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NASDAQ:SONO 19 July 2025 - 6 September 2025

Apple HomePod 3 vs. The Smart Speaker Competition: 2025’s Ultimate Showdown

Apple HomePod 3 vs. The Smart Speaker Competition: 2025’s Ultimate Showdown

Apple’s next HomePod, expected in late 2025, will feature a 7-inch touchscreen and built-in camera for FaceTime, positioning it against Amazon Echo Show and Google Nest Hub. The device will debut an upgraded “Siri 2.0” with enhanced AI. HomePod supports Thread, Matter, and HomeKit, but trails rivals in third-party smart home compatibility. Apple’s system remains more closed, requiring iPhone setup and defaulting to Apple Music.
6 September 2025
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Audio Tech Shockwave: Rental Earbuds, Jaw-Dropping Headphones & Booming Speakers (Sept 3–4, 2025)

Audio Tech Shockwave: Rental Earbuds, Jaw-Dropping Headphones & Booming Speakers (Sept 3–4, 2025)

Samsung launched Galaxy Buds 3 FE earbuds in the U.S. for $149 and debuted Sound Tower party speakers at IFA 2025. Beyerdynamic introduced three wireless headphones at IFA Berlin. Apple released a limited-edition Beats Solo 4 “JENNIE” with BLACKPINK’s Jennie, available Sept. 5 for $199. QCY’s new MeloBuds N70 earbuds use MEMS speaker tech at a $60 price point.
4 September 2025
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Audio Tech Explosion: New Headphones, Jaw-Dropping Speakers & Big Industry Moves (Sept 2–3, 2025)

Audio Tech Explosion: New Headphones, Jaw-Dropping Speakers & Big Industry Moves (Sept 2–3, 2025)

Marshall unveiled the Heston 60 Dolby Atmos soundbar and Heston Sub 200, aiming at Sonos’ Beam, launching Sept. 23 for about £500/$700. Sony released the INZONE H9 II wireless gaming headset and E9 earbuds, shipping now at $149. JBL introduced the Grip Bluetooth speaker, pre-sale at $99, shipping Sept. 28. Denon launched Denon+, a hardware subscription for its PerL earbuds, offering use without ownership.
3 September 2025
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Soundbar Showdown: Sony HT-A7000 vs Sonos Arc vs Samsung HW-Q990D – Which Dolby Atmos Champ Reigns Supreme?

Soundbar Showdown: Sony HT-A7000 vs Sonos Arc vs Samsung HW-Q990D – Which Dolby Atmos Champ Reigns Supreme?

Samsung’s HW-Q990D launched in 2024 as an 11.1.4-channel system with wireless sub and rears, retailing for about $2,000. Sony’s HT-A7000, released in 2021, is a 7.1.2-channel bar with HDMI switching and expandability, priced similarly when fully equipped. Sonos Arc, out since 2020, is a 5.0.2-channel bar relying on Wi-Fi, with a full setup also near $2,000.
19 August 2025
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2025–2026 Hi-Fi & Home Audio Gear Showdown: Amplifiers, Speakers & Soundbars Unveiled

2025–2026 Hi-Fi & Home Audio Gear Showdown: Amplifiers, Speakers & Soundbars Unveiled

Denon's AVR-A1H is a 15-channel, 150 W-per-channel receiver supporting 9.4.6 Dolby Atmos and four sub outputs. Marantz launched the Cinema 50 and 11-channel Cinema 40 with 8K HDMI 2.1 and Dirac Live upgradeability. Sony's STR-AZ7000ES offers 13.2 channels and 360 Spatial Sound Mapping. KEF LS60 Wireless speakers feature Uni-Core woofers, Uni-Q drivers, and 1400 W amplification.
19 July 2025
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