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• CNET Editor rating:
  5.0 stars Spectacular

  Overall score: 9.6 (5.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 6 reviews

The Bottom Line: The midlevel price and outstanding quality of the Panasonic TC-PST60 series make it our strongest TV recommendation ever. Read review

Specs: Plasma, 55 in, 1080p, Wi-Fi, Viera Connect

• 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 Sony STR-DN1040 is a truly first-class AV receiver, boasting tons of wireless technology and a pretty user interface, at a premium price. Read review

Specs: Home Theater Network Receiver, 165 Watt -, Built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet, MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link), Graphical User Interface (GUI), BRAVIA Sync Capable, Smartphone Remote Control App (iOS/Android), Advanced Blu-ray Disc Audio Decoding, Stand by pass-through of audio and video, iPod and iPhone compatible, 24p True Cinema Mode, AirPlay built-in

• 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: At around $7, the surprisingly good-sounding and comfortable JVC Gumy Plus is a bargain. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headphones, In-ear, 0.1 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Noise isolating, Gold-plated plug

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  0.0 stars

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

The Bottom Line: Microsoft announced a redesigned version of the Xbox 360, designed to match the look of the new Xbox One. Read review

Specs: - Game console

• 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: For those who can afford it, the Panasonic TC-PZT60 comes closer than any TV yet to picture-quality perfection. Read review

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

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.4 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 3 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Panasonic TC-PS60 plasma TV's low price, high-end picture quality, and bare-bones Smarts make it one of the best values we've ever seen. Read review

Specs: Plasma, 50 in, 1080p, Wi-Fi

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.4 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 3 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Sony HT-CT260 is our go-to budget sound bar pick, with excellent sound quality, built-in Bluetooth, an adaptable design, and no major missteps. Read review

Specs: Sound Bar, Subwoofer, Wireless - Bluetooth, Wired, Active, 170 Watt, 130 Watt, Black

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: Samsung's best-performing TV ever, the PNF8500 series pushes the plasma picture quality envelope, especially in bright rooms. Read review

Specs: Plasma, 60 in, 1080p, Netflix, Pandora, YouTube, Vudu, Hulu Plus, Flickr, Facebook, ConnectShare Movie, Amazon Instant Video

• CNET Editor rating:
  5.0 stars Spectacular

  Overall score: 9.6 (5.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 3 reviews

The Bottom Line: The midlevel price and outstanding quality of the Panasonic TC-PST60 series make it our strongest TV recommendation ever. Read review

Specs: Plasma, 50 in, 1080p, Viera Connect

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

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

The Bottom Line: The Panasonic VT60 has one of the best pictures of any TV we've ever reviewed, and matches the best-ever in dark rooms. Read review

Specs: Plasma, 60 in, 1080p, Viera Connect

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.9 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 10 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Roku 3 is the best streaming-video box yet, with tons of content sources, lightning-fast performance, and an innovative remote with built-in headphone jack. Read review

• 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 Panasonic TC-PS60 plasma TV's low price, high-end picture quality, and bare-bones Smarts make it one of the best values we've ever seen. Read review

Specs: Plasma, 42 in, 1080p, Ethernet, Wi-Fi

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 12 reviews

The Bottom Line: The overpriced Sharp Elite LED-based LCD produces the second-best overall picture quality of any TV we've reviewed since 2008. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 60 in, 1080p, 3D Compatible, 240 Hz, Full-array with local dimming, Wi-Fi, CinemaNow, Netflix, Blockbuster, Pandora, Napster, Facebook, Twitter, EPA Energy Star

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.7 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 22 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Jambox is the most stylish portable speaker we've seen, with features and sound quality you won't find in comparable compact designs. Read review

Specs: Speakers, Portable speaker, Wireless - Bluetooth 2.1 EDR, Wired, Active, 85 dB, Black

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

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

Specs: LED-LCD, 50 in, 1080p, 60 Hz

• CNET Editor rating:
  5.0 stars Spectacular

  Overall score: 9.6 (5.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The midlevel price and outstanding quality of the Panasonic TC-PST60 series make it our strongest TV recommendation ever. Read review

Specs: Plasma, 60 in, 1080p, Viera Connect

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.3 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 76 reviews

The Bottom Line: While they're no bargain, the Bose QuietComfort 15s currently offer the best sound and silencing capabilities in a pair of noise-canceling headphones. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headphones, Ear-cup, Silver, 4.9 oz, Stereo, Noise cancelling circuit, Foam ear cushions, Active equalization

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 9 reviews

The Bottom Line: For under $10, you'll be hard-pressed to find in-ear headphones that sound better and are more comfortable than the Panasonic ErgoFit RP-HJE120s. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headphones, In-ear, Orange, 0.1 oz, Stereo, 9 mm driver unit, 3.5 mm plug

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.4 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 7 reviews

The Bottom Line: While the SoundLink Bluetooth Mobile Speaker II may no longer be in a class by itself, it's still near the top of the portable Bluetooth speaker category. Read review

Specs: Bluetooth speaker, Wired - Bluetooth, Wireless, Active, Black

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.6 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 27 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Audio-Technica ATH-M50 Professional Studio Monitor Headphones are among the best available for less than $200, offering excellent sound and build quality. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headphones, Ear-cup, 10 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.5 stars Spectacular

  Overall score: 9.3 (4.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 28 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Energy Take Classic 5.1 is the best budget speaker system we've reviewed, earning our Editors' Choice Award with its outstanding sound quality and exquisite looks. Read review

Specs: Home theater speaker system, Wired, Active subwoofer, passive satellites, 89 dB, 100 Watt, 200 Watt, High-gloss black

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.2 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Onkyo's TX-NR626 is a value-packed AV receiver with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and even a turntable input, but it's just short of being our top pick. Read review

Specs: Network AV receiver, 115 Watt - 6 Ohm - THD0.7 % - 7 channel(s) (Surround), 95 Watt - 8 Ohm - THD0.08 % - 7 channel(s) (Surround), Bluetooth, Built-in Wi-Fi, Audyssey MultEQ, Smartphone Remote Control App, Apple Lossless, LPCM, NAS, FLAC, InstaPrevue technology, DLNA technology

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.1 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: Vizio's S4251w-B4 sports rear speakers for unparalleled home theater sonics from a sound bar, although it has some quirks. Read review

Specs: Sound bar speaker system, Wireless

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.4 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 9 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Onkyo TX-NR616 is a tremendous AV receiver value, with eight HDMI inputs and a very low street price, although Onkyo's step-down models may be an even better buy. Read review

Specs: Home Theater Network Receiver, 100 Watt - 8 Ohm - THD0.7 % - 7 channel(s) (Surround), Wi-Fi ready, adapter sold separately, Ethernet, Audyssey Dynamic EQ, Audyssey 2EQ, DLNA technology, Bi-Amplifying, Wide Range Amplifier Technology (WRAT), Graphical User Interface (GUI), Audyssey DSX

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.9 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: For people seeking integrated Smart features, the Vizio E320i-A0 is the strongest value we've seen yet among 32-inch TVs. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 32 in, 720p, 60 Hz, Full array, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Vizio Internet Apps (V.I.A.), Netflix, Vudu, Hulu Plus, YouTube, Pandora, Facebook, Twitter, Fandago, Flickr, EPA Energy Star