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RARE PHOTOS: Sonos - The Real Truth

New Marantz hi-fi, a tiny vinyl update, a key moment for Sonos and more

All the latest hi-fi and home cinema news, explained by our experts

OpenAI Hardware Pivot Sends Blunt Warning to Audio Giant. How to Play Hard-Hit Sonos Stock Here.

OpenAI Hardware Pivot Sends Blunt Warning to Audio Giant. How to Play Hard-Hit Sonos Stock Here.

OpenAI is reportedly building a screen-free smart speaker. SONO stock dropped fast on the news.

Sonos' big beta app update finally adds a feature I've been wanting for months

Sonos' big beta app update finally adds a feature I've been wanting for months

Precision is everything, but this beta makes a wide array of tweaks

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The new Sonos app hits its public beta phase – but will it be enough to win back fans?

The new Sonos app arrives in public beta

WiiM Sound is the smart speaker upgrade I've been waiting for

Need a new smart speaker in 2026? You should just get the WiiM Sound. It sounds better than anything by Google, Amazon, and Sonos, and it has much better connectivity.

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'I've been waiting for this for ages!': The Sonos app's new navigation, volume controls and speaker ordering are finally rolling out — though you might not get them right away

Sonos has announced a key update to its app, and it's rolling out to everybody over the next two weeks

Samsung HW-Q990H vs Sonos Arc Ultra: which Dolby Atmos soundbar is better?

It’s solo soundbar vs soundbar system in a sonic battle for the ages

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Bose Lifestyle Ultra Speaker

Bose Lifestyle Ultra Speaker

Despite some promise on paper, we’re struggling to figure out where Bose’s premium Lifestyle Ultra Speaker fits into the current wireless market.

The PlayStation physical games debacle is taking over everything Sony does — it’s the biggest tech PR disaster since Sonos’ app update, so will Sony learn the lessons that turned Sonos around?

The PlayStation physical games debacle is taking over everything Sony does — it’s the biggest tech PR disaster since Sonos’ app update, so will Sony learn the lessons that turned Sonos around?

Sony's decision to drop physical media from 2028has caused a customer revolt, and everything the company does is overwhelmed by the backlash. Will it listen to lessons from history on how to turn this around?

Sonos is finally improving its app — but it's not moving fast enough, so people are building new alternatives to solve big gripes about home theater setups and more customizable sound

Sonos is finally improving its app — but it's not moving fast enough, so people are building new alternatives to solve big gripes about home theater setups and more customizable sound

Sonos users are making their own alternatives to the official app and sharing them on the Sonos subreddit

T3 Awards 2026: All the Headphones and Audio winners this year

T3 Awards 2026: All the Headphones and Audio winners this year

The T3 Awards 2026 rewards the very best in Audio

‘Easy on the eyes and ridiculously stunning sound’ — I tested the Marshall Stanmore IV home speaker and it’s coming for Sonos’ crown

‘Easy on the eyes and ridiculously stunning sound’ — I tested the Marshall Stanmore IV home speaker and it’s coming for Sonos’ crown

The Marshall Stanmore IV is an exceptional home speaker, boasting powerful bass and refined treble regardless of the volume. It looks beautiful and retro, too.

The Marshall Acton IV won me over with its charming retro design and incredible sound — and it’s earned a permanent spot on my coffee table

The Marshall Acton IV won me over with its charming retro design and incredible sound — and it’s earned a permanent spot on my coffee table

The Marshall Acton IV is a charming, retro-styled home speaker that boasts detailed sound. It can be paired with other Homeline IV speakers too.

I'm an audio obsessive and gigging musician, and these are the 5 best Bluetooth speakers we've tested in 2026 — from portables to party speakers and everything in between

I'm an audio obsessive and gigging musician, and these are the 5 best Bluetooth speakers we've tested in 2026 — from portables to party speakers and everything in between

We've tested tons of Bluetooth speakers. These are the best ones launched in 2026 so far

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The 11 best hi-fi upgrades of 2026 so far — we gave these speakers, turntables and DACs our highest marks after tough testing

From Sonos to Wharfedale to iFi — here are the highest-rated hi-fi and speaker upgrades we've tested

ICYMI: the 7 biggest tech stories of the week, from GTA 6 pre-orders to our Oura Ring 5 review

Need to catch up on everything that happened over the last seven days? We've got you covered.

“What’s the best 55-inch OLED deal?” I asked our Instagram followers to send us their Prime Day questions – here’s what they wanted to know

Sonos soundbars, standmount speaker upgrades and Sony XM5 savings were on the agenda this Prime Day

I Tested the Bose Lifestyle Ultra Soundbar — Here's Why It Might Be the Stylish Sonos Alternative You've Been Waiting For

Bose’s biggest acoustic overhaul in a decade makes for a soundbar that's hard to fault, and even harder to stop looking at

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GTA 6 pre-orders are here, and these soundbars I’ve tested are all you need for a fully immersive experience when the game drops

The 5 soundbars I’d recommend for fully immersing yourself in GTA 6 when it launches — including all-in-one options and Dolby Atmos surround systems.

I’ve tested more than 20 soundbars, but these 4 affordable models are my picks for cinematic sound on a budget — including ultra-cheap all-in-one bars and awesome Dolby Atmos options

These 4 soundbars I tested deliver exceptional quality without forcing you to break the bank — with ultra-cheap options and budget-friendly Dolby Atmos alternatives.

The 4 turntables they really want on Graduation Day — or for their new apartment — as picked by an audio editor

I test audio kit for a living, and any of this quartet is the right choice for a graduation gift — see my picks for traditional hi-fi setups, Bluetooth streaming or even Sonos compatibility

‘A better price for the same performance’: I reviewed Sonos’ cheaper Era 100 SL wireless speaker, and was shocked at how few concessions were made to make this a bargain

Sonos’s cheaper Era 100 makes no sonic sacrifices — although some users might find themselves missing out on a few nice-to-have features.

ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest tech news stories, from Commodore flip-phone nostalgia to Tim Cook's Apple price-hike warning

The week's 7 biggest tech news stories, featuring Commodore, Apple, Microsoft and more, for June 20, 2026.

38 glorious gadgets to level up your outdoor living

From sophisticated garden parties to sunny afternoons spent clipping topiary, bring the outdoors to life with these gadgets

The Sonos app is getting a major refresh this week – here's what's new

The new features should make it easier to use.

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