
The Fascinating Truth Behind Those Little Rings on Headphone Jacks
No, they're not just for looks.

No, they're not just for looks.
By Tucker Bowe and Eric Limer

We break down the key differences between using Apple Music and Spotify on the Apple Watch.
By Tucker Bowe

Soundbars are easy. But if it's surround sound you're after, you'll want to take your money elsewhere.
By Tucker Bowe

Apple doesn't make black AirPods, but there are a few different ways you can get a pair anyway.
By Tucker Bowe

Sonos announced plans to enter a new multi-billion dollar product category by the second half of 2024. Most believe it to be headphones.
By Tucker Bowe

There's an entire category of wireless earbuds designed to get hot and sweaty. So how do you know if your earbuds are up to the task?
By Tucker Bowe

Skullcandy's new EcoBuds lead with sustainable design: Unlike most wireless earbuds, their case doesn't pack a lithium-ion battery.
By Tucker Bowe

The KEF LSX II LT is the vaunted brand's most wallet-friendly active speaker system to date. We dig into the pros and cons with an expert.
By Tucker Bowe

Including Victrola's newest "Works with Sonos" turntable, Samsung's speaker picture thing and JBL's newest portable Bluetooth speakers.
By Tucker Bowe

The modern definition of hi-fi is a bit ambiguous. Is it CD or vinyl quality? Or is it something even higher resolution than that?
By Tucker Bowe

We asked a number of musicians, audio professionals and vinyl lovers to share which records they still love listening to on vinyl.
By Tucker Bowe

Here are some of the most innovative, eye-catching and downright cool audio products released this past year.
By Tucker Bowe

If you have a Sonos soundbar or AVR system and are frustrated with your Apple TV's volume controls, change this setting.
By Tucker Bowe

Countless headphones and wireless earbuds get released each year — and we test most of them. These are our favorites from 2023.
By Tucker Bowe

Sonos is still the king of multi-room audio. But others like Apple (AirPlay 2) and Google (Chromecast) are catching up.
By Tucker Bowe

What are the most popular vintage receivers and amplifiers that people are still shopping for? We asked two hi-fi experts.
By Tucker Bowe

The Tivoli Audio SongBook boasts vintage flair, big sound and tactile appeal. It's also quite expensive for what it is.
By Tucker Bowe

There are more lossless music streaming services than ever: Apple, Tidal, Amazon, Tidal and Deezer (but still not Spotify). Here's how they all compare.
By Tucker Bowe

Ultimate Ears has announced its first truly new speaker in years. Meet the Epicboom.
By Tucker Bowe

If you bought new AirPods Pro in the last year, Apple recently upgraded them with some killer features.
By Tucker Bowe