Bose announced today it has acquired Skullcandy. Although the two companies are competitors in the consumer audio space, Skullcandy recently partnered with its new owner to bring several of Bose’s audio technologies – including its head-tracking spatial audio and excellent active noise cancellation (ANC) – to products like the Skullcandy Crusher 1080 ANC headphones and […]
The Recording Industry Association of America recently stated that CD sales revenue was up 58% in the first half of 2026 and one Japanese ultra-luxury audio manufacturer has decided the same resurgence should apply to SACDs too
Spotify announced Wednesday the launch of its next-generation, fully native in-car app, built directly on Google’s Android Automotive operating system. The standalone app, which is launching today in select Audi models, runs directly on the vehicle’s infotainment hardware – eliminating the need for phone tethering, Bluetooth connections, or aux cables. It’s the clearest sign yet […]
UK legislation now means people who play audio aloud on their phone could face £100 fines on buses.
Bluesound has updated BluOS with Apple Music integration. In addition to Bluesound devices, the platform also powers devices by big brands such as DALI and Monitor Audio.
Premium Family members must now prove to Spotify they live in the same household as the account holder.
Audiophile.fm is a completely free way to tune in to lossless internet radio on iPhone, Android and in your browser
If you’re on the hunt for lightweight wireless headphones but wearing earbuds or clip-ons never feels comfortable or secure, a relatively obscure Japanese headphone maker could have the solution. Final’s new Porta headphones feature an on-ear design supported by a headband but with a structure made from a single piece of wire so they weigh […]
The Trettitre Retro Ambient Audio System is a wall-mounted record, CD and cassette player, which offers everything except a speaker (although you can buy one from the company to match).
Sony’s new hulking party speaker blew me away with its rippling bass and almighty power output.