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• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.3 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 42 reviews

The Bottom Line: While we've heard earphones that sound better for the money, Bose has improved its in-ear headphones so they fit--and sound better--than its previous in-ear model. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headphones, In-ear, 0.7 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Acoustic design, Durable, Comfortable stayhear tips, 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: While they may not be quite as comfortable as Bose's ultrapopular QC 15 headphones, the Harman Kardon NCs offer slightly better sound and have a built-in rechargeable battery to power the active noise-cancellation circuitry. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headphones, Over-the-ear, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Passive noise reduction, Adjustable headband, Bass Boost, Digital noise reduction, Foldable, USB bus-powered, Limited warranty - 1 year

• 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: Sony announces 4K resolution TVs in 55- and 65-inch sizes, promising real-world, if still surely expensive, pricing. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 55 in, 1080p, Edge-lit with local dimming, Wi-Fi, Sony Entertainment Network

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.0 stars out of 1 review

Specs: LED-LCD, 50 in, 1080p, 60 Hz, Edge-lit, EPA Energy Star

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.7 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 6 reviews

The Bottom Line: If you can't afford Bose's QuietComfort noise-canceling headphones, the attractively designed and more affordable Sony MDR-NC200Ds are worth your consideration. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headphones, Ear-cup, 6.3 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Artificial Intelligence Sound, Battery level indication, L-shaped plug, Gold-plated plug, Noise canceling circuit, Digital noise reduction, Noise-Cancelling Switch

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The Toshiba 40E220U is a value-for-money television offering decent contrast and bright, vivid colors. Read review

Specs: LCD, 40 in, 1080p, 60Hz

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.4 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 3 reviews

The Bottom Line: Yamaha's YAS-101 is a great budget sound bar, with an excellent design and a helpful feature for dealing with remote signals, although it's light on connectivity. Read review

Specs: Sound bar speaker system, Sound bar, Wired, Active, 120 Watt, Piano black

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 43 reviews

The Bottom Line: In the sea of affordable, forgettable iPod speakers, the Logitech S715i is a beacon for those who prefer their music to sound great. Read review

Specs: Speakers, Portable speaker, Wired, Active

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.4 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 3 reviews

The Bottom Line: With good picture quality and great pricing, the Sharp LC-LE640U series makes a strong case for mainstream TV shoppers who want to go bigger. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 60 in, 1080p, 120 Hz, Edge-lit, Wi-Fi, Smart TV with SmartCentral, EPA Energy Star

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.4 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The Logitech UE Mobile Boombox sports an improved design and slightly better sound than last year's Mini Boombox -- for the same price. Read review

Specs: Wireless Mobile Boombox, Portable speaker, Wireless - Bluetooth, Black

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.5 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The Panasonic VT60 has one of the best pictures of any TV we've ever reviewed, but it's soon to face some tough competition. Read review

Specs: Plasma, 65 in, 1080p, Viera Connect

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.7 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 8 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Creative D100 speaker plays music wirelessly from your Bluetooth-compatible music player with impressive low-end range from its dual 3-inch drivers, making it a worthwhile addition to your next outdoor get-together. And although it doesn't have a remote control or speakerphone functionality, the price is right for this portable speaker and it earns our recommendation. Read review

Specs: Speakers, Portable speaker, Bluetooth 2.1 EDR, Active, Black

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: Samsung has announced its flagship F8000 LED, which includes microdimming for an expected boost in picture quality from last year's TVs. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 60 in, 1080p, 240 Hz, Edge-lit with micro dimming, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Smart Hub

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.5 stars Spectacular

  Overall score: 9.0 (4.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.0 stars out of 77 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Logitech Harmony 900 is, hands down, the best universal remote control we've ever tested. Read review

Specs: Universal remote control, DVR, Blu-ray player, TV, DVD player, AV receiver, Cable box, 15, Supports 5000+ brands, One-click activity buttons, Easy online set up, Back-lit buttons, Rechargeable

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.3 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The Logitech UE Boombox's eight powerful internal drivers and timeless architecture score top marks for the first product bearing the company's collaborative moniker. Read review

Specs: Wireless Boombox, Portable speaker, Wireless - Bluetooth

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 5 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Harman Kardon SB 16 features a premium price tag and some remote control quirks, but its excellent sound quality and exterior design make it worth the extra cash. Read review

Specs: Sound bar speaker system, Sound Bar, Wired, Active, 25 Watt, 100 Watt

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

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

Specs: Sound bar home theater system, Sound bar, Subwoofer, Stereo, 80 Watt - 2 channel(s) (Main), 150 Watt - 1 channel(s) (Subwoofer), 310 Watt, Black, Main unit : 54.5 in x 2.7 in x 2.9 in, Speaker system : Subwoofer : 5.7 in x 12 in x 16.9 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 2 reviews

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

• 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 Epson 5020UB projector offers excellent picture quality for the money, and is versatile enough for both dark and moderately lit rooms. Read review

Specs: LCD projector, Yes ( 3D glasses (2pcs) included ), 1920 x 1080, 2400 ANSI lumens

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.8 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The Philips SoundShooter Wireless has a sharp design and is one of the better-sounding sub-$50 tiny Bluetooth speakers -- and it has speakerphone capabilities to boot. Read review

Specs: Portable Wireless Bluetooth speaker, Bluetooth, Wired, Orange

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

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

Specs: Home theater system, Speaker system, Blu-ray disc player / AV receiver, Satellite speaker, 2 x Center channel speaker - External, 1 x Subwoofer - External, 2 - External, 1 - External, 1100 Watt, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS-HD Master Audio Essential, DTS-HD High Resolution, DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD, Advanced Sound Retriever (ASR) technology, CD ripping, Karaoke

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.5 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The Vizio SB4021M-A1 hits a nice blend of features, design, and performance for its price, but better sound bars are coming in a few months. Read review

Specs: Sound bar speaker system, Wireless, Active

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.5 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: While you'll pay a premium for its extra features, the Slingbox 500 is an excellent way to watch your TV or DVR video content anywhere. Read review

Specs: TV streaming adapter, Digital video broadcasting, Digital photo playback, Ethernet, Stereo, Standard remote control

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.5 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The PSB Speakers M4U 2 Active Noise Cancelling Headphones combine above-average noise cancellation with excellent sound quality that's well worth the price for dedicated audiophiles looking to eliminate ambient noise. Read review

Specs: Headphones, Over-the-ear, Active noise cancellation, Active mode and passive mode, Two-way adjustable ear pads

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.3 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 17 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Roku LT is a killer streaming-media box, offering tons of streaming content -- including favorites like Netflix, Amazon Instant, Hulu Plus, and Pandora -- for just $50. Read review

Specs: Digital multimedia receiver, Internet video playback, Internet radio playback