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How to make your audio system sound better for free

The easiest way to get better sound from your home audio system is…get closer to your speakers. A lot closer. I’ve covered “nearfield” listening strategies before, but usually with the speakers in a desktop setting. Listening to speakers from a few feet away lets you hear more sound directly from the speakers, and minimizes pesky reflections from the walls, floor …

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iPhone XS, iPhone XR: What you need to know about Apple’s Smart Battery Case

Apple surprised everyone earlier this week with the launch of new Smart Battery Cases for the 2018 iPhone ($899 at Amazon) line. The cases look similar to the previous version, and do the same basic job — provide extra battery life to your iPhone. You can order the cases right now from Apple, with in-store availability expected next week. Here’s …

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