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LG updates its loud and proud XBoom party speaker lineup
Powerful amps, big woofers, colorful lighting, and IPX4 weather resistance highlight LG's new XBoom XL5 and XL7 party speakers.Now Streaming
The best movies to stream on Amazon Prime Video
TechHive's resident film critic names his favorite Amazon Prime Video original movies.Reviews
Dreametech H12 Pro review: a more convenient floor cleaner
This wet/dry cordless stick vacuum/mop combo cleans dirt and liquid messes in a single pass.News
LG announces prices for its 2023 wired OLED TVs
With CES well in the rear view mirror, we now find out how much LG's new and improved 2023 OLEDs will set us back.Reviews
Marshall Middleton review: Clarity, thump, and sonic excellence
The Marshall Middleton is one of the best mid-sized portable Bluetooth speaker we've heard. Given its IP67 protection from the elements, that's a minor miracle. On the downside, there's a steep price for all this excellence.Cord-Cutter Confidential
What's up with YouTube TV video quality?
Has YouTube TV video quality increased? It's hard to say.News
Sony finally unveils its 2023 TV and soundbar lineup
Five updates to the Sony Bravia XR lineup include a new QD OLED in the Sony Master series, three new mini-LED series, and a new full-array backlight series.Reviews
Jellyfin review: With this live TV DVR, you get what you pay for
Open-source enthusiasts will appreciate Jellyfin's over-the-air DVR service, but most other users should stay away.BrandPost Sponsored by NETGEAR
Poor WiFi performance and coverage? You need a mesh network
If you’re a power user who has a smart home full of connected devices, streams 4K video to an entertainment center, or uses WiFi for data-intensive work tasks, that extender will let you down. You need a mesh network.Reviews
Monoprice Monolith Audition review: The magic of wired speakers
In an increasingly wireless world, the Monolith Audition series of home theater loudspeakers makes a strong case for old-school speaker wires.Reviews
Sennheiser HD 660S2 review: New approach yields stellar results
Sennheiser's new open-back, audiophile-quality over-ear headphones deliver an awesomely open sound stage and are decided not neutral tuning.Reviews
Lorex 1080p Wired Doorbell Camera review: All the right notes
It doesn’t run on battery power, deliver the highest resolution, or offer the most advanced features, but it doesn’t require a subscription to record your visitors.Reviews
Backgroove BGCS-41 review: A stellar, yet affordable CD player
Turntables are all the rage, but CDs are an underrated format, and this outstanding player delivers pro-audio features at a stunningly low price.Reviews
TruSens Z-3500 review: Affordable air purification for large rooms
The relatively inexpensive TruSens Z-3500 is a smart air purifier for larger rooms and comes with a remote air-quality sensor, ultraviolet lighting to kill viruses, and a very good mobile app.Feature
Make the most of free streaming services with these 8 tips
Between Pluto TV, Tubi, The Roku Channel, and countless others, cord-cutters have plenty of options for free streaming. Here's how to make the most of them.News
Final ZE8000 earphones promise no-compromises ANC
The Final ZE8000 true wireless earphones with active noise cancellation feature a bold design that makes them stand out in a crowded earbud market.Reviews
SpotCam Eva Pro review: A budget-friendly 2K security camera
The latest Eva offers tack-sharp video, pan-and-tilt surveillance, and plenty of AI add-ons to customize the camera to your needs.Reviews
EarFun Air S review: Good feature set, performance for the price
These Bluetooth 5.2, true wireless earbuds sound good, support the aptX and AAC codecs, and deliver plenty of battery life. So, why aren’t we more excited?Reviews
Samsung reveals prices of its 2023 4K and 8K QLED smart TVs
Samsung has announced the pricing for its 2023 smart TVs. If you were expecting cheaper, you'll be a tad disappointed. There was also no mention of OLED or micro LED prices.How-To
How to eliminate—or at least minimize—Bluetooth audio lag
Bluetooth latency, if not compensated for, can ruin your viewing experience. Here's how to minimize or get rid of it.Reviews
Blink Wired Floodlight Camera review: Value-priced security
Blink's floodlight cam costs a whole lot lower than the competition from Ring and Nest, and it delivers more lumens of brightness than either of them.Reviews
Renpho Elis Solar Smart Body Scale review: No batteries needed
This budget-friendly smart scale needs no charging and no batteries. Plus, it delivers 13 body composition metrics and can be used by an unlimited number of accountsReviews
Ring Peephole Camera review: a video doorbell for renters
If you're a renter or live in an apartment or condo, this security camera is better than a video doorbell, because you don't need to drill any holes or pull any cable. You simply swap it for the existing peephole in your door.Reviews
Fluance RT81 review: A stellar entry-level turntable
The Fluance RT81 is a great turntable for beginners, one that can be upgraded as vinyl listeners moves up to higher-end amplifiers, speakers, and other audio components.Cord-Cutter Confidential
Save $50 on MLB TV with this hidden deal
The best MLB TV deal saves $50 on the full 2023 season.How-To
How to protect your privacy from streaming TV services
Four steps to disable smart TV snooping, streaming ad targeting, and data sharing.Reviews
Philips TAA6606 sports headphone review: For runners only
The science behind bone conduction headphones is fascinating, but this one doesn’t deliver great audio quality.News
Eufy launches the Mach brand of smart cleaning devices
The Mach V Ultra, a cordless stick vacuum/steam mop combo that cleans and sterilizes hard surface floors, is the the premium cleaning brand's first product.Reviews
PSB Alpha iQ review: The devil—and delight—is in the details
Good things come in small packages, and PSB Speakers’ diminutive wireless music system is a wonder.Reviews
The Tronsmart Halo 100 is a bangin' Bluetooth party speaker
This versatile little boombox is great for everyday use at moderate volume, but it really shines when you crank it up at a party.News
How to stream the Super Bowl without cable
Options abound for checking out all the match between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles on whatever screen you choose.Feature
The 20 best romantic comedies to stream on Valentine's Day
Find out if your favorite rom-coms made our list. We'll also tell you which services—paid ones like Netflix or free channels like PlutoTV—are streaming them.News
FuboTV promises no hidden fees, but there's a big one
FuboTV regional sports fees increase the price by at least $11 per month, despite "no hidden fees" marketing.Reviews
Brondell's Swash Thinline CL2200 is a slender bidet seat
This toilet seat incorporates a capable bidet without calling attention to itself.Cord-Cutter Confidential
Unbundling HBO Max and Discovery+ is a win for a la carte TV
Warner Bros. Discovery backtracks on killing Discovery+ after bringing its catalog to HBO Max.News
The HBO Max-Discovery+ merger is getting a rethink
A stand-alone version of Discovery+ will stick around following the debut of a "supersize" streaming service combining HBO Max and Discovery content.Reviews
The Spinn Pro coffee maker does it all
Satisfy your coffee cravings with this app-driven brewer's remarkable versatility.Reviews
Yale's great-looking Assure Lock 2 is saddled with a buggy app
Yale's new line of smart locks looks sensational and works with the big three smart-home platforms, but the app needs work.News
Sennheiser retools a classic headphone to deliver the HD 660S2
A replacement for Sennheiser’s highly respected open-back HD 600, the all-new HD 660S2 promises improved bass and more detail than its predecessor.Reviews
The comfy OnePlus Buds Pro are best for OnePlus users
OnePlus aims to give its users the same excellent experience Apple and Google offer with their in-house earbuds.News
Thermacell’s EL55 will repel mosquitoes while lighting your table
The latest portable device from the mosquito-repelling experts at Thermacell features a 200-lumen lamp and a rechargeable battery.News
KEF updates its R-series speaker lineup with noise-reducing tech
KEF’s Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT) promises to create an “acoustic black hole” that eliminates distortion.Reviews
TP-Link Tapo P125M review: A compact, Matter-certified plug
One of the first Matter-certified smart home products, the Tapo P125M is missing only one feature: Energy monitoring.Reviews
Andover Audio SpinStage review: Audiophile quality, great price
This phono pre-amp offers beautifully enhanced signal amplification for turntable fans looking to maximize their vinyl listening experience.Cord-Cutter Confidential
Soccer fans: How to stream MLS Season Pass at the lowest price
MLS Season Pass is now available, and there's an easy way to get a discount on the streaming service's full-season price.Reviews
Wiremold Cable Management Box: Tidy surge protection
Legrand’s surge protector hides the outlets and cables for up to eight AC power cords, but the resulting clutter-free view will cost you.Reviews
The Wyze Bulb Color BR30: An ultra-affordable smart floodlight
Give your downlights the color treatment they deserve, for as little as $11 per can.News
The Marshall Middleton Bluetooth speaker is ready to rock
The Middleton is the latest speaker from Sweden's Zound Industries, which builds speakers and headphones under license from Marshall Amplification.Reviews
B&W's Pi7 S2: Awesome sound quality, average noise cancellation
The superior audio brand offers great sound at a premium price, but the competition has better noise cancellation—and for less money.Reviews