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The JBL Bar 500 has been a little bit cheaper before, but Amazon's current deal for the Dolby Atmos-capable 5.1 soundbar is still worth considering for TV buyers who would like to upgrade their sound quality for less than $400.

According to a new report, Sony is set to return to a foldable design for its WH-1000XM6 headphones after two generations. Other visual tweaks are also reportedly planned, albeit with an incoming US price rise too.

NTT Sonority has unveiled the limited-edition nwm ONE Star Wars open-ear headphones, featuring dual drivers, noise-leakage suppression, and iconic movie-inspired sound effects.

All signs point toward Sony releasing the WH-1000XM6 later this month. To that end, a reliable leaker has revealed early pricing details for Sony's long-awaited WH-1000XM5 successors while also reiterating plans to offer the wireless over-ear headphones in three launch colours.

Shokz has unveiled the OpenDots ONE clip-on sports earbuds with an open-ear design, dual-driver Dolby Audio, active noise-leakage suppression, and nickel-titanium bands for a secure fit.

JBL is now offering new over-ear headphones. They come with a Smart Tx transmitter, which makes them particularly versatile. The Tour One M3 are also supposed to be comfortable to wear, but they are not exactly cheap.

Anker's Soundcore sub-brand has now quietly released its latest ANC earbuds. The Soundcore Liberty 5 succeeds the Liberty 4 and is marketed as delivering better noise cancellation than the hugely impressive Liberty 4 NC.

As Nintendo raises the prices of some accessories, Turtle Beach is launching new budget Switch gear. The Recon 70 and Airlite Fit are both affordable and lightweight wired gaming headsets. Turtle Beach also reskinned the Rematch wireless Switch controller in two new Mario themes.

Km5’s latest Bluetooth headphones are trying to stand out from the crowd with their "neo-retro design" and an ultra-lightweight build. Despite their low weight, the manufacturer advertises high-quality sound and a battery life of 24 hours.

Maono has released a new wireless microphone called the DM40 Pro that brings AI voice changing features. It offers up to 75 hours of battery life and can record at 48 kHz/24-bit.

The Beats Pill portable Bluetooth speaker is now available to buy in two new colors. However, the new hues are exclusive to Walmart and Target.

The Sony WH-1000XM6 has appeared online again in a new leak. This time, its latest appearance indicates that Sony is nearly ready to replace the WH-1000XM5, possibly in time for the third anniversary of its popular wireless over-ear headphones.

The CMF Buds 2a is the entry-level model in CMF's line of earbuds. It has the familiar design of previous CMF earbuds and even boasts features such as ANC and an IP54 dust and water resistance rating.

The CMF Buds 2 Plus earbuds arrive as a more affordable alternative to the CMF Buds Pro 2 released last year. They have hybrid ANC, LDAC support, and a battery life of 61.5 hours with the case.

The Fiio FT7 planar headphones feature an open-back design covered with West African zebra wood, gold and silver-coated diaphragms, swappable lambskin and suede ear pads, and a carbon fiber body for high-resolution music enthusiasts.

The Fiio Anytime wireless Bluetooth headphones feature a rounded retro-style design, a lightweight build, and active noise cancellation. Game mode reduces audio lag to under 60 msec.

The pocketable Snowsky Anywhere wireless portable speaker can stay attached to steel surfaces with its magnetic bottom, withstand splashes with its IPX6-rating, and run for 21 hours between charges.

NewSound’s latest OTC hearing aids use Femtosense’s on-device AI technology to enhance speech clarity without relying on cloud-based processing.

The Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 have a new design that's slimmer, lighter, and more comfortable. They also feature improved noise cancellation and better audio quality than the previous generation.

Skyworth touts its latest TV as equivalent to an OLED counterpart thanks to its anti-glare mini-LED display. The OmniView is also backed to be easy on the eyes on multiple levels thanks to additional cutting-edge flat-screen technologies. It has been previewed alongside other new innovations such as the world's first AI Karaoke Google TV.

The Moto Buds Loop are Motorola's first pair of open-ear earbuds with features such as Sound by Bose, spatial audio, and a battery life of up to 8 hours. It also comes in a variant with Swarovski crystals that cost more than a pair of AirPods Pro 2.

Amazon has dropped the price of the JBL Bar 700 soundbar with a 33% discount. The soundbar can reproduce immersive 5.1 Dolby Atmos surround sound with enhanced dialogue clarity and stream audio via Apple AirPlay and Amazon Alexa.

Avex Music has started a Green Funding campaign for the Brtnap portable CD/DVD player. The player allows physical media owners to enjoy them anywhere with built-in stereo speakers and double-speed playback for faster viewing.

Doshisha has announced the GS-SP1 Grand Speaker, a soundbar designed to help the hard-of-hearing hear dialogue and higher-frequencies better, without having to turn the volume up, through the use of dual horn speakers and audio equalization.

Razer's super-immersive Sensa HD haptic feedback is now available to Marvel fans. Marvel Rivals Season 2: Hellfire Gala has integrated the newest tech from the gaming peripherals giant Razer.

Directed acoustic energy systems represent an evolution from traditional loudspeakers to precision instruments for security applications. Modern iterations, such as the LRAD series, utilise focused sound waves for targeted communication and non-lethal deterrence across extended ranges.

A leak has revealed that a new pair of Motorola-branded earbuds and smartwatch are on the way. The earbuds will have an open-ear design and a jewelry-like finish while the smartwatch will have a square dial.

Amazon has dropped the price of the Bose Smart Soundbar to its lowest ever after a 34% discount. The soundbar can reproduce immersive 5.1.4 Dolby Atmos surround sound with AI-enhanced dialogue and stream audio via Apple AirPlay and Spotify.

Skullcandy has unveiled the Method 360 earbuds featuring sound tuned by Bose, multipoint Bluetooth pairing, hybrid ANC, and customizable EQ settings. The clip-on slider case prevents loss.

Maono claims that its new PD300X is the most versatile microphone for streamers, content creators and podcasters with its dual USB/XLR interface. It is backed to deliver other premium specs such as a "high-definition" 192kHz/24bit sampling rate at a relatively budget price. There is also an innovative multi-function Smart Knob and Custom Mute Button system for "intuitive" control of the mic.

Sony has officially revealed the US pricing for its new home audio gear. The Bravia Theater Bar 6 will cost $649, while the more comprehensive Bravia Theater System 6 is priced at $770. Both soundbar systems are still listed as "coming soon" with no firm release date yet.

LG has collaborated with renowned singer will.i.am to tune the sound signature of its new portable speakers, the Grab, Bounce, and Stage 301, to create a vibrant and immersive, yet balanced sound signature.

LG has launched the Xboom Buds tuned by musician will.i.am that offer an immersive yet balanced audio experience with graphene-coated drivers and adaptive EQ for optimal sound quality.

CMF by Nothing has unexpectedly launched a new member of the Buds 2 series of audio accessories today (April 14, 2025). They come with upgrades to their Bluetooth, active noise cancellation (ANC) and estimated battery life, and have new Dirac Opteo-tuned drivers. The Buds 2 are priced at just under $60 in three eye-catching colors.

The Sony WF-1000XM5 earbuds have dropped to their lowest price ever on Amazon after a substantial 40% discount. The earbuds are among the top-rated models available for active noise cancellation and audio performance.

Audio-Technica has unveiled the Hotaru record player that fuses art and sound with an illuminated turntable that changes colors in sync to the music. The player was displayed at Milan Design Week.

Kenko Tokina has announced the KR-019CR portable cassette recorder with a classic design. It can play and record tapes as well as rip them to MP3 files.

The Yamaha YH-L500A wireless headphones create a three-dimensional soundscape for a deeper sense of immersion when the Sound Field feature is activated during media playback.

The Toshiba Aurex AX-RP10 portable wireless record player lets vinyl record enthusiasts to enjoy their music indoors and outdoors with 3.5 mm or Bluetooth headphones and speakers, offering up to 10 hours of playback on its internal battery.

The Final ZE500 for ASMR wireless earbuds are now available for preorder, with shipments beginning April 18. The earbuds are optimized to reproduce voices and sounds as if the listener's ears were positioned right next to them.

Audio-Technica has unveiled the ATH-AWSW DV wooden headphones in celebration of Star Wars in Japan. The limited-edition headphones are adorned with the image of Darth Vader, and only 10 copies are available worldwide.

Sony has unveiled two speakers with enhanced bass performance for powerful music reproduction - the ULT Field 3 and 5. Both actively monitor the ambient noise to compensate for clearer music playback.

Moondrop's latest gaming earbuds want to stand out from the crowd with their colorful housing and an unusual dual-driver setup and special optimizations for some games. USB-C is intended to reduce latency and ensure broad compatibility.

We Boost is a new Dolby Atmos home theater system with a total power output of 720 watts. The wireless array consists of four satellite speakers, a subwoofer and can optionally be expanded with a center speaker.

Atomos, known for its external camera monitors, has expanded its lineup with the StudioSonic professional-grade headphones, designed for monitoring audio on shoots, mixing tracks in the studio, and other situations requiring neutral sound reproduction.

Soundcore’s new AeroClip earphones wrap around your ears instead of plugging in. They come with 12mm drivers, a 32-hour battery claim (with case), and a fit that’s more about comfort and awareness than isolation. Now available in Europe.

Nothing will unveil a new affordable smartphone, the CMF Phone 2 Pro in late April. The company also plans to show off three new audio products alongside it.

Sony unveiled two brand-new home theater audio systems that aim to deliver impressive surround sound at an attractive price point. The Bravia Theatre System 6 combines a Dolby Atmos soundbar with a wireless subwoofer and two surround speakers.

Samsung's latest flagship soundbar, HW-Q990F, is now officially available for purchase in the US. The new soundbar comes equipped with a revamped subwoofer that's roughly half the size of its predecessor and promises a big boost in bass performance.

According to new rumours, Sony is preparing to launch the long-awaited follow-up to the WH-1000XM5 this spring. While three colour options for the WH-1000XM6 were already known, a release date has not been mentioned before.