Category: Audio & Video
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The Best New Gadgets and Hi-Fi Releases of 2025 (Updated)
FiiO K15 The FiiO K15 is a versatile DAC and headphone amplifier designed to be the central hub of your desktop audio setup. It features a flagship-worthy dual-DAC setup and boasts a powerful amplifier that is capable of driving a wide variety of headphones. It also has a dedicated preamp mode and supports streaming via…
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This Affordable Desktop Amp Is a Do-It-All Solution for Audiophiles
FiiO is fast becoming a prominent name in the budget-friendly hi-fi space. It’s known for high-quality portable audio players, DACs and desktop amplifiers, many of which are more affordable than you might think. Its newest component, the K15, is a versatile DAC and headphone amplifier (with a range of other modern features) that’s designed to…
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Hey Siri, are you alright? Disjointed ramblings with AI
All voice assistants have their idiosyncrasies, but Siri seems to be full-blown crazy at points, to the point I’m often tempted to boot the HomePod Mini out of the nearest window. I’m a big fan of Apple Home. I like the way it integrates into iOS, so I can have my most-used devices available in…
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A Japanese Hi-Fi Company’s Affordable Music Player Breathes New Life Into an Old School Audio Format
Maxell is a heritage Japanese audio and electronics manufacturer with a history dating back to the 1960s. Over the years, the brand has become synonymous with audio cassettes and other recordable media (including as VHS tapes, CDs and DVDs)— in fact, in 1966, Maxell sold the first cassette tape in Japan. And now, thanks to…
