Razer’s Clio is a $230 surround sound head cushion
Razer's Clio is a $230 surround sound head cushion Razer’s Clio is a $230 surround sound head cushion The Razer Clio speaker is potentially a more comfortable alternative to wearing wireless headphones. | Image: Razer Razer has announced three new products today, including an alternative to wireless headphones called the Clio that’s designed to attach […]
Sonos and Ikea are ending their partnership
Sonos and Ikea are ending their partnership After several years, the collaboration between Sonos and Ikea on “Symfonisk” products like lamp speakers, bookshelf speakers, and even picture frame speakers has reached its conclusion. Sonos confirmed to The Verge on Tuesday that current inventory of the Symfonisk lineup is being phased out globally at all Ikea […]
The best Sonos speakers to buy in 2025
The best Sonos speakers to buy in 2025 After the year of self-induced tumult that Sonos has been through, I can understand why some people are reluctant to spend money on the company’s products. But interim CEO Tom Conrad has shown that he’s determined to get back on track and revitalize Sonos as the leading […]
Sonos appoints software veteran Hugo Barra to its board after app troubles
Sonos appoints software veteran Hugo Barra to its board after app troubles As Sonos continues a company-wide effort to redeem itself after last year’s app snafu, it’s adding a well-known industry name to its board of directors. This morning, Sonos announced that Hugo Barra is joining the board to replace Mike Volpi, who is stepping […]
Sonos permanently drops the price of its Era 100 speaker and Ray soundbar
Sonos permanently drops the price of its Era 100 speaker and Ray soundbar The Era 100 was originally $249. Sonos is lowering the price of two products in an effort to boost hardware sales amid a continued slump. The company’s Era 100 smart speaker and entry-level Ray soundbar now both cost $199. That’s a $50 […]
Sonos is still trying to figure out why everyone hates its app
Sonos is still trying to figure out why everyone hates its app Sonos chief innovation officer Nick Millington says in an update published yesterday that he and his team are “100% focused” on understanding and addressing issues with the Sonos app. It’s the latest in a series of Millington’s posts sharing his team’s progress as […]
The Sonos app fiasco: how a great audio brand nearly ruined its reputation
The Sonos app fiasco: how a great audio brand nearly ruined its reputation In May 2024, Sonos released a completely rebuilt and overhauled mobile app for Android and iOS. The new software was meant to improve performance, make the app feel more customizable, and allow for new features in the future. But customers immediately complained […]
The armless PP-1 turntable is made from a solid block of aluminum
The armless PP-1 turntable is made from a solid block of aluminum You can show off your vinyl on the PP-1 which doesn’t have a visible tonearm or stylus. | Image: Waiting For Ideas A Paris-based creative studio has announced a minimalist turntable with controls streamlined to just a play button and a volume knob. […]
Sonos speakers and soundbars are 25 percent off for existing customers
Sonos speakers and soundbars are 25 percent off for existing customers The Sonos Era 100 is more affordable than ever for Sonos customers. Since its app fiasco last year, Sonos has been busy slowly rebuilding its reputation with customers. This latest sale, which is exclusive to existing customers, seems to be a part of that […]
Can Meta still make the metaverse?
Can Meta still make the metaverse? Meta is clearly all in on AI, and for good reason. With models like Llama, products like the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses, and a monetization plan like Facebook ads, it’s one of the companies best positioned to make AI really work. But it wasn’t that long ago that Meta […]