[ad_1] Roku’s next major OS update is going to be a doozy: the company revealed today that it will support Apple AirPlay 2 and HomeKit on select 4K players and TVs. You’ll be able to cast content from your iOS or Mac devices, just like with any other AirPlay-compatible TV, as well as control all […]
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Marshall’s latest Alexa smart speaker is a compact cube
[ad_1] Smaller in size than Marshall’s Acton and Stanmore speakers, the Uxbridge is more on par with the Google Home Mini, but there’s still a lot of power in the compact cube. There’s Alexa, of course, plus Bluetooth, Airplay 2 and Spotify Connect support, as well as multi-room capabilities and far-field voice recognition, so no […]
Klipsch’s flagship soundbar supports Alexa, AirPlay 2 and Dolby Atmos
[ad_1] The remaining lineup isn’t quite so advanced, but it’s also easier to justify. A refreshed Bar 48 doesn’t include WiFi but is more compact than its predecessor, delivering 3.1-channel sound with Atmos, eARC and a 10-inch subwoofer. It too can pair up with Surround 3 (here for 5.1-channel surround) and will arrive in the […]
Sonos’ leaked portable speaker automatically tunes its sound
[ad_1] The biggest addition, however, might be its sound adjustment. The speaker will reportedly introduce an Auto Trueplay feature that uses the device’s microphones to automatically tune its output to the characteristics of the room. This isn’t new in the industry (the HomePod and Google Home Max perform similar functions), but it’s a first for […]
LG’s 2019 TVs are ready to work with Apple AirPlay 2 and HomeKit
[ad_1] This year started with a slew of TV manufacturers showing off hardware ready to work with Apple’s AirPlay 2 and HomeKit protocols, and now LG says its 2019 TVs are ready to support both features. That makes it, by its claim, the first global TV manufacturer with support for Apple’s smart home control system […]
Netflix abruptly loses support for Apple AirPlay
[ad_1] Netflix has supported AirPlay streaming from iOS devices to Apple TV since 2013, and while it wasn’t the world’s most necessary feature it is odd to hear that this week users noticed it suddenly stopped working. As MacRumors and Apple Insider point out, a support page on Netflix’s website now says “Airplay is no […]
Roku could add AirPlay 2 support soon
[ad_1] If the two sides come to an agreement, AirPlay 2 compatibility will likely arrive on Roku devices through a software update, but it’s not yet clear which models will support it. It seems Roku smart TVs, such as those from TCL and RCA, will enable AirPlay 2 as well. With Apple preparing to announce […]