Samsung Q990D review: the best Dolby Atmos soundbar, and now perfect for PS5 and Xbox Series X, too

Samsung HW-Q990D review: Two minute review The Samsung HW-Q990D follows in the footsteps of one of the best soundbars in recent years, the Samsung HW-Q990C, but adds gaming features including 4K 120Hz and VRR pass-through, along with a more refined and controlled sound profile.  Filled to the brim with features, the Q990D offers plenty of … Read more

The next HomePod could be more like a soundbar according to this Apple patent – and it hints at fixing the HomePod 2’s biggest issue

The next Apple HomePod might have a much longer and thinner horizontal design than previous models, making it look more like a soundbar, according to an Apple patent spotted by AppleInsider. The patent details the design of what appears to be a horizontal HomePod with speakers and a central display that reminds us of the design of the JBL … Read more

We love the Bose Smart 600 Dolby Atmos soundbar – and it’s in Amazon’s early sale right now

The Bose Smart 600 soundbar is easily one of the best soundbars we’ve ever tested, giving you Dolby Atmos sound and plenty of wireless streaming options in a compact size, all for an affordable price.  With the arrival of the Amazon Big Spring Sale, the Bose Smart 600 soundbar just got more affordable as it’s … Read more

Samsung has been world’s biggest soundbar brand for 10 years in a row

Samsung has announced that it was the world’s biggest soundbar brand in 2023. With another year as the top-ranked soundbar brand globally, the South Korean firm has become the world’s biggest soundbar brand for ten years. Samsung has been the world’s biggest soundbar brand globally since 2013 According to a report from FutureSource Consulting, Samsung … Read more

TCL Q6310 Soundbar Review: Solid Sound, Uninspiring

Swapping between the bar’s multiple inputs is slightly more intuitive, with a different LED color assigned to each input: HDMI ARC glows magenta, optical is yellow, the analog input is green, and the USB input is cyan. This color coding has become more common in A/V gear of late, usually seen in active/powered bookshelf speakers … Read more