Google Pixel Buds A leak teases cheaper wireless earbuds to fight AirPods 3 By James Archer last updated 7 April 21 A new leak has detailed the Google Pixel Buds A, which could launch with a budget price and two color options
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 just leaked — and could be cheaper than AirPods 3 By James Archer last updated 6 April 21 Samsung's next pair of wireless earbuds could be the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2, according to references in its mobile app.
Totally Rated: Fortnite Season 6 is here and meet a killer Xbox Series X headset By Roland Moore-Colyer published 26 March 21 The latest Totally Rated episode has the lowdown on the Xbox Wireless Headset, Lenovo's ThinkPad X12 Detachable, and what you need to know about Fortnite Season 6.
Panasonic reveals super-slim soundbar to take on the Sonos Beam By James Archer last updated 30 March 21 Panasonic has revealed the SC-HTB490 soundbar, a slimline TV speaker complete with a space-saving subwoofer.
Sonos just got a killer Hi-Res Audio upgrade — including for the Sonos Roam By James Archer published 25 March 21 Sonos speakers finally have a Hi-Res Audio streaming service, with Qobuz delivering 24-bit music
Google Pixel Buds 3 launch coming soon — and it’s getting this big upgrade By James Archer published 25 March 21 It looks like the Google Pixel Buds 3 has gone for FCC certification, with documents hinting at better Bluetooth and a 2021 release.
Forget AirPods Pro — these stunning wireless earbuds have double the battery life By James Archer last updated 26 March 21 The Master & Dynamic MW08 true wireless earbuds are coming this month, with a luxe metal-and-ceramic design and upgraded active noise cancellation.
This AirPods Pro rival offers noise cancellation — for nearly $200 less By James Archer published 23 March 21 The AirPods Pro just got a new cut-price rival, as the Edifier TWS NBQ launches with active noise cancellation for nearly $200 less than Apple's earbuds.
Forget Google Nest Hub 2 — Apple could be working on its own smart display By Tom Pritchard published 23 March 21 Apple could have its own smart display in the works, so Amazon and Google better watch out.
Sony speakers with 360 Reality Audio coming to challenge Dolby Atmos By James Archer published 23 March 21 The Sony SRS-RA3000 and SRS-RA5000 are the first speakers to support 360 Reality Audio and they're coming next week.
Want better MacBook Pro audio? Check out this smart dongle By Ian Morris published 22 March 21 Avoid the perils of cheap PC audio and consider this external headphone DAC from Astell & Kern
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro tested as a hearing aid — here are the results By James Archer published 22 March 21 The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro and its Ambient Sound mode could be a less effective but much cheaper alternative to hearing aids.
This ‘zero-lag’ soundbar could be the perfect PS5 companion By James Archer published 19 March 21 Along with Dolby Atmos and Hi-Res Audio support, Bluesound's Pulse Soundbar Plus can cut down lag in console gaming.
Forget Tesla — this electric car is world's first with Dolby Atmos sound By Roland Moore-Colyer published 18 March 21 Watch out Tesla — this eclectic car comes with Dolby Atmos and huge power
Sony’s new 5.1 soundbar can connect wirelessly to Bravia TVs By James Archer published 18 March 21 Sony has revealed the HT-S40R, a new 5.1 soundbar system with wireless connectivity throughout — including cable-free connections to certain Bravia TVs.
Apple AirPods 3 launch date just leaked — here's when to expect it By James Archer last updated 15 March 21 The Apple AirPods 3 could launch later than expected, as noted analyst Ming-Chi Kuo suggests production won't begin until the second half of 2021.
Forget AirPods 3: These new earbuds have a killer hi-fi mode By James Archer published 12 March 21 Cambridge Audio has released the Melomania 1 Plus, its latest true wireless earbuds, with an exciting app-based hi-fi mode.
Forget AirPods Pro: Huawei’s new earbuds deliver noise cancellation on the cheap By James Archer published 12 March 21 The Huawei FreeBuds 4i offers active noise cancellation for a fraction of the AirPods Pro's price, though you won't be able to get it in the U.S.
AirPods 3 leaks show earbuds without key AirPods Pro feature By James Archer last updated 12 March 21 The latest Apple AirPods 3 leaks appears to show the upcoming earbuds with a new design, though you should take them with the usual pinch of salt.
Nothing reveals Concept 1 wireless earbuds — and they look like a transparent AirPods Pro By James Archer last updated 12 March 21 Nothing, OnePlus co-founder Carl Pei's new company, has revealed a concept design and release date for its first product: a pair of wireless earbuds.
Qualcomm Snapdragon Sound promises to fix the biggest problem with wireless headphones By James Archer published 4 March 21 Qualcomm revealed Snapdragon Sound, a set of hardware and software upgrades that could cut latency and improve audio quality when using your phone with a pair of wireless headphones.
Samsung’s new flagship soundbar is a surround sound monster By James Archer published 3 March 21 Samsung's 2021 soundbars will come with AirPlay 2 support, along with automatic room calibration, Alexa and Dolby Atmos features.
Spotify HiFi beats Apple Music to the punch with lossless streaming By James Archer last updated 25 March 21 Spotify HiFi is coming this year, bringing together lossless music streaming — watch out, Apple Music.
New Sonos speaker: Release date, leaks and what we want By James Archer last updated 17 February 21 Sonos is seemingly working on a slimmer, lighter sucessor to the Sonos Move wireless speaker. Here's what we know so far, and what we'd like to see.
How to set up a soundbar on the Xbox Series X By James Archer published 12 February 21 How to set up a soundbar on the Xbox Series X and get immersive surround sound, including Dolby Atmos, from your games console.
How to play songs on your friends' Echo speakers with Amazon Alexa Music Sharing By James Archer published 11 February 21 Amazon has updated Alexa with a music sharing feature that lets you send songs to your friends' own Echo devices and Alexa apps. Here's how to use it.
How to set up a soundbar for your PS5 By James Archer published 11 February 21 Here's how to set up a soundbar for your PS5 and upgrade your in-game audio.
JLab takes on Blue Yeti with cheap microphones for gaming and streaming By James Archer published 10 February 21 JLab has launched the Talk series of USB microphones, offering an affordable alternative to professional mics for gaming, streaming and podcast recording.
New Sonos Move smart speaker could blow away Bluetooth rivals — here's how By James Archer published 8 February 21 Sonos is planning a less powerful but more portable successor to its Move wireless speaker, according to an FCC filing.
Hurry! AirPods just crashed to $119 at Amazon By Brittany Vincent published 6 February 21 Amazon is knocking $40 off the price of Apple AirPods, letting you pick up the wireless earbuds for their lowest price so far this year.