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Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Amazon Music unveils AI-powered search to enhance music discovery
Amazon Music is debuting a new AI-powered search experience that enhances music discovery on the Amazon Music app, turning each search into a chance to delve deeper into the world of your favorite artists. Now, users will see AI-enhanced results with richer recommendations, including curated music collections to unlock deeper realms of discovery–plus they can use the search results as a launch pad to create AI-generated playlists that capture an artist's magic. Powered by Amazon Bedrock, the feature launches in beta today to a subset of Amazon Music Unlimited subscribers in the U.S., available on iOS in the Amazon Music app. This experimental feature includes results for many of favorite artists today and will continue expanding to include more overtime. Easily unpack a company's performance with TipRanks' new KPI Data for smart investment decisions Receive undervalued, market resilient stocks straight to you inbox with TipRanks' Smart Value Newsletter Published first on TheFly – the ultimate source for real-time, market-moving breaking financial news. Try Now>> See Insiders' Hot Stocks on TipRanks >> Read More on AMZN: Disclaimer & DisclosureReport an Issue Cathie Wood Bets Big on Taiwan Semiconductor (TSM) as AI Demand Surges Tesla's 'Valuation Problem Gets Worse,' Says Top Morgan Stanley Analyst Magnite, Amazon Publisher Services to enable new streaming TV opportunities Edible Garden launches Kick. Sports Nutrition on Amazon, partners with Pirawna Ulta Beauty price target raised to $465 from $435 at Oppenheimer
Tom's Guide
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
Marshall brings music to your TV stand with the new Heston 120 soundbar
It's no secret that while they're great for movies, soundbars tend to fall down on the music department. Marshall wants to change all that, so it's launched a brand new soundbar called the Heston 120 — an ambitious first for the firm. The Heston 120 is built from the ground up to not only make your movies sound epic with Dolby Atmos, but also your favorite tunes as well. It's priced to compete with the top end of the best soundbars though, so it has a bit of a task on its hands. The most notable thing about the Heston 120 is the way that it looks. Marshall hasn't just made a plastic bar to stick under your TV and forget about it; that's not the Marshall way. Instead, it's a device that, as always, harkens back to its amps and speakers from the '60s and beyond. To that end, it's wrapped from end to end in a fabric grille that looks just like what you'd find on one of the brand's speaker cabinets. The on device controls are brass control knobs like those you'd spot on it's amplifiers, although with all the lights and buttons you'd find on its other home audio equipment. The end result is something that could be quite divisive. Putting one of these bad boys on your TV stand is going to be a choice of looks and performance with its unique style. But it's a choice you'll want to make if all the specs are anything to go by. Marshall wants to make sure that this is a musical device, so it's packed in Wi-Fi streaming and Bluetooth 5.3 with top-notch codec support to make sure your music sounds excellent. Dolby Atmos support for Amazon Music Unlimited and Apple Music tops things off — and thanks to 11 different drivers, it looks like it'll sound pretty good too. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. The Dolby Atmos is going to do wonders for movies, TV, and video games as well. HDMI eARC makes connecting to your TV a cinch, and support for DTS:X is the icing on the cake. 'We spent hundreds of hours fine tuning Heston 120. It was important to us that we spent equal time and effort on both TV and music, not one over the other," says Marshall's Audio Technology and Tuning Lead Ed Camphor. Almost every part of the soundbar will be replaceable, with parts available from Marshall's website. That means the soundbar will last a whole lot longer than the competition — should something break, you can just replace it. That's a big bonus over the likes of the Sonos Arc Ultra, which has to be sent to Sonos in order to get repaired should the worst happen. The Heston 120 is not going to come cheap, however. It's $999 in the U.S., and £899 in its home U.K.. That's around the same as the Arc Ultra in both markets, so it's going to have to do a lot to vie for your hard-earned cash. The Heston launches September 16th, and we can't wait to test it to see where it ranks amongst the best soundbars.
Tom's Guide
11-05-2025
- Tom's Guide
5 signs you need to upgrade your wireless headphones
Portable audio products lose their luster over time. Need a reminder? Look at your damaged and outdated wireless headphones. It's not just about the daily wear and tear you're putting these cans through that cause long-term impact to overall performance. The lack of modern specs also affects usability. All of this is common among consumers who have owned headphones for several years or purchased an inexpensive pair built from cheap parts. They'll start to experience connectivity cutting in and out more often because their headphones aren't running the latest recommended Bluetooth version (Bluetooth 5.3 or higher). Excessive wear begins to deteriorate materials such as the faux leather on the ear pads and headband, causing discomfort and slippage. Most importantly, sound becomes heavily distorted due to overdriving. That's just an audiophile term for saying your drivers have been put through the wringer by listening to music at very loud volumes. Those aren't the only general indicators to ditch your old wireless headphones for a new pair of the best wireless headphones. With the category evolving so quickly, your next headphone purchase should be up to date with the latest components, special features, and wireless technologies. This will ensure optimal performance for years to come. Here are 5 warning signs you need to upgrade your wireless headphones, ASAP. Hi-res audio is immensely popular in the music streaming world, with services like Tidal and Qobuz leading the way, while Amazon Music Unlimited and Apple Music progressively expand their initiatives. In order to hear more detail and nuance at higher bitrates, you'll need headphones that either come with Hi-Res Audio certification or upscaled audio codecs like aptX Adaptive/Lossless and LDAC. Both codecs support 24-bit audio for richer sound reproduction and wider dynamic range. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. There is a workaround if you have wireless headphones that don't come with these sound-enhancing technologies. It requires headphones with a 3.5mm AUX or USB-C audio jack and buying a portable DAC that is tethered to your headphones and media device. The smarter and more practical investment would be new wireless headphones. Your headphones aren't holding a charge the way they used to, and that's not by accident. This is known as battery degradation. It means the internal battery is draining faster due to repeated charging and discharging cycles. Other factors can affect battery life, including active noise cancellation, high volume, hot temperatures, and continuous listening over long stretches. So, if you're an AirPods Max user who has witnessed their below-standard battery life (20 hours) drop even lower over the course of two years, check your AppleCare+ status to see if the headphones are covered, because if so, you're entitled to a battery replacement. Everyone else without an AppleCare+ warranty will have to splurge on a new pair. Coverage plans and warranties are different among all audio brands. Ever heard of multipoint technology? You should have it by now. This feature has been around for several years and allows users to pair their headphones to two devices simultaneously. Certain models like the AirPods Max don't offer this. Does that make them obsolete? Absolutely not. All AirPods models come with auto-switching, which automatically pairs your headphones or buds to your most recently used Apple device. However, if you're someone who juggles multiple devices throughout the day and hates having to unpair from one to pair to the other, then multipoint technology can relieve you of this frustration. Category leaders like the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones and Sony WH-1000XM5 make transitioning between your laptop and smartphone, and vice versa, a seamless task. Spatial audio is now a norm in the wireless audio space. Almost every major headphone maker has developed its own 3D sound format, and if it hasn't, it's licensing the technology from other companies. You want the engaging and immersive sound that spatial audio provides for concerts, music, movies, sports events, and all other content. Headtracking also adds a level of realism by positioning sound accurately to your head movements. It's the most intimate way to enjoy audio. Most current wireless headphones have a companion app to personalize performance across multiple verticals (e.g., connectivity, controls, sound). If yours don't, well, that's a heavy indication to swap them out for something more modern. You don't want to miss out on functional perks that keep your cans future-proof. Those who already own headphones with app support must monitor their firmware updates. This is important because when you stop receiving them, it's likely the manufacturer of your headphones has completely abandoned the software. That means no additional features through OTA (over the air) updates. Any bugs or issues you encounter in the app won't be fixed either, which may restrict access to popular features that can't be enabled directly on the headphones.
Scottish Sun
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Four tips to save on your monthly music streaming subscription
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) STREAMING means you can listen to your favourite music whenever you like. But a premium subscription can take a chunk out of your monthly budget. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 8 We have four tips to save on your monthly music streaming subscription Credit: Getty Here's how to save . . . CHECK SUBSCRIPTIONS: If you are already signed up to Amazon Prime, you may not realise you can access Amazon Music Prime as part of your membership. This allows you to create playlists and stream songs and podcasts from a vast catalogue without additional cost. ACCEPT ADS: Spotify is one of the biggest music streaming platforms. You can open an account for free if you don't mind hearing ads periodically between tracks. It's a similar set-up with Amazon Music, you can open a free account and listen to tracks, if you can live with ads. FREE TRIAL: Take advantage of offers to stream music on no-advert plans. You can set up an Amazon Music Unlimited account on a free 30-day trial. Set a calendar reminder to cancel before the free period ends to avoid a charge. If you buy selected Apple products such as iPhones, you can claim a free three-month trial of Apple Music, which also allows you to set up playlists and play music from a huge catalogue. Secret ways to cut costs of your streaming subscriptions Spotify premium allows you to download music so you can listen offline, as well as listening without ads and you won't have to shuffle songs as you do on the free plan. The upgrade typically costs £11.99 a month but you can enjoy three months for free if you sign up before May 19. Or if you have had Premium before, you can get two months for £5.99 before it reverts back to £11.99 a month. TEAM UP: If you live with a friend or family member who wants to stream music, check if you can get a discount. For example, if you live at the same address with a friend or family member you can get a Spotify duo account for £16.99 a month, working out at just under £7 each. 8 A premium music subscription can take a chunk out of your monthly budget Credit: Getty All prices on page correct at time of going to press. Deals and offers subject to availability Deal of the day 8 This Weber charcoal barbecue is down from £119 to £89 at Currys Credit: Supplied GET set for garden entertaining with this Weber charcoal barbecue down from £119 to £89 at Currys. SAVE: £30 Cheap treat 8 This Coolmax blend nightshirt is £10 from Tu at Sainsbury's Credit: Supplied STAY comfy at night in the warmer weather with this Coolmax blend nightshirt, £10, from Tu at Sainsbury's. What's new? HEINZ has launched a new take on its ketchup with this sweet sriracha flavour, £3.39, available at Asda and Morrisons from this week. Top swap 8 This No7 instant cooling mist is £13.45 from Boots Credit: Supplied 8 This Menopause skincare hydro mist is £2.49 from B&M Credit: Supplied MANAGE flushed skin in an instant with No7 instant cooling mist, £13.45 from Boots. Or try Menopause skincare hydro mist, below, £2.49 from B&M for a similar effect. SAVE: £10.96 Little helper BIG test or exam coming up? Help information sink in with these study flash cards, £2.50, from Flying Tiger. Shop & Save 8 Get Johnstone's soft sheen paint in selected shades for £10.99 at Wilko Credit: Supplied GIVE your walls a refresh with Johnstone's soft sheen paint in selected shades, down from £14.99 to £10.99 at Wilko. SAVE: £4 Hot Right Now PICK up three packs of seafood for £10 with a Morrisons More card, saving up to £3.50. Options include salmon and sea bass fillets. PLAY NOW TO WIN £200 8 Join thousands of readers taking part in The Sun Raffle JOIN thousands of readers taking part in The Sun Raffle. Every month we're giving away £100 to 250 lucky readers - whether you're saving up or just in need of some extra cash, The Sun could have you covered. Every Sun Savers code entered equals one Raffle ticket. The more codes you enter, the mor
The Sun
30-04-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Four tips to save on your monthly music streaming subscription
Sun Savers Published: Invalid Date, STREAMING means you can listen to your favourite music whenever you like. But a premium subscription can take a chunk out of your monthly budget. 8 Here's how to save . . . CHECK SUBSCRIPTIONS: If you are already signed up to Amazon Prime, you may not realise you can access Amazon Music Prime as part of your membership. This allows you to create playlists and stream songs and podcasts from a vast catalogue without additional cost. ACCEPT ADS: Spotify is one of the biggest music streaming platforms. You can open an account for free if you don't mind hearing ads periodically between tracks. It's a similar set-up with Amazon Music, you can open a free account and listen to tracks, if you can live with ads. FREE TRIAL: Take advantage of offers to stream music on no-advert plans. You can set up an Amazon Music Unlimited account on a free 30-day trial. Set a calendar reminder to cancel before the free period ends to avoid a charge. If you buy selected Apple products such as iPhones, you can claim a free three-month trial of Apple Music, which also allows you to set up playlists and play music from a huge catalogue. Secret ways to cut costs of your streaming subscriptions Spotify premium allows you to download music so you can listen offline, as well as listening without ads and you won't have to shuffle songs as you do on the free plan. The upgrade typically costs £11.99 a month but you can enjoy three months for free if you sign up before May 19. Or if you have had Premium before, you can get two months for £5.99 before it reverts back to £11.99 a month. TEAM UP: If you live with a friend or family member who wants to stream music, check if you can get a discount. For example, if you live at the same address with a friend or family member you can get a Spotify duo account for £16.99 a month, working out at just under £7 each. 8 All prices on page correct at time of going to press. Deals and offers subject to availability Deal of the day GET set for garden entertaining with this Weber charcoal barbecue down from £119 to £89 at Currys. SAVE: £30 Cheap treat 8 STAY comfy at night in the warmer weather with this Coolmax blend nightshirt, £10, from Tu at Sainsbury's. Top swap MANAGE flushed skin in an instant with No7 instant cooling mist, £13.45 from Boots. Or try Menopause skincare hydro mist, below, £2.49 from B&M for a similar effect. Shop & Save 8 GIVE your walls a refresh with Johnstone's soft sheen paint in selected shades, down from £14.99 to £10.99 at Wilko. Hot Right Now PICK up three packs of seafood for £10 with a Morrisons More card, saving up to £3.50. Options include salmon and sea bass fillets. PLAY NOW TO WIN £200 8 JOIN thousands of readers taking part in The Sun Raffle. Every month we're giving away £100 to 250 lucky readers - whether you're saving up or just in need of some extra cash, The Sun could have you covered. Every Sun Savers code entered equals one Raffle ticket. The more codes you enter, the mor
