Netflix’s Changes to Avatar Sound Like a Mixed Bag

With Avatar: The Last Airbender premeiring later in the month, Netflix has gradually started to pull back the curtain on its adaptation of the 2005 cartoon. The show was never going to be a complete one-to-one of the original, but it does feel like some of the additions and tweaks to the show—like tampering down … Read more

How to Watch NASA’s X-59 Quiet Supersonic Plane Roll Out of the Hangar

NASA’s freshly painted X-59 aircraft will be rolled out of its hangar on Friday, January 12, in the lead-up to its first takeoff. The experimental plane, built by Lockheed Martin, is designed to develop a quieter type of supersonic flight. Would Peter Capaldi Return to Doctor Who? The X-59 is the keystone of NASA’s Quesst … Read more

I tried Audio-Technica’s new earbuds: Great sound, fair price, just don’t take them to the gym

Jada Jones/ZDNETZDNET’s key takeawaysThe Audio-Technica ATH-TWX7 earbuds were announced at CES 2024, and they’re available to purchase now in Ash Black, Rich White, or Stone Gray for $199.The ATH-TWX7 deliver high-quality, clear audio and offer customizable ear tips to accommodate all ear sizes.The control buttons on the earbuds’ stems are tedious to find and use. CES … Read more

Will.i.am’s new startup Sound Drive wants you to reboot the music industry in your car

You can spend all day long curating custom playlists for every mood, picking tracks based on tempo or intensity, but whether you’re corner-carving or just commuting you’ll never perfectly match the cadence and energy of every drive. Will.i.am, the singer and songwriter turned entrepreneur, says he has cracked the code to doing just that with … Read more

These wireless speakers deliver gloriously smooth sound for any style of music

Yes, that’s my Charlie Brown Christmas tree beside the SVS Prime. Jack Wallen/ZDNET ZDNET’s key takeaways SVS Prime Wireless Pro powered speakers are available now from the SVS website.You won’t find a smoother, better-blended sound from an active speaker at this price point.To get the best bass, you should pair these with the SVS SB-1000 … Read more

These wireless powered speakers deliver gloriously smooth sound for any style of music

Yes, that’s my Charlie Brown Christmas tree beside the SVS Prime. Jack Wallen/ZDNET ZDNET’s key takeaways SVS Prime Wireless Pro powered speakers are available now from the SVS website.You won’t find a smoother, better-blended sound from an active speaker at this price point.To get the best bass, you should pair these with the SVS SB-1000 … Read more

No Sound in One AirPod? Troubleshooting Steps to Get It Working Again

We’ve all been there. You flip open your AirPods and pop them in your ears, only to find that one isn’t working. Luckily, there’s a simple fix. The same steps apply to the original AirPods, the AirPods 2, the AirPods 3, the first-generation AirPods Pro and the AirPods Pro 2. If you’re experiencing issues with your AirPods, it’s also a good … Read more

Wilco Announce 2024 Solid Sound Festival Lineup Featuring Wednesday, Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, and More

Wilco have announced the lineup for the 2024 Solid Sound Festival, scheduled to take place from June 28 to 30 next year. Wilco, Wednesday, Ratboys, Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, Soul Glo, Water From Your Eyes, Iris DeMent, and more will perform at the festival at Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art (MASS MoCA) in … Read more

Allies of imprisoned Kremlin foe Navalny sound the alarm, say they haven’t heard from him in 6 days

TALLINN, Estonia — Allies of imprisoned Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny sounded the alarm on Monday, saying that neither they nor the politician’s lawyers have heard from him in six days. Navalny, who is serving a 19-year term on charges of extremism, was due to appear in court Monday via video link but didn’t, spokeswoman … Read more

Sennheiser’s budget headphones sound surprisingly good to me, but there’s one problem

Jada JonesZDNETZDNET’s key takeawaysThe Sennheiser Accentum headphones are ideal for people looking for a professional sound for less than $200. They’re on sale right now for $150.Sound quality is top-notch and easily outperforms flagship headphones from other brands in this category.An overly tight fit makes them uncomfortable for long-term wear, which is unfortunate given the … Read more