We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. There was a time, not so long ago, when most of us were perfectly content with our 32-inch CRT screens and their tinny, built-in speakers.

The best surround sound systems don’t just turn up the volume on your TV, film or music — they also transform a flat listening experience into a cinematic wonder. Having a decked-out speaker system ...

Surround sound isn't just about having multiple speakers. We break down what you need to know and how to optimize your home theater audio setup. I’m PCMag’s home theater and AR/VR expert, and your ...

Everyone knows that upgrading to a nicer TV will give you better viewing quality, whether it's the size of the TV, a 4K format, or something like the OLED and QLED technology. Plus, looking for a new ...

Thankfully, with the spread of Hi-Fi, surround sound setups have become much more accessible, not only when it comes to price but also in the actual act of setting them up. So, whether it's a 5.1 ...

Surround sound has been a part of the home theater experience for over 20 years, but how much do you know about it? The term “surround sound” is part of our everyday lexicon and with all the surround ...

Brendan is a freelance writer and content creator from Portland, OR. He covers tech and gaming for Lifehacker, and has also written for Digital Trends, EGM, Business Insider, IGN, and more. The ...

5.1 and 7.1 audio can help you identify where certain enemies are in relation to your character, and provide environmental sounds for a more immersive experience. You can also output 5.1, 7.1, and ...

Chris started gaming in the 8-bit era so writing game reviews seemed like a natural choice of activity to protect his brain from further atrophy during his final year in a psychiatric penitentiary.

As implied by the name, the Lenovo E510 7.1 are in-ear headphones designed for gamers. They feature driverless 7.1 surround sound, hence the suffix 7.1 in the name, and 10mm armature drivers that are ...

I've been reviewing hardware and software, devising testing methodology and handed out buying advice for what seems like forever; I'm currently absorbed by computers and gaming hardware, but ...

When shopping for a new headset, looking at gaming-specific options is not even a requirement. Even so, headsets tailored for gamers will offer the fastest, most reliable connection and versatile ...