Spotify adds subscribers, still hasn’t added high-res audio
Spotify managed to still add subscribers in the months following a price increase, but the streaming music service still lacks any kind of high-res audio.
Qualcomm’s new Wi-Fi chips are poised to revolutionize wireless audio
Qualcomm's latest chips for wireless earbuds and headphones add Wi-Fi connectivity, expanding wireless range and vastly increasing bandwidth.
Best headphones for 2023: Sony, Bose, Apple, and more
From budget-friendly to the best that money can buy, these are the headphones you should be shopping for.
The best noise-canceling headphones of 2023: Bose, Sony, and more
It's a noisy world, but our picks of the best noise-canceling headphones will help hush it for you while making music, podcasts, and other sounds even sweeter.
Crunchyroll now available on Amazon Prime Video Channels
Crunchyroll is one of the biggest and best ways to stream anime straight from Japan. And it's now available on Amazon Prime Video Channels.
Marantz’s CD 50n adds HDMI to a networked CD player
Marantz has combined CD playback, streaming audio, and an HDMI input in a single unit for folks who don't need SACD compatibility.
Samsung is having a sale on every size of the S90C QD-OLED 4K TV
The Samsung S90C is a QD-OLED TV and it looks stunning. See how gorgeous it is with a great discount at Samsung right now.
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones review: a new ANC and spatial audio king
It's been a long four years, but Bose has exceeded our expectations with the QuietComfort Ultra Headphones.
Sony’s best noise-canceling headphones just got a big discount
The Sony WH-1000XM5 noise-canceling headphones, which offer amazing sound quality and a battery life of up to 30 hours, are on sale from Walmart for just $325.
You Asked: streaming inequality, Dragon showdown, and holy grail TVs
In the seventh installment of our reader question series, we talk streaming service quality, TV FOMO, and an ultimate sound system showdown.
How to reset the TCL Q6 QLED Google TV
It's good to know how to reset the TCL Q6 Google TV — even if you hope you never have to do it. (Or at least do it very often.)
How to clean your speakers to keep them looking and sounding great
Making sure your precious speakers are clean and dust-free is one of the best ways to get the best out of them. Here's how to safely clean your speakers.
How to install banana plugs on speaker wire for easy connectivity
Upgrading your messy, raw speaker wire with clean, secure banana plugs is a great way to make for easy connectivity. Here's how to do it.
What is ANC and how do noise-cancelling headphones work?
You've probably heard of active noise-canceling headphones, but what do they do and how do they work? Give us a few minutes and we'll make you an expert.
The best headphones for swimming in 2023
Music is a must for any workout -- even swimming. Here, we've selected the best of the best watertight headphones.
How to reset an Amazon Fire TV remote in less than 2 minutes
If you need to reset your Amazon Fire TV remote, it should take just a button press and a couple minutes of your time.
Astell&Kern’s new headphone DAC is PlayStation-ready
The Astell&Kern HB1 Bluetooth DAC has two features that make it a great companion for hi-res fans who own PlayStation or Nintendo consoles.
How much does Netflix cost? A breakdown of the streamer’s plans
Netflix has made some sweeping changes to its plans and pricing recently. Is it still worth it? Check out our guide to Netflix plans.
Netflix is about to get more expensive, again
Netflix is increasing the monthly price of two of its plans in the U.S., U.K, and France, with other changes to come globally.
How to change the Amazon Fire TV Ambient Experience background
Amazon has a some wonderful options for backgrounds in its new Fire TV Ambient Experience. Here's how to experience them all.
Why do my wireless earbuds keep connecting when they’re in their case?
Why do wireless earbuds stay connected to your phone when they're in their case? And why do they sometimes connect by themselves? We have some answers.
House of Marley’s new earbuds make sustainability more affordable
House of Marley has always been big on eco-friendly designs, but the Little Bird wireless earbuds break new ground on affordability.
Tidal vs. Spotify: Which music streaming service has the features you need?
Spotify may be king of the streaming music world, but when it comes to audio quality, Tidal offers some big competition. Join us as we compare both platforms.
The best TV brands of 2023: from LG to TCL, which should you buy?
Anytime is a good time for a new TV! We've broken down the best TV brands on the market to help you decide which model should land in your living room.
The best open-ear earbuds and headphones for 2023
Want the convenience of wireless earbuds but don't want to block out the world? You want a set of open-ear earbuds. These are the best.
The Netflix Cup combines F1 and the PGA Tour in Las Vegas
It's official: Formula 1 and the PGA Tour are teaming up for The Netflix Cup — a nine-hole golf match teaming drivers with PGA Tour pros on November 14.
Xgimi Horizon Ultra projector review: dazzling Dolby Vision for under $2,000
The Xgimi Horizon Ultra projector somehow packs a bright and beautiful Dolby Vision-backed picture and a ton of features into a sleek, sub-$2,000 package.
YouTube rolling out some three-dozen new features this fall
Whether you're on a phone, a tablet, or in a desktop browser, YouTube has a number of new features headed your way to make binging video that much better.
SportsEngine Play adds streaming video for parents and pros
SportsEngine Play offers parents and coaches more live-streaming opportunities than ever before, along with professional instruction and developmental video.
What is Spotify? Music, pricing, and features explained
Spotify is the most popular music and podcast streaming service today. Here's everything you need to know about it.
You Asked: Sonos setups, 5,000 nits, and dumb TVs
In this installment of You Asked, we tackle tricky Sonos setups, how many nits of brightness is too many, and some smart ideas about dumb TVs.
TCL Q6 review: the price is right
The TCL Q6 is at the bottom of the top end of the manufacturer's lineup, with a price and experience that's plenty affordable.
This is as close as we’ll get to a dumb TV anytime soon
It's not quite what folks want in a true dumb TV, but that TCL gives you any option not to use the full Google TV system is a good choice to have.
Multiview almost fixes one of the biggest problems with YouTube TV
Channel flipping isn't as quick to do on streaming services, and maybe that isn't a bad thing. But Multiview almost makes for a perfect substitute.
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Phil spent the 2000s making newspapers with the Pensacola (Fla.) News Journal, the 2010s with Android Central and then the personality behind Modern Dad, and is currently an editor with Digital Trends. Phil’s online work has taken him all over the United States, as well as Europe and Asia.
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