Tammy and her generous collection of headphones have found a new home — Tom's Guide! After a two-and-a-half-year stint as iMore's resident audiophile, Tammy's reviews and buying guide expertise have more focus than ever on Tom's Guide, helping buyers find the audio gear that works best for them. Tammy has worked with some of the most desirable audio brands on the planet in her time writing about headphones, speakers, and more, bringing a consumer focussed approach to critique and buying advice. Away from her desk, you'll probably find her in the countryside writing (extremely bad) poetry, or putting her screenwriting Masters to good use creating screenplays that'll never see the light of day.
Latest articles by Tammy Rogers

Some AirPods Pro 3 users are reporting irritating static sound in their buds — how about you?
By Tammy Rogers published
Users are experiencing issues with their AirPods Pro 3, as they play a strange static sound when you stop playing music with ANC turned on.

I need new smart speakers for my home — here's how I'm deciding between Amazon, Google, Apple and Sonos
By Tammy Rogers last updated
I need to refill my home with smart devices, but which model am I going to choose?

I test headphones for a living — here's the best sounding headphones under $100
By Tammy Rogers last updated
It can be very easy to spend a lot of money on headphones, but you don't have to spend buckets to get great-sounding cans.

Whatever happened to Wi-Fi headphones?
By Tammy Rogers published
We've been expecting WiFi headphones for a hot second, so where are they and why don't we have them yet?

This pair of ANC headphones are amazing — but there's a bonus in the case that makes them even better
By Tammy Rogers published
There's a bonus in the case of the Sennheiser HDB 630 — and it's going to come in clutch for iPhone users.

Wi-Fi vs Bluetooth — which is better for streaming music to your soundbar
By Tammy Rogers last updated
There are two ways to listen to music over your soundbar — but which is the best?

I look for epic sound when buying new headphones — but what about you?
By Tammy Rogers last updated
I know what I want out of my headphones, but I'm curious — what does everyone else want when they buy a new set of cans?

The best Google Home speakers in 2025
By Tammy Rogers last updated
These are the best Google Home speakers, ranked and reviewed based on hours of testing.

This Spotify update is a game-changer for live music fans — and I can't wait to see which new artists I discover
By Tammy Rogers published
You can now track local live music venues with Spotify, so that you can see when your favorite artists are coming nearby — perfect for live music fans like me.

I've been testing the Pixel Buds 2a, and they're the affordable earbuds the AirPods 4 should have been
By Tammy Rogers published
Google's latest buds cost the same as the AirPods 4 — but they bring a whole lot more to the table. So what's going on in AirPods land?

Audiophiles love this style of headphones despite a major flaw — here's why you will too
By Tammy Rogers last updated
My favorite headphones have wires and no backs — let me tell you why.

The best cheap headphones: big sound for less
By Tammy Rogers last updated
We've tested the best cheap headphones on the market, including over-ear, in-ear wired and wireless models.

I ditched my Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones for no headphones — here's why I'm going ANC free
By Tammy Rogers last updated
ANC is very helpful — but how much of the outside world am I missing out on when I slip them over my head?

The best record players: Top turntables for any budget
By Tammy Rogers last updated
Dust off your vinyl collection, or start a new one — these are the best turntables you can buy, at any budget.

What I want to see from Sonos Ace 2 — better battery, extra comfortable design and more
By Tammy Rogers published
The Sonos Ace have been out long enough now that I'm starting to think about their sequel — what do I want from them?

Spotify Lossless didn't give me what I want — here's what to use instead
By Tammy Rogers last updated
Spotify Lossless looked like it could pull me away from my hi-res streaming platform of choice — but it's not really done enough to make me stick around.

Beats Powerbeats Fit review: A confusing entry into the Beats family
By Tammy Rogers published
The Beats Powerbeats Fit bring an improved fit and a different sound profile, as well as a smaller charging case. They don’t get some of the upgrades we were hoping for, however.

AirPods Pro 4 and AirPods 5 tipped for a big chip upgrade — here's why
By Tammy Rogers published
Fresh off the AirPods Pro 3 launch, Apple is already looking to upgrade the whole line with a new chip — and it's all for Apple Intelligence.

This $40 record player accessory flattens your records for a way better sound — even if it does look like a hockey puck
By Tammy Rogers published
Records are fickle beasts — keep them under control with this helpful gadget.

The best microphones in 2025: boost voice quality at home
By Tammy Rogers last updated
Whether you’re working from home or just want to upgrade your video calls, the best microphones will help you get the best audio quality.

I test audio gear for a living — here's how to make a great home stereo system for under $500
By Tammy Rogers last updated
Browsing HiFi sites can often make it feel like you need to spend thousands on a new system — but we've found a way to get great sound for a lot less.

Live Translation not working with your AirPods? Make sure you check this setting in your iPhone
By Tammy Rogers published
Live Translation works with older AirPods too, but you'll need to make sure your iPhone is up to date.

This new pair of ANC headphones are some of the best I've ever tested - but there's one big reason I can't name them No. 1
By Tammy Rogers published
The new Bowers & Wilkins PX8 S2 are incredible headphones – but they won't be topping our best list. Here's why.
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