Get some bud-green Master and Dynamic wireless headphones for $50 off this 420

Looking for the best possible audio experience to pair with your favorite herb? Master and Dynamic has announced a special 4/20 edition of its gorgeous on-ear and over-ear headphones. they will be available for $50 off this 4/20, making now the perfect time to splurge on those headphones you've been eyeing.

News         April 19, 2019

Amazon’s free Spotify competitor is here. Just ask Alexa

Just ask Alexa to play your favorite song. Amazon has launched a free, ad-based music streaming service to compete with Spotify's free tier on its popular Echo devices, aiming to keep listeners into the Amazon ecosystem, and to bolster subscriptions to its paid Amazon Music Unlimited service.

News         April 19, 2019

Surface Buds? Microsoft might make AirPods competitors, joining Amazon and others

Microsoft is reportedly hard at work developing its own true wireless headphone model to compete with top offerings from Apple, Samsung, and others. It's aiming to take on the AirPods and Galaxy buds with its own pair of hyper-portable in-ears. The headphones may hit stores by the end of 2019.

News         April 16, 2019

Jabra wireless earbuds now cost $9 less than AirPods with this Amazon sale

You can now get a pair of our favorite workout earbuds, the Jabra Elite Active 65t, for $9 less than Apple's AirPods, making them a fantastic deal for those who are looking to cut the cord on their listening life. With 5 hours of battery life and an IP56 rating, these are among the best you'll find.

Trash         April 16, 2019

Sony releases wireless turntable, new soundbar amid slew of 2019 audio devices

Sony has announced pricing and availability for its 2019 home audio lineup, including a brand-new wireless turntable, a new soundbar, and a slew of Bluetooth speakers that range from small and portable to huge and cupholder-laden. Availability for some products begins now, with the last hitting shelves in mid-May.

News         April 16, 2019

You can get V-Moda’s excellent wireless over-ear headphones for just $100

In the market for a pair of Bluetooth headphones? You can get a pair of V-Moda's first-generation Crossfade Wireless for a third of their original $300 list price, a fantastic deal for a pair of great-sounding headphones with a great hard case, extremely rugged design, and warm, balanced sound profile.

News         April 15, 2019

Microsoft’s Surface Headphones will put Cortana in your head on November 19

Microsoft is getting into the headphone game, launching a new Cortana-enabled pair of noise-canceling over-ears it calls the Surface Headphones on November 19. It aims to compete with similar products from Sony and Bose. Can the $350 headphones take the noise-canceling mantle? We’re keen to find out.

News         April 13, 2019

From 8K TVs to soundbars, Samsung reveals pricing on its 2019 lineup

As of today, you can order Samsung's latest art-filled Frame TV and Q Series soundbars from the tech giant, with select retailers to come. The company also laid out pricing across its vast home theater lineup, including for its QLED TVs, from its 8K to 4K lines, as well as multiple other TVs for 2019.

News         April 11, 2019

Netflix expands its horizons with a SiriusXM comedy channel … and a magazine?

On-demand video streaming giant (and former DVD service) Netflix is jumping beyond streaming video and into two other, more antiquated forms of media, launching a full-time comedy channel on SiriusXM, as well as a free print magazine that will be helmed by a Vanity Fair editor.

News         April 10, 2019

The most valuable vinyl records on Earth, from The Beatles to The Sex Pistols

From rare LPs to one-off test pressings, these are some of the most expensive vinyl records on Earth — the kind of albums that make plaid-clad record collectors and average listeners alike green with envy. They range in price from what you'd pay for a nice used car to the price of a high-end home.

Guides         April 10, 2019

Amazon’s Echo Link and Echo Link Amp bring hi-fi sound to Alexa’s living room

Amazon's Echo Link and Echo Link Amp are designed to bring high-fidelity sound to your Alexa ecosystem. Are they worth the significant expense over a smaller Echo speaker, and how well do they integrate into a typical hi-fi system? We've spent time with both, and have answers to those questions and more.

News         April 9, 2019

Pandora now lets you mess with the secret sauce for its music playlists

Pandora introduced a new feature called Modes, allowing subscribers to pick between six different algorithms that determine what the popular music streaming service will decide to play. From modes based on popularity to finding deeper cuts, users now have massive control over music discovery.

News         April 9, 2019

Students can now snag YouTube Premium and YouTube Music for cheap

YouTube is now offering budget-conscious students steep discounts on its popular paid tier of ad-free music and video. Those currently in school can get access to YouTube Premium and YouTube Music for half their usual price, providing an extra incentive for young subscribers to sign up for the services.

News         April 9, 2019

Walmart has a killer deal on 65-inch Vizio P-Series Quantum 4K HDR smart TVs

Now's the time to upgrade that ratty old plasma TV you've got in your living room. If you're looking for an insanely awesome TV at a steep discount, you can now get a Vizio P Series Quantum for up to $300 off list price at a number of popular retailers both in-person and online.

News         April 5, 2019

You can now stream HBO, Showtime, and Starz in a single Roku app

It'll be easier than ever to find the new season of Game of Thrones on Roku. The company has added HBO to the Roku Channel on its devices, finally allowing owners of its popular streaming devices to stream programming from the premium cable giant in the same app as Showtime, Starz, and other services.

News         April 4, 2019

Everything Apple unveiled, including Apple TV Plus, a credit card, and more

Apple's It's Show Time event is officially over, with the tech giant announcing a new video-streaming service to compete with Netflix and Amazon Prime, a new way to subscribe to paid news outlets, a service for mobile gamers, and even its own credit card.

News         March 29, 2019

Wanna throw a poppin’ shindig? Check out our ultimate party songs playlist

We've put together a two-and-a-half-hour list of the best party songs of all time, aiming to enthrall your guests and start a living room dance-off.

Guides         March 26, 2019

There isn’t a single good reason to buy Apple’s new AirPods

After nearly a three-year wait, Apple has finally announced a new version of its popular true wireless headphones, the AirPods. We had high hopes for improved listening time, new color options, and the addition of waterproofing. Instead, all Apple gave listeners was the opportunity to buy a pricey wireless charging case.

News         March 26, 2019

If you’re a Spotify Premium subscriber, you now get Hulu for free

Spotify Premium subscribers have yet another reason to love the Swedish streaming service, with the company now offering ad-free Hulu accounts to all premium users at no additional cost, poising it to compete with the upcoming Apple video streaming service, which will likely offer Apple Music bundles.

News         March 26, 2019

From classical to hip-hop, here are the best songs to listen to at work

The perfect soundtrack can transform a day at work, so we've assembled eight separate playlists, allowing you to pick your favorite.

Guides         March 26, 2019