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Scosche BoomCan MS review: M is for magnet (not marvelous)
This ultra-portable Bluetooth speaker is long on cuteness, short on audio quality.
GE Lighting’s new gradient light strips can sync with your music
The indoor and outdoor color light strips boast gradient effects and on-device music syncing, along with Alexa and Google Home.
Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Dimmer, Motion Activated review: Long name, great value
This feature-packed dimmer depends on a neutral wire, and it doesn’t support 3-way circuits or Apple’s HomeKit, but it has just about everything else.
Apple reveals cheaper Apple TV 4Ks, but only one has Thread
Both models are much less expensive and feature stronger CPUs and more memory, but the $129 model is Wi-Fi only and doesn’t support Thread.
Tronsmart Bang Mini review: Good sound, bright lights, priced right
The rugged, water-resistant Tronsmart Bang Mini delivers a lot of thump and can be paired in stereo via TWS. All while undercutting the name-name competition.
Chromecast with Google TV (HD) review: The stick for app haters
The Chromecast with Google TV HD beats the Roku Express and Fire TV Stick Lite on value, but sale prices complicate the matter.
Netflix unveils profile transfers amid password-sharing crackdown
Netflix is rolling out a new tool that lets any user–including a password sharer–transfer their profile to a new account.
Govee Envisual TV Backlight T2 review: A worthy upgrade
Govee's updated bias lighting kit for TVs offers easier setup and better performance than its predecessor, but it's still a niche product.
Spotify HiFi release date: When is Spotify’s lossless tier coming?
Spotify's promised lossless audio tier is nearly a year late, but recent chatter suggests that Spotify HiFi isn't quite dead.
Spotify may still drop the needle on long-delayed HiFi plan
A leaked survey suggests that Spotify might soon launch its promised lossless music service, but for a hefty price.
Basketball without cable: A cord-cutter’s guide to the NBA
Cord-cutters can get their fill of big nationally televised games, but local broadcasts are still left on the bench.
New on Netflix this week
Looking for what's new and good on Netflix? TechHive's film critic names the best new movies for streaming.
The best movies on Amazon Prime Video right now
TechHive's resident film critic names his favorite Amazon Prime Video original movies.
Netflix with ads launches November 3 for $6.99 a month
Netflix's new ad-supported tier will arrive earlier than expected, and it will offer up to 720p video quality but--unsurprisingly--no downloads.
Beyerdynamic unveils wired and wireless Xelento in-ear monitors
The Xelento Remote can be connected to devices with balanced outputs, while the Bluetooth Xelento Wireless has an onboard DAC and amplifier from AKM.
TV’s “Great Rebundling” is not what you think
No, streaming services are not bringing back cable-style bundles.
KEF is the latest high-end audio brand to offer ANC headphones
The all-new KEF Mu7 over-ear wireless headphones offer adaptive noise cancellation.