Articles by Kevin Hunt
Bluesound’s new Hub welcomes turntables, other legacy audio sources
BluOS expands its ecosystem with its $319 hub, which is expected to arrive in June.
Goldring’s Eroica HX moving-coil turntable cartridge works with a moving-magnet input
The British manufacturer says its new cartridge can deliver higher vinyl audio performance without requiring listeners to upgrade all the rest of their gear.
Roku’s top-of-the-line streamer now comes with its best remote
The Voice Remote Pro will replace the step-down “enhanced” remote that originally came with the Roku Ultra.
YouTube TV unbundles with new standalone Spanish-language plan
Viewers can get the 28 plus-channel Spanish Plan for $35 a month or a Spanish Plus add-on.
Here’s who qualifies for free high-speed internet service
The Biden administration estimates 48 million households will benefit from the new government subsidies.
Rumored Xbox streaming device and Samsung app will bring games direct to TV
Is it a stick? Is it a puck? Microsoft is reportedly launching the streamer within the next 12 months.
Wondery+ becomes first in U.S. to offer Dolby Atmos podcasts
Blood Ties is among three series now available in the immersive sound format.
Google’s 2021 Nest Cameras, Doorbell now work with Amazon Alexa devices
With new Google Nest skill, you can view livestreams on Echo Show, Fire Tablet, and Fire TV.
Signs point to Disney+ joining Netflix in a password-sharing crackdown
For now, Disney is only asking about the practice in a questionnaire to its subscribers in Spain.
Hey, Sonos: What makes the speaker company’s new voice assistant different?
Report: Sonos Voice will arrive June 1 as part of a software update, serving as an alternative to Alexa and Hey, Google.
Roku moves to acquire a 20-percent stake in Starz
Teaming up with a private-equity firm, Roku looks to add more original programming to its streaming platform.
‘Jackass’ returning to TV with new Paramount+ series
The box-office success of ‘Jackass Forever’ leads to a spinoff with the original creators.
The Marshall Willen is the smallest Bluetooth speaker to carry the iconic brand
Zound Industries is also bringing out a second-generation Emberton speaker.
The Ford F-150 Lightning can be used as a backup generator with this $3,895 system
With this option, even the base-model pickup can power your home during outages.
Wyze Room Sensors will extend the reach and precision of the Wyze Thermostat
The Bluetooth sensor costs $24.99 and monitors temperature, humidity, and room occupancy.
Can you tell Pro-Ject’s three new E1 turntables apart?
No way. You’ll have to look inside to see which has a built-in phono preamp, Bluetooth
Leviton’s new Decora smart switches don’t need a neutral wire, a boon for older homes
Also new to the company's Decora Smart Wi-Fi line: A second-gen motion-sensing dimmer and tamper-resistant outlet.
CNN+, or minus, flushed after just 28 days, at a cost to WarnerMedia of $300 million
The short-lived streaming news network had previously announced it would close shop on April 30.