Category: Audio & Video
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…
Nothing Headphone (1) review: so close to being the best headphones debut I’ve ever seen, but so far
Forget Prime Day – Amazon’s best Fire TVs are record-low prices already, and they’re approved by our reviewers
If you’ve been hankering after a Fire TV with a QLED or mini-LED panel, Amazon has just delivered deep discounts on two very impressive models way in advance of this year’s Amazon Prime Day. The biggest discount is on the biggest TV, the 75-inch Omni QLED. That’s down 48% from $1,099…. Check out the original…
Apple Music is celebrating 10 years with a personalized ‘All Time’ Playlist, and there’s a way for Spotify listeners to get in on the action
Apple Music has turned 10 and is letting users take a look back The Replay All Time playlist lets you see your top 100 tracks since you joined Apple Music It’s a nice throwback treat, and there’s a way for Spotify users to get a taste Time flies when you’re listening to some good music,…
A Respected Hi-Fi Maker Just Upgraded Its Affordable Desktop Amp
Topping is a hi-fi manufacturer known for its high-quality desktop components that are relatively affordable. In 2022, it released the DX5, a well-reviewed DAC, preamp and headphone amplifier, and now the company has released a next-gen model that has been redesigned inside and out. Meet the Topping DX5 II…. Check out the original article: [Gearpatrol]…
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12 Cool New Gadgets to Keep on Your Radar
Another week down, and, per usual, a bunch of new tech and gadgets have been announced. This past week, Pro-Ject teamed up with WiiM on a compact streaming amplifier, Leica released a gorgeous rangefinder to celebrate its 100-year history, and Garmin unleashed a rival to the Apple Watch Ultra. But that’s just scratching the surface…….
I’ve used this Bose Bluetooth speaker almost every day for half a year now – here’s why I can’t live without it
Summer is in full swing, and I have no doubt that many of you are on the lookout for a brand new portable speaker – one you can take on your adventures, to a family BBQ, or even to the beach. Well, good news! There are a ton of strong options to pick from, but…
