LG Sound Suite Adds Support for Two W7 Subwoofers
LG Sound Suite adds dual W7 subwoofer configurations, while the H7 soundbar gains DTS:X and Google Cast through software updates.
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Apple Brings Four Speaker Surround Sound to HomePod mini 2
Apple’s HomePod mini 2 costs $149 in the U.S., with four-speaker TV surround sound and store availability scheduled for October 30.
Apple TV 4K Adds Siri AI and Four Speaker Surround Sound
Apple TV 4K adds hands-free Siri AI and four-speaker HomePod surround sound, with preorders opening today and availability beginning November 13.
WiiM Bar Ships in the US and Adds Surround Timing Controls
WiiM Bar is shipping in the US, with EU and UK availability announced for late November. Updates add surround timing and music service options.
XGIMI AURA 3 Series Brings 4K 120Hz With Tight Setup Requirements
XGIMI AURA 3 Series supports 4K 120Hz playback, with Super Early Bird pricing and placement requirements to consider before choosing a screen.
XGIMI Sets HORIZON 30 Series Launch With 4K 120Hz
XGIMI launches three HORIZON 30 Series projectors with 4K 120Hz on October 12, when pre-orders open and the company will announce pricing.
Shokz OpenDots 2 and OpenFit Pro Split on Fit and Noise Reduction
Shokz OpenDots 2 costs $199.95, while OpenFit Pro costs $249.95 and offers head-tracked audio and Open-Ear Noise Reduction with an ear-hook fit.
Apple TV Will Add Dolby Atmos to Formula 1® Coverage
Apple TV will add Dolby Atmos to Formula 1® coverage starting October 23, bringing the audio format to U.S. subscribers alongside Dolby Vision.
Spotify Plans to Expand Audiobooks Beyond 180 Markets
Spotify plans audiobook access in more than 180 markets by the end of 2026, with eligible Premium listening, Audiobooks+ and individual purchases.
Spotify Expands Music Quiz to More Than 2,000 Artists
Spotify is rolling out Music Quiz across 11 countries for Premium listeners aged 18 and older, with quizzes covering more than 2,000 artists.
TCL Cuts TV Prices by Up to 52% and Audio Prices by Up to 43%
TCL's sale starts today with the 55-inch QM7L at $729.99, sound bar discounts and gaming monitor offers, including two Walmart-only deals.
LG Brings 8 Ball Pool to TVs With Couch Play Mode
LG is bringing free-to-play 8 Ball Pool to webOS TVs and monitors in 165 countries, with Couch Play Mode for two players sharing one screen.
Yamaha R200A Adds Phono and Bluetooth Multipoint for $299.95 MSRP
Yamaha’s R200A arrives in November at $299.95 MSRP, with a phono input, Bluetooth Multipoint and 100 watts per channel at 8 ohms for stereo setups.
iFi Audio's iDSD GR2 MT Adds Steve Levine Voicing and Studio Parts
iFi Audio's iDSD GR2 MT is a Master Tuned portable DAC and headphone amp voiced by producer Steve Levine, with upgraded parts and two exclusive filters.
Aurzen Puts Basquiat Art on Its ZIP Pro Pocket Projector
Aurzen revealed a ZIP Pro Basquiat Special Edition with two artwork designs. Pre-orders open October 9, while the regular ZIP Pro is available at early bird pricing.
Bose Acquires FMOD Maker Firelight Technologies
Bose acquired Firelight Technologies, maker of the FMOD interactive audio platform used by game developers for 25 years. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
LG Channels Adds Hunger Games, Saw and John Wick Pop-Ups
LG Channels announces movie pop-ups for The Hunger Games, Saw and John Wick, with separate plans for four additional Lionsgate channels.
JBL PartyBox Ultimate 2 Brings 1,500W and a Touchscreen
The JBL PartyBox Ultimate 2 arrives October 6 at €1,599 advised retail with 1,500W of output, a built-in touchscreen and Auracast support.
JBL Pulse 6 Brings Auracast and a Lit Handle for €299.99
JBL has announced the Pulse 6 with an illuminated handle, Auracast and USB-C audio. Availability starts October 6 at €299.99.
Alexa+ Gets Its Own Hub on Fire TV and a Mobile App
Amazon is adding a dedicated Alexa+ hub to Fire TV and bringing the assistant into its mobile app, with US updates starting in November.
Technics Unveils EAH-A1000 Flagship Wireless Headphones
Technics announced the EAH-A1000 flagship wireless headphones with a 40 mm Magnetic Fluid Driver, LDAC, USB Audio and up to 45 hours of playback.
Kygo Tour Uses Sennheiser Spectera for In-Ear Monitoring
Sennheiser reports that Kygo's outdoor show in Germany used Spectera for in-ear monitoring, with 24 bodypacks and a 1U base station.
Samsung Art Store Adds 38 A24 Film Stills for Subscribers
Samsung Art Store launched its first cinematic collection with 38 stills from A24 films, available to subscribers on supported Samsung Art TVs.
JBL Cinema SB MK2 Soundbars Turn Flip 7 Speakers Into Rear Channels
JBL plans an October 1, 2026 launch in selected markets for four Cinema SB MK2 models, with SurroundPlay enabling Flip 7 pairs to handle rear surround audio.
