Latest articles by Tammy Rogers
I test headphones for a living — here's the best sounding headphones under $100
It can be very easy to spend a lot of money on headphones, but you don't have to spend buckets to get great-sounding cans.
Whatever happened to Wi-Fi headphones?
We've been expecting WiFi headphones for a hot second, so where are they and why don't we have them yet?
Best headphones of 2025: Top picks tested by experts
The best wireless over-ear headphones and earbuds balance great sound, top active noise cancelation, strong features and durability. Not sure which to pick? We can help.
The best cheap wireless earbuds in 2025
Our pick of the best low-cost wireless earbuds right for every kind of activity.
Best smart speakers 2025 — Alexa, Google, and Siri tested
The best smart speakers put Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri in your home to answer questions, control smart home devices, play music and more.
This pair of ANC headphones are amazing — but there's a bonus in the case that makes them even better
There's a bonus in the case of the Sennheiser HDB 630 — and it's going to come in clutch for iPhone users.
Wi-Fi vs Bluetooth — which is better for streaming music to your soundbar
There are two ways to listen to music over your soundbar — but which is the best?
I look for epic sound when buying new headphones — but what about you?
I know what I want out of my headphones, but I'm curious — what does everyone else want when they buy a new set of cans?
The best Google Home speakers in 2025
These are the best Google Home speakers, ranked and reviewed based on hours of testing.
The best Alexa speakers in 2025
Audio companies like Sonos have joined Amazon to offer a selection of smart speakers powered by the Alexa voice assistant. Here are the best Alexa speakers we've tested.
I just tested Sennheiser's newest ANC headphones, and they're the most detailed wireless headphones I've ever used
Sennheiser's new ANC headphones are a winning formula with epic sound and a very comfortable fit — but they cost more than just about everything else.
This Spotify update is a game-changer for live music fans — and I can't wait to see which new artists I discover
You can now track local live music venues with Spotify, so that you can see when your favorite artists are coming nearby — perfect for live music fans like me.
I've been testing the Pixel Buds 2a, and they're the affordable earbuds the AirPods 4 should have been
Google's latest buds cost the same as the AirPods 4 — but they bring a whole lot more to the table. So what's going on in AirPods land?
Audiophiles love this style of headphones despite a major flaw — here's why you will too
My favorite headphones have wires and no backs — let me tell you why.
The best cheap headphones in 2025: Big sound for less
We've tested the best cheap headphones on the market, including over-ear, in-ear wired and wireless models.
I ditched my Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones for no headphones — here's why I'm going ANC free
ANC is very helpful — but how much of the outside world am I missing out on when I slip them over my head?
The best record players 2025: Top turntables for any budget
Dust off your vinyl collection, or start a new one — these are the best turntables you can buy, at any budget.
What I want to see from Sonos Ace 2 — better battery, extra comfortable design and more
The Sonos Ace have been out long enough now that I'm starting to think about their sequel — what do I want from them?
Spotify Lossless didn't give me what I want — here's what to use instead
Spotify Lossless looked like it could pull me away from my hi-res streaming platform of choice — but it's not really done enough to make me stick around.
Beats Powerbeats Fit review: A confusing entry into the Beats family
The Beats Powerbeats Fit bring an improved fit and a different sound profile, as well as a smaller charging case. They don’t get some of the upgrades we were hoping for, however.
AirPods Pro 4 and AirPods 5 tipped for a big chip upgrade — here's why
Fresh off the AirPods Pro 3 launch, Apple is already looking to upgrade the whole line with a new chip — and it's all for Apple Intelligence.
AirPods 4 just hit lowest price ever for Amazon Prime Day — they're cheaper than Black Friday right now
The AirPods 4 are down to their lowest price ever in the October Prime Day sales.
This $40 record player accessory flattens your records for a way better sound — even if it does look like a hockey puck
Records are fickle beasts — keep them under control with this helpful gadget.
