The best Alexa speakers
Whether it's for the home, or something you want to carry along on a trip, we rounded up the best Alexa speakers for any occasion.
Sony’s HT-A9 promises fully immersive Dolby Atmos from four wireless speakers
Sony is taking a new approach to home theater sound with its four-speaker HT-A9 system, while the HT-A700 provides a more traditional soundbar design.
The 2020 Tokyo Games will be the first in Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos
The 2020 Tokyo Games will be historic in many ways, but for those watching from home, they'll be the first to be broadcast in Dolby's Vision and Atmos formats.
Sonos Beam vs. Sonos Playbar
You can't go wrong with a Sonos soundbar, but how to choose between the big and bold Playbar, and smaller, smarter Beam? We put them head-to-head to find out.
One of the best Dolby Atmos soundbars is 30% off for Prime Day
There's nothing like getting a truly good deal on Prime Day and we can assure you, this is one of them: The Vizio Elevate Dolby Atmos soundbar is just $680.
Apple HomePod Mini review: Finally, the smart speaker Apple needs
Apple failed to make an impression with the original HomePod, but the HomePod mini is poised to change that.
Amazon Echo Dot (3rd Gen) with Clock review: The time is now
The Amazon Echo Dot (3rd Gen) with Clock shares many outstanding features with past iterations, but now it gains the convenience of displaying the actual time.
Why Apple makes you use AirPods Pro for Dolby Atmos movies
Apple's spatial audio support for Apple Music works with all types of headphones, but when it comes to video, it's a decidedly different story. Here's why.
Soundbars vs. speakers
The type of audio solution you go with is determined by sound quality, room type, and connectivity.
Vizio 2021 soundbars go big on Dolby Atmos and HDMI eARC support
Vizio has unveiled its full lineup of 2021 soundbars and we're breaking down the features, specs, prices, and more for all of the company's new models.
Belkin SoundForm Elite Hi-Fi review: Finally, a smart speaker with utility
It's not every day you find a smart speaker that does more than play music, which is what makes the Belkin SoundForm Elite Hi-Fi very unique in the space.
Bang & Olufsen unveils ultra-rugged, portable Bluetooth speaker
Known for the type of sleek, high-end audio equipment that gets featured in Hollywood films, Bang & Olufsen took the rugged route with Beosound Explore.
JBL Bar 5.0 Multibeam soundbar review: Add a little Dolby Atmos to your life
If you're looking for a small, simple single speaker to give your TV the oomph it's missing, the Dolby Atmos-capable JBL Bar 5.0 Multibeam is the answer.
Sonos Arc review: A solid soundbar for the Dolby Atmos era
The $799 Arc is Sonos' first Dolby Atmos-capable soundbar, fulfilling years of customer requests. Now that it's here, does it deliver? Here's our full review.
Software update adds height audio control to Sonos Arc soundbar
Owners of Sonos' Arc Dolby Atmos soundbar can now take control over height channel volume instead of having the Sonos software set the levels automatically.
Awesome ferrofluid-filled speaker visualizes your music with alien-like goop
What happens when you put magnetic liquid inside a speaker and start playing music? An artist in Korea built his own rig to find out.
7 things you didn’t know Alexa could do on an Amazon Echo smart speaker
Your Amazon Alexa smart speaker is jam-packed with features, many of which are lesser-known but incredibly useful.
5 things you didn’t know your Google Assistant smart speaker could do
Google Assistant smart speakers have a lot of features you might not know about, like the ability to listen for breaking glass.
Amazon Echo Studio vs. Apple HomePod
Trying to choose between Amazon's Echo Studio and Apple's HomePod? We spill the beans on which device sounds best and which will fit your digital music life.
Apple to ditch its HomePod smart speaker but stick with mini version
Apple is done with its pricey HomePod smart speaker, choosing instead to focus on the smaller and cheaper HomePod Mini device.
Got a song you love on your Echo? Alexa users can now share it with friends
Amazon's new feature lets you share your favorite music with friends. When listening to a song, just say "Hey Alexa, share this song" to beam it to a contact.
Monoprice sets a new low price for Dolby Atmos soundbars
Monoprice has just released the SB-600, a $450 soundbar package that promises 5.1.2 Dolby Atmos performance. It's a new low price for a wireless surround setup.
What is 8D audio, and how can you experience it?
Appearing recently out of nowhere, 8D audio is suddenly all over YouTube. But what is this mysterious audio format and why do you need headphones to hear it?
Denon’s Dolby Atmos Home Sound Bar 550 takes versatility to a new level
There's no lack of soundbars on the market, but Denon is throwing its hat into the Dolby Atmos ring with the multiroom- and Alexa-capable Home Sound Bar 550.
Vizio M-Series 5.1 soundbar shows up as a Costco exclusive for $300
Vizio continues to release its 2021 soundbar models, including the $1,000 Elevate and the newest addition, a $300 5.1 M-Series model that is only at Costco.
Wonder Woman 1984 will mark HBO Max’s 4K HDR debut
HBO Max has an enviable catalog of content, but the absence of 4K, HDR, or Dolby Atmos has been a problem. A hotly anticipated DC movie debut could change that.
Sonos releases microphone-free Arc SL Shadow Edition soundbar for $750
Sonos appears to be selling a microphone-free version of its Dolby Atmos-capable Arc soundbar for $750 -- $50 less than the regular Arc.
The best Cyber Week Bluetooth speaker deals for 2020
Final hours: Cyber Week Bluetooth Speaker deals are the best discounts on speakers from top brands like Bose, Marshall, and JBL. Grab 'em before they're gone.
The best Cyber Monday smart speaker deal you can shop today
The Google Nest Mini is frequently discounted throughout the year, but today's Cyber Monday deal brings it down tremendously to make it an irresistible buy.
TCL Alto 8+ soundbar with Fire TV down to just $75 for Black Friday
Black Friday soundbar deals are here and we've found an exceptionally low price on the TCL Alto 8+ soundbar that doubles as a 4K Fire TV streaming media player.
This waterproof Bose bluetooth speaker is $79 at Staples for Black Friday
Blast your favorite Christmas music this holiday season with the Bose SoundLink Color II, now just $79 for Black Friday.
I didn’t think the HomePod mini could replace my soundbar — but it did
Sometimes you need better audio than your TV can muster. The HomePod mini provides exactly that, while also serving as an able replacement for soundbars.
Ampere’s Shower Power Speaker is completely powered by the flow of water
The new Shower Power speaker by Ampere is made out of 100% recycled ocean plastic and is powered entirely by your shower itself.
This TCL soundbar and subwoofer combo is a must-have at only $129
Get the TCL Alto 7 + 2.1 Channel Home Theater System with wireless subwoofer, originally $200, for just $129 at Walmart.