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Simon Cohen
Simon Cohen
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Simon Cohen covers a variety of consumer technologies, but has a special interest in audio and video products, like whole-home music systems, true wireless earbuds and headphones, 4K HDR TVs, and surround sound technologies like Dolby Atmos. 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.

NuraTrue Pro inside charging case, held by hand.

NuraTrue Pro review: come for the lossless audio, stay for the sound

As one of the only wireless earbuds to support aptX Lossless, the NuraTrue Pro are aimed at audiophiles. Is that enough to justify their lofty price?
Sonos Arc Dolby Atmos Soundbar in white with Sub

The best soundbars 2023: which should you buy?

The best soundbars 2023: which should you buy?

These soundbars are guaranteed to give you way better TV sound, and some cost as little as $200. Stop listening to your TV's built-in speakers!
Skullcandy x Burton Crusher Evo worn by Anna Gasser.

Skullcandy and legendary snowboard brand Burton launch new collaboration

Skullcandy and legendary snowboard brand Burton launch new collaboration

Skullcandy has created a limited-edition set of headphones and earbuds featuring graphic elements from Burton.
Sony WH-1000XM5 wireless headphones hanging on wall hook in front of a mirror.

Best headphones for 2023: Sony, Sennheiser, Apple, and more

Best headphones for 2023: Sony, Sennheiser, Apple, and more

From budget-friendly to the best that money can buy, these are the headphones you should be shopping for.
LG G3 OLED evo 4K TV seen wall-mounted.

LG releases 2023 OLED TV prices: evo G3 starts at $2,500, preorders start March 6

LG releases 2023 OLED TV prices: evo G3 starts at $2,500, preorders start March 6

LG's 2023 OLED TV lineup has been fully priced, with its flagship G3 4K OLED starting at $2,500.
PSB M4U8 wireless headphones.

The first wireless hi-res headphones with UWB will arrive in 2024

The first wireless hi-res headphones with UWB will arrive in 2024

A new partnership between PSB Speakers, MQA, and Sonical will bring the first UWB-enabled wireless headphones, beating the sound quality of Bluetooth.
Handoff between Apple iPhone and Apple HomePod second-gen.

C’mon, Apple — if Sonos can admit it was wrong about Bluetooth, so can you

Sonos and Apple have many things in common, including their resistance to offering Bluetooth on their smart speakers. We think that should change.
Audio-Technica ATH-TWX9.

Best noise-canceling earbuds for 2023: from Sony, Jabra, and more

Best noise-canceling earbuds for 2023: from Sony, Jabra, and more

Are you looking for a set of noise-canceling earbuds, but you're not sure where to start? We've picked the best models for every activity and every budget.
Spotify app icon on iPhone.

Spotify’s new AI-driven DJ spins tracks just for you

Spotify’s new AI-driven DJ spins tracks just for you

Spotify is rolling out a new feature that gives you an AI-based DJ to introduce and comment on your music.
A man with a cochlear hearing implant listens to TV audio.

Amazon Fire TVs can stream directly to hearing implants

Amazon Fire TVs can stream directly to hearing implants

Select Fire TV models can now stream audio directly to Bluetooth-enabled cochlear hearing implants, eliminating the need for extra devices.
Beats Fit Pro in Tidal Blue, Coral Pink, and Volt Yellow.

Beats drops three new colors for the Fit Pro, including a eyeball-searing yellow

Beats drops three new colors for the Fit Pro, including a eyeball-searing yellow

The Beats Fit Pro, arguably some of the best workout earbuds you can buy, are now available in Coral Pink, Tidal Blue, and Volt Yellow.
Samsung's 2023 Neo QLED 4K and 8K TVs.

Samsung’s 2023 Neo QLED TVs start at $1,200 — and you can buy them this week

Samsung’s 2023 Neo QLED TVs start at $1,200 — and you can buy them this week

Samsung has finally released most of its 2023 Neo QLED TV prices for both 4K and 8K models.
Man wearing Sennheiser HD 660S2.

Sennheiser HD 660S2 review: I’m an open-back believer

When you want to really explore the detail and depth of your favorite tracks, the Sennheiser HD 660S2 are the perfect tool for the job.
DOK-ING-XD-Speedometer

Can we talk about wireless audio’s missing speedometer?

Can we talk about wireless audio’s missing speedometer?

Promises of hi-res, 24-bit, and lossless audio sound great, but how do you know that's what your wireless headphones or speakers are giving you?
A mid-credits scene from Ferris Bueller's Day Off showing Plex's Skip Credits option.

Plex now lets you skip the credits on movies and TV shows

Plex now lets you skip the credits on movies and TV shows

In a rush to see those post-credit scenes? Plex lets you do to the credits what you can already do to intros: skip them.
Apple AirPods Pro 2 and Sony WF-1000XM4

Best wireless earbuds for 2023: Jabra, Sony, Earfun, and more

Best wireless earbuds for 2023: Jabra, Sony, Earfun, and more

Looking for the best wireless earbuds but overwhelmed by all of the choices? We've tried tons of them so you don't have to — here are the models we recommend.
Close-up of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II.

Both of Bose’s QuietComfort Earbuds II can now be used independently

Both of Bose’s QuietComfort Earbuds II can now be used independently

Bose has released a small update that lets you use either the right or left QuietComfort II earbud on its own, for both calls and audio.
JBL Endurance Peak III in their charging case, hand-held.

JBL Endurance Peak 3 review: pure sports

For earbuds that will hold onto your ears and never let go, the JBL Endurance Peak 3 can outgrip and outlast almost any activity you throw at them.
Apple AirPlay 2 control center.

Apple AirPlay 2: the wireless audio and video streaming tech fully explained

Apple AirPlay 2: the wireless audio and video streaming tech fully explained

Airplay 2 is available on a growing list of devices. We explain what it is, how it's different from its predecessor, and how to take advantage of it.
The YouTube TV on a Roku TV.

YouTube TV: plans, pricing, channels, how to cancel, and more

YouTube TV: plans, pricing, channels, how to cancel, and more

YouTube TV plans come in a single flavor — $65 a month. But one of the leading streaming options also has a number of optional add-ons available.
Fruity Pebbles-themed JLab Go Air Pop wireless earbuds.

These Fruity Pebbles earbuds are a cereal junkie’s dream come true

These Fruity Pebbles earbuds are a cereal junkie’s dream come true

Flintstones fans can rejoice: their favorite cartoon's breakfast cereal has become the inspiration for a limited edition set of JLab earbuds and headphones.
An Apple AirPlay icon hovering above an Apple HomePod speaker.

Apple AirPlay 2 supports 24-bit lossless audio, but you can’t use it

If AirPlay is limited to 16-bit CD-quality streams, how is the HomePod able to use AirPlay at a better-than-CD 24-bits?
Five kids in uniforms standing side by side in a scene from Love 101 on Netflix.

Netflix’s new account-sharing rules punish students for being students

Netflix’s new account-sharing rules punish students for being students

I've got a kid in college who is no longer going to have access to our Netflix account unless I pay up.
Bose Smart Soundbar 600 (left) and Apple Second-gen HomePod.

Apple HomePods vs. Bose Smart Soundbar 600: can a pair replace a soundbar?

Apple HomePods vs. Bose Smart Soundbar 600: can a pair replace a soundbar?

You can use two of Apple's HomePods with an Apple TV for a full Dolby Atmos sound system. But is it better than a dedicated soundbar? We find out.
Sennheiser HD 660S2 open-back headphones.

Sennheiser HD 660S2: audiophile favorites get improved bass response

Sennheiser HD 660S2: audiophile favorites get improved bass response

Sennheiser's audiophile open-back HD 600-series lineup has a new flagship, which promises better bass and a smoother overall sound.
The Samsung S95C on display at CES 2023.

Samsung prices its 77-inch QD-OLED at $4,500. Presale starts now

Samsung prices its 77-inch QD-OLED at $4,500. Presale starts now

Samsung's S95C 77-inch QD-OLED TV is now up for presale with deliveries beginning by the end of February.
Rendering of a reportedly unreleased Sonos speaker created by The Verge.

New Sonos speakers apparently confirmed by accessory company

New Sonos speakers apparently confirmed by accessory company

Sonos' next speakers could be called the Era 100 and 300 according to a leaked document from Sanus.
Earfun Air Pro 3 in charging case.

Earfun Air Pro 3 review: three is a magic number

Earfun keeps refining its budget earbud formula, and the Air Pro 3 are proof that it's a winning formula indeed.
Apple TV app for webOS Hub.

LG brings Apple TV, Apple Music, and AirPlay to webOS Hub-based TVs

LG brings Apple TV, Apple Music, and AirPlay to webOS Hub-based TVs

LG has added Apple's most popular streaming apps and services to its webOS Hub, a version of the smart TV software licensed by third parties.
A Comcast cable box, remote, and TV.

The Super Bowl is finally in Dolby Vision – if you have Comcast

The Super Bowl is finally in Dolby Vision – if you have Comcast

Comcast's Xfinity cable service has scored when it comes to the Super Bowl. It will be the only way to watch the big game in Dolby Vision.
Rode NTH-100M headset.

Rode’s NTH-100M headphones are built for gamers

Rode’s NTH-100M headphones are built for gamers

Rode has adapted its NTH-100 headphones for gamers with the inclusion of a removable mic.
Sony STR-AN1000 AV receiver.

Sony’s 2023 AV receivers are Sonos-ready and work with wireless speakers

Sony’s 2023 AV receivers are Sonos-ready and work with wireless speakers

Sony has loaded its 2023 AV receiver lineup with HDMI 2.1, 8K, and Dolby Atmos, plus some surprises like wireless speaker and Sonos compatibility.
Netflix app icon on Apple TV.

Netflix expands its spatial audio, number of devices that can download content

Netflix expands its spatial audio, number of devices that can download content

Netflix is expanding its spatial audio feature to more titles and increasing the number of devices that can download offline content.
Klipsch The Sevens in walnut finish next to a turntable.

Klipsch follows the success of The Fives with The Sevens and Nines powered speakers

Klipsch follows the success of The Fives with The Sevens and Nines powered speakers

After a huge success with The Fives, a set of powered speakers designed as a soundbar alterative, Klipsch is back with The Sevens and The Nines.