When I spoke with Bose reps about the company’s new $299 QuietComfort Earbuds 2, which launch Tuesday at an event in New York, they made a bold declaration: The new buds have the best noise canceling ever in a pair of headphones. Not just Bose headphones — any headphones. (Whether or not that boast covers …
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The JBL Flip 5 Portable Speaker Is Just $75 Today Only at Woot (Save $55)
We raved about the JBL Flip 5 speaker when it first came out in 2019 with a price tag of $130 but, today only, you can nab this impressive speaker for just $75 at Woot. At $55 off, the Flip 5 is available for just $5 more than the lowest we’ve ever seen it go and $25 less than the …
Read More »Pump Up the Volume With the Soundcore Select Pro Bluetooth Boom Box Down to $70 Today
The Select Pro is a portable boom box from Anker sub-brand Soundcore, which lets you take the party with you wherever you go. And right now you can snag one at the bargain price of just $70, down from its usual $110 going rate. This deal is only available until 9:59 p.m. PT (12:59 a.m. ET) tonight, so be sure …
Read More »You Should Be Using These Windows 11 Features
It’s always a good time to master some of Windows 11’s productivity features. These built-in tricks can help you do everything from setting up Taskbar shortcuts to saving battery power. No matter which Microsoft, Dell, HP or other Windows compatible rig you have, we’ve got you covered here with our list of hidden features that you can use right now to …
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Microsoft first launched the Surface in 2012, and since then, it’s manufactured many different Surface styles. Twelve of those styles are on sale at Woot right now, which can save you hundreds on these devices. Some of these are in new condition, but most are refurbished or factory-reconditioned computers that work like they’re brand-new, but they don’t come with the …
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The 2000s were a crazy time, and especially for TV buyers — as the screens got flatter the designs became more and more outlandish. Huge glass borders, physical representations of sunsets and clouds, and other types of weirdness — something which culminated in the infamous LG TV with a hole in it. As TVs grew in screen size, however, the …
Read More »Best Smart Soundbar for 2022
If you’re looking for the best way to combine your voice assistant and music streaming, a fully featured sound system is what your TV needs. Brands to be on the lookout for include Bose, Polk, Sonos, Roku and Yamaha, and prices start at a little over $100. Before I show you the picks, it’s worth making a distinction between a smart soundbar …
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Sony has unveiled its latest Dolby Atmos-compatible soundbar, the HT-A3000, which offers simulated immersive sound from a single bar. The HT-A3000, a step down from the existing HT-A7000, doesn’t have dedicated height drivers but instead uses proprietary Sony 360 Spatial Sound Mapping technology to produce Atmos effects. To help simulate an “immersive” sound field, the Sony uses built-in microphones to …
Read More »Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED (UM5302) Review: Superb Little Ultralight Laptop
It is not easy to find an ultralight laptop that still feels sturdy but Asus pulls it off with the Zenbook S 13 OLED. At 1 kilogram (2.4 pounds), the 13.3-inch laptop is lighter than the MacBook Air (M1 and M2) — ideal for tossing in a backpack or shoulder bag without a second thought. Despite its compact footprint, Asus …
Read More »Best Soundbars With Amazon Alexa for 2022
When you think of a voice assistant, your mind probably goes straight to Alexa. Not only is it one of the best-known voice assistants, but Alexa is also compatible with most smart devices you’ll come across. So if you’re looking for a soundbar with Alexa integrated, you’ve got plenty of options to choose from. You’ll find Amazon’s virtual assistant on the Polk Command Bar, …
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