If you’ve bought a new car lately, you know the optional extras go on and on. In some cases, it’s possible to nearly double the car’s price by checking every box. Beyond boosting the rims or adding ...

The only wires this powerful surround-sound system needs are power cords and an HDMI cable (provided) to connect to your TV. Enclave is targeting streamers more than folks who play physical media, so ...

The Platin Audio Monaco 5.1.2 wireless speaker system offers true immersive surround sound—including Dolby Atmos and Dolby Atmos music—with almost no fuss. It’s a great option for users who stream ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Dennis Burger I start every day pretty much the same: listening to a wakeup ...

Ex-movie theater projectionist Steve Guttenberg has also worked as a high-end audio salesman, and as a record producer. Steve reviewed audio products for CNET and worked as a freelance writer for ...

A 2013 study by Texas A&M reported that, on average, the American commuter spends 38 hours a year stuck in traffic. And while big engines and capable chassis make for driving pleasure when paired with ...

It doesn't feel like that long ago that a multi-room audio system required a significant outlay, and a lot of wiring. Being able to listen to the same music throughout your home was once an expensive ...

TV and home video editor Ty Pendlebury joined CNET Australia in 2006, and moved to New York City to be a part of CNET in 2011. He tests, reviews and writes about the latest TVs and audio equipment.

I got a sneak-peak at the dazzling ELS Studio 3D audio system, in a 2021 Acura TLX. ELS Studio 3D won Business Insider's Car Audio System of the Year award in 2018. An update to the system includes a ...

Upgrading car audio enhances driving comfort and enjoyment, not just loudness or bass. Prioritize goals, budget, and each component—speakers, subwoofers, amps, wiring, and tuning matter. Professional ...

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It's a new year, and the biggest consumer audio trends were on full display at CES 2026. Here's what's to come.