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Why I still recommend this LG soundbar to anyone who wants room-filling audio - especially at $600 off 1 day ago

Grab this 85-inch Samung TV and home audio bundle for $2,500 off 3 days ago

I highly recommend this Bose portable speaker to most people, especially outdoorsy music enthusiasts 3 days ago

I've tested dozens of Bluetooth speakers - this JBL is my pick for summer traveling 3 days ago

I've yet to find a Bluetooth speaker that pumps out louder bass and clearer mids than this 3 days ago

Why I still recommend this LG soundbar to anyone who wants room-filling audio - especially at $600 off

The LG S95TR soundbar still delivers great performance in 2025, with immersive audio quality and a host of useful features.

Grab this 85-inch Samung TV and home audio bundle for $2,500 off

I highly recommend this Bose portable speaker to most people, especially outdoorsy music enthusiasts

I've tested dozens of Bluetooth speakers - this JBL is my pick for summer traveling

I've yet to find a Bluetooth speaker that pumps out louder bass and clearer mids than this

Why I still recommend this LG soundbar to anyone who wants room-filling audio - especially at $600 off

The LG S95TR soundbar still delivers great performance in 2025, with immersive audio quality and a host of useful features.

1 day ago by Artie Beaty in Speakers

Grab this 85-inch Samung TV and home audio bundle for $2,500 off

Right now, Samsung is offering a TV and home audio bundle that includes an 85-inch Samsung QNX1D TV, a 3.1CH Dolby Atmos-enabled soundbar, and a subwoofer for nearly 50% off. Now that's a steal.

3 days ago by Taylor Clemons in TVs

I highly recommend this Bose portable speaker to most people, especially outdoorsy music enthusiasts

The Bose SoundLink Max checks all the right boxes for a portable speaker: sound clarity, loudness, durability, and a lengthy battery life.

3 days ago by Jack Wallen in Speakers

I've tested dozens of Bluetooth speakers - this JBL is my pick for summer traveling

After a four-year hiatus, JBL returns with the Charge 6, delivering key upgrades in portability, sound quality, and software features.

3 days ago by Jada Jones in Speakers

I've yet to find a Bluetooth speaker that pumps out louder bass and clearer mids than this

The Brane X might look like your generic portable speaker, but it packs a serious audio punch with solid customization options.

3 days ago by Jack Wallen in Speakers

One of my favorite Sony Bluetooth speakers is on sale for the first time ever

Sony is discounting its mid-sized Ult Field 3 speaker for the first time since launch -- grab one for $50 off the original price with this Memorial Day sale.

4 days ago by Nina Raemont in Speakers

This wireless portable speaker delivers amazingly smooth sound with little distortion

If you need to fill a room, backyard, or garage with big, bold sound this summer, the JBL Xtreme 4 brings the noise, and then some -- and it's on sale for Memorial Day.

5 days ago by Jack Wallen in Speakers

Why I recommend this Amazon Fire TV soundbar to most people - especially at this new low price

The Amazon Fire Soundbar Plus delivers room-filling sound with some useful software tricks. It's on sale going into Memorial Day weekend.

1 week ago by Chris Bayer in Speakers

Save $350 on the JBL Bar 700 during Memorial Day weekend

The JBL Bar 700 is an excellent home entertainment sound system, and it's currently 39% off at Amazon for Memorial Day.

1 week ago by Allison Murray in Speakers

Close-up of a young man carrying a JBL Charge 5 while skateboarding

I found the best Bluetooth speakers of 2025: Options for indoor and outdoor listening

Whether you're hiking, hosting a BBQ, or chilling at home, a Bluetooth speaker is a must-have in any tech arsenal. Here are the best of them.

1 week ago by Christian de Looper in Speakers

Close up of Vizio soundbar on a TV stand

This portable soundbar has impressive speakers for its price, and it's discounted for Memorial Day

The Vizio 5.1 Soundbar SE stands out in its category, delivering one of the most immersive surround sound experiences available. Plus, you can get $50 off right now.

1 week ago by Allison Murray in Speakers

This small and portable Beats speaker delivers big sound and fresh style, and it's on sale right now

Beats hit the nail on the head by modernizing an old favorite with better sound, more vibrant colors, and improved device compatibility, without sacrificing its most valued elements.

1 week ago by Jada Jones in Speakers

Marshall expands its consumer audio product lineup, introducing a promising soundbar

Marshall may be best known for its amps and professional music equipment, but now it's breaking into a new market: home audio.

1 week ago by Jada Jones in Speakers

The best smart home devices you can buy: Expert tested

Warmer weather means wanting to take advantage of beautiful summer nights, but that shouldn't come at the expense of home security. Check out our picks for the best smart home devices.

1 week ago by Maria Diaz in Smart Home

Sony Ult Field 1 orange speaker against skyline

Finally, a Sony speaker with clear sound and the highest discount I've seen

The Sony Ult Field 1 speaker is portable and packs an audio punch. It's currently on sale at Amazon for a record-low price.

2 weeks ago by Nina Raemont in Speakers