When most people think of high-fidelity audio, they imagine the experience of a well-designed living room system or a custom home theater. But today's discerning homeowners want that same rich, enveloping sound experience in their outdoor spaces - whether it's by the fire pit, around the pool, along walkways, or across expansive gardens.

Here's a look at some of what was shown at Pepcom's annual exhibition, held Oct. 29 in New York City's Metropolitan Pavilion.

With Black Friday just around the bend -- falling on Nov. 28 this year -- retailers in all sectors are hoping to bring in as much spend as possible, locking it up before the holiday season begins in earnest throughout December.

The world of technology is ever-evolving and it's important to recognize those brands who are leading the way with their innovative products and creative solutions. TWICE, Residential Systems, and TechRadar Pro are again proud to celebrate those products and solutions with the CES Picks Awards for 2026. These awards provide an opportunity for you to earn the publicity and accolades your business deserves as we enter the new year.

According to the latest data from Parks Associates, 19% of US internet households have professionally monitored security systems, while 7% pay for non-professional services like alerts an video storage.

I'll start with the record player, which has been confirmed by my sources as a Technics SL-1500C, a step-up deck from a brand which has seen a major resurgence over the past decade. In our Technics SL-1500C review, we describe the five-star machine as, "A beautifully made and fuss-free record player with a fine built-in phono stage."