Simon Cohen
Contributing Editor, A/V
Simon Cohen covers a variety of consumer technologies, but has a special interest in audio and video products, like whole-home music systems, true wireless earbuds and headphones, 4K HDR TVs, and surround sound technologies like Dolby Atmos. He has written for Ozy.com, Mobilesyrup, Driving.ca, and VentureBeat, and appeared as a guest tech expert on international TV and radio programs, including BBC Radio, CTV News Channel, and CBC Radio. He is currently a full-time contributor to Digital Trends' Audio/Video section.
Hed Unity review: Are Wi-Fi headphones really $2,000 better?
The Hed Unity — the first Wi-Fi-enabled headphones — deliver the goods. But a sky-high price and under-developed features will keep them from mainstream appeal.
The most innovative headphones and earbuds of 2023
2023 saw lots of great new wireless headphones and earbuds, but only three of these products were truly innovative.
1More’s PistonBuds Pro Q30 look like great budget buds at $50
1More's new wireless earbuds focus on ANC and sound quality at a very affordable price.
Fiio KB3 infuses a mechanical keyboard with a hi-res DAC
Fiio's KB3 is an RGB mechanical keyboard that includes an audiophile-grade DAC and two headphone jacks.
The best wireless headphones for 2023 from Bose, Sony, 1More and more
Can you get great sound quality and wireless freedom in the same set of headphones? Absolutely. These are the best wireless headphones you can buy right now.
The ultimate guide to Dolby Atmos: what it is and how to get the best possible sound
Dolby Atmos can be a great surround sound experience. But just because your gear bears an Atmos label, that doesn't mean you've got Atmos sound. Here's why.
How to get Amazon Fire TV working on a hotel room television
Your Amazon Fire TV Stick is your gateway to all of the best streaming media on the planet, and it's easy to set up on a hotel TV. We explain how to do it.
JBL Authentics 300 review: portable power, retro style
JBL's Authentics 300 portable Wi-Fi speaker can run two voice assistants simultaneously, but how do its other features compare to Sonos – the current Wi-Fi king?
Harman buys audiophile darling Roon
Like Sonos on steroids, Roon is the music management and multiroom solution favored by audiophiles, and it's now owned by JBL's parent company, Harman.
Wireless earbuds case won’t charge wirelessly? Try this fix
Got a set of wireless earbuds that simply won't recharge when you drop them on a wireless charger? This might help.
YouTube TV: plans, pricing, channels, how to cancel, and more
YouTube TV plans come in a single flavor — $73 a month. But one of the leading streaming options also has a number of optional add-ons available.
Wiim’s new amplified streamer mimics the Sonos Amp, for $299
The Wiim Amp is the latest network music streamer from Wiim to take the Sonos formula and make it far more affordable.
Sonos headphones to make 2024 debut, and a video streaming device is set for 2025
In addition to the widely rumored Sonos wireless headphones, the company is planning a Roku-like set-top box, according to Bloomberg.
Astell&Kern’s latest mobile DAC gets dual outputs, AKM chip
Astell&Kern has joined the ranks of companies making portable headphone DACs with both balance and unbalanced outputs.
Hisense teases 110-inch, 10,000-nit TV ahead of CES 2024
Hisense's 110UX will be the brightest consumer TV ever made when it debuts at CES 2024.
Senic MoodPlay review: a fun but pricey toy for the Sonos fan who has everything
Senic's MoodPlay is like a digital turntable for Sonos, giving you access to your favorite music with a tap of a card.
Sharp’s promised Roku OLED TV is now available and deeply discounted
Sharp has released its promised OLED-powered Roku TV in both 55- and 65-inch screen sizes.
Your next noise-canceling earbuds may use Navy sonar tech
Next-gen driver technology from xMEMS uses ultrasound technology developed in the 1960s by the U.S. Navy.
Amazon Fire TV Soundbar review: surprisingly immersive
Amazon's new Fire TV Soundbar might not be an actual Fire TV device, but it delivers decent sound for the money.
Ultimate surround sound guide: DTS, Dolby Atmos, and more explained
Surround sound is a great add-on to any TV setup, but the jargon is enough to make you dizzy. From DTS to Dolby Atmos, we demystify the tech and its terms.
JLab jumps into hi-res and Bluetooth LE audio with $200 Epic Lab Edition earbuds
JLab's latest wireless earbuds promise its best audio quality yet, with hi-res support and compatibility with Bluetooth LE Audio.
Creative’s Aurvana Ace are the first wireless earbuds to use MEMS drivers
Creative's Aurana Ace and Ace 2 wireless earbuds will be the first to use drivers built like microchips when they start shipping in December.
Guess how much this tiny Porsche Design speaker costs
Porsche Design's new portable Bluetooth speaker is tiny and rugged, but its price is anything but small.
Can curved speakers make TV dialogue easier to hear?
Soundfun's $300 Mirai Speaker has two curved-diaphragm drivers that it claims can enhance dialogue and create better sound for everyone.
Master & Dynamic MW09 earbuds review: wireless objects of desire
Master & Dynamic's MW09 are gorgeous noise-canceling wireless earbuds that sound out of this world.
The hidden costs of buying a 4K TV are way higher than you think
It's a great time to buy a 4K TV. But if you want 4K quality, count on spending a lot more every month.
Soundcore Motion 300 review: great sound, even better price
Soundcore's Motion 300 might be similarly equipped to other Bluetooth speakers, but its price and sound set it apart.
Plex is now a social media platform for movie and TV fans
Plex's new Discover Together feature lets you add your friends on the platform so you can see, share, and comment on your shared love of movies and shows.
Soundcore’s first open-ear earbuds come with an optional neckband
Anker's Soundcore brand has entered the open-ear earbuds race with two new models, including the AeroFit Pro, which has hi-res, spatial audio, and a neckband.
Earfun Free Pro 3 wireless earbuds will make you question Apple’s prices
Earfun's Free Pro 3 once again challenges the notion that you need to pay big dollars for big wireless earbud features.
Klipsch takes on Marshall with three new portable and rugged Bluetooth speakers
Klipsch has added three new portable and rugged Bluetooth speakers that bear a striking resemblance to three of Marshall's models.
B&O’s latest speaker is a love letter to aluminum
Bang & Olufsen's Beosound A5 portable wireless speaker is now available in an all-aluminum finish with 3,500 floating discs.
Samsung Galaxy Buds FE review: a rare case of Android envy
Samsung's most affordable noise-canceling wireless earbuds are so good that it's a shame they only make sense for Android users.
Best noise-canceling earbuds for 2023: from Sony, Soundcore, Jabra, and more
Are you looking for a set of noise-canceling earbuds, but you're not sure where to start? We've picked the best models for every activity and every budget.