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Simon Cohen

Simon Cohen

Contributing Editor, A/V

Simon Cohen covers a variety of consumer technologies, but has a special interest in audio and video products, like spatial audio, whole-home music systems, wireless earbuds and headphones, 4K HDR TVs, and soundbars. He has written for Ozy.com, Mobilesyrup, Driving.ca, and VentureBeat, and appeared as a guest tech expert on international TV and radio programs, including BBC Radio, CTV News Channel, and CBC Radio. He is currently a full-time contributor to Digital Trends' Audio/Video section.

The LG G3 OLED TV on a stand, showing a mountain scene on the screen.

How to mirror your smartphone or tablet on your TV

Casting apps and streaming services to your TV from your phone is cool, but with screen mirroring you can share whatever you see on your device. Here's how.
Marshall Emberton III in cream.

Marshall’s Emberton and Willen speakers get microphones and Auracast

Marshall has updated its Emberton and Willen portable Bluetooth speakers with speakerphone capability and Auracast compatibility.
Earfun Air Pro 4 in front of case.

Best cheap headphones and earbuds 2024: Earfun, Soundcore, Beats, and others

Saving money and getting great sound quality needn't be mutually exclusive. These headphones and earbuds prove it.
Victrola VPT-800 Automatic Turntable.

You can now buy Victrola’s repeat-play automatic turntable

Victrola's VPT-800 Automatic Turntable does it all, and does it automatically as many times as you wish.
Chromecast icon seen on a smartphone screen.

Chromecast or Google Cast? Google’s confusing wireless streaming tech explained

Chromecast, Chromecast built-in, and Google Cast. Are they the same thing? And if not, what are the differences between them? We have the answers.
An Android phone with the Sonos app showing the music sources tab menu, next to a Sonos Roam wireless speaker.

Yes, Sonos, bring back the old app!

Sonos has said it will take months before its new app will be as stable and as useful as the old one. Why should we have to wait?
Kim Kardashian models three new Beats Studio Pro colors.

Beats Studio Pro get the Kim Kardashian treatment

Beats is releasing its flagship headphones in three new colors created by Kim Kardashian.
Nakamichi

Nakamichi’s insane Dragon soundbar reborn with quad 750-watt subwoofers

Think soundbars don't get any more extreme than Nakamichi's Dragon? Think again.
OnePlus Buds Pro 3.

OnePlus teases the arrival of the Buds Pro 3

OnePlus has a new set of noise-canceling wireless earbuds, but that's about all we know so far.
Earfun Air Pro 4 in case, lid open.

Earfun Air Pro 4 review: the best budget wireless earbuds on the planet

Earfun's new flagship noise-canceling earbuds once again set a new standard for value and performance under $100.
Two pairs of Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 in their charge case.

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 get smaller and smarter

Google says its new flagship wireless earbuds are more comfortable, smarter than in the past, and better for calls.
Cambridge Audio Evo One.

Cambridge Audio Evo One is a 14-driver wireless music speaker that doubles as a soundbar

Cambridge Audio's latest speaker does wireless music streaming and much more.
Man wearing KEF Mu7 wireless noise-canceling headphones.

AptX Adaptive vs. aptX HD vs. LDAC: Which Bluetooth codec is the best?

If sound quality, latency, and battery power are important to you, here's what you need to know.
McIntosh MX200 AV Processor.

McIntosh’s MX200 AV processor includes full Dirac Live room correction

McIntosh's latest Dolby Atmos/DTS:X AV processor now includes multiple analog inputs, plus a full license for Dirac's room correction.
1More SonoFlow Pro HQ51.

1More says its $90 SonoFlow Pro HQ51 headphones are better than Bose and Sony

1More says its new SonoFlow Pro HQ51 headphones beat Bose and Sony's best in key areas, while keeping a sub-$100 price.
Cambridge Audio DAC Magic 200M.

What is a DAC, and why would you need one?

What is a DAC, or digital-to-analog converter? Here's how these common components work, and why audiophiles like to use upgraded versions for their music.
TCL NXTFrame A3000W Pro.

TCL’s NXTFrame gallery TV launches with a little help from Bang & Olufsen

TCL's NXTFrame TV is an art gallery TV that goes head-to-head with Samsung's The Frame TV and Hisense's CanvasTV.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro with Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro review: say goodbye to AirPods envy

Samsung's newest wireless earbuds may look and function like Apple AirPods, but the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro still manage to impress on their own strengths.
Caleb Denison stands behind a 115-inch TCL QM89 4K TV.

Buy TCL’s giant 115-inch TV, get a ticket to the Super Bowl

TCL has some big freebies for the first 115 buyers of its big 115-inch TCL QM89 4K TV.
AptX Adaptive active on the Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate.

What is aptX? Cutting through the clutter of Qualcomm’s Bluetooth codecs

The world of Bluetooth codecs can be a swamp of confusing technical jargon, especially when it comes to Qualcomm's aptX family. Here's what you need to know.
A still frame from the personalized 3D audio profile creation tool on a Sony PS5.

Personalized spatial audio comes to the PlayStation 5

Sony's gaming console now offers a more immersive audio experience for headset and earbud users.
Nebula Capsule Air.

Nebula’s Capsule Air projector is so light you can stick it to a wall

Anker's Nebula line of projectors has two new models for big, bright images and extreme portability.
Audio-Technica AT-SP3X powered bookshelf speakers.

Audio-Technica’s affordable powered bookshelf speakers are made for vinyl

For vinyl fans on a budget, Audio-Technica has created the AT-SP3X powered bookshelf speakers for easy pairing with the company's entry-level turntables.
Jordan Love wearing the Sony WF-1000XM5 wireless headphones.

Sony is now the official headphones of the NFL

Sony takes on a sponsorship that has been vacant since Bose decided not to renew its relationship with the NFL.
Qualcomm Snapdragon Sound earbuds and smartphone image.

What is Snapdragon Sound? Qualcomm’s wireless audio brand fully explained

Bluetooth audio can be confusing at the best of times. Qualcomm hopes to simplify it with Snapdragon Sound. But does it actually make things easier?
P1 by Astell&Kern portable digital audio player.

Astell&Kern’s latest digital audio player costs hundreds less than previous models

The P1 by Astell&Kern is far more affordable than any of the company's previous models, yet it boasts some impressive specs.
Wiim Ultra.

Wiim Ultra review: spectacular streamer

Wiim's new flagship streamer is stunning to look at and listen to. Only its lack of AirPlay keeps it from perfection.
Published Spigen ad on Amazon showing purported images of the unannounced Google Pixel Buds Pro 2.

As Samsung copies Apple, leaked Pixel Buds Pro 2 pics show Google sticking to its guns

If a new set of leaked images are accurate, the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 will be very similar to the current model.
Earfun Air Pro 4.

Earfun Air Pro 4 ANC earbuds go all-in on hi-res, lossless, and Auracast for under $100

Earfun's new sub-$100 wireless earbuds have an enormous list of high-end features.
Wiim Ultra.

The current Wiim Ultra will never get Apple AirPlay

Wiim's new flagship streaming music player wasn't AirPlay certified at launch, and now we know it never will be.
OnePlus 5T AptX HD

What are Bluetooth codecs, and do they really matter? The wireless audio tech fully explained

Bluetooth codecs can affect the sound of your wireless headphones and your ability to react quickly while gaming. Want to know more? We've got all the details.
Ifi Go Link headphone amp/DAC plugged into an iPhone 14 and Sennheiser HD 560S - with magenta LED indicating MQA playback.

What is hi-res audio, and how can you experience it right now?

Hi-res audio has gone from an audiophile novelty to a mainstream attraction, but there's still a bit of a learning curve to master before you can enjoy it.
Wiim Ultra.

Need AirPlay? Hold off on the Wiim Ultra for now

Apple's popular wireless streaming protocol is a no-show on Wiim's flagship music streamer, at least for now.
Hisense CanvasTV.

Hisense prices its 65-inch CanvasTV way less than The Frame

Hisense has released its 65-inch Canvas TV with a price that comes in much lower than its Samsung competitor, The Frame TV.