Tag: audio
Spotify finally lets you create playlist art – and it’s already my favorite new feature since Daylists
Spotify continues to be one of the best music streaming services around thanks to personalized features like Daylists – and it isn’t stopping there. It’s just rolled out a new beta feature that lets you create custom playlist art to make your creations look just as good as they sound.…
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Sonos may drop the price of its ailing Ace headphones and launch a higher-end model – but this rumored cut wouldn’t be enough
The Sonos Ace headphones are the firm’s first venture into the headphone market – and it looks like that venture hasn’t been very successful. The ongoing woes around the Sonos app have done real damage to the brand, and Sonos itself says that the drama overshadowed the launch of the…
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Apple Music’s new Set List playlists might just split the crowd
Make no mistake about it – there is nothing quite like seeing your favorite band or artist live. Part of that could be it being your first show, or it might be your first chance to hear cuts off their latest album – or, if you’re like me, to hear…
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I doubt this retro-style vertical turntable and speakers combo is a good idea, but doesn’t it look incredible?
One of the minor annoyances about vinyl, particularly fancy vinyl, is that you can’t really show it off while it’s playing – so if you have an LP with a particularly great color, or one that creates a zoetrope effect as it’s playing, it’s only visible if you’re looking directly…
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I didn’t care for Dolby Atmos music, but this one mind-blowing experience made me a believer
Dolby Atmos is a phrase you’ll come across when you’re shopping for a new TV, soundbar or home theater speakers. An extension of the more traditional 5.1-channel surround sound, Dolby Atmos aims to create a more immersive experience by adding height channels to mixes, creating a ‘dome’ effect that envelops…
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Your Samsung Buds 3 Pro will get a free upgrade with audio and reliability improvements
We’ve just reviewed the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro and we’re very impressed: they deliver great-sounding audio quality, top-notch ANC and a premium, though derivative, design. But there’s always room for improvement, and there are often little irritations that only emerge after a product launch. Which is why Samsung has…
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