How-To Geek - Audio

JBL’s Latest Bluetooth Speakers Have Better Sound and Straps

Cory Gunther — Mon, 08 Jan 2024 13:00:19 GMT

JBL has finally announced upgraded models of its popular Clip 5 and Go 4 portable Bluetooth speakers. Both mini speakers pack improved sound, better Bluetooth technology, new colors, and bigger clips and straps. We're also getting a powerful JBL Xtreme 4.

The Best Bluetooth Headphones for Nintendo Switch of 2024

Kris Wouk — Thu, 04 Jan 2024 17:30:25 GMT

The best Bluetooth headphones for the Nintendo Switch produce outstanding audio quality, have good noise cancellation, and stay powered for hours. Here are the best options to pick up.

The Best Smart Speakers of 2023

Jon Bitner — Sun, 26 Nov 2023 15:00:19 GMT

A good smart speaker does more than pump out impressive tunes; it often serves as the centerpiece for a connected smart home. Here are the seven smart speakers for every budget, ecosystem, and audiophile.

Should You Connect Your PC Headphones With USB or the Headphone Jack?

Sydney Butler — Sat, 25 Nov 2023 17:00:20 GMT

If you have a set of wired headphones that let you connect to a computer with either a USB connection or a traditional headphone jack, you may be wondering what the actual difference is between using these two port options.

The WiiM Amp Is More Than Just an Amplifier

Arol Wright — Wed, 22 Nov 2023 14:00:19 GMT

Getting the right amplifier is important, especially when you want to use more powerful headphones that don't always work on standard headphone jacks. As you go louder, in some cases, you might need external help, whether that's for boosting output, improving sound quality, or just making sure your audio is working just fine. WiiM just released the WiiM Amp, and it looks like an impressive option.

Victrola Hi-Res Onyx Review: A Solid Record Player With Bluetooth

Tyler Hayes — Tue, 21 Nov 2023 11:00:20 GMT

Turntables aren’t supposed to be known for their wireless connectivity, but more often than not, in 2023, the inclusion of Bluetooth or Wi-Fi isn’t a niche feature of a record player. Victrola already ventured into this space with its Sonos-compatible models, but now it has a more universal Bluetooth option with its Hi-Res Onyx.

How to Remove Audio from a Video Before Sharing It on iPhone

Benj Edwards — Sun, 19 Nov 2023 16:00:23 GMT

Sometimes, you'd like to share a video with others, but the accompanying audio track is distracting or perhaps introduces privacy concerns. Luckily, there's a quick way to silence a video using Photos on iPhone and iPad. Here's how.

Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (Gen 4) Review: Better Than Ever, but So Is the Competition

Kris Wouk — Fri, 13 Oct 2023 10:00:34 GMT

While its roots may lie in the storied Neve brand, Focusrite has been better known for its solid, affordable audio interfaces for years. The company has revamped its popular Scarlett line, and the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Gen 4 seems to be the perfect option for the solo artist or aspiring podcaster.

Google Brings Back Multiple Speaker Groups for Nest and Chromecast

Andrew Heinzman — Wed, 11 Oct 2023 15:39:31 GMT

An ongoing patent dispute with Sonos has made the Google Home ecosystem significantly worse for music fans. Some of Google's best home audio features, including universal volume control and flexible speaker grouping, have been stripped away from Nest and Chromecast products. But Google is finally leaving the courtroom with good news: two of Sonos' patents are invalid.

Smartphones Prove That Laptop Speakers Don't Have to Suck

Sydney Butler — Tue, 10 Oct 2023 13:01:36 GMT

If you have a mid-tier to high-end smartphone, you probably have no complaints about the sound when watching videos or even listening to music, but even high-end laptops seem to have absolutely terrible audio. Why can phones get it right?