Audio
The latest news and reviews of everything from headphones to music production.
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Spotify rolls out an audiobook-only subscription
Spotify is now offering a subscription tier just for audiobooks. It costs $10 per month and includes the same 15 hours of listening time as a Premium plan.
Kris Holt03.02.2024
7510075100Bose Ultra Open Earbuds review: Function meets fashion
Bose’s new open-fit earbuds are more of a fashion accessory than a wearable and come with some inherent trade-offs.
Billy Steele02.15.2024
AlphaTheta, formerly Pioneer DJ Corp, launches its first wireless DJ controller and speaker
AlphaTheta, formerly Pioneer DJ has come out of the gate swinging with its release of the portable Omnis-Duo ($1,499) all-in-one DJ controller and Wave-Eight ($899) speaker today.
Jon Turi01.25.2024
Wired headphones are about to have a mini revival
Wired USB-C headphones are nothing new. You can already find hi-res IEM cables with the connection. Finally you can buy an all-in-one version for hi-res lossless audio on any phone.
James Trew01.25.2024
8010080100Audio-Technica ATH-TWX7 review: Good earbuds with frustrating flaws
There’s plenty to like about the ATH-TWX7, including a robust set of features that brings a lot of convenience to your day. It offers solid sound quality and ANC, though a few of those tools could still use some fine-tuning.
Billy Steele01.25.2024
Apple will reportedly reward artists for offering music in spatial audio
Artists who offer their music in spatial audio on Apple Music might receive higher royalties starting next year.
Pranav Dixit01.23.2024
Bose Ultra Open Earbuds clip onto your ears and cost $300
Bose's new wireless earbuds have a crazy-looking clip-on design.
Billy Steele01.19.2024
Bluetooth Auracast is everywhere at CES 2024. So, what is it?
Everything you need to know about Auracast, part of Bluetooth LE Audio.
Billy Steele01.12.2024
Next-gen MEMS ultrasonic solid-state earbud drivers will deliver the bass
xMEMS' Cypress will be a massive improvement for what MEMS drivers are capable of doing for wireless earbuds.
Billy Steele01.11.2024
Sennheiser Momentum Sport earbuds bring heart rate and body temp sensors to your workout
Sennheiser updated its flagship Momentum line with a new true wireless model while also debuting a tech-filled set of fitness earbuds in the Momentum Sport.
Billy Steele01.11.2024
Sennheiser Momentum 4 and Momentum Sport hands-on: Excellent sound in two very different earbuds
Our first ears-on time with Sennhesier's Momentum True Wireless 4 and Momentum Sport earbuds.
Billy Steele01.10.2024
Audio-Technica ATH-TWX7 earbuds hands-on: Great audio, compact design and a call quality test
Our first look at Audio-Technica's latest true wireless earbuds: the ATH-TWX7.
Billy Steele01.10.2024
Jabra debuts listening mode quick toggles for the Elite 10 and Elite 8 Active earbuds during CES 2024
Jabra said on Tuesday it will roll out new features and enhancements for its Elite 10 and Elite 8 Active wireless earbuds, which launched in late 2023. The updates, set to roll out in two waves, include improvements to ANC, call clarity and performance in windy conditions.
Will Shanklin01.10.2024
Sennheiser Accentum Plus headphones swap buttons for swipe touch controls, but keep the 50-hour battery life
Sennheiser is once again trying to bridge the gap between affordability and premium features with the Accentum Plus at CES 2024.
Billy Steele01.09.2024
Victrola's latest streaming turntable, the Stream Sapphire, costs an eye-popping $1,499
Victrola's latest streaming turntable works with Sonos, Roon and any Universal Plug and Play devices.
Nathan Ingraham01.09.2024
LG S95TR and SG10TY first look: Two takes on wireless Dolby Atmos for home theater
Our first look at LG's 2024 soundbar lineup, including the 9.1.5-channel S95TR.
Billy Steele01.08.2024
JBL brings its touchscreen smart case to three new wireless earbud models
JBL's touchscreen "smart case" will be available on three new wireless earbud models in 2024.
Billy Steele01.08.2024
JBL covers the headphone gamut with six new models at CES 2024
JBL's annual headphone dump returns to CES.
Billy Steele01.08.2024
Samsung's Q990D soundbar has the one thing the 2023 version didn't: HDMI 2.1
HDMI 2.1 support and two new listening modes top the spec sheet for Samsung's Q990D premium soundbar.
Billy Steele01.08.2024
Samsung Music Frame hands-on: A speaker to match your Frame TV
If you're looking for speakers to match your Samsung Frame TV, the company has you covered with the Music Frame.
Billy Steele01.08.2024