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TCL unveiled its Q95K soundbar system in China, featuring an 11.1.4‑channel layout, 22 drivers, and a 1,420‑watt peak output, paired with a wireless subwoofer and two rear speakers. Samsung refreshed its flagship HW‑Q990F for 2026, also offering an 11.1.4‑channel configuration but with 16 speaker drivers, a lighter subwoofer, and a mixed‑material bar. Both units support Dolby Atmos and DTS:X and integrate with their respective brand TVs through TCL’s T‑Chord and Samsung’s Q‑Symphony. TCL collaborated with Bang & [...]

Astell & Kern has released the PD20, a high-end portable audio player priced at £1,799. The device features 256GB of internal storage, expandable up to 2.25TB, and utilizes a quad ESS DAC with a twin headphone amplifier. It supports major streaming services and Roon. While the PD20 maintains the brand’s reputation for superior electronics and metalwork, it distinguishes itself from the previous PD10 model by revisiting its core functionality. The PD20 is designed primarily for mobile headphone [...]

Leaks from Evan Blass indicate that Google will not release Pixel Buds Pro 3 alongside the upcoming Pixel 11 launch. Instead, the company is introducing a new dark green color variant for the existing Pixel Buds Pro 2. The leaked images confirm the earbuds are identical in design to the current model, dispelling earlier speculation about hardware changes. This follows a pattern where Google updates colors annually, such as the 2023 and 2025 releases. The Pixel Buds [...]

Samsung is reportedly developing a new line of open‑ear Galaxy Buds featuring ear‑hook designs that secure the earbuds during workouts. Leaked images show the “Buds Canal 5” model, which resembles existing workout earbuds like Anker’s Soundcore and Shokz’s OpenFit. The buds are expected to include USB‑C charging, dust and water resistance, and possibly active noise cancellation. Samsung has previously hinted at a clip‑on, bone‑conduction model, but the current design suggests a shift toward a more traditional open‑ear format. [...]

Samsung’s Galaxy Buds lineup expands with a newly leaked model, codenamed “Buds Canal 5,” featuring a traditional eartip combined with ear‑hooks for secure fit. The design, first spotted in a Samsung app by SamMobile, mirrors styles used by JBL, Anker, and Beats but marks Samsung’s first foray into hook‑style earbuds. No physical prototype or case details are available yet, and the product’s official name remains unknown. The release is expected alongside other Galaxy Buds updates and upcoming Galaxy [...]

Winamp announced a partnership with Deezer to power a new premium music subscription service embedded in its next‑generation player, slated for release in the first half of 2027. The deal gives Winamp access to Deezer’s white‑label streaming technology and global licensed catalog while preserving Winamp’s brand and user interface. The upcoming app will blend premium streaming with users’ local libraries, internet radio, podcasts, and cloud collections, offering a highly customizable experience with social features and advanced discovery [...]

Samsung’s upcoming “Galaxy Buds On” have resurfaced in a fresh leak that reveals an open‑ear form factor and a charging case resembling the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro. The images, obtained by SamMobile, show the earbuds accented in green or gray and suggest a possible light feature, though details remain vague. Industry observers note the design aligns Samsung with competitors such as Motorola and Bose that already offer open‑ear audio. The name “Galaxy Buds Able” has also circulated, but “Galaxy [...]

Amazon is offering month‑end Apple promotions that slash the cost of three AirPods lines. The standard AirPods 4 without active‑noise cancellation now sell for $99, a $30 reduction from the manufacturer’s suggested retail price. The same model with ANC is listed at $144.99, reflecting a $35 discount. AirPods Pro 3 are priced at $199.99 after a $50 cut, and Prime members in select regions can receive them as early as the same day. The biggest rebate applies to the over‑ear [...]