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Fire TV Live guide: How channel surf like a pro
An in-depth guide to using the Fire TV Live guide.News
Sony’s HT-AX7 portable theater system has removable speakers
If you’ve ever wanted a Dolby Atmos-style soundbar experience for your phone, laptop or tablet, then Sony has the product for you.Cord-Cutter Confidential
Hollywood screwed up on streaming, now they're making you pay
Streaming services are getting worse, and it's not your fault.Best Picks
Which music streaming service delivers the best experience?
If you think every service has the same catalog, the same resolution, and the same features, you're in for some big surprises.News
Tidal queues up a price hike for its HiFi tier
The price of Tidal’s standard HiFi plan is going up to $10.99 a month, a $1-a-month price hike.News
Cheaper Walmart streaming player with Google TV on the way
Documents detailing a new 1080p-capable Google TV streaming player from Walmart's Onn brand just hit the FCC.Reviews
Cielo Breez Lite review: Air-conditioner remote control for less
If you can live without a few advanced features, you can convert your stand-alone air conditioner or mini-split into a smart appliance for a song.Reviews
Sony's SRS-XV800 is a tower of power
This super-loud Bluetooth party speaker can also put on a colorful light show. And it's so massive it's equipped with wheels to make it easier to move.How-To
Digitize your vinyl records for portable streaming
LPs have made a massive comeback, and some rare tracks aren't on any streaming service. Here’s how you can listen on your phone, in the car, or anywhere!News
Telly TV users might be charged a fee for blocking second screen
If you sign up for one of Telly’s free dual-screen, ad-supported TVs, you best not cover the secondary screen that displays the ads.How-To
Confused by Alexa's light rings? Here’s what the colors mean
The indicator lights on your Echo speaker can flash in seven different colors. Here’s what they’re trying to tell you.News
Tidal: FLAC is now our ‘preferred’ high-res format, not MQA
One of the biggest proponents of the troubled MQA audio format now prefers the open-source FLAC codec instead.Cord-Cutter Confidential
Younify is a streaming TV guide that actually works
Younify pulls your watchlists and recently watched shows from your Netflix, Hulu, and other accounts into a single menu.News
Is live CNN coming to Max?
Max might be getting its first live TV programming in the form of CNN news coverage, according to a report.News
Android TV gets a Shop tab for movie purchases and rentals
Now there’s a new way to browse for and purchase movies on Android TV devices.News
Paramount+ dumps a slew of shows as it merges with Showtime
"Inside Amy Schumer" is among the shows and movies that have been wiped from Paramount+'s library of titles. Also gone: an animated Star Trek series.News
Skullcandy shows off 5 new water-resistant Bluetooth speakers
Ranging in price from $30 to $80, all five speakers boast Bluetooth 5.3 radios and can withstand submersion in up to three feet of water for 30 minutes.Updated
The best home weather stations
Home weather stations are getting more accurate and sophisticated all the time. Follow our buyer's guide to find your own personal meteorologist.Feature
New Paramount+ with Showtime plan arrives: What to expect
Paramount+ has whittled its four streaming plans down to two, including one that bundles Showtime. Here’s what’s changing, including pricing.Reviews
Davis WeatherLink Console review
Davis' modern weather station console is good for a first effort, if a bit rough around the edges.Best Picks
Best smart smoke detectors
Smart smoke and carbon monoxide detectors don’t just sound the alarm, they also alert your smart phone and more.Reviews
SimpliSafe Essentials review: Fundamental, hassle-free home security
This revamped SimpliSafe system brings DIY security to the masses, although it limits you to using SimpliSafe’s gear.Reviews
SimpliSafe Smart Alarm Indoor Camera review: A major step up
Subscribers will appreciate this long-overdue alternative to the older SimpliCam, which offers the option of operating on either AC power or its internal battery.Reviews
SimpliSafe Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Detector review: Better at false alarms, but a hassle to disarm
Modest upgrades and a better design make this smoke detector only a little more attractive as an add-on to a SimpliSafe smart home security system.News
Is Netflix phasing out its ad-free Basic plan?
Less than a year after rolling out an ad-supported tier, Netflix is doing away with its ad-free Basic tier in Canada. Will other countries lose the Basic plan too?News
TP-Link’s Tapo brand launches Matter-compatible smart lighting
The in-wall Tapo Smart Wi-Fi Dimmer, Smart Wi-Fi Light Switch, and Mini Smart Wi-Fi Plug connect to your Wi-Fi network and are Matter certified.Reviews
Final Audio ZE8000 review: Wildly different, exceptionally good
The industrial design is polarizing, and noise cancellation plays second fiddle to fidelity, but the Final ZE8000 are among the best ANC earbuds on the market.News
These 5 Max shows might be heading to Netflix
Some of the most legendary HBO shows on Max may soon be available on Netflix, too.Cord-Cutter Confidential
Make the most of Max with these tips
HBO Max has become just Max. Here's how to navigate it.News
Amazon Prime Day 2023: Everything you need to know
Amazon’s big two-day shopping event is due next month, and we're expecting discounts on Echo devices, robot vacuums, security cameras, and more.News
Nanoleaf's 4D TV-synching backlight is ready for its close-up
Preorders begin soon for the Nanoleaf 4D, which uses a camera to sync the colors on your TV screen with an included LED light strip.News
Govee’s dual-lens, TV-syncing backlight now fits even bigger TVs
The Envisual TV Backlight T2 kit from Govee now accommodates TVs up to 100 inches, while also adding new vivid and black-screen modes.Best Picks
The best smart TVs for every budget
There are plenty of great smart TVs. Our guide cuts through the alphabet soup to tell you everything you need to know to buy the one that's right for you.Reviews
Samsung QN900C review: Everything looks better with 8K res
Want sharp details? Samsung's 8K QN900C mini-LED TV plays 8K natively and upscales lower-res content. It's also bright and colorful, with excellent contrast.Cord-Cutter Confidential
Struggling to cut the cord? Don’t overthink it
How to quit cable TV in three easy steps.Updated
Why pay for Paramount+ when you can get it free?
How to get Paramount+ for free with coupon codesReviews
Shure Aonic 215 Gen 2 review: A pro-quality in-ear headphone
These outstanding wireless in-ear monitors are versatile and upgradeable.News
Amazon's 'Hey Disney' assistant finally arrives for U.S. Echo users
A joint effort between Amazon and Disney, the custom-built "Hey Disney" voice assistant is now generally available—for a price.News
Google's Nest Cam and Nest Doorbell get image quality tweaks
A software patch from Google adds key image quality improvements to the battery-powered Nest Cam and Nest Doorbell, including better HDR.News
Thumbing its nose at Matter, Zooz announces 3 new Z-Wave kits
Z-Wave missed the Matter bus, but that's not stopping Zooz from using the technology in kits for smart home security, leak detection, and garage-door control.Cord-Cutter Confidential
Yes, those free Paramount+ codes still work (for now)
The process for getting Paramount+ for free has recently changed. Here's what you need to know.News
WiZ debuts new filament bulbs, outdoor lamps, and downlights
Fresh from announcing its first security camera, WiZ is back with a trio of smart lights for both indoor and outdoor use.Reviews
Tapo C325WB review: Full color night vision, no lighting required
TP-Link's new outdoor security camera can capture full-color images in low light without the need for spotlights or floodlights.Updated
Vivint expands into smart lighting with unique switches and bulbs
The company’s new offering is based on Zigbee-based smart bulbs and smart switches that make for easy retrofitting; no new electrical wiring is required.News
Loxx Boxx delivery box runs on battery power, cellular connection
Its all-steel construction sounds attractive as well, but its $2-and-up monthly subscription fee might be less attractive.News
Skullcandy's Rail ANC earbuds offer noise cancellation for less
Skullcandy's latest earbuds pack ANC, a voice assistant, and personalized audio for a hair under $100. A cheaper, non-ANC version of the Rail is also on tap.Reviews
Laifen Swift Special hair dryer review: Elite performance for less
The Laifen Swift Special high-speed hair dryer delivers fast drying times, negative-ion technology, and a winning industrial design for far less money than its direct competitor.News
The next Sonos Move hits the FCC with a key improvement
A new version of the Sonos Move appears set for release later this year, complete with a feature borrowed from the Sonos Roam and Era speakers.Reviews
EarFun Air Pro 3 review: ANC earbuds ready for tomorrow
These buds boast Bluetooth 5.3 support, including the new LE Audio and LC3 codec in addition to AAC and aptX Adaptive.News