Get ready to revolutionize your home audio experience with the groundbreaking partnership between LG and Dolby! The tech world is abuzz with the announcement of the first FlexConnect soundbar, and it's all thanks to LG's innovative approach. John Higgins, a seasoned senior reviewer in the AV industry, is here to give us the lowdown on this exciting development. Higgins, with his 20+ years of experience, has been a trusted voice at Digital Trends and Reviewed, and now he's shedding light on the upcoming CES 2026 event.
Higgins reveals that the Dolby Atmos FlexConnect technology, initially showcased with TCL Z100 speakers, is now taking a giant leap forward with LG's H7 soundbar. This soundbar, powered by the Alpha 11 Gen 3 chip, is part of LG's modular Sound Suite, which promises to transform your home audio setup. The suite includes the M5 and M7 surround speakers, and W7 subwoofer, all crafted with Peerless Audio components for an immersive sound experience.
One of the standout features of the original TCL implementation was its limitation to only four connected speakers, including a subwoofer. This meant a trade-off between sound coverage and bass performance. However, LG's Sound Suite breaks free from this constraint, allowing you to connect the soundbar with up to four surround speakers and a subwoofer, potentially creating a 13.1.7-channel system. The best part? You're not tied to a specific TV model; the H7 soundbar can seamlessly work with any TV, acting as the lead device to connect the surround speakers and subwoofer.
Higgins shares his experience with the TCL Z100, praising the fast and intuitive calibration process of FlexConnect speakers. With just a short musical clip, the system can determine the optimal placement and sound optimization for your room. LG's implementation takes it a step further with ultra-wideband technology, introducing 'Sound Follow' to adjust the sweet spot based on your listening position.
The real question on everyone's mind is: how customizable will the LG Sound Suite be after setup? Higgins hints at the possibility of adjusting subwoofer levels, leaving us eager to see the level of control it offers. As Higgins prepares to demo the system at CES, we can't wait to see how this technology enhances the home audio experience. Stay tuned for his in-depth review, where he'll put the LG Sound Suite to the test and reveal its true potential.
