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I tested these $349 Shure headphones and they sound unbelievable — here’s why I won’t buy them
Studio-quality sound is great, but the Shure Aonic 50 Gen 2 are difficult to use day-to-day, which makes their steep price a difficult pill to swallow.
Best soundbar 2024 — Top TV speakers tested by audio experts
The best TV speaker systems we've tested for immersive movie sound are also great options for gaming and music listening too.
Shure Aonic 50 Gen 2 review
The Shure Aonic 50 Gen 2 headphones are premium cans with studio-quality sound, which unfortunately fall short for everyday use thanks to poor ANC, a terrible mic and fewer features than rivals.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro review: Top-notch sound, iffy AI
An AI-infused soundscape that locks features away from non-Samsung device owners, making them a sound set of earbuds built solely for the Galaxy phone crowd.
Yamaha True X Bar 40A review: An excellent Dolby Atmos soundbar under $500
The Yamaha True X Bar 40A delivers immersive Dolby Atmos sound and impressive frequency response for under $500. Just don’t expect the best bass without a subwoofer.
The best wireless headphones in 2024
We tested and compared features and performance on the most popular wireless headphones to find the best models for all kinds of budgets.
EarFun Air Pro 4 review: Budget earbuds for audiophiles
They sound so good you feel like you’re at a concert
Tribit StormBox 2 review: I tested this waterproof Bluetooth speaker — and it’s surprisingly good for under $70
The Tribit StormBox 2 is a cheap, pocket-friendly Bluetooth speaker with customizable EQ and a long battery life. Just don’t expect any audiophile plaudits.
