The best bone conduction headphones for 2023
Bone conduction headphones can make working out easier and safer. Here, we've rounded up our favorite models from brands like Shokz and H20 Audio.
Got a PS5? Here’s how to get 6 free months of Apple Music
Apple has partnered with Sony to offer six free months of free Apple Music streaming for anyone with a PlayStation 5 console.
The best projectors for 2023: from 4K to ultra short throw
Home theater projectors can deliver an awesome big-screen experience, offering some of the most impressive visuals out there. Here, we've rounded up the best.
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.
The best waterproof wireless earbuds for 2023
If you're planning on sweating a lot or getting rained on or splashed while listening to your music, this list of the best waterproof earbuds is for you.
Sonos all but teases what may well be headphones in 2024
Sonos CEO Patrick Spence teased a new product coming in 2024 that'll be part of a multiyear product cycle in a multibillion-dollar category.
YouTube’s enhanced 1080p video now available on more devices
You can now finally get enhanced 1080p bitrates on YouTube videos ... on something other than an iPhone. Huzzah.
The tech behind U2’s mind-bending, spherical reality in Las Vegas
U2 is no ordinary rock band, and the Sphere in Las Vegas is no ordinary venue. We look at what went into making its immersive residency a reality.
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.
HDMI ARC or digital optical: what’s the difference, and which is best for you?
HDMI ARC and optical are the two go-to connections for sending digital sound from one device to another, but is there a difference between them? Let's find out.
HDMI 2.1: what it is and why your next TV should have it
HDMI 2.1 is here, but there are still plenty of questions to be answered. In this guide, we cover the current version while discussing the future of HDMI.
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.
Sony’s new PlayStation earbuds are a perfect match — for my Nintendo Switch
Sony's Pulse Explore wireless earbuds are built with PlayStation 5 and PS Portal in mind, but they're a better match for the Nintendo Switch OLED.
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.
You Asked 10: picture calibration, best budget buys, and premium small screens
Why do sports look so terrible on TVs? Why don’t manufacturers calibrate their TVs at the factory? We dive in to this and more in this episode of You Asked.
JBL PartyBox Ultimate speaker review: there’s no party it can’t power
The JBL PartyBox Ultimate is the company's biggest and loudest party speaker yet, but its sound is remarkably clean and its Wi-Fi connectivity gives it an edge.
ESPN+: Live sports and more you can’t get anywhere else
ESPN Plus offers so much more than the mainstream sports and shows on the cable network. Here's everything you need to know about the streaming service.
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.
Roku Ultra LT streaming box just had its price slashed to $34
Add the Roku Ultra LT to your home theater and save big along the way with this early Black Friday at Walmart.
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.
Combined Disney+/Hulu app to launch in beta in December
Disney CEO Bob Iger says the combined Disney+/Hulu app will launch in beta in December, and in full in March 2024, to give parents time to set things up.
YouTube TV still leads after latest round of streaming numbers
YouTube TV and Fubo are showing a good bit of growth, while those in the middle of the pack seem to just be happy to be there.
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.
SiriusXM reboots satellite radio with new app, features — and price
New apps, new platforms, new shows, new channels and new talent is all a part of rebirth and reboot of SiriusXM satellite radio in the modern streaming world.
Tubi adds professional basketball to its free roster
Tubi is adding two days of professional basketball coverage to its already impressive streaming roster.
Spotify Premium adds 200,000 free audiobooks for U.S. subscribers
You'll only get 15 hours a month unless you want to pay more, but free audiobooks on Spotify are free audiobooks on Spotify.
Sony Bravia A95L QD-OLED TV review: the best of the best
Sony has done it. We can confidently say that the A95L is the best consumer television of 2023, full stop.
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.
Best headphones for running for 2023: JLab, JBL, Shokz, and more
A great pair of running headphones can withstand the sweat and still sound sweet during your workout. We've assembled the best choices for all budgets.
Best cheap headphones and earbuds 2023: Jabra, 1More, and others
Did you know that cheap headphones can actually sound good? Here's a list of the best budget headphones that look, feel, and sound like higher-priced pairs.
Best earbuds for making phone calls for 2023
Want to quickly narrow down the options for the best earbuds for making and taking phone calls? Here's our list of the top picks, with pros and cons for each.
Best Sony headphone deals: Save on top headphones and earbuds
If you're searching for Sony headphone deals, you should hurry and take a look at our roundup of the most attractive offers that are still available right now.
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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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