Apple Music just got pricier

Apple has just raised the entry fee for its music streaming service, and it now starts at $11.99 in the US.

Nadeem Sarwar     July 17

Sonos owners are finally getting a less frustrating app, but the rollout comes with a catch

The Sonos app is adding clearer navigation, customizable speaker sorting, and redesigned iOS volume controls, but the phased release could take two weeks to reach every user.

Paulo Vargas     July 17

Skullcandy serves Bose tuning and some peppy colors on its new Crusher 1080 ANC headphones

Skullcandy's Crusher 1080 ANC brings its signature feel-it bass together with Bose noise cancellation and spatial audio for $279.99.

Rachit Agarwal     July 15

Spotify’s new conversational AI can play tracks you request and answer your music questions

Spotify is rolling out a conversational AI feature that can play requested tracks, answer music questions, and refine selections through follow-up prompts.

S. Kumar Manglam     July 14

Baseus Inspire XC1 review: I tested these Bose-tuned earbuds, and now I’m an open-ear convert

Earclip buds either demand a sky-high asking price for a refined package, or water down the audio experience. For $130, the Baseus Inspire XC1 strike the middle ground quite handsomely with Bose tuning.

Nadeem Sarwar     July 14

Your dead TV may be far less broken than it looks

A repair technician claims a minor backlight fault can make some televisions appear completely dead, potentially pushing owners toward replacement before they discover that the underlying problem may still be repairable.

Paulo Vargas     July 14

Google Home Speaker (2026) review: Smarter and punchier, with a subscription pinch

The latest edition of the Google Home Speaker serves a compelling mix of rewarding voice controls, surprisingly punchy audio output, and the most advanced suite of smart home features that you can get on a speaker under a $100 budget.

Faiz Aly     July 13

Razer dressed its gaming earbuds for PS5 and Xbox, then priced them surprisingly well

Razer’s new $99 gaming earbuds bring low-latency wireless audio to Xbox and PS5, although multi-console owners may find one version considerably more useful.

Vikhyaat Vivek     July 13

Your next song could soon carry an AI warning label, and the music industry is all for it

The music industry wants Spotify and Apple Music to label AI-generated songs, giving listeners greater transparency as artificial intelligence becomes increasingly common in music production.

Moinak Pal     July 11

Your YouTube playlists can now become actual TV shows, but there’s a catch you need to know

YouTube Partner Program creators can now organize videos into episodic shows with seasons, serial or non-serial structure, and custom artwork.

Shikhar Mehrotra     July 10

Sony returns to the professional IEM market with the IER-M500

Sony has launched the IER-M500 professional in-ear monitors, featuring a new dynamic driver, high passive noise isolation, detachable cable, and stage-ready design for musicians and performers.

Varun Mirchandani     July 9

Sony revives the RX10 with AI autofocus, 4K 120fps, and a longer-lasting battery

Sony's RX10 V brings Alpha-series AI autofocus and 4K 120p video to a 24-600mm ZEISS compact camera for $2,299.99 US.

Shikhar Mehrotra     July 9

Spotify finally lets you pin more than four items in your library, and it only took a few years

Spotify raised its library pin limit from four to 20 for all users, free and premium, making it more generous than Apple Music's six-pin cap.

Shikhar Mehrotra     July 8

Meta’s new image and video AI tools let you turn Instagram into your creative mood board

Meta's Muse Image is live now on meta.ai, Instagram, and WhatsApp with agentic image generation, and Instagram-handle prompting.

Shikhar Mehrotra     July 7

Marshall refreshes its Acton and Stanmore speakers with better bass and repairability

Marshall has launched the Acton IV and Stanmore IV Bluetooth speakers with improved acoustics, Bluetooth Auracast, replaceable parts, and better placement flexibility.

Varun Mirchandani     July 7

I was skeptical of clip-style open earbuds. After trying my first pair, I don’t want to go back

I have stopped judging earbuds on sound alone, and ear-clip designs are a key reason behind that change in attitude. Feather-light, never fatiguing, and easy to live with. I just discovered this form factor and I love it.

Krittika Owary     July 7

iOS 27 beta 3 makes it easier to adjust your AirPods’ Adaptive Audio intensity

iOS 27 beta 3 adds a quicker way to adjust AirPods Adaptive Audio intensity, moving the control into the main AirPods settings page.

Pranob Mehrotra     July 7

Buying a TCL TV in the UK? Don’t miss this five-year warranty offer

UK buyers who purchase an eligible 2026 TCL TV from a participating retailer can get five years of warranty cover, as long as they register the TV within 30 days.

S. Kumar Manglam     July 6

Nothing’s next budget earbuds are coming for boring AirPods clones

Nothing has confirmed that Ear (3a), its next affordable wireless earbuds, will launch on July 7 in White, Black, Yellow, and Pink color options

Vikhyaat Vivek     July 2

Sony’s WH-1000XM6 headphones just became more tempting for gamers who hate gaming headsets

Sony's WH-1000XM6 update adds Bluetooth GMAP support for lower-latency gaming audio, but the feature only helps when the connected phone, PC, tablet, or handheld supports the same standard.

Paulo Vargas     July 1

Acer’s 1,000Hz gaming monitor is real, expensive, and stuck waiting on a launch date

Acer’s 1,000Hz gaming monitor is listed on Amazon for $699.99, but it’s still out of stock, and its fastest mode requires a major drop from QHD to 720p.

Paulo Vargas     July 1

LG C6H OLED Evo AI Review: The First Meaningful C-Series Upgrade in Years?

The LG C6H OLED Evo AI delivers brighter visuals, cleaner processing, smarter AI features and class-leading gaming performance, making it one of the most compelling C-Series OLED upgrades in years.

Faiz Aly     June 30

Tidal lays down the rules for AI music. I wish Spotify and everyone else would follow

Tidal's new AI music policy, effective July 15, prevents fully AI-generated tracks from earning royalties, adds AI labels, and lets listeners filter out all AI-generated content.

Shikhar Mehrotra     June 29

Netflix just got a whole lot more irritating if you share a screen in a household

Netflix is rolling out a new profile system that requires each household member to add a unique email address to their individual profile.

Varun Mirchandani     June 26

In the last hours of Prime Day, I found the best deals to save you the regret of missing out

The best last-minute Prime Day 2026 deals on smartphones, earbuds, smartwatches, and more, hand-picked before the sale ends tonight.

Shikhar Mehrotra     June 26

As Spotify embraces AI, Deezer will let you remix songs with artist consent and royalties

Deezer’s Remix Lab is a new in-app feature launching first in France that lets fans remix select songs with artist approval, rights compliance, and compensation for every stream

Vikhyaat Vivek     June 26

YouTube Shorts is getting 2x speed and a cleaner view, but it’s also ditching the dislike button

YouTube just updated Shorts with four changes, including 2x speed, distraction-free viewing, and the controversial removal of the dislike button.

Shikhar Mehrotra     June 26

These are the best Prime Day earbuds deals I found for Android and iPhone users

Prime Day has dropped prices on the Pixel Buds Pro 2 and Beats Studio Buds+, making these earbuds much easier to recommend.

S. Kumar Manglam     June 25

I found two Prime Day deals on speakers: one built for travel, the other for your smart home

Whether you want a travel ready Bluetooth speaker or a smart home hub, these two Prime Day deals cover both needs.

M. Priyadarshini     June 25

I dug past the flashy Prime Day OLED TV discounts, and these two actually make sense

These Samsung and LG Prime Day OLED TV deals sit around the same price, but they serve two different living rooms.

Paulo Vargas     June 25

Prime Day cuts the Sony WH-1000XM5 to under $200, and I think it’s worth every penny

The Sony WH-1000XM5 has fallen to a record-low $198 for Prime Day, saving you more than $200 on one of the best noise-canceling headphones out there.

Pranob Mehrotra     June 23

I found the Prime Day TV deals that are picture-perfect, and skipped the blurry bargains

Whether you want a flagship OLED with perfect blacks or a budget Mini-LED that punches above its weight, Prime Day has a TV deal for you. Here are the five best, picked so you can skip the scrolling.

Rachit Agarwal     June 23

You can save big with these gaming monitor deals on Prime Day right now

Prime Day brings major discounts on gaming monitors, from budget QHD panels to flagship 4K OLED displays with steep price cuts.

M. Priyadarshini     June 23

These are the best Prime Day earbud deals I highly recommend to shoppers

These tested earbuds across every budget are seeing real Prime Day discounts, from premium AirPods and Pixel Buds to budget friendly Nothing and Beats options.

M. Priyadarshini     June 23

Prime Day 2026 is packed with Samsung deals, but only these made my shortlist

Prime Day 2026 is delivering some of the biggest Samsung discounts we've seen all year. From the Galaxy S26 series to Galaxy Watches, tablets, and earbuds, these are the deals that offer the best value for your money.

Pranob Mehrotra     June 23

I checked the Prime Day speaker deals, and these 5 are the ones worth hearing out

Skip the no-name speaker clutter. These JBL and Bose Prime Day deals have real discounts, useful features, and clear reasons to buy.

Paulo Vargas     June 23

Amazon’s new Fire TV interface is finally rolling out to more devices

Amazon has started rolling out its redesigned Fire TV interface, bringing a cleaner look, faster performance, and built-in Alexa+ integration.

Varun Mirchandani     June 22

This Prime Day, Sylvox Is Offering Up To 28% Off Its Frameless Outdoor TVs

Outdoor living spaces are becoming an extension of the modern home, and the technology that goes into them is evolving too. During Prime Day, Sylvox is offering discounts across its outdoor TV portfolio, including savings of up to 28% on the Frameless Series Outdoor TV.

D. Staff     June 22