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Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini 2 get Siri AI and audio upgrades
Apple's new streaming box and speaker bring hands-free Siri, better home theater sound, and desktop audio options to the living room and beyond.
Engadget · 2m
JBL Authentics 200 Smart Speaker Deal at Walmart
Score almost half off JBL Authentics 200 smart speaker at Walmart.
PCMAG · 1m
Sennheiser Momentum 5: premium sound at mid-range price
At $399.99, Sennheiser's new headphones deliver 57 hours of battery life and effective noise cancellation, undercutting pricier rivals while making few compromises.
TechCrunch · 2m
Meta Drops Cameras in New Smart Glasses
Meta's audio-focused smart glasses avoid camera controversy with no outward-facing cameras.
PCMAG · 1m
Bose's Ultra Open Earbuds hit 33 percent off
Bose's clip-on open earbuds are discounted as the company launches new models in the category it helped popularize.
WIRED · 1m
Beats 360 review: Customizable headphones capable of double duty
Apple's Beats launches over-ear headphones with swappable cushions for gym and everyday use.
Engadget · 2m
Meta launches Gen 3 Ray-Ban Meta glasses with style upgrades and price hike
Meta releases updated Ray-Ban Meta glasses with new styles and audio improvements but higher price.
Digital Camera World · 1m
Apple Watch Ultra 4 Beats Ultra 3 in Key Features
Apple Watch Ultra 4 wins health tracking and battery life over Ultra 3 at same $799 price.
PCMAG · 1m
Bose launches two new open earbuds
Bose releases the Ultra Open 2 and Sport Open earbuds as the open-ear category explodes.
Rolling Stone · 1m
Bose launches two new open earbuds to challenge Shokz
Bose releases upgraded flagship earbuds and a cheaper alternative to compete in the fast-growing open earbud market.
TechRadar · 2m
Bose's open earbuds get a serious upgrade
The second-gen Ultra Open Earbuds deliver better sound and battery life, while a new Sport model targets active users.
The Verge · 1m · 5 views
Spotify's Creative Lab Chief Lobbies for Sounds Over Screens
Kay Hsu argues brands miss the power of audio by chasing quick video clips and format trends.
Adweek · 1m
Wired or wireless speakers? Start with the room
Cables, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi each solve different speaker problems, and sound quality depends on more than the connection.
Engadget · 1m
EarFun Air Pro 4 earbuds drop to $53 at Amazon
An Editors' Choice pair of budget earbuds with lossless audio and 50dB noise cancelling is 33% off today.
PCMAG · 2m
Make your iPhone sound a lot better
A handful of settings in Music, Spotify and Accessibility change what you actually hear, no new gear required.
Engadget · 1m
AirPods 5: cheaper, and finally with volume swipes
Apple cut $30, added stem volume control, and made the best open-ear buds it has shipped.
The Verge · 2m
iFi hid a hi-res DAC inside a USB-C cable
The iFi Go Cable buries a full DAC and headphone amp in the wire, so the IEMs you already own can go hi-res.
TechRadar · 1m
A voice changer that fits in your pocket
Voicemod's $99.90 Key Pocket sneaks real-time voice changing onto iPhones and Androids, around the rules that blocked it.
The Verge · 1m
The best wireless earbuds of 2026
Great earbuds now span ten bucks to a thousand, and the sweet spot is not where you think.
Mashable · 1m
The best noise-canceling earbuds, tested on NYC subway platforms
One reviewer wore every top pair through traffic, gyms, and rush-hour crowds to find which ones actually block the world out.
WIRED · 3m
Why Apple still sells $19 EarPods
AirPods win on features, but Apple's cheap wired buds solve problems no wireless pair can.
Engadget · 1m
Soundcore's call-quality champs finally go on sale
The Liberty 5 Pro held $170 for months, and the AirPods 5 launch looks like the reason they finally cracked.
The Verge · 1m · 5 views
Pocket FM hits $500M as AI writes almost everything
An Indian audio startup made content 80x cheaper, and its revenue run rate doubled in a year.
TechCrunch · 2m
IKEA's Badkruka speaker wants your Spotify button
IKEA's new boxy Bluetooth speaker leans on Spotify Tap, stereo pairing and a price that undercuts the usual suspects.
TechRadar · 1m
Apple AirPods 5: Open-Ear Noise Cancellation for $129
Apple updates its entry-level earbuds with up to 50 percent better open-ear ANC, Siri AI integration, and stem volume controls.
Apple Newsroom · 2m
Razer’s Flagship ANC Gaming Headset Drops Below $170
Razer's BlackShark V3 Pro with active noise cancellation is currently discounted by nearly $100 at Woot.
The Verge · 1m
Earth Garden: Travel the Globe Through Audio
Discover Earth Garden, an interactive sound map that lets you listen to environmental field recordings from around the world.
The Verge · 1m · 8 views
The Best Labor Day Tech Deals Right Now
Score major savings on Samsung's flagship soundbar system, Sonos subwoofers, and top console accessories.
The Verge · 1m