When multitasking in OS X, sometimes the programs you are using might output notification sounds or otherwise use the OS X audio system in ways that could interfere with your other tasks. If you ...

A Mac’s startup sound volume is tied to the internal speakers output volume. It’s easy enough to quiet it completely, but considering that tone’s a troubleshooting feature, it’s usually best to leave ...

Regardless of the version of Windows you are using, you can always adjust the audio volume of all your applications. These settings are saved in the registry key and are remembered by the program when ...

Everyone knows Amazon's Alexa ecosystem, and it isn't an exaggeration to say Amazon makes some of the best smart speakers money can buy. Alexa's deep integration with smart home hardware only ...

macOS has two distinct volume control options in the Sound preference pane that affect how a Mac produces sound. The Alert volume slider in the middle controls sound effect and notification volume; ...

iOS and Android let you adjust the left-right balance among other audio settings for those with hearing impairments or those who frequently listen with only one headphone. Matt Elliott is a senior ...

I've been experimenting with the public release of the watchOS 26 beta for a few weeks, and even though the full release is still a few months away, I'm finding a lot to like about the forthcoming ...

If I’m doing anything where I need to hear the world around me, I tend to just keep one earbud in when I’m listening to podcasts or music. This obviously screws with the sound volume, but Macworld ...

Volume is an important part of any video you create. Blasting music too loud will not just annoy your audience, it could anger them, while having the volume too low will create a frustrating ...