Tag: audio
The boombox is back in a cool new Bluetooth version that still plays cassettes, now just need to remember how to breakdance
We Are Rewind’s GB-001 is a real cassette boombox, but it’s got Bluetooth too More than enough power to rock reasonably sized blocks £379 / €449 (about $505 / AU$781) One of the things I miss about the 1980s, other than my youth, my waistline and my faith in humanity,…
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Nothing teases new audio gear made with KEF coming in 2025, and I’m excited for this one
Nothing has just announced that it’s partnering with British hi-fi institution KEF on new audio products that are “the next step in expanding Nothing’s audio journey,” according to Andrew Freshwater, Head of Smart Products Marketing at Nothing. The new products are due “later this year.” This kind of partnership between…
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Spotify’s iPhone app will soon get a useful upgrade for audiobooks fans – here’s what’s coming
An incoming version of Spotify’s iOS app contains changes to audiobooks If approved by Apple, it’ll let you buy audiobooks via links from the app Premium subscribers will also be able to buy ‘Top Up’ hours for audiobooks Spotify is looking to improve its iOS experience for audiobook fans in…
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My favorite small Bluetooth speaker finally got a new version – the B&O A1 3rd Gen is here
B&O A1 3rd Gen promises more bass in the same design Up to 24 hours of battery life, and pairing with other A1 models $349 / £299 is a price hike over the previous model Bang & Olufsen has announced the Beosound A1 3rd Gen, which is the new version…
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The latest Sony WH-1000XM6 leaks may have revealed the design and pricing of the headphones
The Sony WH-1000XM6 could be out in the next couple of weeks They may go back to the older folding design It seems likely that they’ll cost more than the WH-1000XM5 When it comes to the best over-ear headphones you can buy, our current list features both the WH-1000XM4 and…
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Spotify updates iOS app in record time with new pricing options – leaving fans wondering why other fixes are taking so long
Spotify’s new iOS update lets it advertise other payment options The change comes in response to a new US App Store ruling The app still doesn’t offer AirPlay 2 or native HomePod integration That was quick. Just one day after a US federal judge told Apple to loosen its grip…
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