The Windows 10 Anniversary Update includes a handy new feature that lets you quickly change your audio playback device via the taskbar. Here’s how it works.
HDTV & Home Theater Podcast #747: Samsung HW-K450 Soundbar
Episode 747 of the HDTV & Home Theater Podcast takes a look at the Samsung HW-K450 Soundbar. Braden picked up this slim soundbar and subwoofer combo to enhance the audio for the kids room in the loft, and found that it delivered surprisingly nice sound for its $220 price tag.
HDTV & Home Theater Podcast #738: Interview with Gary Yacoubian of SVS
Episode 738 of the HDTV & Home Theater Podcast features an interview with Gary Yacoubian, President of home audio firm SVS Sound. Ara and Gary discuss the forthcoming Prime Elevation line of small but powerful speakers, high quality and affordable audio accessories, and the philosophy of what it means to be an “audiophile.”
Frankenspiel FS-X Bluetooth Speakers: Big Sound from a Tiny Package
Looking for something a bit different from a portable Bluetooth speaker? The Frankenspiel FS-X packs big sound and unique features into a tiny package. Check out our full hands-on review.
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Inateck BTSP-10 Plus Bluetooth Speaker: Decent Sound on the Cheap
Portable Bluetooth speakers are everywhere, but the challenge is finding one that offers good quality for a reasonable price. German electronics firm Inateck has just released the BTSP-10 Plus, a Bluetooth speaker that promises great sound for a fraction of the cost of its competitors. Check out our full review to see if Inateck’s latest offering is worth adding to your portable audio setup.
The Vanatoo Transparent One Speakers Blend Powerful Bass and Crystal Clear Highs to Perfection
The Vanatoo Transparent One speakers, the first from the company, pack incredible sound quality into a relatively small package. Read on for our full review.
Twelve South BassJump 2: Improved Sound with Great Looks
The built-in speakers in Apple’s laptops and all-in-one Macs have never been bad but, as the company moves towards thinner and thinner designs, the sound quality has never been great either. There’s only so much that audio processing can do to enhance small, shallow speaker drivers. While Mac owners have always had the option of using a set of external speakers or quality headphones, neither are a perfect solution. External speakers can be bulky and require several additional cables -…
Jambox 2.0 Update Adds Battery Life, Reduces Dropouts
Bluetooth accessory firm Jawbone announced a firmware update for its Big Jambox speaker Wednesday, adding a number of significant features including higher quality audio and longer battery life. The update is available as a free download for existing users from Jawbone’s MyTALK service.