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sony wf 1000xm4 vs apple airpods pro ry 2

Best true wireless earbuds deals: AirPods, Beats, Bose, Sony

There are a lot of great wireless earbud deals taking place right now, and we've rounded them all up to make big savings easy to grab.
bose soundbar 500 black

Best Bose Speaker Deals: Save on soundbars and Bluetooth speakers

A person wearing the Go Hearing - Go Lite OTC Hearing Aids.

Best Buy just slashed the price of these OTC hearing aids to $169

Beats

Best Beats headphone deals: Save on Solo 3, Studio Buds, and more

A woman wearing the Bose QuietComfort 45 around her neck.

Best Bose headphone deals: Save on QuietComfort 45 and Earbuds II

HDMI eARC

I get more complaints about this tech than anything, but I can’t fix it

A Lionel Messi promo for MLS Season Pass on Apple TV.

Yep, Messi has made MLS Season Pass even more popular

Vizio V Series

This 75-inch QLED 4K TV is under $700 at Walmart right now

Paramount Plus logo on an Apple TV.

Best Paramount Plus deals: Get your first month free

A scene from Henry Danger on a Samsung QN90C.

What is the Soap Opera Effect? How to disable motion smoothing on your TV

Beats Studio Pro in sandstone seen with Apple AirPods Max in space grey.

Beats Studio Pro vs. Apple AirPods Max: which cans are best for Apple fans?

NFL Sunday Ticket info for YouTube TV as seen on a phone.

Verizon is giving away NFL Sunday Ticket for free

Close-up of earcup on Sony WH-1000XM5 wireless headphones.

Sony updates WH-1000XM5 with head-tracked spatial audio and better multipoint

Sony's flagship noise-canceling headphones get new features for spatial audio and Bluetooth Multipoint.
The Fluance RT81+ Elite turntable with a white speaker on a table.

Fluance’s new RT81+ flagship turntable is $300 worth of versatility

Canadian audio makers Fluance has launched a new flagship turntable, the affordable and upgradeable RT81+ Elite.
Spotify and Apple Music transfer on a smartphone.

How to switch from Spotify to Apple Music

You don't have to lose all those songs and playlists on your Spotify account when you switch to Apple Music. The process is easier than ever.
YouTube Music Logo.

What is YouTube Music? Everything you need to know

YouTube Music is a streamlined way to access YouTube's music content, with automatic playlists based on your preferences and much more. Here's what to know.
Spotify on an iPhone.

Spotify CEO says a HiFi option ‘has value,’ but only for ‘aficionados’

Spotify CEO David Ek threw another splash of cold water on any sort of HiFi plan, despite the company saying one was coming some two years ago.
Fox Sports Women's World Cup logo.

How to watch the 2023 Women’s World Cup

The FIFA Women's World Cup is set to take place this year in New Zealand and Australia. Here's how to watch every game.
Hisense U6K mini-LED TV.

Hisense’s mini-LED U6K TV arrives, starting at $500

Hisense has released the most affordable mini-LED TV you can buy – the 2023 U6K, which comes in 55-, 65-, and 75-inch sizes starting at $500.
Denon AVR-S770H AV receiver in black.

Denon’s small-room 8K AV receivers start at $549

Denon's newest AVRs offer 8K resolution and enough power for small- and mid-sized rooms, at prices that won't break the bank.
Airpods 2

These AirPods are discounted to $99 in Amazon’s back-to-school sale

Want some super easy to use earphones? The Apple AirPods (2nd generation) may be older but they offer all the essentials and they're on sale now.
Beats Flex

Beats Flex earbuds just had their price slashed to $49

The Beats Flex wireless earbuds, which are connected by a neck leash to prevent them from getting lost, are on sale from Walmart for $49 after a $21 discount.
The My Netflix section of the Netflix app on an iPhone.

New My Netflix tab looks to make streaming on the go a bit easier

Netflix has updated its mobile apps with a new My Netflix section that's aimed at making finding something to watch that much easier when you're on the go.
An iPhone with the Home section of the Spotify app on it.

Apple Music vs. Spotify: Which music streaming service is the best?

Spotify has long been the champ of music streaming, but Apple Music is hot on its heels. Who's winning the battle between these two music streaming services?
The Insignia 50-inch F30 Series 4K Smart Fire TV hangs in a living room.

Don’t miss your chance to get this 70-inch 4K TV for $450 today

Do you want a massive screen in your living room? Then you shouldn't miss this chance to get the 70-inch Insignia F30 Series 4K TV for just $450 from Best Buy.
Sony WF-1000XM5 in silver, charging case with lid open, sitting next to plants and rocks.

Sony WF-1000XM5 earbuds review: smaller is better

Sony's last flagship wireless earbuds were held back only by their substantial size. With the new WF-1000XM5, has Sony finally given us everything we wanted?
Spotify app library screen..

What is Spotify? Music, pricing, and features explained

Spotify is the most popular music and podcast streaming service today. Here's everything you need to know about it.
Apple Music with lossless audio music track playing on OnePlus 11 along with the OnePlus Buds Pro 2 in black color on top of a green cloth surface.

How much is Apple Music, and how can you get it for free?

How much does Apple Music actually cost, and how does it compare to the competition down to the bang for your buck? Here are all the details you should know.
A woman wearing the Bose QuietComfort 45 around her neck.

A big discount just landed on the Bose QuietComfort 45 headphones

The Bose QuietComfort 45 are stylish, comfy, and fantastic sounding headphones. They're on sale now at Best Buy. Here's why you need them.
Nakamichi Dragon Surround System Review

Nakamichi increases the price of its Dragon 11.4.6 soundbar

Nakamichi's Dragon soundbar packs monster audio quality and its monster price is about to become even scarier.
People watching sports on the 50-inch Vizio V-Series 4K TV.

Over 15,000 Walmart shoppers love this 50-inch TV, and it’s $90 off

The 50-inch Vizio V-Series 4K TV is a steal from Walmart for just $268, as it's one of the most popular options with more than 15,000 reviews and a high rating.
Spotify app icon on iPhone.

How much is Spotify Premium and can you get a deal?

Whether signing up as a student, splitting a family plan, or leveraging limited-time deals, there are several ways to get Spotify Premium at a discount.
Spotify Premium on an iPhone.

As expected, Spotify Premium is now more expensive

Most of Spotify's Premium plans are getting more expensive — the first price increase implemented by the company.
The Xgimi MoGo 2 Pro portable Andtroid TV projector.

Xgimi MoGo 2 Pro review: a mini, but mighty Android TV projector

The portable and versatile Xgimi Mo-Go 2 Pro Android TV projector is isn't the brightest on the block, but its automatic features make it a nomad's dream.

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Phil spent the 2000s making newspapers with the Pensacola (Fla.) News Journal, the 2010s with Android Central and then the personality behind Modern Dad, and is currently an editor with Digital Trends. Phil’s online work has taken him all over the United States, as well as Europe and Asia.

When he’s not writing, editing, or shooting video, Phil serves as president of the Pensacola Youth Soccer 501(c)(3) nonprofit, has worked on multiple local political campaigns and is a part-time photographer and videographer.

Phil is a native of Pensacola, where he resides with his wife, daughters and a dog named Max.

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