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technology2 days ago•6 min saved

Auditioning a Home Dolby Atmos System: Quick, Repeatable Tests

Test a Dolby Atmos setup by first using Dolby’s official 7.1.4 test file to verify each speaker and channel (works with smaller setups too). Watch the on-screen guide to confirm correct speaker assignments and re-place or reassign channels if needed. Use a brief benchmark like Netflix’s Sol Levante to gauge spatial accuracy, then validate with real Atmos content (movies or Apple Music) to confirm immersion; for the full experience, connect via Apple TV 4K and ensure sources and services support Atmos. Double-check HDMI ARC/eARC connections and calibrations, and re-run the test after any tweak, keeping a short, repeatable benchmark to reference.

via Engadget|

#714 #audio-testing #dolby-atmos

technology3 days ago•2 min saved

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 5 Gets User-Replaceable Batteries and Bluetooth 6.0

Sennheiser’s Momentum True Wireless 5 earbuds are redesigned with user-replaceable batteries in both the buds and the charging case, likely in response to new EU rules; they boast Bluetooth 6.0 with aptX Adaptive, spatial Dolby Atmos with head-tracking, improved noise cancellation, and AI-based voice enhancement, plus a revamped Smart Control Plus app with an eight-band EQ. Available September 3 for $300 in five finishes (Graphite, Cream, Copper, Denim, Lavender), the buds offer up to 12 hours of playback per charge (40 hours total with the case).

via TechSpot|

#bluetooth-60 #dolby-atmos #momentum-true-wireless-5

technology6 days ago•15 min saved

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 5 Debuts with User-Replaceable Batteries and Dolby Atmos

Sennheiser unveils Momentum True Wireless 5 earbuds featuring a user-replaceable battery in both the earbuds and charging case, upgraded ANC and mic array, Dolby Atmos with head-tracking, Bluetooth 6.0 with aptX Adaptive and Snapdragon Sound, 12 hours of playback per charge (up to 40 hours with the case), IP54 durability, redesigned ergonomic fit, and five color options, shipping September 3 for $299.95.

via TechPowerUp|

#bluetooth-60 #dolby-atmos #momentum-true-wireless-5

technology23 days ago•9 min saved

Eight Fresh Audio Upgrades Elevate 2026 Listening Across Cars, Desks, and Living Rooms

A roundup of eight notable 2026 audio launches spanning car Dolby Atmos (Pioneer Sphera), high-end headphones (Audeze LCD 5-S), compact active wireless speakers (Cambridge Audio L/R S), Sony PS-LX5BT turntable, Edifier M90 with HDMI eARC, Denon Home 400, Klipsch The Nines II, and Sennheiser Momentum 5 Wireless, highlighting improved spatial sound, fidelity, and new connectivity like AirPlay 2, Bluetooth, and room-correction tuning.

via bgr.com|

#car-audio #dolby-atmos #hdmi-earc

technology1 month ago•9 min saved

Samsung Music Studio 7: stellar solo, unbeatable as a pair

Samsung's $500 Music Studio 7 is a premium Wi‑Fi speaker with a five‑driver, 3.1.1 setup and HDMI eARC, delivering solid standalone sound and, when paired with a second unit, a formidable TV audio option that can rival premium soundbars thanks to Dolby Atmos support, AirPlay 2, Google Cast, and Samsung's Group Play. It includes SpaceFit room calibration and a companion Sound app for EQ and grouping, and can sync up to 10 Samsung speakers. Limitations include limited turntable wiring (Bluetooth or an analog-to-digital adapter via optical) and a design that favors form over inconspicuous decor. A pair runs about $1,000 and offers strong value for immersive home theater sound.

via Engadget|

#airplay-2 #dolby-atmos #hdmi-earc

technology1 month ago•15 min saved

LG's StanbyME 2 Max Expands Movable 32-Inch 4K Personal Screen

LG has unveiled the StanbyME 2 Max, a larger movable personal screen with a 32-inch 4K panel, Dolby Vision and Atmos, an AI Processor Gen3 for picture and sound optimization, and a built-in battery (up to 4.5 hours) for portable use; it supports portrait/landscape modes, LG Gallery+ and LG Channels, and will roll out globally in phases.

via TechPowerUp|

#32-inch-4k-display #ai-processor-gen3 #dolby-atmos

tv-and-home-cinema2 months ago•79 min saved

Prime Day 2026 LIVE: home cinema pros spotlight OLED TVs, Atmos soundbars and projector deals

What Hi-Fi? is running a real-time Prime Day 2026 deals hub for home cinema gear, with editor-verified picks across OLED TVs, Dolby Atmos soundbars and projectors, plus price-history checks to avoid inflated discounts. Highlights include LG OLED42C5 at £729, TCL 65C6KS at £529, Hisense AX5125H soundbar (£199) and Anker Nebula Mars 3 projector, with quick links to Amazon and specialist retailers and tips to shop smart rather than chase hype.

via What Hi-Fi?|

#deals #dolby-atmos #oled-tv

deals2 months ago•13 min saved

Amazon's Fire TV Soundbar Plus Dips to All-Time Low During Prime Event

Amazon’s own Fire TV Soundbar Plus — a 3.1-channel bar with built‑in sub, dedicated center dialogue, Dolby Atmos and DTS:X — is on sale for $144 (down from $249) during Prime Day/Prime Early Deals, with one-cable setup, Fire TV integration, Bluetooth streaming, and four listening modes, offering a budget-friendly upgrade over built-in TV speakers.

via Kotaku|

#amazon #deals #dolby-atmos

technology2 months ago•3 min saved

Samsung HW-Q900F Crowned CR’s Best-Performing Soundbar

Consumer Reports crowned Samsung HW-Q900F the top-rated soundbar, giving it a perfect 5/5 for sound quality; the 7.1.2 system features seven drivers, a wireless sub, Dolby Atmos, SpaceFit Sound Pro Plus room-optimization, and Q-Symphony that pairs with compatible Samsung TVs, with LG SC9S and Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus also scoring highly in CR tests.

via bgr.com|

#consumer-reports #dolby-atmos #q-symphony

tv-and-home-cinema2 months ago•51 min saved

WiiM Debuts Dolby Atmos Soundbar, Eyeing Sonos

WiiM has unveiled its first Dolby Atmos soundbar, the WiiM Bar, a 3.0.2-channel eight-driver setup with top-firing height speakers, RoomFit auto-calibration, HDMI eARC, and streaming via the WiiM Home app (Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Qobuz, Roon). It launches in gloss black in July for £449 / $479, aiming to disrupt the market and challenge Sonos Beam Gen 2.

via What Hi-Fi?|

#dolby-atmos #home-cinema #sonos

technology2 months ago•10 min saved

Momentum 5 Wireless: Refined Sound and ANC, but at a Higher Price

Momentum 5 Wireless sharpens sound and ANC over Momentum 4, adds a user‑replaceable battery and an 8‑band EQ app with Dolby Atmos (head tracking coming soon), and improves call quality. It lasts about 57 hours with ANC and costs more than the previous model, making the upgrade worthwhile for sound and noise cancellation but pricey, with Atmos still a work in progress amid stiff competition.

via Engadget|

#active-noise-cancellation #bluetooth-54 #dolby-atmos

technology3 months ago•2 min saved

Android Auto Unveils Its Largest Update Yet: Edge-to-Edge Maps, Gemini AI, and HD Streaming

Google announces its biggest Android Auto update in years, featuring an edge-to-edge Maps interface that adapts to any car display, native Gemini AI integration, home screen widgets, Dolby Atmos spatial audio, and Full HD 60fps video streaming (playback allowed only when parked) with a DoorDash in-car ordering option; the rollout begins later this year across multiple brands.

via TechSpot|

#android-auto #dolby-atmos #google-gemini

av3 months ago•57 min saved

Bose bets on Atmos rival, Bowie goes 360°, and a wave of high-end hi‑fi launches

What Hi‑Fi? rounds up the week’s AV headlines: Bose unveils the Lifestyle Ultra line—a Dolby Atmos soundbar with a nine‑driver array and PhaseGuide, plus a Lifestyle Ultra Sub and Wireless Speakers to form a wireless surround system as a challenger to Sonos Arc Ultra; a David Bowie: You’re Not Alone 360‑degree immersive experience opens in London with spatial audio; Garmin launches the JL Audio Primacy premium speakers (S3 standmounts and T6 floorstanders) with a central CS streamer/preamp at steep prices; Jamo reveals Concert Legacy and Concert Element lines featuring DualCore design and down‑firing bass; Wilson Audio previews updated WATT/Puppy models, continuing its premium legacy. Read the full What Hi‑Fi? Rewind for more.

via What Hi-Fi?|

#av #bose #david-bowie

deals3 months ago•15 min saved

Amazon Fire TV Soundbar Plus Drops to $174, Packs 3.1 Dolby Atmos With Built-In Subwoofer

Amazon’s Fire TV Soundbar Plus is discounted to $174 (from $249), delivering a 3.1-channel setup with a built-in subwoofer, Dolby Atmos, and DTS:X in a single HDMI bar; it also features a dedicated center dialogue channel, four listening modes, and one-cable setup through HDMI ARC/eARC with Fire TV remote integration, offering a value-savvy upgrade over cheaper two-channel bars and rivaling higher-priced 3.1 systems.

via Gizmodo|

#amazon #built-in-subwoofer #deals

av3 months ago•53 min saved

Bose unveils Lifestyle Ultra lineup: Atmos-enabled soundbar, sub and wireless speaker aimed at rivals

Bose has unveiled its Lifestyle Ultra line—a Dolby Atmos-enabled soundbar backed by a matching Ultra Subwoofer and Ultra Speaker designed for multi‑room home audio. The bar uses nine drivers (six full‑range with four front‑facing and two upfiring) plus PhaseGuide and TrueSpatial processing for immersive Atmos, along with SpeechClarity AI and CleanBass via QuietPort. It supports Bose CustomTune room calibration, HDMI eARC, Bluetooth 5.3, Google Cast, Apple AirPlay and Spotify Connect (with Tidal Connect promised later). The Lifestyle Ultra lineup launches May 15, with the Soundbar priced around £1000/€1000/$1099/AU$1800, the Subwoofer around £900/€900/$899/AU$1300, and the Ultra Speaker from about £300 (Driftwood Sand variant £349). The system isn’t backward compatible with older Bose bars. Bose positions it as a “reimagined approach to home audio” and a competition to Sonos Arc Ultra.

via What Hi-Fi?|

#av #bose #dolby-atmos