Audio & Video
This Japanese Hi-Fi Great Aims to Make Serious Home Theater Systems More Affordable
Yamaha is, without a doubt, one of the biggest names in home theater AVRs, with models →
What Does UHD Stand For When It Comes To TVs & Monitors?
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One of the Best Modern Amplifiers Just Got Even Better
Last year, Bluesound introduced a new-and-improved version of its Powernode streaming amplifier, which was last updated →
JBL just refreshed its touchscreen-equipped earbud line with better sound, ANC, and call quality — here’s everything you need to know
JBL has launched its new Live 4 series of earbuds, with three new pairs available from →
‘We’re aware of some issues right now’ — live updates as Spotify confirms outage, with thousands of users reporting that they can’t access the music streaming service
Refresh Party off So here’s a thing: it’s Spotify’s 20th anniversary today and that saw the →
Want a super-clear look at Sony’s upcoming super-premium new headphones? These new image leaks appear pretty official — and they look very Sony-meets-Sonos
New Sony The Collexion headphone renders arrive They show product very similar to WH-1000XM6 A few →
Spotify’s new mobile experience is like a supercharged Wrapped, taking you through your entire music history since your first stream — here’s everything it offers
Spotify has launched its new Your Party of the Year(s) mobile experience to celebrate its 20th →
This retro-inspired portable CD player looks super-sleek, has audiophile credentials including a headphones amp for spicier cans, lasts 12 hours, and offers Bluetooth, 3.5mm, 4.4mm and Coax output too
Shanling releases new, retro EC Play portable CD player Lightweight, but with many connection options Sells →
Apple quietly released the all-new AirPods Max 2 last month — and you can already score a rare $40 discount at Amazon
Apple quietly released the luxurious AirPods Max 2 just last month, and I’ve just spotted a →
This Hisense TV is my affordable TV pick for the World Cup — but this could be your last chance to buy it
As the World Cup approaches, you may be thinking that it’s time to upgrade your TV. →
Will micro-LED ever really replace OLED? The next-gen TV tech takes a blow as Samsung’s TV boss pulls back from investing in making it — it’s a bad sign, but will TCL and Hisense keep the flag flying?
Samsung is reportedly scaling back micro-LED TV production High production costs are an ongoing problem Facing →
This Affordable CD Player Takes Aim at Aspiring Audiophiles
Shanling has been making CD players for the last three decades, and, judging by its recent →
Dua Lipa brands Samsung ‘dismissive and callous’ as she sues the tech giant for $15m for using her photo on TV packaging without her permission
Singer Dua Lipa is suing Samsung for $15 million The lawsuit alleges the company used her →
The Smartest Way To Upgrade Your Home Theater Setup Without Replacing Everything
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Edifier M90 review: good jack-of-all-trade bookshelf speakers
Edifier M90: One-minute review When you get into audio, it quickly becomes clear that the best →
Samsung has a massive TV sale ahead of Memorial Day — up to $1,500 off top-rated 4K, QLED, and OLED TVs
Memorial Day is just weeks away, and Samsung is getting a head start by slashing prices →
I’m a certified TV calibrator, and I tested the LG C6 and LG G5 OLEDs side-by-side to see which is better value — and I was surprised by the result
I’ve now fully tested the LG C6, the brand’s mid-range OLED for 2026, and can say →
11 Cool New Gadgets to Keep on Your Radar
Another week down, and, per usual, a bunch of new tech and gadgets have been announced. →
I spent 10 days testing the iFi GO Link 2 — and this little DAC delivers an enormous audio upgrade for your phone or laptop audio at a great price
iFi GO Link 2 review: two minute review The iFi GO Link 2 is designed to →
Looking for a new Dolby Atmos soundbar in time for the World Cup? Here are my top 4 picks, with models from Samsung, Sonos, and Hisense
The 2026 World Cup starts on June 11, and while a lot of people will be →
TCL QM8L review: stunningly bright with amazing color range
TCL QM8L: Two-minute review The TCL QM8L SQD-Mini LED TV may be technically the company’s third-tier →
I tried the lossless audio test and couldn’t believe my ears. Can you really tell the difference between lossless audio and plain old MP3 versions of your favorite tunes?
A simple test can see how well you can recognize lossy formats using your own music →
A Respected Hi-Fi Company Just Reimagined Its Classic Audiophile Loudspeakers
Jamo is a Danish hi-fi manufacturer with a history of making high-end loudspeakers that dates back →
The Best New Gadgets and Hi-Fi Releases of 2026 (Updated)
Bose Lifestyle Ultra Speaker The Bose Lifestyle Ultra Speaker is the company’s new entry-level smart speaker →
A Japanese Hi-Fi Brand Just Made Its Retro-Style CD Player Way More Affordable
The Onkyo DX-390 is one of two CD players that the Japanese hi-fi company still makes. →
Ever wish for earbuds with the disc-style fit of Apple’s original iPod buds, but with hi-fi-quality sound and a USB-C cable? Then I’ve got great news for you — but don’t expect them to come in all-whi
Sivga unveils M260 wired earbuds with huge 14. 2mm driver They come in USB-C or 3. →
The Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 are some of the best headphones for endurance runners — and they’re now back to the Black Friday price at Amazon
If your runs are starting to push past the one-hour mark and into meatier endurance territory, →
Google TV is getting the exact home screen update you don’t want: more clutter — vertical social videos from YouTube will be piped right to your eyes along with the TV and movie recommendations
Google TV’s home screen will get a “personalized feed of snackable videos” New generative AI features →
I didn’t know you could do this hack in Spotify lyrics until now, and I’m truly astonished — but it’s only available to Android users, leaving us iOS minions on the back-burner
One of the most handy features to come from the best music streaming services are lyrics, →
A Surprising Tech Juggernaut Just Got Into Extreme Home Hi-Fi
Garmin just announced a high-end active speaker system for your home that can cost north of →