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Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 vs. Jabra Elite 8 Active (Gen 2): Which sports buds are best?
By Alex Bracetti published
We compare Beats’ latest powerhouse with Jabra’s magnum opus to determine the better workout companion.

I just tested this subwoofer — and I found bass in my music that I didn’t even know existed
By Tammy Rogers published
I just added a subwoofer to my stereo system. Here's how it went.

Best cheap soundbars 2025: Low-cost ways to upgrade your TV sound
By Tammy Rogers last updated
Cut-price soundbars tested and rated for sound quality, connectivity and ease of use. Find out which of these great budget buys is best at boosting TV sound.

I finally tested the famous $150 Rode PodMic and its sound quality equals Shure — but there’s a catch
By Erin Bashford published
The Rode PodMic is the perfect microphone for professional-quality broadcasts or podcasts. It’s faithful to voices, recording with depth, warmth, and nuance.

The Rode Wireless Micro is so easy, I bet my cat could figure it out — it’s perfect for total newbies
By Erin Bashford published
The Rode Wireless Micro is a smartphone-first set of wireless microphones with a USB-C and Lightning receiver, ideal for content creators… beginners or not.

Sony WH-1000XM6 vs Sony WH-1000XM5: How do Sony's latest flagship stack up?
By Tammy Rogers published
Sony's new top-of-the-line headphones, the WH-1000XM5, are out now — but should you buy them over the old model, or are you better off getting a saving on the XM5?

AirPods Pro 3 just revealed in new leak by Apple's own code
By Scott Younker published
A change to Apple software suggests that we're close to seeing the Apple AirPods Pro 3.

I tested the Sony WH-1000XM6 for three weeks — here’s my verdict
By Nick Pino published
Although they’re not the radical upgrade I was hoping for, the Sony WH-1000XM6 make some minor improvements to Sony’s flagship noise-cancelling headphones.
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