Home Theater

LG has begun rolling out a software update for its Sound Suite home theater system that adds DTS:X and Google Cast to the H7 soundbar, enables setups with two W7 subwoofers, and extends speaker connectivity to Wi-Fi 6 GHz networks and 5 GHz DFS channels.

Xgimi has launched the Horizon 30 Pro, Horizon 30 Max and Horizon 30 Ultra Max, three RGB triple-laser 4K projectors with a 120Hz refresh rate and brightness ranging from 4,800 to 6,000 ISO lumens. US pre-orders run until October 31 from $1,899, with list prices of $2,499 to $3,499 and open sales starting on November 1.

Apple has finally replaced the HomePod mini with a new version. Available globally, the HomePod mini 2 surpasses the original HomePod mini in several areas, not least with four-way speaker linking and Sound Glow support.

Apple has released its long-awaited Apple TV 4K (4th generation). The first Apple TV 4K release in almost four years, the 4th generation model promises to surpass its predecessor with faster performance, an improved Siri remote and the ability to output to four HomePod speakers simultaneously.

JBL has brought its Cove Wi-Fi speaker system to the UK. The three speakers group, pair and tune themselves through the JBL One app in much the same way as Sonos, ranging from 110W to 200W, with Dolby Atmos Music on the P1 and X1, a 14-hour battery on the P1 and rear-channel support for JBL Bar MK2 soundbars.

As Sony’s premier OLED TV, the Bravia 8 II employs a QD-OLED panel for more vibrant colors. Although not as bright as LG and Samsung flagships, intelligent picture processing gives it an edge. At Greentoe, the 65-inch model is cheaper than the lowest Amazon sale price to date.

Krovatar plans to launch the portable KB-100X and Bluetooth-equipped XH in October. The players will initially be available in the US, with a European release also planned. Their power supply is a notable feature.

The Sony Bravia 8 appeals to movie buffs and gamers who prioritize picture processing and smooth motion. At a historic low Amazon sale price, the 77-inch OLED TV also boasts standout audio features. Its modest maximum brightness may push some buyers toward the Samsung S90H.

Hisense has put its C3 family of triple-laser projectors on sale in the US. The three 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) models produce 3,000, 4,000 and 5,000 ANSI lumens respectively, cover up to 118% of the BT.2020 colour space and project images from 65 to 300 inches.

Xgimi has opened US pre-orders for the Aura 3 Max and Aura 3 Pro ahead of a 20 October Kickstarter launch at $2,399 and $2,199, or $2,199 and $1,999 with a $50 deposit. The ultra-short-throw laser projectors output 4K at 120Hz, reach up to 5,700 ISO lumens and cast a 120-inch picture from about eight inches away.

The Nvidia Shield TV Pro is already seven years old. But instead of a new model, Nvidia is now announcing a major price increase – the AI boom is making the set-top box with an Nvidia Tegra X1+ ARM chip and 3 GB of RAM a full 50 percent more expensive.

Less than a week after announcing the Fire TV Stick 4K (2026), Amazon has slashed its price by 50%. The new price makes it worth considering for anyone who wants an affordable 4K streaming device that can be hidden behind the TV.

The 2027 Redmi TV X RGB Mini LED lineup has been launched in China. It brings smart TVs that are more affordable than the Xiaomi TV S Pro 2027 series. The peak brightness rating is 1,300 nits, and the top-of-the-line model maxes out at 864 zones. This line starts at CNY 2,705, about $403.

Amazon has launched a new version of its Fire TV Stick 4K with a new remote and a handful of new features. However, an on-going sale makes the Fire TV 4K Max the better buy.

JMGO’s Iris Ultra and Iris Ultra Max target gamers and home-cinema users with 4K/120Hz RGB triple-laser projection, Dolby Vision, HDMI 2.1, and low-latency modes. The models differ mainly in brightness, contrast and the Ultra Max’s AI-assisted gimbal, with shipments scheduled for October 2026.

Xiaomi’s TV S Pro RGB-Mini LED 2027 Supreme Edition pairs a 5,500-nit 4K RGB-Mini LED display with refresh rates up to 360Hz and an upgraded 170W Harman-tuned audio system. Available in China in sizes from 65 to 98 inches, the premium TV starts at the equivalent of around $945.

Xiaomi has released its upgraded TV Stick HD in more countries. Now sold in the Eurozone for under €55, the Xiaomi TV Stick HD (2nd Gen) boasts a faster chipset than its predecessor, as well as Google TV and Dolby Audio support.

The Yamaha B200A Dolby Atmos soundbar delivers immersive spatial surround sound in a compact form-factor ready for use under computer monitors and TVs. The soundbar is under two feet long and comes with dual 20-watt drivers and a 30-watt subwoofer.

Despite just launching, the 77-inch Sony Bravia 6 OLED TV is seeing an $800 discount in an Amazon deal. The display now has the 4 HDMI 2.1 ports offered by LG and Samsung alternatives. With Google TV and Dolby Vision support, it also holds an edge in smart app compatibility.

The Dangbei C5 Pro has been launched in China, and it's positioned as an affordable projector for a bedroom or nighttime theatre setup. It has a brightness rating of 600 CVIA lumens, a built-in speaker, native 1080p resolution, and a compact form factor.

More than 216 million LG Smart TVs are alleged to eavesdrop on users through their microphones and even collect private data about usage behavior and other devices on the same Wi-Fi network, sending it to LG. The South Korean tech giant now denies these allegations.

The TCL Designer Series A300L and A400U high-definition Google TVs deliver 4K 144Hz images from broadcast, local, and streaming video sources. They can be flush mounted, and the A300L can be fitted with handcrafted frames to better fit home décors.

JMGO is launching two Iris series laser projectors worldwide, offering up to 6,500 ISO lumens and support for 4K gaming at 120Hz. Both models are available with a $500 launch discount and free gifts.

Amazon has applied its largest-ever discount yet to the JBL Bar 1000MK2 7.1.4-channel Dolby Atmos soundbar. The 960-watt soundbar system uses MultiBeam 3.0 and PureVoice 2.0 technologies to deliver immersive 3D audio and crisp dialogue.

An investigation by Gamers Nexus found LG smart TVs sweep local networks to map phones and nearby devices. Tests also showed the sets can capture microphone audio with the screen off — they then upload data once reconnected to the internet.

The Hisense U6SF series ULED miniLED TVs offers a wide range of sizes, from 50 inches all the way to 100 inches, and packing a 144 Hz gaming mode with VRR, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and intelligent voice control.

Aurzen’s new Zip Pro tri‑fold pocket projector has debuted at IFA 2026 with true 1080p output, wireless mirroring, and a compact Z‑shaped folding design. The portable projector delivers up to 80‑inch images, automatic keystone correction, dual Bluetooth headphone support, and a 2.5‑hour runtime.

AWOL Vision has introduced the LuxVision at IFA 2026, a flagship UST projector with 4K 120Hz, RGB triple laser, a 0.18:1 throw ratio and optical vertical lens shift. It reaches retail in October 2026 at 5,999 euros.

Acer’s new C350e portable projector debuts with a playful duckling‑yellow design, rotating and tilting stand, and AI‑powered Google Gemini features. It delivers Full HD projection with 350 ANSI lumens of brightness in a compact, battery-powered design.

Astell & Kern’s new PD5 digital audio player delivers ultra‑high‑resolution audio with eight Cirrus Logic DACs, supporting high-powered, balanced headphones with a wide 20 Hz–70 kHz frequency range, DSD256/PCM playback, Qobuz streaming, and 28‑hour battery life.

Sonos has just unveiled its next-gen Beam Ultra soundbar, Ace Ultra headphones and Sonos 27 operating system, marking its largest product push in years after a troubled app redesign. The new devices come with upgraded hardware, improved audio quality and tighter multi-room integration.

Samsung is revamping its flagship OLED TV and expanding it with a high-end soundbar that is said to outperform a traditional 1,500-watt soundbar. This makes the Samsung S99H the central sound system for the living room.

The Bose Smart Ultra Dolby Atmos soundbar is now at its lowest price ever on Amazon after a 32% discount. The 180-watt Dolby Atmos soundbar delivers powerful surround sound to TV sets using nine speakers, and it can be further expanded with a 500-watt Bose Bass Module 700 subwoofer.

Sony has launched the Bravia 6, a new entry-level 4K OLED TV series. Starting at $1,300 for the 48-inch model and scaling up to $4,000 for the 83-inch version, the TV features a Triluminos Pro engine, four full-bandwidth HDMI 2.1 ports with 4K 120Hz gaming support, and Google TV with Gemini integration.

Shortly after the initial announcement, Xiaomi has now shared more details of its new TV S Pro 2027 RGB Mini LED series. There will be four models available in the non-Supreme line, and all feature a 360Hz display, while the top-end option features 4860 color control zones.

Marshall’s limited-edition Jimi Hendrix collection brings psychedelic purple, black and silver styling to its JMH Studio amplifier, Emberton III speaker and Major V headphones. But the hand-built amp has a steep price tag, while the prices of the speaker and headphones remain unchanged.

Shanling has unveiled the Q2 portable music player for fans of high-resolution audio and Tidal music streaming. Its quad-DAC supports high-power balanced headphones, while its bidirectional Bluetooth transmitter/receiver can be used to connect a variety of wireless sources and outputs. It supports microSD cards up to 2 TB.

Amazon has raised list prices for Kindle, Fire TV, Echo and eero in Germany by up to 44 percent, following the earlier hike in the US. None of the devices we checked actually sells at the new price. What changed immediately is the discount math: the same Fire TV Stick now shows 58 percent off instead of 40.

Courtesy of an ongoing sale over at Amazon US, the well-reviewed LG B6 OLED TV is now available with a substantial 30% discount for a limited time. The TV packs a 65-inch 4K 120 Hz OLED panel along with four HDMI 2.1 ports.

The Xiaomi TV S Pro 2027 series is now official, but the initial announcement is very thin in terms of details. One big aspect has, however, been shared, and it's that the lineup will feature RGB Mini LED panels, a proper upgrade over the 2026 series. The launch is set for September 2027.

The Marshall Stanmore III Bluetooth speaker is on sale at Amazon at 50% off the MSRP. It delivers powerful sound for podcasts and music using dual 15-watt drivers and a 50-watt woofer. The speaker can be connected directly to turntables using RCA connectors.

One of the largest versions of the LG C6 is experiencing its steepest discount. The 77-inch OLED TV employs a Tandem panel for the first time, making colors in movies and TV shows more vivid. At Greentoe, the 4K display is nearly $900 under the lowest Amazon sale price.

The C10M is a wall-mounted TV built around TCL's SQD-Mini LED display technology, and the standout feature is just how thin it is. The whole body stays 3.99cm deep, letting it sit flush against a wall for what TCL calls a wallpaper-like look.

Almost a year after launching the Z9X 4K portable projector, Xgimi has released an upgraded version. The new model is sold as the Z9X High Brightness Edition, and it features the latest tri-color laser which has a higher brightness and dynamic contrast ratio than the one in the standard Z9X.

Samsung has become the first TV manufacturer to launch HDR10+ Advanced, rolling out across its 2026 TV lineup this month. Prime Video is the first streaming service supporting the format, delivering compatible titles globally starting August 2026.

Hisense has launched the PX4 Pro at $3,998, the first ultra-short-throw projector certified for AMD FreeSync Premium, delivering 1ms input lag and 240Hz gaming at up to 200 inches alongside 3,500 ANSI lumens and Dolby Vision Gaming support.