Alex Bracetti

Alex Bracetti

A lifestyle journalist with an affinity for consumer products, Alex has over a decade of experience and has worked with popular publications such as Complex, Thrillist, Men’s Health, Gear Patrol, AskMen, and Hoop Magazine. He currently focuses on audio, reviewing the most coveted headphones in the market for both Tom’s Guide and Laptop Magazine.

Articles by: Alex Bracetti

MacBook sound feature

5 ways I improved headphone sound from my MacBook

By Alex Bracetti published

Want better audio performance from your headphones when using a MacBook? Try out these 5 tips to maximize the sound experience.

AirPods Max and Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones with packing boxes

5 lessons the AirPods Max 2 could learn from the Bose QC Ultra

By Alex Bracetti published

The rumored AirPods Max 2 flagship headphones haven't materialized yet, and any new Apple design could learn a lot from the awesome Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones.

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones on the head of a man

Bose's new QC Ultra headphones and wireless earbuds are great — here's how I made them sound even better

By Alex Bracetti published

Here are 7 ways to boost the sound of Bose's new Ultra headphones and wireless earbuds so that you can optimize the listening experience on the world's best noise-canceling cans.

Sony Inzone buds in held in out stretched hand

I tried Sony’s InZone Buds, but they're not the universal wireless earbuds I hoped for

By Alex Bracetti published

Sony makes some of the best wireless earbuds in the world, so how do the company's new gaming InZone Buds sound when you ditch the PS5 to listen to music?

Bose QC Ultra Headphones for iPad

How to make watching Halloween movies even more horrifying

By Alex Bracetti last updated

Horror movies sound even more scary through spatial audio headphones. Here's how the new Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones intensified my favorite Halloween flicks with 3D immersive audio.

Listing image for Bose QuietComfort Headphones vs. Bose 700

Bose QuietComfort Headphones vs. Bose 700: Which should you buy?

By Alex Bracetti published

The Bose 700 and the all-new Bose QuietComfort Headphones go head-to-head to determine which are the better noise-canceling headphones to buy.

Marshall Motif II with charging case on a blue tiled surface

Marshall Motif II review: Robust style and sound, but features fall short at $199

By Alex Bracetti published

Decent sound and ANC performance, but there are too many trade-offs

Bose QC Headphones vs. QC45 placed side-by-side, listing image

Bose QuietComfort Headphones vs. Bose QuietComfort 45: What's changed?

By Alex Bracetti published

With both models on sale, how do the all-new Bose QC Headphones compare to the company's older QC45 noise-canceling headphones, and which are the best value?

Bose QC Ultra with Bose QC headphones side-by-side

Bose QC Ultra Headphones vs. Bose QC Headphones: What's the difference?

By Alex Bracetti published

What's the difference between the two new Bose noise-canceling headphones? We compare both models to determine which are the better investment.

Bose QuietComfort headphones held up against a blue sky

Bose QuietComfort Headphones review: A QC45 upgrade with better sound and battery life

By Alex Bracetti published

The Bose QuietComfort Headphones replace the QC45 as excellent always-on noise-cancelers with enhanced sound and improved battery life, but there's a catch.

Review listing image for Anker Soundcore Space One in blue

$99 Soundcore Space One headphones are budget noise-cancelers with style

By Alex Bracetti published

Entry-level Soundcore by Anker headphones deliver strong audio and ANC performance with 40-hour playback between recharges in a stylish and affordable package.

Sony and Sennheiser headphones held by reviewer

Sennheiser Accentum vs. Sony WH-CH720N: Which are the best mid-range ANC headphones?

By Alex Bracetti published

We compare Sennheiser and Sony’s affordable ANC headphones to determine the better noise-cancelling value.

Listing image for Skullcandy Dime 3 in charging case

Skullcandy Dime 3 mini wireless earbuds are a bargain at $29

By Alex Bracetti last updated

These next-gen value wireless earbuds step up sound and reliable voice calling quality in a durable and compact key-fob charging case design, but some features are still MIA.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 6

5 ways to get the best music experience from your Samsung Galaxy Watch 6

By Alex Bracetti published

From apps to shortcuts to unlocked features, here’s my list of tips and tricks on how to get the best music experience from your Samsung Galaxy Watch 6.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro with phone on a table top lifestyle

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are my top wireless earbuds pick for Android phones — here’s why

By Alex Bracetti published

Premium sound features and platform-friendly performance make the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro the perfect Android companion.

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds

I just tested the Bose QC Ultra Earbuds — and this feature is a game changer

By Alex Bracetti last updated

Bose Immersive Audio is a new 3D sound experience that impresses with all kinds of content. Find out how it compares to other spatial audio formats.

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds on a keyboard

3 things I love about the new Bose QC Ultra Earbuds — and one I don't

By Alex Bracetti published

How much has Bose’s next-gen flagship changed from the previous version? Here are the biggest differences you need to know about on the QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds.

Bose QC Ultra Earbuds vs QC Earbuds 2 face-off listing image

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds vs. Bose QC Earbuds 2: Which is best?

By Alex Bracetti published

Bose has the two best ANC earbuds on the planet with the QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds and QuietComfort Earbuds 2. Find out which delivers the better experience overall.

JLab Jbuds Mini in charging held in hand with a blue background

JLab JBuds Mini wireless earbuds are a perfect fit

By Alex Bracetti published

The $39 JLab JBuds Mini are a super-compact wireless earbuds design with great features and performance.

TCL MoveAudio S600

5 tech brands that need to quit making wireless earbuds

By Alex Bracetti published

From legacy telecommunication companies to popular smart TV manufacturers, these 5 tech brands need to quit making wireless earbuds.

Tom's Guide Awards 2023 winners

5 ways to protect your new AirPods case

By Alex Bracetti published

Learn from our audio expert's mistakes by following these tips to help protect your AirPods charging case from wear and tear to ensure that it stays looking great and working for longer.

Sony WF-C700N alongside other Sony earbuds

3 reasons the cheaper Sony WF-C700N are better than the Sony WF-1000XM5

By Alex Bracetti published

The $299 Sony WF-1000XM5 are excellent wireless earbuds, but the brand’s less expensive alternatives get you more bang for your buck.

Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds worn by tester Alex Bracetti

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds are one of the best noise cancelers I've tested, here's why

By Alex Bracetti published

New Bose headphones may be on the horizon but the first-gen Bose QuietComfort Earbuds remain one of the best noise-cancelers I've heard.

Jabra Elite 10 hero shot

Jabra Elite 10 flagship noise-canceling earbuds are their best ever

By Alex Bracetti published

Editor's Choice

The Jabra Elite 10 are the company's top-flight wireless earbuds with strong audio and noise cancelation performance to challenge top rivals.

Solar-powered headphones feature

Are solar-powered headphones worth it?

By Alex Bracetti published

Solar-powered headphones could be the next big wireless audio trend, but they need to do more than cater to fitness types.

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