Loop Switch 2 earplugs aid your ears when Bluetooth buds won’t do
Loop has redesigned its Switch earplugs, which allow you to dial in one of three levels of noise reduction to protect your hearing.
What is DirecTV Stream: plans, pricing, channels, and more
DirecTV Stream (formerly AT&T TV) is a solid cable replacement service. Here's the latest on what it is, what you get, and how much it is.
This 65-inch Sony OLED TV is $700 off — for now
If you've always wanted an OLED TV, check out Best Buy's offer for the 65-inch Sony Bravia XR A80L 4K OLED TV. A $700 discount slashed its price to $1,500.
How to install banana plugs on speaker wire for easy connectivity
Upgrading your messy, raw speaker wire with clean, secure banana plugs is a great way to make for easy connectivity. Here's how to do it.
This Samsung soundbar is now $100 and perfect for budget buyers
Samsung has cut the price of its Samsung C400 B-Series soundbar bringing it under $100. Here's why you need it in your life.
Best Vizio TV deals: Cheap smart TVs starting at $131
Vizio is a great TV brand if you're looking for both affordability and capability, and its TV lineup is even more affordable with these Vizio TV deals.
My favorite headphones are $50 off right now — you need them
The Sony WH-1000XM4 remain some of the best headphones around, and right now they're a very respectable $50 off at Crutchfield.
Sony LinkBuds Fit review: comfort above everything else
Sony's new earbuds offer amazing comfort, great sound, and a wealth of fun new features, including voice commands.
Soundcore’s newest clip-style earbuds focus on comfort
The Soundcore C40i use a redesigned clip shape plus physical buttons for more comfort over the C30i.
What is Fubo? Channels, price, plans, packages, and add-ons
If your household is packed with sports fans, one of the best streaming platforms to use is Fubo. Here’s everything you need to know about the service.
How to cancel your Fubo subscription
Despite having access to all the sports games you want, you're done with Fubo. No worries — here's how to cancel your Fubo subscription.
You Asked: 8K TVs and gaming, upscaling best bets, and the cone connection
Do 8K TVs for gaming make sense now? When is it time to replace a TV? How does the way a TV makes a picture match up with how our vision works?
What is Fandango at Home? Here’s everything you need to know
Looking for a free video streaming platform? Fandango at Home (formerly Vudu) is a great choice, but what is it? We explain the FAST service.
The Sonos Arc Ultra might not need a separate subwoofer
With 15 amps and a new type of driver for low frequency sounds, the Sonos Arc Ultra might be the company's first soundbar that doesn't need a subwoofer.
Sling Orange vs. Sling Blue: Which Sling TV package is best?
Sling TV comes with two flavors of base plans — Sling Orange, and Sling Blue. But which one is the best for you?
The most common Hulu problems and how to fix them
If you’ve been having trouble with Hulu, our guide covers many of the platform’s most common problems, with troubleshooting tips and solutions for each issue.
Hulu vs. Netflix: Which one is better for you?
Netflix and Hulu are two of the biggest names in streaming, but if you only have the budget for one, which one do you choose? Our guide will help you decide.
What is Disney+? Plans, price, and everything else you should know
Get ready to indulge in all things Disney, Pixar, and Marvel with a Disney Plus subscription! Here’s everything you need to know about the streaming platform.
What is ESPN+? Live sports and more you can’t get anywhere else
ESPN Plus offers so much more than the mainstream sports and shows on the cable network. Here's everything you need to know about the streaming service.
Hulu Plus Live TV: plans, price, channels, bundles, and more
Ready to ditch your cable box, but want to hang onto linear programming? You should take a look at Hulu Plus Live TV. Here’s everything you should know.
At just $37, these headphones are “perfectly imperfect” — and that’s okay
These cheap headphones are down to just $37 and they have one stat that makes them stand out. Get the JLab Studio ANC while they're 37% off for low-cost sound.
This 83-inch Samsung OLED TV is $900 cheaper right now
The massive and feature-packed 83-inch Samsung S90C 4K OLED TV is currently available from Best Buy with a $900 discount, which brings its price down to $2,600.
How to turn off subtitles on Netflix on almost any device
Subtitles can be useful, but they can also be a pain if you can't figure out how to get rid of them. Fortunately, turning them off in Netflix is fairly simple.
YouTube Music vs. Spotify: So alike, but which is best for you?
With similar libraries, as well as near-identical music quality and pricing, can YouTube Music stand up to Spotify's stalwart UI and excellent music discovery?
This $270 QLED TV deal has the makings of something better
This humble QLED TV has all the fixings for a regular TV, but the price of a budget TV with this deal. This makes for an easy "budget" TV upgrade to buy now.
Instagram’s Spotify integration makes saving songs a snap
You can now add songs from Instagram to your Spotify account with a single click.
Amazon simplifies its lineup with the new Fire TV Stick HD
With the advent of the Amazon Fire TV Stick HD, the company's low-cost streaming stick lineup goes from four devices to just three.
This $600 deal shows us just how much fun a projector can be
Best Buy and Samsung are competing to get you to buy the Samsung Freestyle 2 from their site today. Get the Xbox-like projector for just $600, not $800 today.
Best Apple deals: Save on AirPods, Apple Watch, iPad, MacBook
For those who are looking for Apple deals, check out the discounts that we've found on various models of the AirPods, Apple Watch, iPad, MacBook, and more.
Sony Bravia 7 TV review: superb brightness and color, but …
The Sony Bravia 7 is really good — if you can overlook two pretty major caveats.
What is The Roku Channel? Content, cost, and how to use it
Did you know that Roku has its own channel with a variety of options for content, including movies, news, and kid shows? Here's what all Roku users should know.
The best turntables of 2024 to spin your vinyl records
Vinyl is still the physical music format of choice, so you're gonna need a turntable! From beginners to audiophiles, here are the best for every budget.
Karma’s EVs are getting a Master & Dynamic audio upgrade
Karma Automotive has partnered with Master & Dynamic for the in-cabin audio systems of its newest EVs.
Amazon splits the price on this splittable soundbar — 53% off
The JBL Bar 9.1 was always about splitting into pieces, not its price has gotten the same treatment. Get it and a subwoofer for 53% off while this deal lasts.
Section Editor, Audio/Video
Phil spent the 2000s making newspapers with the Pensacola (Fla.) News Journal, the 2010s with Android Central and then the personality behind Modern Dad, and is currently an editor with Digital Trends. Phil’s online work has taken him all over the United States, as well as Europe and Asia for conferences such as CES, IFA, Mobile World Congress, and all the various one-offs from companies like Google, Samsung, LG, Facebook and the like.
When he’s not writing, editing, podcasting, interviewing or shooting video, Phil serves as president of the Pensacola Youth Soccer 501(c)(3) nonprofit, has worked on multiple local political campaigns and is a part-time photographer and videographer. He’s also a candidate for Pensacola City Council, District 1.
Phil is a native of Pensacola, where he resides with his wife, daughters and a dog named Max.
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