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HBO Max is scheduled to launch in Germany in 2026, marking its debut in this major European market.
The platform will feature popular content from Warner Bros. Discovery, including 'House of the Dragon' and the DC Universe.
Speculations indicate potential partnerships with local providers like Sky Deutschland or MagentaTV for bundled offers.
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* Queen will release a 5CD+2LP super deluxe Queen II box set on 27 March 2026 via EMI, expanding the original 1974 album extensively.

* Audio Research I/55 is a compact tube integrated amplifier derived from I/70, succeeding I/50, targeting high-end listeners seeking classic tube sound with m…

* ToxFreeLife tested 81 headphone models from brands including Sony, Apple, JBL, Bose, Samsung, and Temu across European retail and online marketplaces.

* Audio-Technica launches the ATH-CKD7NC USB-C wired earphones on February 27, featuring hybrid noise cancelling and priced at ¥9,680 via direct sales.