Plex wants to force its users into a subscription trap, and honestly, I’m a little mad

Plex is raising its Lifetime Plex Pass price from $249.99 to $749.99 on July 1, 2026. It's dressed up as good news, but I'm not buying it, figuratively or literally.

Audio / Video     Rachit Agarwal     May 20

Google and Xreal’s Project Aura smart glasses will ship later this year

Xreal's Project Aura smart glasses throw built-in display units into the mix with a wide field of view,

Audio / Video     Nadeem Sarwar     May 19

Google shows off Android audio glasses designed by Gentle Monster and Warby Parker

Google has finally given us first look at Android XR audio glasses, powered by Gemini and coming out later this year.

Audio / Video     Nadeem Sarwar     May 19

Sony launches 1000X Collexion headphones, and they keep it classy at a sweet price tag

Sony's new 1000X THE COLLEXION noise-cancelling headphones inherit the same audio DNA as the WH-1000XM6 headphones, but in a more stylish package and an eye-watering asking price.

Audio / Video     Nadeem Sarwar     May 19

The Marshall Milton ANC cost $229, last 80 hours, and have a replaceable battery

Marshall launched the Milton ANC at $229, with an on-ear headphone with adaptive ANC, 80 hours battery life, LDAC, Bluetooth 6.0, USB-C wired audio, and a replaceable battery.

Audio / Video     Shikhar Mehrotra     May 19

Edifier’s new budget headphones put song lyrics on the earcups and I’m confused

Edifier has launched the Auro Ace budget headphones with a customizable dot-matrix display that can show synced lyrics and animations in real time.

Audio / Video     Varun Mirchandani     May 16

The HomePod mini still makes sense in 2026 if you are already in Apple’s ecosystem

The HomePod mini still delivers strong sound and seamless Apple ecosystem integration in 2026, especially when paired with an Apple TV 4K. Here’s whether it is still worth buying today.

Audio / Video     Faiz Aly     May 15

JBL’s new Live 4 earbuds come in three styles and a smarter case with a built-in display

JBL has updated its Live earbuds with three fit choices, improved ANC, Hi-Res Audio, and a smarter touchscreen case that can handle more controls directly from the case.

Audio / Video     S. Kumar Manglam     May 14

At $4,499, the Sony A7R VI undercuts the A1 II by $2,000, and still matches it at 30fps

Sony's A7R VI launches in June 2026 at $4,499. It features a 66.8MP stacked sensor shooting 30fps with full AF, 16 stops of dynamic range, and 8.5 stops of IBIS.

Audio / Video     Shikhar Mehrotra     May 13

Sonos Play review: A sweet spot portable speaker that I can’t stop firing up

The Sonos Play gets as close to the "powerhouse in a tiny packet" epitome as it gets. It's punchy, well-built, and offers its own set of add-ons that make it an easy pick for on-counter and on-the-go fun.

Audio / Video     Nadeem Sarwar     May 12

Amazon’s Alexa+ just moved into your Bose speaker, if you’re willing to pay the rent

Amazon's Alexa+ has officially landed on Bose speakers in the U.S., making Bose the first non-Amazon hardware brand to carry the AI assistant.

Audio / Video     Shikhar Mehrotra     May 5

Bose turns up the volume on home audio with its sleekest and smartest Lifestyle Collection

Bose has launched the Lifestyle Collection, a trio of premium home audio products featuring a wireless smart speaker, an immersive soundbar, and a powerful subwoofer.

Audio / Video     Shikhar Mehrotra     May 5

Sony’s upcoming WH-1000XX headphones spotted in the wild ahead of its official launch

Sony's most premium headphones yet have leaked ahead of their May 19 launch, featuring a metal design, 12 noise-canceling microphones, and AI-powered audio upscaling at $649.

Audio / Video     M. Priyadarshini     May 5

Samsung reveals sharp stretchable display that’s ready for your car’s dashboard

Samsung Display’s sharper Stretchable Display 2.0 reaches 200 PPI and reshapes dashboard graphics around driving conditions, offering a clearer preview of how future car instrument clusters could become more adaptive.

Audio / Video     Paulo Vargas     May 5

Walmart leak shows an expanding Onn lineup with a Gemini-ready smart speaker

A certification listing points to Walmart’s Onn lineup expanding with a Gemini-powered smart speaker featuring Matter support, Google Cast, and a 10W speaker.

Audio / Video     Vikhyaat Vivek     May 4

Spotify adds verified artist badges so that you know you’re listening to a human, and not AI

Spotify is rolling out a new Verified badge and artist activity details to help you know if there's a real human behind the music you love.

Audio / Video     Rachit Agarwal     April 30

Your Google TV experience is about to get chaotic with a dedicated YouTube Shorts feed

Google has announced a dedicated "Short videos for you" YouTube Shorts row is coming to Google TV home screens in the US this summer.

Audio / Video     Shikhar Mehrotra     April 29

DJI Mic Mini 2 lets you color-match your mic to your outfit

DJI's Mic Mini 2 arrives with swappable magnetic covers, voice tone presets, and a price that's nearly 40% cheaper than the original, but there's one catch if you're in the US.

Audio / Video     Rachit Agarwal     April 29

YouTube TV custom multiview lets you mix NFL Sunday Ticket with any channel

YouTube TV officially launched fully custom Multiview on April 28, 2026, letting subscribers mix any live channel, including NFL Sunday Ticket add-ons, into a four-stream view.

Audio / Video     Shikhar Mehrotra     April 28

The best headphone deals of 2026: big savings on earbuds, studio cans, and audiophile gear

Wireless headphones and earbuds are often on sale, and we here at Digital Trends know about all the best deals! Here’s 10 of the best markdowns for late spring 2025.

Audio / Video     Michael Bizzaco     April 28

From Audio to Home Tech: What to Consider This Mother’s Day

The shift toward over-the-counter hearing aids has changed how people approach hearing health. What was once delayed due to cost or complexity can now be addressed earlier, with devices that are easier to adopt and far more flexible in how they fit into daily life. This matters not just for older users, but for a […]

Audio / Video     D. Staff     April 28

LibrePods app, which lets AirPods play well with Android phones, finally ends its biggest hassle

LibrePods, the app that unlocks AirPods features on Android, is now easier to use with Play Store availability and reduced reliance on risky root access.

Audio / Video     Vikhyaat Vivek     April 28

Jabra Evolve3 85 review: I didn’t expect to love a business headset, but I changed my mind

Jabra Evolve3 85 blend an unexpectedly stylish design and luxurious build with class-leading calling experience, reliable audio quality, and wireless charging convenience. It's not for everyone, but for the right audience, it's nearly perfect.

Audio / Video     Nadeem Sarwar     April 27

Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2, Px7 S3, and Pi8 get new colors and they are summer-ready

Bowers & Wilkins has introduced new colorways across its Px8 S2, Px7 S3, and Pi8 lineup, bringing the total portfolio to 21 variants.

Audio / Video     M. Priyadarshini     April 27

Spotify wants to be your fitness coach with guided workout sessions

Spotify has launched a new Fitness hub, giving Free users access to curated workout playlists from top wellness creators, while Premium users unlock 1,400+ ad-free Peloton classes.

Audio / Video     Shikhar Mehrotra     April 27

Fire TV Stick HD quietly arrived with an adapter, but it’s not quite ready for Prime time

Amazon's new Gigabit Ethernet Adapter sounds like an upgrade for the Fire TV Stick HD, but there's a hardware catch worth knowing about.

Audio / Video     M. Priyadarshini     April 24

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