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New tech promises cheap audiophile earbuds
We don't typically cover audio components at the chip level, but this radical new technology from a company called xMEMS is just too interesting to ignore.Cord-Cutter Confidential
Live TV streaming services are blowing it on basic DVR
Cable alternatives such as YouTube TV make it hard to distinguish between DVR recordings and ad-supported video.News
IFTTT to pull Twitter applets for free users, add more restrictions
Starting later this month, IFTTT users with free accounts will be allowed only two applets, and they'll lose all access to Twitter applets.News
Amazon unveils new Echo Pop speaker, revamped Echo Show 5
The updated Echo Show 5 arrives with a faster processor and new speakers, while the affordable and semi-spherical Echo Pop comes in four colors.Reviews
Amazon Fire TV Omni QLED TV: Good image, great experience
Amazon's quantum dot Fire TV Omni TV delivers a good, if not extraordinary image. What sets it apart is its easy setup, intuitive interface, and voice remote.News
Eve's revamped Flare portable light adds Thread, Matter to follow
The latest version of Eve's globe-shaped portable lamp boasts a Thread radio, with Matter support on the way.News
Skullcandy debuts second-gen Crusher ANC 2 headphones
With these noise-cancelling cans, it really is all about that bass.Reviews
Aiper Seagull Plus review: This bigger bot isn’t necessarily better
This more powerful version of Aiper’s capable pool-cleaning robot has a bigger battery, but we found it wasn’t as capable as its smaller stablemate.News
Sonos app drops ability to play local Android music files
Later this month, Sonos users will lose a convenient way to play music tracks stored locally on their Android devices. Luckily, there are workarounds.News
Telly reveals its free dual-screen TV, complete with ads
The 55-inch 4K TV has a built-in soundbar, while a secondary screen along the bottom displays news tickers, sports scores, and more, plus ads.Reviews
Bruvi BV-01 smart coffee maker review
This stand-out machine's biodegradable pods deliver all the convenience of single-serve coffee without the worry that you might be poisoning the planet.Reviews
Samsung's S95C OLED TV delivers rich color, pure blacks
We love the S95C's velvety picture and richly saturated highlights–it's a top-three TV to be sure. But Samsung needs to up its image-processing and user interface game to beat the likes of Sony's A95K and LG's Evo G3 OLED TVs.News
Disney+ paints a bleak future for ad-free TV
Disney+ is raising prices for its commercial-free plan, while keeping prices the same with ads.News
WiZ jumps into home monitoring with its first security camera
Following its unveiling of smart bulbs that double as motion sensors, WiZ serves up a home security camera that can trigger "light alarms" to scare intruders.Opinion
Disney+, Hulu, and the consolidation of the big streamers
HBO Max and Discovery+, Paramount+ and Showtime, now Disney+ and Hulu. Will Peacock be the next streamer to get consolidated?Reviews
Philo streams live TV for less, but you get less
By cutting out broadcast and sports networks, the Philo streaming TV service provides cord-cutters lots of channels for not a lot of money.Feature
Walmart+ streaming benefits: Here's what you get
Besides free shipping and cheaper gas, Walmart+ members now get access to Paramount+ and other streaming services, but there are strings attached.News
Google rolls out Home app redesign, Matter support for iOS users
The long-awaited revamp of Google’s Home app will soon arrive, along with Matter support for the iOS version of the app.News
Google’s Pixel Tablet with Nest-style charging dock arrives in June
The Pixel Tablet and dock combo will cost $499 when it ships next month, making the package considerably less pricey than expected.News
Roku adds a security system to its smart home lineup
Expanding further into the smart home space, Roku is unveiling a home security kit complete with motion and entry sensors, an alarm, and a keypad.Reviews
Tested: Sanus for Sonos Era speaker stands
These sturdy, affordable speaker stands for the Sonos Era 100 and Sonos Era 300 are available in fixed and height-adjustable configurations.Reviews
Audio-Technica AT-LP2022 review: A mesmerizing tribute to vinyl
This limited-edition, see-through, 60th-anniversary turntable is worth celebrating.News
Disney+ dropping support for Roku 4 streaming player
Roku's original 4K streaming player soon won't be able to stream Disney+ videos, following Roku's decision to end OS updates for the aging hardware.News
Sony wants to help you rock the block with new wireless speakers
The plus-sized Sony SRS-XV800 Bluetooth speaker is a towering, battery-powered, wheeled behemoth. Sony also announced the compact SRS-XB100.Feature
Just what is Plex Pass, anyway?
Should you pay for Plex Pass? Here's everything you need to know before buying a subscription.News
A free, ad-supported TV? Don't laugh, someone's working on it
A hardware startup plans to unveil a TV that won't cost a dime, so long as you don't mind a second screen for advertisements.News
Google I/O 2023: Will the Nest dock make an appearance?
Google teased a Nest-style dock for its upcoming Google Pixel Tablet last year. Will the finished product take the stage at Google I/O 2023?Reviews
Defender Guard Pro 2K Wi-Fi review: The Wi-Fi needs work
Wi-Fi troubles are the major issue in this otherwise workable pan/tilt offering.Reviews
BenchSentry Connect: A smart delivery box
This Wi-Fi-connected box uses PINs based on your packages' tracking numbers and automatically locks after each delivery. What's not to like?News
Alexa can now keep tabs on your Uber Eats orders
Alexa will give you real-time updates on your Uber Eats delivery, including when your order is arriving and whether there are any changes.Cord-Cutter Confidential
Cut your cable bill without cutting the cord
Start using your TV provider's streaming apps instead of paying ridiculous equipment rental fees.News
Google TV devices just got a nice performance boost
A recent update for Google TV-powered streaming players adds a hibernation mode for background apps while also improving wake and response times.Reviews
Emporia's Vue Gen 2 tracks energy in both directions
This sensor-based system will track your home’s energy consumption. Attach solar panels and it will measure how much energy you generate, too.Reviews
Shure Aonic 40: Solid audio performance and ANC
You can crank up the Shure Aonic 40’s effective active noise cancellation in noisy environments, and ease off it for the best audio quality.News
Amazon Alexa now supports Matter over Thread
Alexa's support for the new, ecosystem-unifying smart home standard is no longer limited to Wi-Fi.How-To
How to check if your Google Nest Hub display is running Fuchsia
Your Nest Hub or Nest Hub Max may already be running on Google's new Fuchsia OS. Here’s how to find out if yours was updated.News
Abode smart home users can now integrate Google Nest devices
Google Nest thermostats, doorbells, and cameras can now be controlled from the Abode app alongside native Abode smart home devices.Reviews
U-Turn turntables go upscale with the Orbit Theory
A real wood plinth and a magnesium tonearm contribute to an elevated listening experience.News
Amazon will add more than 100 Prime Video titles to Freevee
"Reacher," "The Summer I Turned Pretty," "The Terminal List," and other Prime Video shows will soon land on Amazon's ad-supported Freevee service.News
Amazon appears to be prepping a third-gen Echo Show 5
A reference to a third-generation Echo Show 5 display has been spotted on an Amazon help page. Is a new version of the smallest Echo display on the way?News
Robot vacuum maker Neato Robotics is shutting down
The 18-year-old iRobot competitor is set to cease operations, but its parent company promises to support the brand's robot vacuums for at least five years.Reviews
EZVIZ H3 smart home camera review: Affordable price, 2K clarity
With crystal-clear resolution and multiple night-vision modes, this Wi-Fi home security camera captures high-quality video under all lighting conditions.Reviews
Sivga SV023: The best headphone you’ve never heard of
This open-back, over-ear headphone combines a memorable retro design with stellar audio quality to offer a compelling alternative to more familiar high-end brands.News
Dyson Zone air-purifying headphones now available in the U.S.
They might make you look like a Stormtrooper, but Dyson's space-age headphones are now on sale stateside, if you can afford them.News
Netflix lost 1M users in Spain after password-sharing crackdown
Netflix's password-sharing crackdown could pose serious risks from the streamer, if recent usage numbers from Spain are any indication.Cord-Cutter Confidential
Discover the secret features of your media streamer's remote
Need help navigating streaming apps? Don't neglect the press-and-hold technique. Your streamer's remote is capable of more than meets the eye.News
B&O's new Beosound A5 speaker supports Bluetooth and Wi-Fi
The luxury brand’s latest portable speaker, the Beosound A5, has a Bluetooth 5.2 radio, but it also supports AirPlay 2, Chromecast, and Bang & Olufsen’s own Beolink Multiroom technology.News
Ring's updated Indoor Cam adds a privacy shutter
The latest version of Ring's Indoor Cam marks the first Ring camera to come with a physical privacy shutter.News
WiZ's Matter update really matters for Apple HomeKit users
Adding WiZ lights to HomeKit with help from the new Matter standard is a pretty awesome experience.Updated