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At a glance Expert’s RatingProsSpectacular reproduction of musical detailCompelling industrial designAwesome road caseConsHeadband might be too tight for large headsIncluded cable only has a 1/4-inch connectorPriceyOur VerdictIf you’re into the incredi…

Philips Hue’s color A19 smart bulbs are gorgeous, powerful, and crazy expensive, which is why we’re calling out this enticing Black Friday deal on Hue’s color A19 three-pack. On sale for $89.99, a steep $45 discount on the standard $134.99 price tag, t…

Looking back on 2022, this was a year in which many cord-cutting heroes became villains. Nearly every major streaming service raised prices in an attempt to finally profit on years of pandemic-assisted growth. Some of them (including Netflix) also intr…

Long viewed as an also-ran in the streaming video market, Peacock is about to roll out a feature that could help get it back into the game: 24/7 access to local NBC affiliates. As reported by The Streamable, Peacock Premium Plus subscribers will be abl…

As promised earlier this year, the Philips Hue Bridge, a hub that connects Hue lights and accessories to your router, is now certified for Matter. The Hue Bridge still needs a software update to make your Hue lights work with Matter, and that update is…

Nanoleaf has unveiled four upcoming lights that will support the nascent Matter standard, including a color A19 bulb and a light strip. Part of Nanoleaf’s Essentials line, the new bulbs will arrive in “early” 2023, according to Nanoleaf. In the meantim…

At a glance Expert’s RatingProsStraightforward setupDistinctive sci-fi designLush, immersive soundConsApp required for setup and use is iOS onlyLuxury experience commands an ultra-luxury priceOur VerdictThese ultra-premium wireless speakers leave the c…

If you’re thinking of buying a smart scale, you might not know exactly where to start. There are some familiar brands in the market—and some that are less well known—and a huge range of prices and claims. Should you go for a big name? Spend big or save…

Just watched the YouTube trailer forStar Trek: Picard? You can now jump right into the show without switching apps, with Google announcing that such premium video channels as Paramount+ and Showtime are available on the venerable streaming platform. Go…

At a glance Expert’s RatingProsUnparalleled voice control featuresPowerful remote; the “Recents” button is a revelationSuper-fast app load timesConsThe home screen is a disasterUpscaling isn’t a major improvementCosts more than most other high-end stre…