Category: Audio & Video
Google Pixel Buds Pro review
Google Pixel Buds Pro. AttributesNotesRatingDesign and featuresWe didn’t like the insecure fit, but the spec-sheet is comprehensive. 4/5Sound qualityGood levels of ANC and a decent transparency profile, but the sound is acceptable at best. 3/5ValueWorth a look if Google smarts and ANC are top of your wish-list.…Read more
Samsung HW-Q930B review
Samsung HW-Q930B Review: Two-minute ReviewThe Samsung HW-Q930B is a big change for the company’s approach to Dolby Atmos soundbars. Historically only Samsung’s flagship soundbars have given you more than just the main soundbar and a subwoofer in the box. In some cases you’ve been able to add rear speakers to mid-range models as an optional…
Dolby claims two thirds of top 100 Billboard artists are now available in Atmos
The future of how we listen to music looks increasingly likely to be in immersive audio, after a report by Dolby claimed a growing rise in the amount of big name acts offering their music in its Atmos format. As reported by Music Ally, during a company financial earnings call (opens in new tab) earlier…
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It looks like the Sonos Sub Mini has been delayed until next year
Sonos has confirmed that it’s delaying the launch of a new product – which we think is the long-rumored Sub Mini – after a “challenging” quarter in which the company has been hit by the effects of currency fluctuations and inflation. Sonos spokesperson Erin Pategas confirmed to The Verge (opens in new tab) that “an…
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New wireless headphones offer Sony-level features for $60 – and I need to know how
I’ll get straight to the point: these $60 wireless headphones with ANC, multipoint connectivity and aptX are unbelievable. On paper at least, Monoprice has just nailed wireless over-ear headphones for 2022 and we can all go home. Our job here is done – particularly mine, as an audio specialist.…Read more
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro: everything you need to know
At Samsung’s Unpacked 2022 event, an exciting slew of Galaxy products has just dropped into our laps. The company’s brand new noise-canceling earbuds, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, are top of our list, followed by the Samsung Galaxy Flip 4 and Samsung Galaxy Fold 4 smartphones, plus the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 and Watch…
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You’ll never need to charge these new wireless earbuds – at least not with cables
Swedish audiomaker Urbanista has lifted the lid on a new pair of true wireless earbuds with a charging case that can run solely on solar power. Following the release of the Urbanista Los Angeles over-ear headphones last year, the brand has applied a similar design philosophy to its all-new Phoenix wireless earbuds, which promise to…
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