Digital archive created of 80s reggae sound system era

A video archive is keeping alive memories of the reggae music boom from the 1980s and 1990s. Large gatherings known as sound systems would take place at carnivals…

Go read this look at how Clubhouse’s blocking system is problematic

Blocking is far from a perfect solution, but at least it gives users a way to continue to use the platforms and avoid (some) nasty interactions. But as…

LG’s 2021 soundbars arrive in the US starting at $179

LG has announced the pricing and availability of its 2021 soundbar lineup for the US. Since the models play audio from televisions via TV Sound Mode Share, you…

Denon and Marantz AV receivers get free 4K/120Hz video fix, available now

The fix addresses incompatibility with high frame rate signals from PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X game consoles.

Polk React review: Built-in Alexa soundbar for your TV

The Polk React brings the convenience of Alexa into a TV-friendly, soundbar form. The essential question is: Do we really need a TV speaker that’s also an assistant? …

LG is making a $399 Dolby Atmos soundbar with Hi-Res Audio upscaling

While most cinephiles will be lusting over the new 5.1.2-channel LG SP9YA that boasts 520W of output and Dolby Atmos/DTS:X support, it’s actually one of the more affordable…

Syng’s transparent floating orbs promise immersive sound for $1,800

There’s no shortage of expensive, odd-looking speakers out there, but we’re still intrigued by Syng’s $1,800 Cell Alpha, the world’s first “triphonic” speakers.

Ex-Apple designer’s ‘triphonic’ speaker may be the hi-fi HomePod we deserve

The Syng Cell Alpha was created by an ex-Apple designer and features ‘triphonic’ spatial audio. This supposedly allows you to maneuver the speaker’s sound.

Audium Sound Hour

The new Audium Sound Hour offers San Francisco a curated immersive sound environment to promote calm and wellness as the city recovers from the pandemic. Experience field recordings…

Upgrade to bigger, better home audio with the Google Home Max for $150 (save $150)

Before Google switched its smart-speaker branding to Nest Audio, there was the Google Home Max — a product that’s still in production, by the way, despite it being…