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U-NEXT surpasses 5 million subscribers, becoming the first Japanese premium broadcasting service to achieve this milestone.
Integration with Paravi in July 2023 and strategic partnerships have significantly contributed to this growth.
U-NEXT offers the largest catalog of movies, dramas, and live sports, streaming over 2,800 events annually.
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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.