I listened to Samsung's new Wi-Fi speakers at CES, and they surpassed my expectations

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ZDNET's key takeaways

• Samsung's Music Studio 7 makes its debut at CES 2026, featuring a sleek design and impressive sound quality.
• Its audio specs, performance, and design make it stiff competition for Sonos.
• Pricing and availability have not yet been announced.

Ahead of CES 2026, Samsung announced a pair of new Bluetooth smart speakers in its Music Studio series. It includes the Music Studio 7 (LS70H) and the Music Studio 5 (LS50H), and their sound, sleek design, and modularity immediately reminded me of Sonos' Era 300 and Era 100. 

Samsung's speakers feature a simple form with a concave dish shape and a dot at the center. I like the design because it has a distinct yet look. While the Music Frame Bluetooth speaker blends in with your surroundings, the Studio 7 and Studio 5 ...