The best Alexa speakers

Whether it's for the home, or something you want to carry along on a trip, we rounded up the best Alexa speakers for any occasion.

John Velasco     April 27, 2022

Google now offers a wall mount for its smallest smart speaker

Helping you to "free up precious counter and tabletop surfaces," Google's new wall mount for the Google Home Mini smart speaker costs $15.

T. Mogg     April 26, 2022

Dongle duel to the death! Amazon Fire TV vs. Roku Streaming Stick+

Our Amazon Fire TV vs. Roku Streaming Stick+ process pits two $70 4K HDR streamers against each other to determine which device belongs attached to your TV.

Caleb Denison     April 26, 2022

First-generation Sonos One smart speaker prices drop to just $150

We found a pretty great deal: The original Sonos One smart speaker is now $150, which is the lowest price we've seen since it launched. Though no longer the newest version, the first-gen model sounds identical to the second-gen, and will still get Google Assistant support when it launches later this year.

Simon Cohen     April 26, 2022

This Vizio soundbar is even more affordable for Black Friday

When it comes to a terrific movie-watching experience at home, you don't just need a great TV. You also need terrific sound. And what better way to ease into the world of TV audio than with one of our favorite affordable soundbars, the Vizio SB3621n-G8 2.1, which is on sale at Walmart for less than $100.

Georgina Torbet     April 26, 2022

How to wall-mount your Google Nest Mini

The Nest Mini and similar small smart speakers from Google can be wall-mounted anywhere, giving you plenty of options for placement: Here's how to do it safely.

Tyler Lacoma     April 26, 2022

Great deal! These are our three favorite Amazon tech bargains today

Friday's Amazon Gold Box deals feature TP-Link Powerline adapters, a top-rated Bluetooth speaker, and a Jabra in-car speakerphone.

Kara Kamenec     April 26, 2022

Great deal! These are our three favorite Amazon tech bargains today

Monday's Amazon Gold Box deals feature an Anker Bluetooth car receiver, a set of wireless headphones, and a durable Bluetooth speaker.

Kara Kamenec     April 26, 2022

Great deal! These are our three favorite Amazon tech bargains today

Thursday's Amazon Gold Box deals feature a surge protector, a splashproof Bluetooth speaker, and a Logitech home speaker system.

Kara Kamenec     April 26, 2022

Great deal! These are our three favorite Amazon tech bargains today

Tuesday's Amazon Gold Box deals feature a dash cam, a stylish Skagen Hagen Connected Hybrid Smartwatch, and a TaoTronics portable speaker.

Kara Kamenec     April 26, 2022

This Vizio 5.2.1 soundbar system is on sale for only $350 — save $170

Easy to set up, the Vizio5.1.2-channel soundbar system offers peak sound with only a few speakers and a wireless subwoofer, now more than 30% off at Dell.

Jacob Silver     April 26, 2022

One of the best Dolby Atmos soundbars is 30% off for Prime Day

There's nothing like getting a truly good deal on Prime Day and we can assure you, this is one of them: The Vizio Elevate Dolby Atmos soundbar is just $680.

Simon Cohen     April 26, 2022

Marshall Tufton Bluetooth speaker review: Big, bold block rocker

Most Bluetooth speakers are small, personal devices that emphasize portability over power. Not so with the Marshall Tufton. It's a no-compromises crowd-pleaser.

Simon Cohen     April 26, 2022

Vizio just beat Black Friday with this super-short soundbar flash sale

Keen to avoid the madness of Black Friday 2019 by taking home a bargain ahead of time? You're in luck — Vizio has discounted its entire soundbar collection, including its flagship Vizio 5.1.4 Home Theater Sound System, which is in the discount bin at $300 off, through Saturday, November 23.

Josh Levenson     April 26, 2022

Amazon Echo Dot (4th Gen) review: Growing up to set the benchmark

Amazon's smallest smart speaker has undergone a radical change, so will the Echo Dot's (4th Gen) new design be enough to garner attention over the competition?

John Velasco     April 26, 2022

Sonos Beam vs. Sonos Playbar

You can't go wrong with a Sonos soundbar, but how to choose between the big and bold Playbar, and smaller, smarter Beam? We put them head-to-head to find out.

Simon Cohen     April 26, 2022

Samsung HW-Q800T review: Alexa, can you say wow?

For $750, Samsung's HW-Q800T comes equipped with a 3.1.2-channel system, Wi-Fi functionality, Amazon Alexa built in, and support for Dolby Atmos and DTS:X.

Nick Woodard     April 26, 2022

JBL Bar 9.1 review: Wireless Dolby Atmos with a few flaws

There's no doubt that the JBL Bar 9.1's detachable fully wireless Dolby Atmos surround modules are convenient, but are they worth $1,000? We put it to the test.

Simon Cohen     April 26, 2022

Sonos Beam review

Sonos makes some of the best single-speaker home theater products, but they’re expensive. A more affordable model would help a lot of people make the jump to Sonos. The Sonos Beam looks to be that product, with Alexa built-in. But did Sonos remove too much in the effort to keep the price down?

Caleb Denison     April 26, 2022

Amazon Echo (4th Gen) review: New look, same outstanding results

Amazon takes a gamble on the new Echo (4th Gen) by changing it up with a totally new design. It's daring, but will it be enough to make consumers take notice?

John Velasco     April 26, 2022

Home theater calibration guide: Manual speaker setup

Make your home theater rumble just right with our manual speaker setup guide, a simple, step-by-step walkthrough to getting the most from your audio equipment without needing to rely on automatic calibration, which often can't produce the same stellar results as manual calibration.

Ryan Waniata     April 26, 2022

JBL Bar 5.0 Multibeam soundbar review: Add a little Dolby Atmos to your life

If you're looking for a small, simple single speaker to give your TV the oomph it's missing, the Dolby Atmos-capable JBL Bar 5.0 Multibeam is the answer.

Simon Cohen     April 26, 2022

Razer Leviathan V2 review: A PC gaming soundbar done right?

After seven years of silence, Razer returns with a sequel to its forward-thinking PC gaming soundbar.

Luke Larsen     April 21, 2022

Denon’s new soundbar delivers Dolby Atmos at a budget price

Denon's most affordable soundbar now comes with a built-in subwoofer and Dolby Atmos sound.

Simon Cohen     April 21, 2022

The 808 Canz XL is bigger than the original, but is it better?

The Canz XL by 808 Audio is larger and more powerful than the original Canz Bluetooth speaker. It delivers more bass and volume yet is still portable.

Philip Chung     April 21, 2022

Roll out the party with the Ecoboulder portable Bluetooth speaker and PA system

The Ecoxgear EcoBoulder is a massive wireless speaker, PA system, and portable radio that delivers incredibly loud and well-balanced sound. The speaker is also waterproof, and even floats, making it one of the most versatile we've encountered.

Philip Chung     April 21, 2022

In a nutshell, Carved’s Acoustic Acorn Bluetooth speaker sounds great

The first Bluetooth speaker from wooden phone case maker Carved, the Acoustic Acorn, has surprisingly good sound for the money and is crafted with real wood harvested from sustainably managed forests.

Philip Chung     April 21, 2022

The iPhone 6 case that amplifies your music

The Zagg Speaker Case for the iPhone 6 and 6S is a bumper case with a twist. It has a detachable Bluetooth speaker for when you want to crank the music up. We take a look at the case in a video review to see how it works.

Philip Chung     April 21, 2022

Pump up the jams with iHome’s Bluetooth Vanity Mirror Speaker

To help usher everyone's bathroom into the 21st Century, speaker manufacturer iHome just unveiled its innovative Vanity Mirror Bluetooth Speaker.

R. Stella     April 21, 2022

Google Nest Audio is a proper successor to the aging Google Home smart speaker

The Google Nest Audio is focused on making sure you're impressed by its audio quality thanks to upgrades under the hood that make it perfect for audiophiles.

P. Hearn     April 21, 2022

Best Buy’s Black Friday deals feature $30 off the Roku Smart Soundbar

Get a new TV for Black Friday? Wish it were smart and had better sound than two tin cans can produce? You could add a Roku stick and a soundbar, but the Roku Smart Soundbar kills both birds with one stone, and a $30 Black Friday discount at Best Buy brings its price down to $150.

Quentyn Kennemer     April 21, 2022

Vizio’s new TVs and soundbars go on sale today. Here’s where and for how much

Vizio announced pricing and specs for all of its latest TV and soundbar models, offering a wide range of awesome choices for your home theater upgrade, especially with upcoming support for Apple Airplay 2 and HomeKit coming to its SmartCast 3.0 smart TV platform.

Parker Hall     April 21, 2022

Early Prime Day Deal: Save $100 on Bose Home Speaker 500 with Alexa

Amazon has cut the price on the Bose Home Speaker that has not only Amazon Alexa, but Google Home built right in. Save $100 off the standard price of $400.

Patrick Hearn     April 21, 2022

This Bose Bluetooth speaker is just $79 for Prime Day — save $50

With amazing Bose sound quality and voice control, this small but sturdy mobile Bluetooth speaker can revolutionize your listening experience.

Jacob Silver     April 21, 2022

Best Buy discounts must-have LG, Samsung, and Vizio soundbars for 4th of July

Upgrade your TV's audio with a soundbar. Here are great options from LG, Vizio, and Samsung, all of which are discounted as part of the 4th of July sales.

Erica Katherina     April 21, 2022

The Honeycomb HC-1 Bluetooth speaker follows nature’s blueprint for unique design

Honeycomb joins the crowded Bluetooth speaker marketplace with the unique HC-1. We spent some time with this funky speaker to see if it's worth taking home.

Philip Chung     April 21, 2022

Rain or shine, iHome’s iBT9 speaker lets you take your music outdoors

Rugged, compact, and portable with a weatherproof design, the iHome iBT9 travels well no matter where you go.

Philip Chung     April 21, 2022

Best Prime Day speaker deals: Bose, Klipsch, and Polk treated to massive discounts

Looking to spruce up your home entertainment setup this Prime Day 2019? You've come to the right place -- we've found Bose, Denon, and Polk speakers. If you're hoping to up your audio game with a great Prime Day deal, now is the time to do so.

Josh Levenson     April 21, 2022