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• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.3 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The SpeakerCraft CS3 is a handsome, excellent-sounding sound bar that's well worth its lofty price. Read review

Specs: Speaker, Sound bar, Wired - Bluetooth, Wireless, Active, Matte black

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.5 stars Spectacular

  Overall score: 9.2 (4.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 13 reviews

The Bottom Line: With flagship-level picture quality for a midlevel price, the Panasonic ST50 series sets the value standard among videophile-grade TVs. Read review

Specs: Plasma, 55 in, 3D Compatible, 1080p, 600 Hz, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Skype, FOX sports, SHOUTcast, AccuWeather, VIERA Connect, Hulu Plus, MLB.tv, Pandora, YouTube

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.4 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The Sharp LE650 series sets the big-screen LCD TV value bar high with very good picture quality for the price. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 70 in, 1080p, 120 Hz, Edge-lit, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Netflix, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, CinemaNow

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.6 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 4 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Vizio E701i-A3 is the best value yet among 70-inch LED TVs. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 70 in, 1080p, Edge-lit, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Netflix, YouTube, Flickr, Vudu, Twitter, Vizio Internet Apps (V.I.A.), Amazon Instant Video, Hulu Plus, Facebook, Pandora, EPA Energy Star

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The JBL Charge is a nice compromise for those who want a better-sounding portable wireless speaker but don't want to make the jump -- both in terms of size and price -- to something like the Jawbone Big Jambox or Bose SoundLink. Read review

Specs: Portable speaker, Wireless - Bluetooth, Blue

• CNET Editor rating:
  2.5 stars Average

  Overall score: 5.8 (2.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 1.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The Vizio E2VLE series may appeal to budget shoppers who just want Smart TV, but subpar picture quality hurts its chances against the tough competition. Read review

Specs: LCD, 55 in, 1080p, 120 Hz, Smart TV, EPA Energy Star

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: CNET did not review the Samsung PNE530 series, but we did review a similar product, the Samsung PNE550 series. Read review

Specs: Plasma, 51 in, 1080p

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 3 reviews

The Bottom Line: At around $50 online, the MEElectronics A151s are among the most affordable balanced-armature earphones out there and deliver very good sound for the money. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headphones, Ear-bud, Black, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Noise isolating, Gold-plated plug, Limited warranty - 1 year

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 34 reviews

The Bottom Line: The WD TV Live (2011) offers a solid combination of must-have streaming services and excellent USB and network file support, making it one of the best devices of its kind available for under $100. Read review

Specs: Digital multimedia receiver, Digital audio playback, Digital photo playback, Digital video playback, Ethernet, Stereo, Dolby Digital output, DTS digital output, Remote control

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.7 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 9 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Belkin Bluetooth Music Receiver is a cheap and easy way to add wireless audio streaming to any powered speaker system or audio component with a spare input. Read review

Specs: Bluetooth wireless audio receiver

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.5 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Samsung E450 series plasma may not be perfect, but you won't find another TV that performs this well for this low a price. Read review

Specs: Plasma, 43 in, 720p, EPA Energy Star

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 45 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Beats by Dr. Dre Studio headphones deliver the trifecta of sleek, comfortable design, useful features, and top-notch sound quality. If you can afford them, they're a worthy investment toward an improved listening experience. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headphones, Ear-cup, Black, 9.2 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Foldable, Limited warranty - 1 year

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.5 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 4 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Denon AVR-1913 has a solid set of features and excellent sound quality, but competing AV receivers offer better value. Read review

Specs: Home Theater Network Receiver, 90 Watt -, 8 Ohm - 20 - 20000 Hz - THD0.08 % - 7 channel(s), 6 Ohm - THD0.7 % - 7 channel(s), Ethernet, Audyssey MultEQ, Audyssey Dynamic Volume, Audyssey Dynamic EQ, Deep Color and x.v.Color Support, DLNA 1.5 certified, Graphical User Interface (GUI), iPod and iPhone compatible, AirPlay built-in

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The company's 2013 flagship promises "Beyond the Reference" picture quality. Read review

Specs: Plasma, 60 in, 1080p, 3D Compatible, Viera Connect

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.3 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 11 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Sony BDP-S590 is a great-looking Blu-ray player with built-in Wi-Fi, 3D compatibility, and tons of streaming-media apps, but it's slow to load discs and has some user interface quirks. Read review

Specs: Blu-ray player, Netflix, Pandora, Vudu, YouTube, Crackle, Amazon Instant, Hulu Plus, Built-in Wi-Fi, 3D

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 82 reviews

The Bottom Line: With the QuietComfort 3s, Bose has done a remarkable job of shrinking its popular noise-canceling headphones while achieving similarly impressive sound quality--but that engineering feat doesn't come cheap. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headphones, Ear-cup, 5.6 oz, Stereo, Noise canceling circuit

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The WD TV Play is the best alternative to Roku and Apple TV for viewers looking to access their personal media collection. Read review

Specs: Digital multimedia receiver, Stereo

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.5 stars Spectacular

  Overall score: 9.0 (4.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 4 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Panasonic TC-PVT50 series represents the pinnacle of current flat-panel TV picture quality. Read review

Specs: Plasma, 65 in, 1080p, 3D Compatible, 600 Hz, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Skype, FOX sports, SHOUTcast, AccuWeather, VIERA Connect, Hulu Plus, MLB.tv, Pandora, YouTube

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.4 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The latest PS3 slims down to its smallest size ever while retaining everything we like -- and a few things we don't -- about the PlayStation 3 gaming console. Read review

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: We got an early look at Logitech's new $350 flagship remote, as well as the more affordable Smart Control package that turns your iOS or Android device into a Harmony remote. Read review

Specs: Universal remote control, AV System, AV receiver, Audio/video components, Blu-ray player, DVR, Cable box, Game console, TV, Satellite box, 15, Control game consoles with Bluetooth, Harmony smartphone app, Quick and Easy setup, Customizable LCD Screen, Large code library, Favorite channel keys, Rechargeable, Back-lit buttons for convenient navigation

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.5 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC1 headphones are a great option for frequent fliers, thanks to their compact, lightweight design, noise cancellation functionality, and good overall sound quality. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headphones, Ear-cup, 0.2 lbs, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Noise cancelling technology, Fold-up design, Soft ear pads, Limited warranty - 1 year

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.3 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: A generous feature set, rugged construction, and warm, detailed sound with powerful bass guarantees the V-Moda M-100's strong appeal for audiophiles with a flexible budget. Read review

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 31 reviews

The Bottom Line: If you can't afford Bose's noise-canceling models, the Bose AE2s--and their improved design and sound quality--make for a good alternative at half the price. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headphones, Ear-cup, Silver, 4.9 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Detachable cable, TriPort acoustic headphone structure, Adjustable headband, Bose acoustic equalization, Foldable

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 5 reviews

The Bottom Line: Although they won't satisfy audiophiles and purists, we prefer the Soul by Ludacris SL300 headphones over the competition for their sexy light-up earpieces, supreme comfort, and street-savvy noise cancellation. Read review

Specs: Headphones, Over-the-ear, Black/White, Stereo, Noise cancelling technology, Articulating earcups, Seamless signal transfer, iPhone/iPad/iPod compatible

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.6 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 3 reviews

The Bottom Line: Although it hits plenty of high points, the Samsung UNES8000 LED TV cannot ultimately justify its high price. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 55 in, 1080p, 240 Hz, Edge-lit with local dimming, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Smart Hub, EPA Energy Star