The AirPods Pro 2 saved my hearing — here's how By Peter Wolinski published 25 October 23 The AirPods Pro 2 are excellent at blocking noise, including from my very loud motorcycle.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are my top wireless earbuds pick for Android phones — here’s why By Alex Bracetti published 10 October 23 Premium sound features and platform-friendly performance make the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro the perfect Android companion.
I test wireless earbuds for a living and these are my top 5 picks for all budgets By Lee Dunkley published 3 October 23 Our audio expert picks their favorite wireless earbuds for all kinds of activities and budgets.
3 things I love about the new Bose QC Ultra Earbuds — and one I don't By Alex Bracetti published 1 October 23 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.
5 tech brands that need to quit making wireless earbuds By Alex Bracetti published 17 September 23 From legacy telecommunication companies to popular smart TV manufacturers, these 5 tech brands need to quit making wireless earbuds.
3 reasons the cheaper Sony WF-C700N are better than the Sony WF-1000XM5 By Alex Bracetti published 12 September 23 The $299 Sony WF-1000XM5 are excellent wireless earbuds, but the brand’s less expensive alternatives get you more bang for your buck.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds are one of the best noise cancelers I've tested, here's why By Alex Bracetti published 10 September 23 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.
Are solar-powered headphones worth it? By Alex Bracetti published 2 September 23 Solar-powered headphones could be the next big wireless audio trend, but they need to do more than cater to fitness types.
9 entry-level wireless earbuds from big-name brands that are great value By Alex Bracetti published 27 August 23 From Apple to Sony, we tested every major audio brand’s cheapest wireless earbuds to see which are the best value models. And with prices as low as $39, there's something for everyone.
5 headphones that are better value than their next-gen versions By Alex Bracetti published 26 August 23 Newer isn’t always better. Here's my pick of the best previous-gen headphone and earbud versions that continue to be a great buy.
10 ways to get better sound from your AirPods By Alex Bracetti published 12 August 23 Want to get the best sound from your AirPods? These tips will help you get the ultimate audio experience from your Apple headphones.
Sony's WF-1000XM5 earbuds are great — once you ditch the included earbud tips By Stephen Lambrechts published 7 August 23 Sony's new flagship earbuds sound terrific, but you may struggle to get a proper seal from their included tips.
5 wireless earbuds under $50 that beat the AirPods on sound By Alex Bracetti published 5 August 23 The AirPods Pro 2 sound fantastic, but these sub-$50 wireless earbuds get you more sonic bang for your buck.
5 audio accessories that improve headphone sound for $50 or less By Alex Bracetti published 30 July 23 Bring your headphones and earbuds listening to life with these audio add-ons that boost the listening experience.
How to set up the Sony WF-1000XM5 buds for the best sound By Alex Bracetti published 29 July 23 Try out these 10 tips and tricks to maximize the sound of the new Sony WF-1000XM5 wireless earbuds and get the ultimate audio experience.
5 things I love about the Sony WF-1000XM5 noise-canceling earbuds — and one I don't By Lee Dunkley published 28 July 23 The new Sony WF-1000XM5 noise-canceling earbuds are the best we've heard this year...but we do have one complaint.
I swapped AirPods Pro 2 for these sports headphones at the gym — here's what happened By Lee Dunkley published 15 July 23 I tried the Cleer Audio ARC II Sports open-ear headphones on my routine gym workouts, but they're not for me. Here's why.
5 reasons why the Beats Studio Pro headphones will be better than the AirPods Max By Alex Bracetti last updated 13 July 23 Based on everything we know so far, here's why I think the new Beats Studio Pro noise-canceling headphones will be Apple's best ever.
7 ways the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 can beat the AirPods Pro 2 By Alex Bracetti published 11 July 23 Better sound optimization and smarter marketing are just a few ways the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 can upstage the AirPods Pro 2.
Why the Beats Studio Buds+ are proof that the AirPods Lite aren't coming By Alex Bracetti published 9 July 23 The Beats Studio Buds+ are Apple’s best value true wireless noise-canceling earbuds, and the rumored $99 AirPods Lite won’t change that — here’s why.
7 features I want to see on all wireless headphones By Alex Bracetti last updated 3 July 23 A high price tag should land you a one-of-a-kind experience, which is why we’re calling for all luxury headphones to carry these features.
I test wireless earbuds for a living and these are the best for running By Alex Bracetti published 2 July 23 I’m a casual runner that uses earbuds daily and these are the models that have improved my running routine.
5 things the Sony WF-1000XM5 earbuds will do better than AirPods Pro 2 By Alex Bracetti published 20 June 23 The Sony WF-1000XM5 have yet to be made official, but they’re already expected to outperform the AirPods Pro 2 in these key areas.
My AirPods Max saved my dream vacation from becoming a disaster — here’s how By Dave Meikleham published 10 June 23 If it wasn’t for the stellar noise-canceling on Apple's best headphones, I wouldn’t have slept a wink on my vacation of a lifetime.
I test headphones and these $149 Sony noise-cancelers are really all you need By Lee Dunkley last updated 1 June 23 Sony's WH-CH720N wireless noise-canceling over-ear headphones deliver a big-brand experience at an attainable price, and have better battery life than many flagships.
5 wireless earbuds that beat the AirPods Pro 2 on sound By Alex Bracetti published 29 May 23 Apple's AirPods lead many categories, but sound quality isn’t one of them. Here are 5 wireless earbuds that make the grade for audiophiles.
I test headphones and these 5 wireless earbuds have the best battery life By Lee Dunkley published 28 May 23 These wireless earbuds have the best battery life so you can spend more time listening to your favorite music and less time on power top ups.
I just tried Beats earbuds for the first time — here's what happened By Lee Dunkley published 20 May 23 I've tested dozens of wireless earbuds over the years, but the Beats Studio Buds+ are my first proper encounter with the brand. Here's what I think.
Technics' flagship noise-cancelling earbuds beat AirPods on all-day comfort By Lee Dunkley published 18 May 23 I've been wearing the EAH-AZ80 noise-cancelling earbuds all day for working from home, here's what happened.
I test headphones for a living and these 5 underrated noise-cancellers are worth considering By Alex Bracetti published 14 May 23 These headphones may not rank top for noise cancellation, but they all sound great and many cost less than Bose and Sony flagship ANC models.