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Sony’s classic MDR-3 return to ride the retro revival wave
The techno-nostalgia trend continues as Sony releases a smartphone-friendly version of its first Walkman headphones, along with a Stranger Things…
Nov 5
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Simon Cohen
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Now playing: album art that lives in your room, not your phone
From budget to bonkers, these devices bridge the visual gap between streaming music and records/CDs.
Nov 3
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Simon Cohen
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Live F1 coverage is getting a spatial audio upgrade. Your smartphone videos can get it too.
Apple TV is supercharging Formula 1 streaming with immersive 3D audio. But why should race fans have all the fun? You may already own the gear needed to…
Oct 22
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Simon Cohen
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Apple Music is now on Bluesound. Please hold your applause.
Bluesound users finally get a long-awaited native implementation of Apple Music. But it arrives without lossless, hi-res, or Dolby Atmos support.
Oct 20
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Simon Cohen
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Don't like AirPods? Bose's new open earbuds will get Alexa+ built-in
A truly open design *and* a conversational voice assistant? Apple, I hope you’re taking notes.
Sep 17
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Simon Cohen
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Trendspotting: Victrola and Fiio bolt modern tech onto their retro devices
It may fly in the face of a pure vintage aesthetic, but these brands are betting you’ll prefer retro tech that can integrate into your current life.
Aug 8
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Simon Cohen
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Today I learned that K-pop fans buy (tons of) CDs they'll never play
Sales of CDs are growing again, but to understand why, I needed to be schooled on one of music's wildest fandoms.
Aug 5
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Simon Cohen
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Tidal to AI music creators: We’ll stream your tracks, but you won’t see a dime
Instead of removing AI music from its platform, Tidal is removing the financial incentive.
Jun 30
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Simon Cohen
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PSB's iQ speakers make hi-fi listening more affordable and streaming friendly
Two new models, lower prices, and way more colors.
Jun 23
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Simon Cohen
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Wiim's first soundbar: Affordable Dolby Atmos and a one-of-a-kind display
The Wiim Bar puts a circular touchscreen at the center of an expandable, sub-$500 soundbar.
Jun 3
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Simon Cohen
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