Marshall’s compact but powerful smart speaker makes Alexa rock

Sweden’s Zound Industries, the company that manufactures headphones and speakers under license from Marshall Amps, has announced the release of a new Bluetooth speaker called the Uxbridge Voice, which has Alexa built in and supports AirPlay 2.Continue … Continue reading Marshall’s compact but powerful smart speaker makes Alexa rock

Minimalist Beosound Balance adds stylish sonic power to any home

There are a good many options available if you want to talk to your streaming speaker, as well as listen to audio. And now there’s another, for the well-heeled living room courtesy of high-end gear maker Bang & Olufsen. The stylish Beosound Balance boa… Continue reading Minimalist Beosound Balance adds stylish sonic power to any home

Naim reveals 2nd gen compact all-in-one Mu-so Qb streaming system

High end audio veteran Naim Audio caused something of a ripple on the home audio scene in 2014 with the release of the mighty Mu-so wireless music system. This was followed two years later by a more compact flavor called the Qb. We’re now in … Continue reading Naim reveals 2nd gen compact all-in-one Mu-so Qb streaming system

Plynth scans album art to kick off Spotify playback

There are occasions when you might want to listen to some music but can’t be bothered – or are not able – to power up the turntable and break out the vinyl. Product developer Jono Matusky wanted a way to play his albums while working in his s… Continue reading Plynth scans album art to kick off Spotify playback

Why Exclusive TV Works for Netflix But Exclusive Albums Don’t Work for Tidal

With Beyonce’s ‘Lemonade’ on Tidal and Drake’s ‘Views From the 6’ on Apple Music, how are you going to DJ your party this weekend? Continue reading Why Exclusive TV Works for Netflix But Exclusive Albums Don’t Work for Tidal

SoundCloud Go: An Audacious Answer to Spotify That’s Dying to Stand Out

After years of negotiating with the music industry, signing labels big and small one by one, SoundCloud is finally launching its paid subscription service. The post SoundCloud Go: An Audacious Answer to Spotify That’s Dying to Stand Out appeared first … Continue reading SoundCloud Go: An Audacious Answer to Spotify That’s Dying to Stand Out