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The latest news, reviews, and buying guides for headphones, all in one place. Whether you’re interested in picking up a pair of wireless noise-canceling headphones or the newest Apple AirPods, we’ve gathered everything you need to know right here to help you navigate the world of headphones and earbuds.

Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones seen in silver.

Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones are back at their Black Friday price

The Sony WH-1000XM5 wireless headphones are available for their Black Friday 2023 price of $328 on Crutchfield, but the $70 discount probably won't last long.
Beats Studio Pro sitting on travel case.

Best Beats headphone deals: Studio Pro, Studio Buds, Powerbeats

A woman in a park wearing Bose QuietComfort 45 Bluetooth wireless noise canceling headphones.

Best Bose deals: Save on soundbars, headphones, and earbuds

A woman wearing the Apple AirPods Max.

Best AirPods Max deals: New and refurbished for $418

A man wearing Bose 700 headphones with a moody background.

Best Bose 700 deals: Save $151 on the wireless headphones today

Beats Studio Pro sitting on travel case.

Best headphone deals: AirPods, Sony, Sennheiser and more

The Sony WH-1000-XM5 on top of a book for study, next to a notebook and pen.

Best Sony WH-1000XM5 deals: Save $70 on the wireless headphones

PSB Speakers M4U TWM earbuds in open charging case.

PSB M4U TWM wireless earbuds review: zero frills, stunning sound

Phil Nickinson wearing both the Ray-Ban Meta smart lasses and the Shokz OpenFit earbuds.

Your next earbuds maybe shouldn’t be earbuds at all

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Get 48% off the Powerbeats Pro true wireless earbuds today

The Shokz OpenMove bone conduction headphones on a patterned background.

These Shokz bone conduction headphones are only $55 today

Two Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max sticks in hand.

How to connect headphones to an Amazon Fire TV device

SkullCandy EcoBuds connected to a phone.

Skullcandy’s latest wireless buds charge from your phone

Skullcandy's EcoBuds are designed to be more sustainable by eliminating the charging case's internal battery in favor of the one in your phone.
Sonos Era 100, close up on logo.

Sonos CEO says new product still on track for release by end of June

A new Sonos product — possibly headphones — is still on track for release between April and June in the company's fiscal third quarter.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 in charging case.

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 review: Sennheiser’s best wireless earbuds yet

Sennheiser's Momentum True Wireless 4 keep their top notch ergonomics while offering Sennheiser fans improvements across the board.
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Samsung Galaxy Buds deals: As low as $70 today

Check out this roundup of the best Samsung Galaxy Buds deals if you want to purchase wireless earbuds with active noise cancellation and a long battery life.
Apple AirPods Pro 2 and Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II

Best Apple AirPods alternatives for 2024: Bose, Sony, Marshall, and more

Apple's AirPods may be iconic, but they're not alone. If you're looking for alternatives that compare in sound, features, and price, here are some of the best.
Close up of Sonos logo on a Sonos Arc soundbar.

Sonos’ $449 Wi-Fi headphones delayed by software bug

Sonos' widely expected wireless headphones appear to have hit a production snag.
Xbox Series X on a table.

How to connect AirPods to Xbox Series X

A new pair of headphones for your Xbox Series X can be expensive, but what if you could use those AirPods you already have? You can, but only with a workaround.
Bose Wireless Charging Case Cover in use on a wireless charging mat.

Bose Wireless Charging Case Cover review: the accessory that shouldn’t be necessary

The Bose Wireless Charging Case Cover is, unfortunately, a necessary accessory if you want to charge your Bose earbuds wirelessly. Here's what you should know.
The JBL Pulse 5 Bluetooth speaker submerged in a hot tub.

IP what? Explaining water and dust resistance for audio gear

Tech companies use an IPX code to show that their products are water- and dust-resistant. But what does this IPX code mean? We break it all down.
A collection of open-ear earbuds in their charging cases.

The best open-ear earbuds and headphones for 2024

With the convenience of wireless earbuds, plus the ability to hear your surroundings, open-ear earbuds are the latest audio trend. These models are the best.
The Jabra Enhance Plus earbuds snap together magnetically.

Best over-the-counter hearing aids for 2024

OTC hearing aids provide hearing solutions at a fraction of the price compared to prescription versions. Here are the best on the market from top brands.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro.

Samsung adding Auracast and 360 Audio to more TVs, phones, and earbuds

Samsung is expanding the capability of its phones, tablets, TVs, and earbuds, adding Auracast, 360 Audio, and fast switching.
Simon Cohen wearing the Bose Ultra Open Earbuds.

Bose Ultra Open Earbuds review: the weird design works

Bose's unusual take on wireless earbud design provides access to music and the world around you.
Oladance OWS Sports in Hormone Yellow.

Oladance’s waterproof OWS Sports open-ear headphones target athletes

Oladance's latest open-ear headphones are fully waterproof and come with an integrated neckband.
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones.

Best Bose QuietComfort Ultra deals: Save $50 on the headphones

If you're interested in the Bose QuietComfort Ultra noise-canceling headphones, grab the discount from the best Bose QuietComfort Ultra deal that we've found.
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How to connect Bluetooth headphones to a PS5

Your PlayStation 5 is ready to go, but you want to connect your Bluetooth headphones, but how? We show you how to set up your favorite headphones with your PS5.
The H2O Audio SnowPro headphones.

H2O Audio SnowPro headphones review: a no-go for skiers

If you're looking for a pair of headphones to bring to the slopes, the H2O SnowPros will have you fussing too much with them, on and off the mountain.
A person wearing Shokz OpenRun bone conduction headphones.

The best bone conduction headphones for 2024

Bone conduction headphones can make working out easier and safer. Here, we've rounded up our favorite models from brands like Shokz and H20 Audio.
Close up of Sonos logo on a Sonos Arc soundbar.

Sonos says new product (probably headphones) coming by fall

Sonos says we can expect a major new product from the company no later than the end of September, in plenty of time for the holiday shopping period.
AirPods 3, AirPods, and AirPods Pro side by side.

The most common AirPods problems and how to fix them

From static noise to dropped calls, there are lots of AirPods quirks with not-always-obvious solutions. We have plenty of tips to help improve your experience.
Sony CRE-C10 OTC hearing aid inside carrying case.

Sony CRE-C10 OTC hearing aids review: effective hearing help is finally more affordable

Sony's first hearing aids, the CRE-C10, are tiny, comfortable, and give you just the right amount of hearing help – for way less than the established brands.
Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones seen in silver.

Best headphones for 2024: Sony, Bose, Apple, and more

From budget-friendly to the best that money can buy, these are the headphones you should be shopping for.

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