Bose wants to dominate car audio, and I heard its next-gen 3D automotive speakers

Bose is expanding its automotive speaker lineup, and at CES 2025 I had a chance to check out its next-gen spatial speakers in person.

Christian de Looper     January 10, 2025

Soundcore’s new party speaker uses AI to turn any track into a karaoke banger

At CES 2025 today, Anker announced two new Bluetooth speakers, including the Soundcore Rave 3S, a party speaker that can turn any track into a karaoke song with the help of AI.

Derek Malcolm     January 6, 2025

Sonos Beam 2 vs. Sonos Arc Ultra: Which soundbar should you buy?

Both the Sonos Beam and Sonos Arc are incredible soundbars that are guaranteed to rock the house, but which makes the most sense for you?

Michael Bizzaco     January 4, 2025

My favorite Dolby Atmos songs from 2024 to add to your playlist

There were lots of excellent songs released in 2024 that deserve to be added to your playlists. Here are some of our favorite Atmos releases.

John Higgins     December 24, 2024

Dolby Atmos FlexConnect gets its first competitor at CES 2025

Fraunhofer IIS' UpHear technology will let you place home theater speakers anywhere you want.

Simon Cohen     December 19, 2024

Samsung Music Frame review: welcome to invisible audio

The Music Frame is the perfect speaker for folks who don't want a visible speaker in their room.

Simon Cohen     December 17, 2024

How to deck out your pad with smart home gadgets for the holidays

Planning for the holidays can be a stressful experience, but there are a variety of great smart home gadgets that can make your winter season a bit more jolly.

J. Bitner     December 11, 2024

Sonos Ace review: These headphones are almost as awesome as we’d hoped

The Sonos Ace are a superb set of wireless headphones that have the potential to become a must-have accessory for Sonos owners.

Simon Cohen     December 3, 2024

Cyber Monday Bluetooth speaker deals: As cheap as $38

Here are our selections for the best offers for Bluetooth speakers from Cyber Monday deals, including our number one pick.

Andrew Morrisey     December 2, 2024

What is Dolby Atmos Music, and how can you listen to it at home and on the go?

Dolby Atmos Music is an immersive way to hear new tracks, as well as old favorites, but you'll need the right combo of gear to get it. Here's how it works.

Simon Cohen     November 22, 2024

Audio Cu’s audio-over-powerline tech that lets you avoid pro installers is only available through pro installers

Fasetto, the company behind the first audio-over-powerline solution, will only sell its Audio Cu products via pro installers.

Simon Cohen     November 12, 2024

Pioneer, Elite, Onkyo, and Integra AV receivers get major update for Amazon Music, Tidal, and Dirac

AV receivers from Pioneer, Elite, Onkyo, and Integra are getting better support for Amazon Music and Tidal, plus enhancements to Dirac room tuning.

Simon Cohen     November 5, 2024

Xbox finally upgrades its wireless headset after 3 years

Microsoft has released a tiny refresh of its Xbox Wireless Headset with improved battery life.

Carli Velocci     October 22, 2024

The Sonos Arc Ultra and Sub 4 are official at $999 and $799

Sonos has its first new products since the Sonos Ace headphones — and the software meltdown that followed — with the arrival of the Sonos Arc Ultra and Sub 4.

Phil Nickinson     October 15, 2024

Amazon partners with the NFL to launch limited-edition Echo Pops

Amazon is releasing an Echo Pop lineup featuring all 32 NFL teams. These will be released in groups from now until November 19. They're priced at $60 each.

Jon Bitner     October 9, 2024

No more speaker cables? New tech uses your home’s power lines to transmit audio

New sound-over-power-line tech might let you position your passive speakers anywhere you can find a power outlet -- no speaker cables needed.

Simon Cohen     October 3, 2024

Sony builds on LinkBuds brand with Fit, Open, Speaker — and Olivia Rodrigo

Sony's LinkBuds line consolidates itself in several ways, and expands in others (more Olivia Rodrigo and a speaker!), with the same engine as the WF-1000XM5.

Phil Nickinson     October 1, 2024

Denon’s 13.4-channel AVR-A10H is a more affordable premium AV receiver

Denon's AVR-A10H brings the company's flagship AVR features and performance to a new lower price point.

Simon Cohen     August 28, 2024

McIntosh’s MX200 AV processor includes full Dirac Live room correction

McIntosh's latest Dolby Atmos/DTS:X AV processor now includes multiple analog inputs, plus a full license for Dirac's room correction.

Simon Cohen     August 8, 2024

GoldenEar T66 loudspeaker review: This one is personal

A very personal take on what makes the GoldenEar T66 such a special speaker

Caleb Denison     August 6, 2024

Sony Bravia Theatre Quad review: Big-sound dreams do come true

Your big-sound dreams can come true in a smaller package — but that doesn't mean you won't have to pay a pretty penny for it.

Caleb Denison     July 23, 2024

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.

Simon Cohen     July 15, 2024

The Beats Pill is back, baby!

The Beats Pill Bluetooth speaker lives again, with all the internal tech you'd expect, and a price that might surprise you.

Phil Nickinson     July 11, 2024

The new Beats Pill might replace Sonos on my back porch

They're less expensive, portable — and are built to survive the elements. And that's why the new Beats Pill will be my pick for new outdoor stereo speakers.

Phil Nickinson     July 11, 2024

What color Beats Pill should you get?

Ultimately what color Beats Pill you go for won't affect the sound. But it'll definitely affect the way you look at it. Choose wisely.

Phil Nickinson     July 11, 2024

Beats Pill tips and tricks

The Beats Pill is a brilliantly simple Bluetooth speaker, but it does have a few tricks up its sleeve. If it had sleeves, that is. It's a speaker. Not a person.

Phil Nickinson     July 3, 2024

Bose SoundLink Max review: back to Bluetooth form

The Bose SoundLink Max Bluetooth speaker sounds great whether indoors or powering the party outdoors, without trying to do too much more than that.

Phil Nickinson     June 28, 2024

Spatial audio over AirPlay could be a game changer for Dolby Atmos

Apple quietly announced that its AirPlay streaming protocol is about to get a big new upgrade.

Simon Cohen     June 11, 2024

Morel Biggie wireless speaker promises big sound in a small package

The Morel Biggie is anything but. It's a compact Bluetooth speaker you can take around the house, and even outside, thanks to the extended 50-meter range.

Christine Persaud     June 5, 2024

DTS:X finally gets major streaming support starting with Disney+

Dolby Atmos' spatial audio stranglehold over the streaming world is about to end as Disney+ adds support for DTS:X via IMAX Enhanced movies.

Simon Cohen     April 17, 2024

Denon AVR-X6800H: 8K everywhere and Dirac Live compatibility

Denon's latest AV receiver won't be available until 2024, but we now know what the AVR-X6800H has in store for us.

Simon Cohen     April 11, 2024

Spatial audio via headphones: how science crams 9 speakers and a subwoofer inside your head

If spatial audio formats like Dolby Atmos normally use a bunch of speakers arranged around your room, how can you hear it using headphones?

Simon Cohen     April 7, 2024

What to do if your Amazon Alexa app is not working

Experiencing issues with the Amazon Alexa app? Here are a few ways you can fix an unresponsive Alexa app or one that's not working as intended.

Jon Bitner     March 25, 2024

Sonos Era 300 review: the best wireless audio system gets its best speaker yet

With outstanding sound for stereo and Dolby Atmos Music, the Sonos Era 300 wireless smart speaker is the complete package.

Simon Cohen     March 25, 2024