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HDMI Audio Extractor: Enhancing Your Audio Experience

HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) has become the standard for connecting audio and video devices. It allows for high-quality digital transmission of both audio and video signals, making it the go-to option for most modern devices. However, there are times when you may need to extract the audio signal from an HDMI source, and this is where an HDMI audio extractor comes in handy.

What is a microphone preamp and should you get one?

If you’re starting a podcast or building your first home studio setup, chances are you’ve probably heard the term “microphone preamp” pop up in a few places. Before buying a preamp, you need a microphone, or you’ll need to figure out what type of microphone to get. Got a mic? Great, now you’ll need a way to connect it.

The $99 AirPods Are Back At Amazon And Walmart

Looking for the best AirPods deals for February 2023? Each week SPY editors search the internet for the lowest prices on the AirPods family of products. We’ll regularly update this post throughout the week to ensure you always get the best possible deals.

A Fun And Entertaining Way To Bond With Loved Ones

In today's fast-paced world, it's becoming increasingly difficult for families to spend quality time together. However, one fun and entertaining way to bond with loved ones is through family karaoke night.

Bluetooth audio’s biggest upgrade in years is coming soon to headphones

We’re on the cusp of a new generation of wireless headphones that are more power-efficient, sound better, and support novel new features like being able to connect an “unlimited” number of devices to a single source.

What Is Hi-Res Audio, And How Can You Experience It Right Now?

High-resolution audio, hi-res audio, or even HD audio — whatever you decide to call it (for the record, the industry prefers “hi-res audio”), it’s a catch-all term that describes a type of digital audio that goes well beyond your garden-variety MP3 file. With several music-streaming services like Deezer, Tidal, Amazon Music, and Apple Music all touting their hi-res audio options, more people than ever are taking an interest in it.

Do You Need A DAC?

Let's take a look at what you've got before spending money you don't need to.

Lossless Bluetooth audio? Qualcomm says it’s coming in 2022

Qualcomm has revealed its next-generation Bluetooth chips for makers of wireless earbuds and headphones, and the company predicts that 2022 will be the year that we see a whole slew of new innovations like lossless hi-res audio, audio sharing, lower latency, and Bluetooth broadcasting come to our phones and personal audio gear.

Apple’s latest Studio Display update fixes an audio problem

Apple has released a new software update for the Studio Display following reports of audio problems like sound dropouts and choppy playback (via MacRumors). The new update, which Apple only says “resolves an audio issue”, is a revised version of update 15.5, and to download and install it, your Mac will need to be on macOS Monterey 12.4 or later.

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Best Stores To Buy MP3 And Digital Music You Own Forever

Streaming music from a service like Spotify or Apple Music is great, but it's not always convenient. For example, you'll need a solid internet connection. And while you can download songs for offline play...

Beef Up Your Smart Home Security In 5 Easy Steps

If we've learned anything from the last two years during the pandemic, it's how to manage spending a significant chunk of our time at home. At Las Vegas' annual Consumer Electronics Show in January, smart home experts told audiences that while life at home is expected to become more...

My new EyeTV set-up, and why Comcast's digital transition is a pain

On Monday, Colorado cable customers transitioned into a new digital world. Comcast switched off analog access to all but its most basic channels, i.e. the ones that they are still required to carry by law, and killed the clear-QAM signal that has made it possible for my EyeTV tuner to schedule and record TV for...

How To Play FLAC Files On All Of Your IOS Devices For The Best Lossless Sound

What are FLAC files, and what are their advantages? (Note: If you’re already generally familiar with FLAC files, feel free to skip to the next section.)

How To Connect Headphones To A TV

In the past, hooking up a set of headphones to a TV was as simple as locating the headphone jack and plugging in your cans. But newer TVs are dropping analog outputs faster than Taylor Swift can debut new albums, and that has left some folks wondering how they can enjoy their TVs and still listen using headphones. But all hope is not lost.

Apple Music’s lossless and spatial audio comes to select Android phones

On July 21, Apple released a new version of the Apple Music app for Android, bringing it up to date with the latest iOS features, specifically Apple’s support for both lossless audio and spatial audio via Dolby Atmos Music.

EarTrumpet is the Windows 10 volume control app Microsoft should have created

An awesome utility to improve audio in Windows 10

When it comes to headphone jacks, the LG V30 will be the anti-iPhone

The return of the Quad DAC will be accompanied by digital filters and more sonic customization

FLAC vs. MP3: Which format should you use and when should you use it?

Ever wonder what the differences are between the FLAC audio format and the MP3 format? Why are FLAC format files typically larger? 

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How to connect DVD to TV? | LiNKFOR SCART to HDMI Converter

When connecting a DVD to a TV, the most important thing is to connect the jacks correctly, and then adjust the source of the signal.

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Best Stores To Buy MP3 And Digital Music You Own Forever

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Beef Up Your Smart Home Security In 5 Easy Steps

If we've learned anything from the last two years during the pandemic, it's how to manage spending a significant chunk of our time at home. At Las Vegas' annual Consumer Electronics Show in January, smart home experts told audiences that while life at home is expected to become more...

My new EyeTV set-up, and why Comcast's digital transition is a pain

On Monday, Colorado cable customers transitioned into a new digital world. Comcast switched off analog access to all but its most basic channels, i.e. the ones that they are still required to carry by law, and killed the clear-QAM signal that has made it possible for my EyeTV tuner to schedule and record TV for...

How To Play FLAC Files On All Of Your IOS Devices For The Best Lossless Sound

What are FLAC files, and what are their advantages? (Note: If you’re already generally familiar with FLAC files, feel free to skip to the next section.)

How To Connect Headphones To A TV

In the past, hooking up a set of headphones to a TV was as simple as locating the headphone jack and plugging in your cans. But newer TVs are dropping analog outputs faster than Taylor Swift can debut new albums, and that has left some folks wondering how they can enjoy their TVs and still listen using headphones. But all hope is not lost.

Apple Music’s lossless and spatial audio comes to select Android phones

On July 21, Apple released a new version of the Apple Music app for Android, bringing it up to date with the latest iOS features, specifically Apple’s support for both lossless audio and spatial audio via Dolby Atmos Music.

EarTrumpet is the Windows 10 volume control app Microsoft should have created

An awesome utility to improve audio in Windows 10

When it comes to headphone jacks, the LG V30 will be the anti-iPhone

The return of the Quad DAC will be accompanied by digital filters and more sonic customization

FLAC vs. MP3: Which format should you use and when should you use it?

Ever wonder what the differences are between the FLAC audio format and the MP3 format? Why are FLAC format files typically larger?