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AirPods Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro

AirPods reportedly cause 'permanent hearing loss' during Amber alert — and parents are suing Apple

By Nick Pino published

Parents from San Antonio, Texas have sued Apple for $75,000 after they claimed an Amber alert caused permanent hearing damage to their 12-year-old son.

Best bluetooth speakers: Anker Soundcore 3 on table top

The best Bluetooth speakers in 2022

By Lee Dunkley published

The best Bluetooth speakers we've tested — rated for style, audio quality, connectivity, battery life and more.

best waterproof speakers: JBL Charge 5 rocked by an ocean wave

The best waterproof speakers in 2022

By Lee Dunkley published

We've tested the best waterproof speakers on the market — here are the ones you should buy.

Best cheap soundbars: Sonos Ray

The best cheap soundbars in 2022

By Lee Dunkley published

Budget soundbars tested and rated for sound quality, connectivity and ease of use. Find out which of these low-cost models is best at boosting the sound quality from your TV.

Apple AirPods Pro 2 concept image

Forget the iPhone 14 Pro — I’m more excited about the AirPods Pro 2

By Roland Moore-Colyer published

With the promise of major upgrades, the AirPods Pro 2 could steal Apple's fall event.

A photo of the Dyson Zone being worn

I really like the Dyson Zone — but it’s still too weird

By Roland Moore-Colyer published

The Dyson Zone is an engineering marvel — but I still don't know who's going to buy it.

best cheap gaming headsets

The best cheap gaming headsets in 2022

By James Archer published

Get a competitive edge on a budget with best cheap gaming headsets.

Google Pixel Buds Pro in four colors, in cases

Google Pixel Buds Pro release date, price and everything we know

By Henry T. Casey published

Google just jumped into the pro buds game — here's their new pair that's $50 cheaper than AirPods Pro.

Google Pixel Buds Pro in four colors, in cases

Google Pixel Buds Pro set to paint the town Coral with four new colors

By Sanjana Prakash published

The Google Pixel Buds Pro will be available in 12 countries, but not all will get the color choices Google has just announced.

Diagram showing Dolby Atmos setup using multiple speakers

Dolby Atmos: What it is and how to get it

By Lee Dunkley published

Dolby Atmos takes surround sound to the next level with true 3D audio. Here's everything you need to know and how to buy the right gear

Dolby Atmos logo on screen with a soundbar and soundscape sphere, representing an article about how to test if Dolby Atmos is working

How to test if Dolby Atmos is working on your soundbar

By Lee Dunkley published

Here’s how to test if Dolby Atmos is working on your soundbar

The Sony LinkBuds (on left) and the new Sony LinkBuds S (on right).

Sony LinkBuds vs. Sony LinkBuds S — which one is right for you?

By Nick Pino published

Although they’re part of the same family, the Sony LinkBuds and the LinkBuds S offer totally different audio experiences. Here are the main differences.

Best AirPods Max cases: AirPods Max cases lede image showing AirPods Max headphones surrounded by cases on test

The best AirPods Max cases and covers 2022

By Kate Kozuch published

Here are the best AirPods Max cases and covers we’ve tested to keep your Apple headphones safe and looking their best.

Best smart speakers

Best smart speakers in 2022

By Kate Kozuch, Mike Prospero published

The best smart speakers put Alexa, Google Assistant and Siri in your home to answer questions, control smart home gadgets, play music and more.

A photo of a woman wearing the Sony LinkBuds S.

Sony LinkBuds S unveiled — and they make AirPods Pro look bulky

By Nick Pino published

Part of the Sony LinkBuds line, the new LinkBuds S are smaller and have built-in active noise cancellation when you need some peace and quiet.

Sony LinkBuds S

Sony LinkBuds S review: This is more like it

By Kate Kozuch published

The Sony LinksBuds S are comfortable and capable wireless ANC earbuds, and the great transparency mode and intuitive controls make a convincing case for these $199 buds.

AirPods Pro 2 release date, price, specs and leaks

Apple AirPods Pro 2 — everything we know so far

By Lee Dunkley published

Here is everything we know about the Apple AirPods Pro 2 — plus what we'd love to see.

Apple AirPods Pro 2 concept image

AirPods Pro 2 just tipped for 'biggest innovation' in years — and a price hike

By Nick Pino published

A new rumor suggests that the AirPods Pro 2 are coming this year and they could sport a never-seen-before lossless audio codec.

Klipsch Reference speaker system in lifestyle setting

Klipsch updates Reference speaker series to blow other tower designs away

By Lee Dunkley published

Klipsch Reference and Reference Premiere series offer a tweaked design and performance upgrades to deliver bigger and better sound.

best sport headphones: The Beats Powerbeats Pro in Lava Red

Best sport headphones in 2022 for active lifestyles

By Lee Dunkley published

Here are the best sport headphones available, based on our tests of several models from the most popular brands.

best fake airpods: The Denon AH-C830NCW charging case held in hand

Best fake AirPods of 2022

By Lee Dunkley published

The best fake AirPods are available online and cost $60 or less. We called them in to test, and here's how the fauxs fared.

EarFun Air Pro SV earbuds in hand

EarFun Air Pro SV review: Strong music sound, but weak ANC

By Alex Bracetti published

The EarFun Air Pro SV has an attractive 'stem' design and strong sound, but ANC performance and mediocre playtimes are nothing to rave about.

Audio Technica headphones being held in hand

Audio-Technica ATH-M20xBT review: Great sound for less

By Alex Bracetti published

At $79, the Audio-Technica ATH-M20xBT over-ear wireless headphones make some feature and comfort compromises, but they offer decent sound and long battery life to keep music playing for days on end.

Best Xbox headsets

The best Xbox headsets in 2022

By James Archer published

Check out the best Xbox headsets for any budget, including both wired and wireless models.

best audiophile headphones: Sony WH-1000XM5 worn by young man in a waiting lounge

The best audiophile headphones in 2022

By Lee Dunkley published

The best audiophile headphones offer the ultimate sound from a pair of cans or wireless earbuds. Check out the best models for a top-flight audio experience.

What is Sonos?

What is Sonos? How the premium speakers work

By Kate Kozuch published

Sonos audio devices are known for multiroom music playback, smart assistants, and support for all the major streaming services. Here's your guide to Sonos speakers.

Best soundbars: Sonos Arc with TV screen

The best soundbar in 2022: Boost your TV sound with these top buys

By Lee Dunkley published

We find the right TV speaker add-on to do justice to your big screen images, bringing movie scores, music and gaming soundtracks to life.

Google Pixel Buds Pro in four colors, in cases

Google Pixel Buds Pro could make me ditch AirPods Pro

By Lee Dunkley published

Google’s Pixel Buds Pro are set to offer a whole host of features and performance to rival the AirPods Pro, for $50 less. They could see me ditch the white for a more colorful design.

Sony WH-1000XM5 Black and ecru (off-white) color versions against a office window

Sony WH-1000XM5 review

By Simon Lucas published

The Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones have arrived with better than ever performance in a more aerodynamic and eco-friendly design, but the launch price will be too high for some.

best wireless headphones

The best wireless headphones in 2022

By Lee Dunkley published

We tested the most popular Bluetooth headphones and wireless earbuds to find the best wireless headphones for you.