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Top-rated reviews of the week (pictures)

This week CNET's editors crown a rare five-star product, with the words, "Consider the home theater market disrupted." We've also reviewed some excellent tech for people on the move, from cars to cameras, and an Android app that pushes goodies from your computer to your phone.

CNET Reviews staff
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Monoprice 9774 speaker system

Monoprice 9774 5.1 Hi-Fi Home Theater Satellite Speakers & Subwoofer

The Monoprice 9774 speaker system is the best home audio value we've ever seen: gorgeous, incredible-sounding home theater speakers for just under $250. Read the review.

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2 of 11 Antuan Goodwin/CNET

Pioneer DEH-X9500BHS CD receiver

Pioneer DEH-X9500BHS

The Pioneer DEH-X9500BHS packs in a remarkably wide range of audio sources for a single DIN receiver, including some rudimentary app integration. Read the review.

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2013 BMW 750Li

2013 BMW 750Li

The 2013 BMW 750Li can do double duty as a freeway cruiser and a getaway car, whether you drive it yourself or hire a chauffeur. A wide array of connected features adds new capabilities to the already first-rate navigation and stereo systems. Read the review.

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4 of 11 Screenshot by Jason Parker/CNET

iHeartRadio for iOS

iHeartRadio

If you're wondering which free streaming-audio app to pick from the ocean of apps at the App Store, iHeartRadio is a great way to break in to the genre, with several useful features not found in other apps. Read the review.

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Nikon D5200

Nikon D5200

The Nikon D5200 makes a great choice for family and vacation photographers. Read the review.

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Nu-Force HP-800 headphones

Nu-Force HP-800 headphones

While less geared for mobile use, the Nu-Force HP-800 is one of the better-sounding full-size headphone models for the money. Read the review.

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7 of 11 Screenshot by Jaymar Cabebe/CNET

PushBullet for Android

PushBullet

PushBullet is the easiest way to get files, links, notes, lists, and addresses from your desktop computer to your Android device. Read the review.

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8 of 11 Screenshot by Jason Parker/CNET

Thirst for iOS

Thirst

Thirst is one of the best iOS apps yet for catching up on hot news topics by category, with a smart search algorithm that uses the power of the Web to bring stories to you. Read the review.

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9 of 11 Sarah Tew/CNET

WD TV Play

WD TV Play

The WD TV Play is the best alternative to Roku and Apple TV for viewers looking to access their personal media collection. Read the review.

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10 of 11 Sarah Tew/CNET

HP Officejet Pro X576dw

HP Officejet Pro X576dw

The HP Officejet Pro X576dw delivers a generous serving of features exclusive to Hewlett-Packard, including a new PageWide printhead that grants it the speed benefits of a laser printer while maintaining the color print quality of an inkjet, making it worthwhile for offices shopping for a professional imaging device. Read the review.

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Canon PowerShot SX50 HS

Canon PowerShot SX50 HS

If you simply must have the longest zoom in the room, the Canon PowerShot SX50 HS satisfies. Read the review.

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