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Ultimate Ears Epicboom review: Big sound indoors and out

By Lee Dunkley last updated 29 September 23

The $349 Ultimate Ears Epicboom is the go anywhere Bluetooth music system with strong durability and big sound shaking up the portable speakers category.

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Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Mini review

By Lee Dunkley published 25 September 23

The Ambeo Soundbar Mini delivers impressive virtual Dolby Atmos sound from Sennheiser's smallest and easiest to set up soundbar yet, but you're going to want to pay extra for the sub.

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The best cheap Bluetooth speakers in 2023

By Lee Dunkley last updated 20 September 23

We've searched for the best value Bluetooth speakers under $100 — check out our roundup of best-sounding models for budget pockets.

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Best Sonos speakers in 2023

By Lee Dunkley last updated 18 September 23

The best Sonos speakers and soundbars you can buy right now

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Forget Sonos Move 2, the new Ultimate Ears Epicboom puts more boom in your room for less

By Lee Dunkley published 7 September 23

New Ultimate Ears Epicboom portable speaker with stereo sound and 17-hour playback could be an epic win for the best Bluetooth speakers category.

New Bang & Olufsen Beolab 8 is the best-looking Bluetooth speaker I've ever seen

By Lee Dunkley published 7 September 23

The new Beolab 8 speaker system may be expensive, but it's one of the world's most stylish designs and has all the right wireless smarts to be a favorite among audiophiles.

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I test music speakers — here are my 5 favorite systems for sound and style

By Lee Dunkley last updated 7 September 23

I've experienced some of the coolest audio systems in the world, and these are the most elegant music setups tried.

Sonos unveils Move 2 speaker with 24-hour battery life and stereo sound

By Lee Dunkley published 6 September 23

The Sonos Move 2 retains plenty of what we loved about the original but boosts battery life to 24 hours of continuous playback, and adds stereo sound and new color options.

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Sony SRS-XB100 Bluetooth speaker review

By Kate Kozuch last updated 24 August 23

This Sony SRS-XB100 Bluetooth speaker doesn’t skimp on sound quality and it compact and portable design makes and strong durability make it a winner for life on-the-go inside and out.

JBL Boombox 3 review

By Michael Gowan published 18 August 23

The JBL Boombox 3 is on the large side but has a wide sound and booming bass with plenty of power to rock any party — indoors or out.

Sonos Arc has a Dolby Atmos problem — what you need to know

By Malcolm McMillan published 14 August 23

Sonos Arc owners are reporting a loud ‘pop’ when Dolby Atmos turns on. Sonos is aware of the problem but doesn’t have a permanent solution yet.

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Sonos Move 2 reportedly coming in September — 5 biggest upgrades

By Malcolm McMillan published 3 August 23

The Sonos Move 2 is reportedly coming in September. Here are the five biggest rumored upgrades.

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Harman Kardon's 70th anniversary Bluetooth speakers get a modern twist — I want one

By Lee Dunkley published 17 July 23

Harman Kardon introduces three new speakers, and the striking Aura Studio 4 Bluetooth flagship with 360-degree sound and ambient light show is one of the most eye-catching I've seen.

I just tested the best portable Bluetooth speaker I've ever heard

By Lee Dunkley published 8 July 23

Getting extended bass from a tiny speaker can be a big design challenge, but Devialet is an audio master and this luxury portable delivers awesome amounts of energy with all kinds of beats.

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Best Dolby Atmos soundbars 2023: Top TV speakers with 3D sound

By Lee Dunkley last updated 6 July 23

Our pick of the best Dolby Atmos soundbars that bring the immersive sound of the movie theater to the home.

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Sony HT-AX7 hands-on: This weird Bluetooth speaker is actually pretty awesome

By Lee Dunkley last updated 6 July 23

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The Sony HT-AX7 portable Bluetooth speaker package creates an immersive sphere of sound ideal for smaller screens, and it looks like no other speaker system we've seen.

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Devialet Mania review: The high-end portable speaker that's big on bass

By Lee Dunkley last updated 3 July 23

The orb-shaped Devialet Mania Bluetooth speaker is a luxury portable aimed at high-quality audio fans. It delivers great sound and powerful bass, but there's a big catch.

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The Sonos Era 300 speaker sounds great, but the flagship Five is better — here's why

By Lee Dunkley published 19 June 23

I love the spatial audio capabilities of the new Sonos Era 300, but the flagship Five is still my favorite Sonos speaker.

Sonos Move 2 possibly revealed in FCC filing as release approaches — and it could get a serious upgrade

By Malcolm McMillan published 13 June 23

FCC documentation has been discovered for the Sonos Move 2, the next generation of Sonos' popular portable smart speaker. Here's what we know — including a potential connectivity upgrade.

Samsung HW-Q900C soundbar and sub pacakage in black on a beige background

Samsung's latest Dolby Atmos soundbar package looks set to be a big Sonos rival

By Lee Dunkley published 25 May 23

Samsung unveils 7.1.2 Dolby Atmos soundbar with room tuning to compete with Sonos Arc.

Tribit StormBox Blast in black on wooden work surface

Tribit StormBox Blast review: This Bluetooth speaker keeps the summer sounds rocking out all day long

By Michael Gowan last updated 23 May 23

This portable outdoor Bluetooth speaker has plenty of bling and big boombox-style bass to get the party started, and comes at a great price.

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Sonos speakers are getting a surprise downgrade for Android users — here’s 3 ways to get around it

By Malcolm McMillan published 16 May 23

Sonos is removing support for playing music locally on Android phones — a feature known as “On this device.” Here’s why that matters and three ways to get around it.

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The best cheap soundbars in 2023

By Lee Dunkley last updated 15 May 23

Low-cost soundbars tested and rated for sound quality, connectivity and ease of use. Find out which of these great budget buys is best at boosting TV sound.

The JBL Charge 5 rocked by an ocean wave

I test Bluetooth speakers for a living and these are the best for every budget

By Lee Dunkley published 6 May 23

These are my favorite portable speakers at every budget with long battery life and durability for all-day summer sounds.

Listing image of Majority Sierra 2.1.2 soundbar and subwoofer in a lifestyle setting with TV, cabinet, and sofa.

I test speakers for a living and this is the best cheap Dolby Atmos soundbar

By Lee Dunkley last updated 3 May 23

I lived with the Majority Sierra Plus 2.1.2 soundbar and wireless subwoofer for a month, and it's a spectacular TV sound upgrade at a great price.

One of my favorite JBL portable speakers gets Wi-Fi and Dolby Atmos upgrades

By Lee Dunkley published 2 May 23

Wi-Fi connectivity will bring hi-res streaming and Dolby Atmos support to upgrade select JBL portable speakers.

Bang & Olufsen just unveiled a stunning $1,099 Sonos Move competitor

By Malcolm McMillan published 27 April 23

Bang & Olufsen has launched the Beosound A5, a portable Bluetooth speaker with a stunning modular design and excellent spatial audio.

Anker Motion X600 offers portable spatial audio at an affordable price

By Malcolm McMillan published 25 April 23

The Motion X600 claims to be “the world’s first portable high-fidelity Bluetooth speaker” thanks to the inclusion of spatial audio.

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Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus review: Dolby Atmos sound in a small package

By Lee Dunkley published 18 April 23

Sennheiser's most affordable Dolby Atmos soundbar is phenomenal — but just a tad too expensive.

Sonos Era 100 and Sonos Era 300 in white on display at demo

Sonos Era 100 vs. Sonos Era 300

By Lee Dunkley last updated 27 March 23

The differences between the Sonos Era 100 and the Sonos Era 300 smart speakers explained.

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