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Roon ARC review: We test Roon 2.0's most significant new feature
The latest update to Roon ARC, designed to complement the Roon server software, finally makes it an essential (though not yet perfect) complement to anyone’s Roon experience.
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LG's 2023 soundbars just shipped; here's what they cost
Unveiled at CES this year, the LG SC9 and LG SE6 will both sync their audio with the speakers on select LG TVs.
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Campfire Audio Orbit review: Earbuds that take music to the max
There's no active noise cancellation or strong microphones for great phone calls, but these earbuds deliver mind-blowing musical experiences at a great price.
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Samsung prices its 2023 QD OLEDs (mostly)
On the heels of its LCD pricing announcements, Samsung has finally revealed what five out of its six 2023 QD OLEDs will set you back
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iFi xDSD Gryphon review: One DAC to rule all the hi-res formats
This exquisitely musical mobile DAC/headphone-amp combo renders high-fidelity audio with remarkable detail and is worth every penny of its asking price.
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Amazon Echo Buds (2nd Gen) review: Alexa, try harder
Good design and tight Alexa integration don’t make up mediocre audio reproduction and ineffective noise cancellation.
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House of Marley Get Together 2 Bluetooth speaker series review
With this trio of exceptional speakers, the heirs of reggae legend Bob Marley prove eco-conscious manufacturing can produce great listening experiences.
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JBL Bar 1300X review: Wireless surround sound—with a catch
This soundbar's rear surround speakers operate on battery power, rendering them truly wireless. The tradeoff? You must remember to charge them.
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The Sonos Era series should cement the company's leadership
Sonos Era 100 and Sonos Era 300 feature Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth connectivity. The larger speaker delivers spatial audio from a single cabinet or a two-piece set.
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Platin Audio Monaco 5.1.2 review: Surround sound without wires
We put another WiSA-based wireless speaker system to the test and once again come away impressed.
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The iFi Go Link is a fantastic audiophile USB DAC/amp priced at just $60
It’s a wonder that iFi Audio can make a portable DAC and headphone this good, this small, and this affordable.
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LG updates its loud and proud XBoom party speaker lineup
Powerful amps, big woofers, colorful lighting, and IPX4 weather resistance highlight LG's new XBoom XL5 and XL7 party speakers.
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LG announces prices for its 2023 wired OLED TVs
With CES well in the rear view mirror, we now find out how much LG's new and improved 2023 OLEDs will set us back.
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Marshall Middleton review: Clarity, thump, and sonic excellence
The Marshall Middleton is one of the best mid-sized portable Bluetooth speaker we've heard. Given its IP67 protection from the elements, that's a minor miracle. On the downside, there's a steep price for all this excellence.
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Sony finally unveils its 2023 TV and soundbar lineup
Five updates to the Sony Bravia XR lineup include a new QD OLED in the Sony Master series, three new mini-LED series, and a new full-array backlight series.
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Sennheiser HD 660S2 review: New approach yields stellar results
Sennheiser's new open-back, audiophile-quality over-ear headphones deliver an awesomely open sound stage and are decided not neutral tuning.
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Monoprice Monolith Audition review: The magic of wired speakers
In an increasingly wireless world, the Monolith Audition series of home theater loudspeakers makes a strong case for old-school speaker wires.
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Backgroove BGCS-41 review: A stellar, yet affordable CD player
Turntables are all the rage, but CDs are an underrated format, and this outstanding player delivers pro-audio features at a stunningly low price.
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Final ZE8000 earphones promise no-compromises ANC
The Final ZE8000 true wireless earphones with active noise cancellation feature a bold design that makes them stand out in a crowded earbud market.
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EarFun Air S review: Good feature set, performance for the price
These Bluetooth 5.2, true wireless earbuds sound good, support the aptX and AAC codecs, and deliver plenty of battery life. So, why aren’t we more excited?
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Samsung reveals prices of its 2023 4K and 8K QLED smart TVs
Samsung has announced the pricing for its 2023 smart TVs. If you were expecting cheaper, you'll be a tad disappointed. There was also no mention of OLED or micro LED prices.
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Fluance RT81 review: A stellar entry-level turntable
The Fluance RT81 is a great turntable for beginners, one that can be upgraded as vinyl listeners moves up to higher-end amplifiers, speakers, and other audio components.
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Philips TAA6606 sports headphone review: For runners only
The science behind bone conduction headphones is fascinating, but this one doesn’t deliver great audio quality.
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PSB Alpha iQ review: The devil—and delight—is in the details
Good things come in small packages, and PSB Speakers’ diminutive wireless music system is a wonder.
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The Tronsmart Halo 100 is a bangin' Bluetooth party speaker
This versatile little boombox is great for everyday use at moderate volume, but it really shines when you crank it up at a party.
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Sennheiser retools a classic headphone to deliver the HD 660S2
A replacement for Sennheiser’s highly respected open-back HD 600, the all-new HD 660S2 promises improved bass and more detail than its predecessor.
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The comfy OnePlus Buds Pro are best for OnePlus users
OnePlus aims to give its users the same excellent experience Apple and Google offer with their in-house earbuds.
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KEF updates its R-series speaker lineup with noise-reducing tech
KEF’s Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT) promises to create an “acoustic black hole” that eliminates distortion.
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Andover Audio SpinStage review: Audiophile quality, great price
This phono pre-amp offers beautifully enhanced signal amplification for turntable fans looking to maximize their vinyl listening experience.
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The Marshall Middleton Bluetooth speaker is ready to rock
The Middleton is the latest speaker from Sweden's Zound Industries, which builds speakers and headphones under license from Marshall Amplification.
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B&W's Pi7 S2: Awesome sound quality, average noise cancellation
The superior audio brand offers great sound at a premium price, but the competition has better noise cancellation—and for less money.
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Sennheiser Ambeo Plus review: Convincing virtual surround sound
This soundbar delivers a compelling surround-sound experience from a single speaker enclosure.
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Victor Cosmopolitan 8-in-1 Music Center review: Play and digitize, too
This entertainment center handles a host of digitization chores and its appearance is a conversation starter. Its tape deck, however, is one of its weak spots.
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Victrola Music Edition 2 review: Visually brilliant, intolerably harsh
We’ve discovered that Victrola makes some excellent turntables and record players, so this Bluetooth speaker’s weaknesses surprised us.
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Apple takes another shot at high-end audio
Apple once again asks a premium price for a home audio device.
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Soundcore Rave Party 2 Bluetooth speaker review: Versatile and very loud
Anker's large Bluetooth speaker sounds great and can double as a karaoke machine or even a public address system.
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ATSC 3.0 in 2023: Why NextGen TV still needs another year
The latest on ATSC 3.0 NextGen TV, and why your current TV will still work for years to come.
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Audiolab 6000N Play music-streamer review
This high-end audio streamer delivers amazing high-res music to your home audio system, but it comes with some serious caveats.
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Creative Sound Blaster X1 DAC & headphone amp review
You can use this tiny DAC/headphone amp combo with almost any device, but you’ll want to use it with a Windows PC or Mac to unlock its full potential.
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The Brane X portable speaker knocked us for a loop at CES
This less-than-8-pound battery-powered portable speaker rattled our fillings.
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The best products we've seen at CES 2023
Wireless TVs, superb soundbars, security cameras for your car, tech for communicating with your pets, and more. CES was packed with great products.
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You might actually want a TiVo TV someday
TiVo OS preview: These smart TVs make sense of streaming.
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Victrola bows a lower-cost Sonos-compatible turntable at CES
The all-new Victrola Stream Onyx features the same connectivity features as the Stream Carbon, but with lesser-expensive components to reduce its price tag.
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Sennheiser's CES focus: New earbuds and hearing enhancement
The headphone specialist introduces an affordable entry in its wired-earbud line, the $150 Sennheiser IE 200, and shows new hearing-enhancement products.
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Dyson Zone air-purifying headphones: Hands-on at CES
These cans, coming to the U.S. in March, promise to tackle both noise and air pollution.
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Cleer debuts two wireless earbuds, portable Bluetooth speaker
The company unveiled an upgrade to its Arc on-ear earbuds at CES, plus new noise-cancelling earbuds and a rugged Bluetooth speaker.
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Samsung Display unveils new 2,000-nit RGB OLED panel
Samsung Display's 2022 RGB OLED panel was a huge hit, powering top-ranked Sony and Samsung TVs. This year's version offers significant gains in brightness and power efficiency.
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Focal’s Vestia speakers feature tweeters developed for its car audio line
The all-new Vestia line of loudspeakers includes three sizes of floorstanding speakers, a bookshelf speaker, and a center channel.
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Why Roku is making its own smart TVs
Roku will release its own smart TVs this spring. Here's why that makes sense for Roku.
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