Home Theater AV News

Audio Advice has acquired The Audio Lab, a Wilmington, NC store that served audiophiles for over 30 years. Audio Advice is now positioned to better serve customers up and and down the east coast.

The Holoplot X1 Matrix Array Sound System is a unique modular system that uses advanced beam-forming and other technology to deliver "previously inaccessible” audio performance to a variety of venues.

Xperi, the parent company to DTS, has released a report showing the rise in demand for in-car video and gaming tech. Audio is still king in the car, but DTS says folks want more screens!

Dolby will soon make its superb Dolby Vision projection systems available to theaters outside of the exclusive Dolby Cinema bubble. Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos in more theaters? Yes Please!

Lenbrook is partnering with HDtracks to launch a new streaming service this year, offering customers a choice between FLAC files or MQA-encoded audio for scalable lossless quality across platforms.

What happened to MQA since Lenbrook, the parent company to PSB, NAD, and Bluesound, purchased the company last autumn. The new MQA Labs unveiled three new technologies: AIRIA, FOQUS, and QRONO.

The Sonos Ace NC headphones offer Spatial audio with Dolby Atmos and dynamic head-tracking, but doesn’t offer Wi-Fi connectivity to integrate into an existing Sonos system. Was this a BIG misstep?

Humane AI Pin & Rabbit R1, talking AI devices launch with a sputter. New AI Siri and Google Assistant expected and a conversational ChatGPT 4o. Do we really have to talk to the Internet now?

Elac has teamed up with the fashion label Adsum to give the company’s small powered speakers a makeover. The $650 Debut ConneX Designer Series are lovely to behold, and sound just as good.

Owners of LG TVs can now listen to Dolby Atmos via Apple Music. The latest update to the app added support for the immersive sound format. The update covers TVs going back to 2018 models. Read on.

As of May 15th, 2024, Disney+ will offer IMAX Enhanced sound for select AV Hardware. This is the first time that DTS:X immersive audio will be available via a major streaming service but with caveats.

Loudspeaker manufacturer PMC and musician Steven Wilson are staging a British Invasion at High End Munich. Together they will be showcasing immersive audio with a massive Dolby Atmos system. Read on.

Sonos launched a new mobile app, merging content and controls on a customizable home screen, providing users a faster, better, personalized experience.

Big companies like Netflix, Meta, and even Nescafé are increasingly relying on high-tech launch events to create buzz for new releases. Does it work and is it worth the money? Read on to learn more.

Axpona 2024 was an avalanche of high-end loudspeakers and we saw some of the best systems from the best manufacturers. Here's a few of the loudspeaker highlights for us in our coverage of Axpona 2024.

It is with great sadness to inform you our dear friend and industry veteran Steve Feinstein has passed away on 4/19/24. His unique perspective and contributions to Audioholics will be greatly missed.

As of March 14th, 2024, Hulu has banned the sharing of account login information to friends and family outside the account-holder’s household. Rule breakers risk having their accounts suspended!

Audioholics Massive Giveaway Contest featuring 7 awesome prizes by Definitive Technology, SVS, RBH, Focal, Cambridge Audio & RSL. Celebrate 25-Years on one HUGE LiveStream w guests!

A new ballpark for the Oakland A’s is scheduled to open in Las Vegas in 2028. The stadium is to feature an 18,000-square-foot video wall and an eye-catching design. Read on.

Masimo Consumer to be a spin-off company from Masimo and will include audio brands like Denon, Marantz and B&W.; Is the move forced by investors just sound book-keeping or a signal of future sale?

Samsung announced pricing for its 2024 TVs, and a FREE TV promotion expiring April 11th. The 77-inch S95D QD-OLED will likely be the biggest draw for videophiles along with the new Tizen OS redesign.

On April 18th, 2024, Audioholics celebrates 25 years of “pursuing the truth” in audio publishing excellence as we are joined by our review staff and close channel partners with must have prize giveaways.

Looking for the newest, coolest audiovisual products for summer? Check our our annual cutting-edge gear list we recommend for summer. These products will be all the rage so get the NOW.

Tidal charges a hefty premium for high-res music. Starting on April 10th, 2024, Tidal will be discontinuing its tiered offerings and consolidating everything into a single service at $10.99/month!

The SVoD market has found its ceiling as streaming services continue to chip away value for consumers, it only gets worse from here. There's no better time for a return to physical media!

ESPN, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery are teaming up to create a new streaming service for sports fans. The joint venture will combine live TV with on-demand content, covering all major sports.