Bose QuietComfort Ultra leaked in new images — watch out, Sony WH-1000XM5 By Lee Dunkley published 27 February 23 Leak appears to suggest that a flagship Bose QuietComfort Ultra noise-canceling headphone could arrive soon.
Apple Music lossless and spatial audio: Which devices and headphones do you need? By Lee Dunkley last updated 27 February 23 Apple Music lossless and spatial audio are rolling out now. Here's the hardware you'll need to play with these Hi-Res and 360-degree sound features.
How to discover Spatial Audio tracks in your Apple Music library By Lee Dunkley last updated 26 February 23 This useful app integrates with your Apple Music library to let you know when spatial audio versions of your favorite songs are available.
Spotify's new 'AI DJ' feature is here — what it is and how to get it By Lee Dunkley published 23 February 23 Spotify's new DJ feature auto-generates music it thinks you'll like and inserts AI commentary between songs just like radio.
7 Spotify tips and tricks everyone needs to know By Lee Dunkley last updated 22 February 23 Spotify's app lets music fans share and mix music with friends, be a better DJ, book tickets to see bands and lots more. Here's how…
Sony unveils $150 wireless noise-canceling headphones with 35-hour battery life By Lee Dunkley published 22 February 23 Sony introduces a successor to the pocket-friendly over-ear noise canceling headphones, plus there's a new $59 on-ear model too.
Sonos Era 100 and 300 speakers fully leaked — here’s all the new features By Lee Dunkley published 21 February 23 All the features and specs for the new Sonos Era flagship smart speaker series leaked ahead of official launch in March. Here's what to expect.
Forget wireless — Sennheiser’s new HD 660S2 open-back headphones boost audiophile sound By Lee Dunkley published 8 February 23 Sennheiser’s updated HD 660S2 open-back headphones go on sale later this month, demonstrating that wires are still king when it comes to pristine performance.
Forget HomePod 2 — new Sonos smart speakers reportedly on the way soon By Lee Dunkley published 7 February 23 Sonos Era 300 and 100 flagship speakers could be coming soon, along with a Move 2 portable smart speaker.
AirPods Max 2 — early rumors and what we want to see By Kate Kozuch last updated 3 February 23 Here are AirPods Max 2 rumors we've heard so far, plus the top features we want to see from the second-gen Apple AirPods Max.
New AirPods, AirPods Max 2 and HomePod mini 2 could arrive next year By Richard Priday published 3 February 23 Lots of new Apple audio gear could arrive next year, an analyst claims, including new AirPods, AirPods Max and HomePod mini.
Nothing Ear (2) leak suggests personalized ANC could be on the cards By Lee Dunkley published 2 February 23 The Nothing Ear (2) earbuds could arrive soon with personalized ANC, but thankfully the transparent design doesn't look to be overhauled.
Netflix spatial audio is rolling out to even more devices — and covers 700 top shows By Nick Pino published 1 February 23 Netflix expands its spatial audio offerings with 700 of its top shows — but only if you have a Premium plan.
Not again! The HomePod 2 stained my furniture — just like the original By Mike Prospero published 1 February 23 Just like the first HomePod, the HomePod 2 will leave a white mark on some wood furniture.
HomePod mini vs HomePod (2nd gen): What should you buy? By Mike Prospero last updated 31 January 23 The HomePod mini is Apple's answer to Google and Amazon's small smart speakers — but should you get it over the HomePod 2?
Marshall brings legendary sound in a new rugged, take-anywhere Bluetooth portable By Lee Dunkley published 31 January 23 Marshall Middleton bolsters rugged portable Bluetooth speaker series with larger go anywhere model that's just as happy at the beach, festival, or home.
Future Apple HomePods could control your living room thanks to this new patent By Andy Sansom published 25 January 23 Apple has had a new patent approved that details how the HomePod could automatically adjust to fit your living space and personal needs.
Watch out, AirPods Pro 2 — Bowers & Wilkins just released new adaptive noise-cancelling earbuds By Lee Dunkley published 25 January 23 Bowers & Wilkins upgrades its Pi5 and Pi7 earbuds to Series 2, offering better battery life and adaptive noise-cancelling, and more color options.
Hoping for a HomePod mini 2 to go with the new HomePod? Don’t hold your breath By Nick Pino published 23 January 23 An Apple leaker says there are currently no plans for a sequel to the HomePod mini — and the reasoning makes sense.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro just got 360-degree audio recording — here's how it works By Lee Dunkley published 13 January 23 The latest firmware brings 360 Audio Recording support to Samsung's Galaxy Buds 2 Pro earbuds.
Sennheiser's $149 wired earbuds deliver audiophile sound for less By Lee Dunkley published 10 January 23 If you take mobile listening seriously enough to own a dedicated music player of portable DAC, these wired earbuds look like a great audiophile option.
JBL unveils powerful Dolby Atmos soundbar, gaming headsets, and hi-fi speakers at CES 2023 By Lee Dunkley published 4 January 23 JBL announces a 1170W soundbar system, alongside a raft of audio products to boost your gaming and music listening experience.
Apple could be launching cheaper AirPods Lite later this year By Lee Dunkley published 3 January 23 Apple could launch cheaper AirPods this year, according to analyst Jeff Pu.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 will get a big audio boost in 2023 By Lee Dunkley published 26 December 22 Bose flagship earbud owners are in for an amazing audio treat when aptX Lossless support comes to the world's best ANC earbuds in the New Year.
The best Dolby Atmos soundbar just got a 22-carat gold makeover By Lee Dunkley published 7 December 22 Devialet's luxury soundbar introduces dazzling Opéra de Paris version with 22-carat moon gold for even more sparkle while watching Christmas movies. All I want for Christmas is you...
Apple Music Sing adds karaoke features to your iPhone and iPad By Richard Priday published 7 December 22 Apple Music Sing will let you and your friends sing along with adjustable vocal volume, split lyrics and more when it launches later in December.
This underrated AirPods Pro 2 upgrade fixed my biggest complaint By Kate Kozuch last updated 5 December 22 The AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s new extra small ear tip makes a huge improvement for comfort and security.
Apple Music Replay just challenged Spotify Wrapped — here's how to get it By Lee Dunkley published 30 November 22 Apple rolls out revamped Apple Music Replay experience showcasing your listening highlights for 2022.
Spotify Wrapped 2022 is live: How to get yours By Henry T. Casey last updated 30 November 22 Spotify Wrapped 2022 has arrived. Here's how to find your top songs and artists on the streaming service for the past year.
This is why AirPods Pro 2 lack lossless audio — according to an Apple engineer By Alan Martin published 26 November 22 “We don’t think that the codec currently is the limitation of audio quality on Bluetooth products.”
