The 5 best Bluetooth speakers of 2021 for listening to music outside and around the house

Table of Contents: Masthead Sticky Bluetooth speakers come in all shapes, sizes, and price ranges. The Sonos Move is our top pick thanks to great sound, reliable voice control, and solid battery life. For more speaker recommendations, check out our roundup of the best speaker deals. A great listening experience for all your favorite music services shouldn't be limited by pesky wires. While the days of carrying around a boom box on your shoulder are by and large over, you can still get qual...
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Best Prime Day Speaker Deals 2021: What to Expect

Prime Day 2021 is coming and that means big discounts on big-name speaker brands. We've got all you need to know.
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Vizio's Elevate is more than just a soundbar - it's one of the best $1,000 Dolby Atmos home theater systems you can buy

If you buy through our links, we may earn money from affiliate partners. Learn more. Vizio Vizio's Elevate is more than a typical soundbar; it's a full home theater system for under $1,000. The device features unique rotating speakers and immersive 5.1.4 Dolby Atmos performance. The Elevate is perfect for buyers who don't have the cash or space for larger speakers and a receiver. Table of Contents: Masthead Sticky Elevate 5.1.4 Soundbar (small) Putting together a proper D...
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The 4 best speakers in 2021 from floorstanding models to compact Bluetooth speakers

Great speakers don't just look good - they bring your audio experience to a new level. Speakers are available in a variety of sizes to suit different listening and budget needs. For big sound perfect for music and movies, the Klipsch RP-8000F tower speakers are our top pick. A great speaker or speaker system can enhance your listening experience for music, movies, and TV. There are many types of speakers to choose from and different models will be better suited for different situations. For...
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What is a subwoofer? How a bass-focused speaker can give your home or car sound system a boost

Subwoofers enhance the deepest sounds in your music. Chepko/Getty Images Subwoofers are a type of speaker that boost the lowest frequencies in whatever audio you're listening to. These low frequencies usually include bass guitars, pipe organs, deep voices, kick drums, and movie sound effects. Subwoofers are incredibly popular for home theater and car stereo systems, and are easy to set up. Visit Insider's Tech Reference library for more stories. How many speakers do you own? If you...
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Apple to ditch its HomePod smart speaker but stay with mini version

Apple is done with its pricey HomePod smart speaker, choosing instead to focus on the smaller and cheaper HomePod Mini device.
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Sonos' new compact portable speaker features a waterproof design and built-in voice control for $169

If you buy through our links, we may earn money from affiliate partners. Learn more. Sonos The Sonos Roam is the company's new portable, waterproof speaker.The compact speaker features up to 10 hours of playback and includes voice assistant support.You can preorder the Sonos Roam now for $169, and first shipments are set to arrive by April 20. Roam (small) After giving portable speakers a go with the impressive but rather hefty Sonos Move in 2019, Sonos is back with a lighter, waterp...
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The best speaker deals - save $100 on Vizio's flagship Dolby Atmos soundbar

If you buy through our links, we may earn money from affiliate partners. Learn more. Vizio Speakers with good performance can be pricey, but they often go on sale.We've compiled all the best speaker deals for March 2021.Right now, you can get Vizio's 5.1.4 Elevate Soundbar for $900 - that's $100 off its full price. Table of Contents: Masthead Sticky Great speakers can make listening to music far more enjoyable - and speakers have been getting a whole lot better over the past few years. T...
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Lime’s retired e-bike batteries find second life in Bluetooth speakers

Urban mobility company Lime has teamed up with a U.K.-based sustainable design startup to transform its retired e-bike batteries into Bluetooth speakers.
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The best speaker deals - save $20 on Amazon's Echo smart speaker

When you buy through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. Learn more. Matt Monath Photography for Business Insider Speakers with good performance can be pricey, but they often go on sale.We've compiled all the best speaker deals for February 2021.Right now, you can buy an Amazon Echo for $80 - that's 20% off its full price. Table of Contents: Masthead Sticky Great speakers can make listening to music far more enjoyable - and speakers have been getting a whole lot bet...
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New superslim speaker tech will put sound in unexpected places

There haven't been many advances in speaker driver design. But a new approach to an old problem could put audio speakers in places they've never been before.
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The best speaker deals - save $200 on a Klipsch home theater system

When you buy through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. Learn more. Amazon Speakers with good performance can be pricey, but they often go on sale.We've compiled all the best speaker deals for February 2021.Right now, you can buy a Klipsch home theater system for $200 - that's 50% off its full price. Table of Contents: Masthead Sticky Great speakers can make listening to music far more enjoyable - and speakers have been getting a whole lot better over the past few ...
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The best computer speakers for 2021

Ditch your monitor speakers. Our guide to the best computer speakers has options for gaming, watching movies, browsing the web, and more, whatever your budget.
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The 5 best home theater systems of 2021

A home theater system can create an immersive movie-watching experience with surround sound.Compact systems offer convenience, while larger speakers with AV receivers perform the best.Polk's T Series Speaker System is our top pick thanks to its impressive performance and affordable price.For more speaker recommendations, check out our roundup of the best speaker deals.Speakers built into your TV are fine for casual viewing, but if you're looking for an immersive audio experience while watching m...
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The best Sonos speaker deals happening right now, including $80 off a refurbished Sonos Beam

When you buy through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. Learn more. Best Buy Sonos refurbished speakers come with a one-year warranty and free shipping on popular models.One of the best refurbished deals is on the Sonos Beam, which is $80 off its full price.If you aren't happy with the speaker, you can return it and get your money back after 45 days.For more audio deals from other brands, check out our roundup of the best speaker deals.Sonos is known for its wide s...
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22 cool gift ideas for the music lover in your life

When you buy through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. Learn more. Vinyl Me Please/Instagram The music lover in your life can likely always be found listening to or playing music. Here are 22 gift ideas to fuel their passion for songs, bands, instruments, and genres of all types. For more gift ideas, check out all of our gift guides over here.Most of us listen to music in some capacity and can say we like it.There are the people who just listen casually to whateve...
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The best Bluetooth speakers of 2021

Bluetooth speakers come in all shapes, sizes, and price ranges. The Sonos Move is our top pick because it has excellent sound quality, offers voice control, and you can move it around your home.See also: The best speaker deals available right now Table of Contents: Masthead Sticky A great listening experience for all your favorite music services shouldn't be limited by pesky wires, and while the days of carrying around a boom box on your shoulder are by and large over, you can still get a great ...
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The best computer speakers of 2021

A good set of speakers can improve your computer's mediocre sound quality.Sound is subjective, but the Klipsch R-51PM speakers are the best computer speakers you can buy.Although many of the best gaming monitors and best ultrawide monitors have decent built-in sound quality, a dedicated set of computer speakers is still your best option. Sound is subjective, but there are still a few hallmarks of great audio that guided my selections. As a writer with a background in audio engineering, I've list...
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Genesis Announces its Helium 300BT ARGB Desktop Speakers

Genesis has announced the new Helium 300BT ARGB Desktop speakers. The speakers are capable of both a wireless connection through Bluetooth and a wired connection. The post Genesis Announces its Helium 300BT ARGB Desktop Speakers appeared first on ThinkComputers.org.
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The best speaker deals - save $50 on a Yamaha soundbar with Alexa built-in

When you buy through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. Learn more. Yamaha Speakers with good performance can be pricey, but they often go on sale.We've compiled all the best speaker deals for January 2021.Right now, you can buy a Yamaha YAS-209 Soundbar for $300 - that's $50 off its full price. Table of Contents: Masthead Sticky Great speakers can make listening to music far more enjoyable - and speakers have been getting a whole lot better over the past few years...
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The best gaming speakers for 2021

No gaming setup is complete without great speakers, even if you get just two or a full surround sound kit.
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What is Sonos S2? Here's what you need to know about the latest app and operating system for Sonos audio devices

The newest operating system for Sonos speakers is Sonos S2. Sonos Sonos S2 is the newest version of the Sonos operating system and family of mobile apps, replacing Sonos S1.   Sonos S2 includes support for higher quality audio, Dolby Atmos, and other features that will appear in future Sonos devices.  Not all older Sonos products are compatible with Sonos S2, but some new Sonos speakers won't work with Sonos S1.  Visit Business Insider's Tech Reference library for more stories. Sonos S2 is...
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What Are the Best Computer Speakers?

Here’s a weird confession: Despite having made the jump from laptop to full PC years ago, I still don’t have computer speakers. Read more...
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These $50 Clip-On Speakers Let You Turn Any Pair of Glasses Into Earbuds

Everyone seems desperate to strap a pair of smart glasses to their faces (or at least tech companies seem desperate to sell us on this solution), but the closest we’ve got to that right now are the $200 Bose Frames or the $250 Amazon Echo frames. The problem is they only deliver audio. That’s a lot to pay for a…Read more...
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Retractable Headrest Speaker Wings Give Every Car Passenger Their Own Stereo System

Well-equipped vehicles come with climate control systems allowing every passenger to customize the temperature at their seat. Today Harman revealed a more ambitious idea that brings that same level of customizability to a car’s sound system, with retractable speaker wings on the headrest of every seat in the vehicle.Read more...
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How to reset an Apple HomePod in 2 different ways

You may need to reset your Apple HomePod to resolve performance issues. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images You can reset an Apple HomePod device back to its factory settings remotely through the Apple Home app or directly through the device.  To reset your HomePod using the Home app, you will need your Apple ID and a compatible Apple device like an iPhone or Mac. Visit Business Insider's Tech Reference library for more stories. Created to provide immersive sound quality, Apple's HomePod speaker ...
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21 cool last-minute gift ideas for the music lover in your life

When you buy through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. Learn more. Vinyl Me Please/Instagram The music lover in your life can always likely be found listening to or playing music. Here are 21 gift ideas to fuel their passion for songs, bands, instruments, and genres of all types. For more last-minute gift ideas, check out all of our gift guides over here.Sign up for Insider Reviews' weekly newsletter for more buying advice and great dealsMost of us listen to music...
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These Bugatti Speakers Will Whet Your Appetite to Eat the Rich

Ridiculously expensive speakers, headphones, and soundbars are nothing new. But there are “normal” levels of expensive, followed by the “are you serious?” levels of expensive (cough, AirPods Max), and then there’s whatever the hell this Tidal for Bugatti collaboration is.Read more...
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The Giant $400 Google Home Max Smart Speaker Has Been Discontinued

Debuting back in 2017, the Google Home Max was a hi-fi alternative to the original Google Home smart speaker, promising better sound but still providing access to Google Assistant. It was big, kind of pricey at $400, and from our testing, not as loud or booming as you’d expect, so Google has done what Google does best…Read more...
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21 cool gift ideas for the music lover in your life

When you buy through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. Learn more. Uncommon Goods The music lover in your life can likely always be found listening to or playing music. Here are 21 gift ideas to fuel their passion for songs, bands, instruments, and genres of all types. For more gift ideas, check out all of our gift guides over here.Sign up for Insider Reviews' weekly newsletter for more buying advice and great dealsMost of us listen to music in some capacity and c...
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