Whether it's in your headphones, or a feature promised in a soundbar, you've probably run into something called "virtual surround" or something like it before. The name seems to suggest that you can ...

Fraunhofer is giving a preview of what it will exhibit at the upcoming CES convention in Las Vegas. The German research organization will promote MPEG Surround, calling this a new standard for ...

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Although the sound may not be at the forefront of our minds when we face the ultimate boss in a video game or watch as the protagonist in a film slowly turns the doorknob before walking into what ...

Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook As part of a new update on the development of Halo Infinite, developer 343 Industries specifically ...

Sony's recent soundbars have been tailored to high-end users, but the company now has something aimed more at those who just want an upgrade from their TV's built-in speakers. The company has unveiled ...

The retail giant's first Fire TV soundbar has DTS Virtual:X visual surround sound and lets you stream from Prime Video, Netflix, Max, Hulu, Disney+ and more. By Rudie Obias If you purchase an ...

So I'm on the look out for a budget headset for my desktop. Ye olde Steelseries has finally bit the dust (headband snapped, and no amount of repairs has kept it together). After reading some reviews ...

Sony just took the wraps off a new mid-range soundbar with 2.1-channel audio and Sony’s virtual surround technology. But while the HT-S400 supports standard Dolby Audio, it doesn’t work with immersive ...

Razer is using CES 2023 to expand its soundbar lineup with a top-tier model with its own subwoofer. Specs include a frequency response of 40–20,000 Hz and a max sound pressure level of 98 dB. But for ...

For most folks, using a set of wireless headphones or earbuds with a soundbar offers two main benefits: You can listen privately without disturbing others in your home (or even in your bed), and you ...