This project fromFlorida-based artist Gwak needs to make that horrid beep/buzzing noise when the phone rings for authenticity, but the yellowing and half-peeled sticker is -chef’s kiss-.

A new teaser promises the “next generation of earbuds,” with a launch set for 8AM PT on February 12th. The brief glimpses in the video matchleaks we’ve seen of the WF-1000XM6, the high-end sequel to2023’s excellent XM5.

A software update allows itsG5 and C5 OLED TVs to work with the Dolby Atmos FlexConnect speaker system itannounced at CES. FlexConnect allows for more flexible speaker placement and configurations, and could boost the surround sound speaker market.

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Android Headlines has shared renders of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 and Galaxy Buds 4 Pro expected to be announced at the next Samsung Unpacked event. The new design features metal strips on the stems to helpdistinguish them from Apple’s AirPods, and they both now lie horizontally in their charging cases which carry forward transparent lids.

Power Buy has sincetaken down the listing for the new Sony WF-1000XM6 earbuds asspotted by Reddit’s Mr_Snail10, butThe Walkman Blog managed to capture some images before it disappeared. The upgrade to2023’s WF-1000XM5 appear to feature a more rounded pill-shaped design with a charging case that now has a flat top and bottom.

Yesterday the companyannounced its first new hardware since 2024. TheSonos Amp Multi is targeted at high-end sound systems and professional audio installers, but thisvideo explaining all of the amplifier’s features will make anyone with a handful of old speakers lying around want to add one to their setup.

Following a focus onimproving its software and mobile app, theAmp Multi is Sonos’ first new hardware debut since the launch of itsArc Ultra soundbar in 2024, asreported byBloomberg. The Amp Multi lets users connect traditional speakers to their wireless audio systems using eight amplified outputs, but is designed for professional installations.

Smart lights that know where they’re placed in a room, wild designs for next-gen routers, and a glowing inedible donut.

Samsung took heavy inspiration from Apple’s AirPods when it reinvented the design of itsGalaxy Buds 3, but is making some tweaks for the next set.Android Authority spotted the Buds 4 Pro in leaked One UI 8.5 animations, with a flatter stem and no light strip.

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