How to use spatial audio on Apple TV 4K

Apple's spatial audio feature creates immersive experiences for music, movies, and TV shows on the Apple TV 4K. Here's how you can use it.

Simon Cohen     February 17, 2025

The 6 best soundbars for Samsung TVs in 2025

Samsung has several soundbars on the market in 2025, but which is the right choice for your home theater? We rounded up all the best options to help you decide.

Jon Bitner     February 12, 2025

Best Dolby Atmos soundbars for 2025: Tested and reviewed by our audio experts

Looking for next-level home theater sound? Dolby Atmos-equipped soundbars offer immersive 3D sound. We've rounded up some of the best at a variety of budgets.

Andre Revilla     February 11, 2025

Watch Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime Show in Dolby Atmos on Apple Music

If you missed Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show last Sunday, Apple Music has you covered, with spatial audio, no less.

John Higgins     February 11, 2025

Super Bowl 2025 will be broadcast in both Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos for the first time

Comcast and Dolby are pairing up to broadcast the Super Bowl with both Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos for Xfiniti customers.

John Higgins     February 5, 2025

The ultimate guide to Dolby Atmos: what it is and how to get the best possible sound

Dolby Atmos can be a great surround sound experience. But just because your gear bears an Atmos label, that doesn't mean you've got Atmos sound. Here's why.

Simon Cohen     February 4, 2025

How to use Personalized Spatial Audio for Apple AirPods

Spatial Audio is neat, but it can be much better thanks to Apple's latest iOS 16 updates. Here's what Personalized Spatial Audio is and how to set it up.

Tyler Lacoma     February 1, 2025

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