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Dirac HD Player App for iPhone Earbuds Review Dirac HD Player App for iPhone Earbuds Review The question I believe I need to answer is whether purchasing the Dirac HD Player for your stock iPhone earbuds is better than buying a new set of headphones... read on to see.
Sony XAV-701HD A/V Receiver with Bluetooth Review Sony XAV-701HD A/V Receiver with Bluetooth Review The new Sony XAV-701HD in-dash A/V receiver has a lot to offer today's tech-savvy customer. With all kinds of smartphone connectivity, it makes this unit an easy choice for those looking to upgrade.
G-RAID with Thunderbolt Drive Review G-RAID with Thunderbolt Drive Review I needed a drive (or drives) that didn't compromise speed. Basically, I wanted a Thunderbolt drive. G-Technology's G|RAID solution intrigued me, so I decided to try it out for myself.
Greg Lake (Lead Singer of ELP) Interview Greg Lake (Lead Singer of ELP) Interview This is an interview with Greg Lake, former frontman of ELP and King Crimson. We discuss past accolades and future works and why the Progressive Music genre is shunned by the Rock Hall of Fame.
Geneva Sound System Model XS Speaker Review Geneva Sound System Model XS Speaker Review This week we're reviewing the Geneva Sound System Model XS. The Geneva XS bills itself as the "world’s first portable audio system with true Hi-Fi sound."
id America Metropolitan In-Ear Headphones Review id America Metropolitan In-Ear Headphones Review The $30 id America Metropolitan headphones come in a wide variety of colors to suit just about any style or mood. They have an in-line control and mic for use with your smartphone.
harman/kardon AVR 700 & AVR 1700 A/V Receiver Preview harman/kardon AVR 700 & AVR 1700 A/V Receiver Preview This is a preview of the new harman/kardon AVR 700 and AVR 1700 entry level A/V receivers. Both units have different goals in mind for functionality and connectivity. This article will help clarify.
Samsung UN55ES8000F 55" SmartTV Review Samsung UN55ES8000F 55" SmartTV Review This is Samsung's latest Smart TV, the UN55ES8000F. This is a rather large upgrade in terms of both the hardware and software. Samsung reduced the bezel to around 1/2" in thickness and updated the OS.
Phiaton PS 210 BTNC Half In-Ear Headphones Review Phiaton PS 210 BTNC Half In-Ear Headphones Review Sonically, the Phiaton PS 210 BTNC stands up to many in-ear headphones of the same price that don't have noise cancelling and Bluetooth 3.0 as included features. Plus they work in passive mode.
Funk Audio 8.2P Floorstanding Loudspeaker Preview Funk Audio 8.2P Floorstanding Loudspeaker Preview At $4240/pair ($3540/pair pre-release price), Funk Audio is looking to impress with a combination tweeter/upper midrange planar driver and two 8" mid-bass woofers, and a 35Hz low point with the 8.2P.