Simon Cohen
Contributing Editor, A/V
Simon Cohen covers a variety of consumer technologies, but has a special interest in audio and video products, like whole-home music systems, true wireless earbuds and headphones, 4K HDR TVs, and surround sound technologies like Dolby Atmos. He has written for Ozy.com, Mobilesyrup, Driving.ca, and VentureBeat, and appeared as a guest tech expert on international TV and radio programs, including BBC Radio, CTV News Channel, and CBC Radio. He is currently a full-time contributor to Digital Trends' Audio/Video section.
Final Audio ZE8000 review: distinctive earbuds for discerning ears
Final Audio's ZE8000 are priced high and don't offer many in-demand features, but what they lack in bells and whistles, they make up for with superb sound.
Bluesound gives its Node streamer a new DAC/headphone amp for its 10th birthday
Bluesound gives its Node streamer a new DAC/headphone amp for its 10th birthday
Bluesound has released a tenth anniversary version of its Node streamer with a new DAC and THX-powered headphone amp designed to appeal to audiophiles.
Sennheiser updates its Momentum headphones with personal tuning, hi-res audio
Sennheiser updates its Momentum headphones with personal tuning, hi-res audio
Sennheiser has some new features for owners of its flagship wireless headphones and earbuds that will improve sound quality.
Sony’s latest party speaker brings a light show to your next karaoke session
Sony’s latest party speaker brings a light show to your next karaoke session
The Sony SRS-XV800 can power a party for 24 hours while it dazzles revelers with a built-in light show.
The 9 best soundbars of 2023: get great sound from your TV
The 9 best soundbars of 2023: get great sound from your TV
These soundbars are guaranteed to give you way better TV sound, and some cost as little as $200. Stop listening to your TV's built-in speakers!
JBL Tour Pro 2 review: totally tricked-out wireless earbuds
JBL's flagship wireless earbuds are chock-full of high-tech features, with the smartest charging case we've ever seen.
Bluetooth bandwidth set to double, opening a path for video and lossless audio
Bluetooth bandwidth set to double, opening a path for video and lossless audio
The wireless technology that connects millions of devices is set to get a big bump in bandwidth.
Just wait until you hear lossless Dolby Atmos Music
Dolby Atmos Music can make your favorite songs sound way more immersive, but streaming services are keeping these spatial tracks from sounding their best.
Denon updates its network streamer with HDMI and big price bump
Denon updates its network streamer with HDMI and big price bump
The Denon DNP-2000NE might be the spitting image of the DNP-800NE, but under the hood and around the back, the two are very different, just like their prices.
Sony releases its 2023 TV prices with one very big exception
Sony releases its 2023 TV prices with one very big exception
Sony TV fans can now see just how much a new 2023 model will run them and when they'll be able to buy one – except for the company's flagship QD-OLED TV.
Master & Dynamic’s headphone stand is expensive, but undeniably unique
Paying $119 for a chunk of metal that keeps your headphones from lying around seems absurd until you check out the features and design of M&D's MC300.
B&O’s picnic basket speaker pumps out 280 watts of power while it charges your phone
B&O’s picnic basket speaker pumps out 280 watts of power while it charges your phone
Danish audio firm Bang & Olufsen's latest speaker might look like a picnic basket, but under its wooden grille lurks four amps, drivers, and 280 watts of power.
Dyson’s bonkers air-purifying headphones hit the U.S. for $949
Dyson’s bonkers air-purifying headphones hit the U.S. for $949
Dyson has managed to marry a set of noise-canceling wireless headphones with an air purifier, so obviously you're going to buy them for $949, right?
Nakamichi’s wild Dragon 11.4.6 Dolby Atmos soundbar goes up for preorder this week
Nakamichi’s wild Dragon 11.4.6 Dolby Atmos soundbar goes up for preorder this week
Nakamichi's huge, 3,000-watt, 11.4.6-channel Dolby Atmos soundbar – aptly named the Dragon – is available for preorder on April 26.
Sonos problems? A new Wi-Fi router might be the answer
Sonos problems? A new Wi-Fi router might be the answer
Sonos wireless speakers are awesome when they work, and infuriating when they don't. But the problem might not be your Sonos gear at all.
NAD CS1 review: a bare-bones network streamer
NAD's new CS1 network streamer gives you plenty of ways to stream, but unfortunately, not a lot of smarts.
Sonos could soon be the soundtrack for your next shopping trip
Sonos could soon be the soundtrack for your next shopping trip
Sonos Pro is a new subscription service that lets companies with multiple locations manage all of their Sonos products from a central dashboard.
Your next earbuds could have speakers built like microchips
Your next earbuds could have speakers built like microchips
The first earbuds to use MEMS drivers are about to go on sale, marking a radical change in how these devices are built.
Tidal CEO says hi-res lossless is coming, raising doubts about MQA
Tidal CEO says hi-res lossless is coming, raising doubts about MQA
The announcement may mean that Tidal is considering dropping the MQA format now that the U.K. company has filed for bankruptcy.
Master & Dynamic adds Lamborghini editions of its best headphones
Master & Dynamic adds Lamborghini editions of its best headphones
M&D is back with another Lamborghini collaboration, this time centered on its current flagships, the MW75, MW08 Sport, and MG20 wireless headphones.
$2,199 Hed Unity Wi-Fi headphones are the first to offer lossless hi-res audio
$2,199 Hed Unity Wi-Fi headphones are the first to offer lossless hi-res audio
The Hed Unity don't look like ordinary wireless headphones and at $2,199 they aren't priced like any either. But with lossless hi-res, they're unique.
What is hi-res audio, and how can you experience it right now?
What is hi-res audio, and how can you experience it right now?
Hi-res audio has gone from an audiophile novelty to a mainstream attraction, but there's still a bit of a learning curve to master before you can enjoy it.
QLED vs. OLED: Which TV technology is best?
QLED vs. OLED: Which TV technology is best?
QLED versus OLED: Can one letter make a big difference? Absolutely. Here's what you need to know about the two TV technologies before you spend your money.
Sony goes open-back with the MDR-MV1 studio monitors designed for spatial audio
Sony goes open-back with the MDR-MV1 studio monitors designed for spatial audio
Sony's new headphones are a real departure for the company, with an open-back design it says will help audio pros hear all the nuances of spatial audio.
YouTube TV: plans, pricing, channels, how to cancel, and more
YouTube TV: plans, pricing, channels, how to cancel, and more
YouTube TV plans come in a single flavor — $73 a month. But one of the leading streaming options also has a number of optional add-ons available.
Anker Soundcore Motion X600 review: a mini metal boombox
With a sleek metal and aluminum shell, the Anker Soundcore Motion X600 is a portable Bluetooth speaker that looks as good as it sounds.
Denon snaps up Nura, says new personalized-sound earbuds arriving this year
Denon snaps up Nura, says new personalized-sound earbuds arriving this year
In something of a surprise move, home audio brand, Denon, has acquired Nura, an Australian maker of headphones and earbuds.
Astell&Kern gives its new entry-level digital audio player some premium features
Astell&Kern gives its new entry-level digital audio player some premium features
A&K has improved the features you can expect on its most affordable portable. The $799 SR35 comes with quad DACs and tons of power.
The best wireless headphones for 2023 from Bose, Sony, 1More and more
The best wireless headphones for 2023 from Bose, Sony, 1More and more
Can you get great sound quality and wireless freedom in the same set of headphones? Absolutely. These are the best wireless headphones you can buy right now.
Niche Canadian company takes on Sony with new wireless earbuds and headphones
Niche Canadian company takes on Sony with new wireless earbuds and headphones
PSB has updated its flagship wireless noise-canceling headphones and introduced a new set of planar-based wireless earbuds.
Skullcandy honors Purple Haze weed with its latest 4/20 earbuds
Skullcandy honors Purple Haze weed with its latest 4/20 earbuds
Skullcandy is back with another 420-edition set of earbuds – this time inspired by a famous strain of cannabis.
The best noise-canceling headphones of 2023: Sony, Bowers & Wilkins, and more
The best noise-canceling headphones of 2023: Sony, Bowers & Wilkins, and more
It's a noisy world, but our picks of the best noise-canceling headphones will help hush it for you while making music, podcasts, and other sounds even sweeter.
Sony debuts the WF-C700N, its most affordable noise-canceling earbuds
Sony debuts the WF-C700N, its most affordable noise-canceling earbuds
Sony has brought the price of active noise cancellation down to $120 with the WF-C700N, its latest wireless earbuds.
Best headphones for 2023: Sony, Sennheiser, Apple, and more
Best headphones for 2023: Sony, Sennheiser, Apple, and more
From budget-friendly to the best that money can buy, these are the headphones you should be shopping for.