Why you can’t buy Car Thing, Spotify’s first hardware device
Spotify created a voice-activated, in-car device that lets you listen to music and podcasts. But Car Thing, as it is known, is not for sale. Instead, it will be used to gather data from a limited set...
View ArticleESPN Plus: Everything you need to know
ESPN's streaming service, ESPN Plus, arrived in 2018, but it isn't a replacement for your ESPN cable channels and it differs from other streaming apps in a few key ways. We answer all of your questions...
View ArticleHow to use Plex to manage and play all of your media, everywhere
If you want a Netflix-like experience for the media you already own, you need Plex. It's the free media center software that automatically catalogs and plays your movies, music, photos, and more, on...
View ArticleFCC filing leaks smaller Samsung Galaxy Home before the first one even launches
Samsung's promised entry into the A.I.-powered smart speaker race, the Galaxy Home, is still nowhere to be seen. But that isn't stopping the company from planning a follow-up device, which will be...
View ArticleThe best alternatives to the Powerbeats Pro (and they’re cheaper too)
The Beats Powerbeats Pro might be getting a lot of attention but at $250, they're also a serious investment. Luckily, there are plenty of great alternatives that are great for your workout and your...
View ArticleLG’s 2019 TVs slide Alexa next to Google Assistant, with Siri on the way
LG announced that Alexa will be coming to its 2019 lineup of ThinQ A.I. TVs, joining Google Assistant. Users will be able to control their TVs and smart home devices with their remote, no extra speaker...
View ArticleWhat is Android TV? Google’s smart TV software fully explained
Google's Android TV might not be a household name yet, but with growing support from brands like Sony, it will be soon. But what exactly is Android TV, how do you get it, and what are the benefits? We...
View ArticleWith tvOS 12.3, Apple’s TV app begins its platform-conquering journey
Apple's redesigned TV app experience is here, and it's on Apple TV, iOS, and even some smart TVs. But what exactly is this new experience and how is it different than Roku, Amazon, and others? We've...
View ArticleApple might add dual Bluetooth audio connections to the iPhone
Dual Bluetooth audio connections are already available on many Android phones. But so far, Apple hasn't added it to the iPhone. Rumor has it this could change, giving two sets of wireless headphones...
View ArticleBoasting only a faster processor, Apple hopes new iPod Touch will lure AR gamers
It's been so long since we got a new iPod Touch, expectations have been pretty high. Alas, Apple's seventh iteration of its popular portable media player gets a new brain, and more storage, but is...
View ArticleFuboTV set to stream every game of the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup in 4K
If you're eagerly anticipating this year's 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup, with the return of the triumphant U.S women's team, you should check out FuboTV. It's the only non-cable way to watch every game...
View ArticleBose’s new noise-canceling headphones make it easier for Alexa to hear you
The follow-up to Bose's QC35 II is here: The Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700. The new model improves the ability for your voice to be heard, making it easier for Alexa to understand what you're...
View ArticleTell Amazon Fire TV Recast which show to record and it does the rest
Amazon's Fire TV Recast, the OTA HD receiver and DVR, has some new skills: Expanded recording via external drives, and you can now record shows on multiple networks, instead of one; handy for when one...
View ArticleHow to supercharge your Sonos system with the Plex Media Server
Sonos is a fantastic music system, but there are some things it can't do on its own. Using the Plex Media Server as an add-on music source lets you expand your library and play more formats. Here's how...
View ArticleHow to use Apple’s truly wireless AirPods with every device you own
Apple's truly wireless AirPods make listening to music and making calls a breeze thanks to their wire-free design and Siri compatibility, but is that all they can do? Here's a comprehensive guide to...
View ArticleSpotify’s secret Social Listening feature could create global listening parties
In what appears to be a secret feature, Spotify is experimenting with Social Listening, letting friends invite one another to collaborate on music queues in real time both in person or from anywhere in...
View ArticleHow to use Apple AirPlay and AirPlay 2
Apple is famous for its simplicity, but that doesn't mean all of its technologies are obvious to use. Take AirPlay -- it's powerful, but also a bit tricky if you're new to it. We'll show you how to...
View ArticleUltimate Ears’ Wonderboom 2 Bluetooth speaker is a super summer sequel
Ultimate Ears is back with the Wonderboom 2, the company's follow-up to its tiny but mighty Wonderboom -- a rugged and portable Bluetooth speaker. It's got better sound, better battery life, and stereo...
View ArticleSpotify’s latest experiment is designed to boost podcast discovery
Podcasting has become a rich medium with hundreds of shows to choose from, so finding new shows can be a challenge. Spotify is looking into how it can fix that, and a new set of human-curated podcast...
View ArticleIkea creates a physical remote control for Symfonisk and Sonos speakers
Ikea's Sonos-powered Symfonisk wireless speakers are only weeks away, but we now know that Ikea will be selling a small, physical remote control for these speakers. It will let users play/pause, skip...
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