The first-generation Sonos Beam delivers very good sound for a small soundbar, and comes with Alexa voice controls.

Polk Atrium 4 set the standard for wired outdoor speakers with a wide, balanced sound for under $200.

The Hisense U7G is a solid all-around TV, with good brightness and color, at a competitive price.

Despite some picture problems, the Insignia 4K Ultra HD Fire TV Edition delivers an enjoyable viewing experience thanks to Fire TV OS.

The Yamaha NS-AW150W outdoor speakers produce a bright sound with full vocals, at an excellent price.

The Toshiba C350 is a solid Fire TV, with good color, but doesn’t handle HDR content well.

The bright and sharp picture of the Sony Bravia X800H, along with its robust Android TV smart OS, make it one of the best mid-range TVs.

This Alexa-powered soundbar produces impressive bass without a subwoofer, though it lacks a truly wide soundstage.

The Beats Studio Buds is a tiny yet feature-stuffed set of wireless earbuds with very good sound — though it’s not good for calls.

The Samsung Q60T QLED TV costs less, adds Alexa and delivers sharp detail and bright colors — as long as you don’t push it too hard.

Samsung’s Q70T delivers good color and sharp images at a decent price.