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Spotify lyrics are back for free users
Spotify users who don't pay for a subscription can once again see lyrics for any song they listen to on the service.
Billy Steele07.30.2024
FiiO reboots the old-school portable CD player, minus the AA batteries
CD players are back, baby. As Gen Z absorbs the ‘90s it never experienced through retro nostalgia, audiophile brand FiiO is here to capitalize. The company’s new portable CD player, the DM13, builds on the old-school blueprint while adding modern conveniences like a battery you don’t have to change every hour.
Will Shanklin07.18.2024
JLab's Flex Open Earbuds are a $50 version of the Bose Ultra Open
JLab takes on the Bose Ultra Open earbuds with a $50 model that's more durable and has longer battery life.
Billy Steele07.02.2024
UE's Everboom speaker is a smaller, floatable version of its Epicboom
Ultimate Ears is expanding its lineup of portable speakers with the foldable Everboom. The brand is also updating several of its other models.
Kris Holt06.26.2024
Beats Pill speakers are back and have been redesigned from the inside out
Beats revives the Pill speaker with an updated design, re-engineered sound and more.
Billy Steele06.25.2024
JLab's new $70 sport earbuds let you change equalizer presets with a few taps
JLab has unveiled its latest set of spot earbuds. The $70 JBuds Sport ANC 4 offer 14 hours of listening, according to the brand, as well as onboard EQ controls.
Kris Holt06.25.2024
So long, Jabra earbuds, it's not your fault
Jabra isn't making earbuds anymore, but the company still built a respectable legacy.
Billy Steele06.13.2024
How AirPods Pro will know when you're trying to silently interact with Siri
More details now how Apple's upcoming Siri Interactions and Voice Isolation features will work reliably on AirPods Pro.
Billy Steele06.11.2024
Spotify’s HiFi plan could finally arrive this year, but you may need to pay extra
Spotify's HiFi streaming option may finally be available
Kris Holt06.11.2024
Spotify will start showing you personalized banners and messages based on your listening habits
The "My Spotify" initiative will show users home page banners and personalized messages within the app that contain information about their listening habits.
Mariella Moon06.11.2024
Jabra updated its Elite earbuds with an LE Audio case, improved ANC and more
Jabra updated its Elite 10 and Elite 8 Active earbuds with a streaming case, improved ANC and more.
Billy Steele06.11.2024
8510085100Sonos Ace headphones review: An impressive but incomplete debut
The first Sonos headphones are sonically impressive and the soundbar sync feature is easy to use. However, the Ace is expensive and it will be a while before it’s at its full potential.
Billy Steele06.03.2024
Sonos Ace headphones hands-on: Joining your home theater setup with the push of a button
Sonos' first headphones are finally here, offering premium design, solid features and home theater chops.
Billy Steele05.21.2024
8910089100Samsung HW-Q990D soundbar review: A small but significant update
Samsung's home theater powerhouse got the one thing it was missing, but not much else for this year's model.
Billy Steele05.10.2024
Sennheiser's Accentum True Wireless earbuds have an all-new design and ANC for $200
Sennheiser's Accentum True Wireless earbuds are $100 less than its flagship Momentum earbuds without cutting too many corners.
Billy Steele05.07.2024
Bose's SoundLink Max is its largest portable Bluetooth speaker with 20-hour battery life
Bose's largest portable Bluetooth speaker is built for the outdoors.
Billy Steele05.02.2024
Beats announces Solo Buds, $80 wireless earbuds with 18-hour battery life
Beats' latest earbuds have the longest battery life of any it has ever made. Plus, they're budget friendly at $80.
Billy Steele04.30.2024
7910079100Beats Solo 4 review: Upgraded audio, extended battery life and familiar design
Beats made significant updates to audio quality and battery life on the Solo 4, but the design is in need of a refresh.
Billy Steele04.30.2024
Airchat is the latest app trying to make 'social audio' cool again
There’s a new invite-only app going semi-viral among VCs, tech execs and other Silicon Valley personalities: Airchat.
Karissa Bell04.18.2024
LG's S95TR soundbar with wireless Dolby Atmos is now available for $1,500
LG's S95TR Dolby Atmos soundbar isn't cheap, but at least it includes a subwoofer and rear surround speakers in the box.
Billy Steele04.17.2024