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The rise of the soundbar has made it easier than ever to upgrade the audio for any TV, new or old. I’ve been testing home theater gear for many years, and can’t imagine setting up a TV without one.

The “sub crawl” is a little-known way you can optimize the placement of your surround sound system’s subwoofer. I rely on it whenever I get a new system to test or buy for myself. It can seem odd, but ...

User experience can make or break the success of any product. This is especially true for smart home devices. When a smart speaker doesn’t listen or the security system sends false alarms, users feel ...

Browsing HiFi sites can often make it feel like you need to spend thousands on a new system — but we've found a way to get great sound for a lot less.

In this creative DIY tutorial, learn how to make a speaker at home using simple materials and an OTG cable. Perfect for tech ...

Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Turn your Apple smart speaker into a smoke and CO alarm listener for free. Turn your Apple smart speaker into a ...

Sony's WH-1000XM6 are my pick for the best premium headphones of 2025. When I reviewed them, I found they excelled in almost every category. But one way I think Sony could improve even these fantastic ...

Thanks to Apple's Sound Recognition feature, the HomePod mini and second-generation HomePod can send you notifications when they recognize smoke or carbon monoxide alarm sounds. Keep reading to learn ...

To use Separate App Sound on a Samsung Galaxy phone, go to Settings > Sounds and Vibration > Separate App Sound, toggle it on, choose the app (e.g., Spotify), and select the audio device (e.g., ...

In the heart of the Chelsea district in New York City, the House of Sound opened in September of 2023. This showcase for audio brands in the McIntosh Group—McIntosh, Sonus faber, Pro-Ject, Rotel, and ...