HI-FI gadget maker FiiO has expanded its audio lineup with the release of two Jade Audio headphones, a new desktop Bluetooth receiver, and a next-generation portable CD player aimed at listeners ...

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FiiO's latest portable CD player is a real step on from its predecessor. Because the DM15 R2R not only has way more features, it has a cool transparent look too, so you can see the compact disc ...

Pioneer today announced a new in-dash receiver that supports Dolby Atmos audio playback within Apple CarPlay, extending the ...

Last year, Fiio introduced the DM13, a portable CD player with modern features (such as USB-C charging and built-in Bluetooth) and priced at $150, making it a relatively affordable excuse to revisit ...

This past year, Fiio has introduced several hi-fi gadgets under its Snowsky brand, which caters to budget-conscious audiophiles. Of note, there’s been the Snowsky Tiny, a USB-C DAC/amp that costs just ...

The FiiO DM15 R2R is a portable and desktop CD player that doubles as a DAC. It also adds Bluetooth streaming for headphones and wireless speakers. Available now, it's reassuringly affordable at £249 ...

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If you want to hear Apple Music’s lossless catalog the way it was meant to sound, you will need a little extra hardware. iPhones and most wireless headphones still have limitations when it comes to ...

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