surround sound
noun
: sound reproduction that often uses three or more transmission channels to enhance the illusion of a live hearing
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The Samsung Smart Music Frame is a smart speaker disguised as a decorative photo frame that connects to your devices via WiFi or Bluetooth to stream your favorite tunes in surround sound.
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Cierra Cowan, PC Magazine, 1 Apr. 2025
Optional upgrades include a head-up display and a premium Burmester surround sound system.
—Josh Max, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
Many of them also support advanced audio technologies like Dolby Atmos, which provides a surround sound experience without the need for multiple speakers scattered around the room.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 7 Dec. 2024
Our top pick for noise-canceling headphones feature noise cancellation, comfortable padding for your ears, have spatial audio for theater-like surround sound, and are on sale ahead of Cyber Monday.
—Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 30 Nov. 2024
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Cierra Cowan, PC Magazine, 1 Apr. 2025
Optional upgrades include a head-up display and a premium Burmester surround sound system.
—Josh Max, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
Many of them also support advanced audio technologies like Dolby Atmos, which provides a surround sound experience without the need for multiple speakers scattered around the room.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 7 Dec. 2024
Our top pick for noise-canceling headphones feature noise cancellation, comfortable padding for your ears, have spatial audio for theater-like surround sound, and are on sale ahead of Cyber Monday.
—Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 30 Nov. 2024
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“Surround sound.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/surround%20sound. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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