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I tried 3 popular gaming headsets, and they all failed me

Are gaming headsets usually this bad, or am I just unlucky? In any case, I found a better solution.
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Samsung Galaxy Buds FE review: a rare case of Android envy

Samsung's most affordable noise-canceling wireless earbuds are so good that it's a shame they only make sense for Android users.
The Apple AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C and MagSafe buds on a table with case in the background.

New AirPods teased for 2024, to little surprise

A report from Bloomberg citing unnamed sources says to expect new AirPods in 2024, which makes sense given that we're all currently closing out 2023.
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Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones review: a new ANC and spatial audio king

It's been a long four years, but Bose has exceeded our expectations with the QuietComfort Ultra Headphones.
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What is ANC and how do noise-canceling headphones work?

You've probably heard of active noise-canceling headphones, but what do they do and how do they work? Give us a few minutes and we'll make you an expert.
Astell&Kern HB1 Bluetooth DAC/amp seen with portable game console.

Astell&Kern’s new headphone DAC is PlayStation-ready

The Astell&Kern HB1 Bluetooth DAC has two features that make it a great companion for hi-res fans who own PlayStation or Nintendo consoles.
1More Aero wireless earbuds.

Why do my wireless earbuds keep connecting when they’re in their case?

Why do wireless earbuds stay connected to your phone when they're in their case? And why do they sometimes connect by themselves? We have some answers.
Sennheiser Accentum Wireless headphones.

Sennheiser Accentum Wireless review: sub-$200 wireless cans hit the sweet spot

Sennheiser's Accentum Wireless deliver great sound and noise cancellation in a bare-bones, affordable set of headphones.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 inside their charging case.

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 earbuds are $138 off

The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 earbuds, which have been updated to add Bluetooth multipoint, are available from Amazon's Prime Day deals for $142.
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Save $100 on the Bose Noise Canceling Headphones 700 today

The Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 offer industry-leading ANC, great audio, and call quality, and will cost just $279 in the Prime Day Big Deal Days sale.
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Sony just made all other wireless gaming earbuds obsolete

Sony's new InZone Buds are the first true wireless earbuds that meet the bar for a premium, low latency gaming experience.
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How to clean headphones and earbuds without damaging them

Cleaning your headphones and earbuds doesn't take much time, but it's a task you want to approach carefully. Here's how to properly clean your wearable audio.
Front view of Simon Cohen wearing the Ultimate Ears Premier wired IEMs.

How $3,000 earbuds almost ruined music for me

Ultimate Ears Pro has packed a total of 42 drivers into the UE Premier and slapped a $3,000 price on these wild IEMs. Can they possibly be worth the money?
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Headphones not working? Common issues and how to fix them

We use our headphones and earbuds every day, so they're bound to malfunction from time to time. Here are some common wearable audio issues and how to fix them.
Samsung Galaxy Buds FE in graphite.

Samsung’s new Galaxy Buds are surprisingly affordable

The Samsung Galaxy Buds FE ring in at just $100, making these noise-canceling wireless earbuds Samsung's most affordable set so far.
Dali IO-12 wireless headphones.

Dali says its latest wireless headphones achieve electrostatic levels of clarity

Dali's latest headphones, the IO-12, aren't exactly cheap at $1,299, but the company says they deliver performance that matches headphones that cost far more.
Earfun EH100 hi-res audio wired IEMs.

Earfun makes hi-res audio more accessible with affordable earbuds and DAC

Earfun has launched its first two affordable, wired hi-res audio products -- the EH100 wired IEMs, and the EA100 headphone DAC/amp.
A man wearing the Aftershokz OpenComm bone-conduction headset.

How do bone conduction headphones work?

Bone conduction headphones are a unique alternative to traditional in-ear and over-the-ear headphones, but how exactly do they work? Allow us to explain.
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Best refurbished AirPods deals: Save on Pro and Max

If you're looking for a new set of AirPods, you can save a lot of money by shopping refurbished. Here's everything you need to know for a smart purchase.
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Olivia Rodrigo’s latest collaboration is a set of limited-edition Sony LinkBuds S

The Sony LinkBuds S x Olivia Rodrigo are a limited-edition set of Sony's wireless earbuds in the singer's favorite color.
Sennheiser Accentum wireless headphones in black and white colors.

Sennheiser’s new budget-friendly headphones get a very high-end feature

Sennheiser's Accentum wireless headphones are priced under $200, yet their USB-C digital audio connection is a rarity even at twice that price.
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds in front of charging case.

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds review: This is how you do spatial audio

Bose might not have changed much on the new QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds, but what it did change makes all the difference.
A person wearing the Apple AirPods Pro 2.

Apple AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C review: A glimpse into the future?

The big story may be the updated hardware with USB-C and MagSafe charging, but the best things about Apple's new AirPods Pro are also coming to the last-gen.
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Bose revamps QuietComfort headphones and earbuds with lossless, hi-res, and spatial audio

Bose has revamped its entire lineup of QuietComfort wireless headphones and earbuds with spatial audio, better battery life, and new designs.
Man wearing Shokz OpenFit (side view).

Shokz OpenFit review: the most comfortable earbuds in the world

They may not be the best-sounding earbuds you can buy, but these open-ear earbuds are amazingly comfortable for long hours of wear.
Apple AirPods Pro with USB-C.

Apple has upgraded the AirPods Pro with lossless audio, sort of

The AirPods Pro are not only getting a USB-C connection, but they're also going to be the first wireless earbuds to support better-than-CD lossless audio.
1More Fit with wirelessly-charging case.

1More gets into the open-ear earbuds race with the Fit S50 and S30

1More's new open-ear wireless earbuds are the company's first in this style. They promise better comfort and situational awareness.
JLab JBuds Mini seen with keys, next to an iPhone.

JLab’s tiny JBuds Mini wireless earbuds are the smallest we’ve ever seen

They may not be the smallest wireless earbuds in the world, but JLab's JBuds Mini are the smallest the company has ever made, and the smallest we've ever seen.
Jabra Elite 10.

Jabra’s latest wireless earbuds have Dolby spatial audio

Jabra has two new wireless earbuds -- the Elite 10 and the new sports-oriented Elite 8 Active. They're both very rugged and support Dolby spatial audio.
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Jabra Elite 10 review: great comfort and spatial sound

Jabra's Elite 10 are its most comfortable and best-sounding wireless earbuds, and they do spatial audio too. Does that justify their price?
Marshall Motif II ANC in charging case.

Marshall updates its noise-canceling earbuds with better battery life

Marshall's Motif II ANC noise-canceling earbuds haven't changed physically, but inside they have a bunch of welcome additions.
1More Penta Driver P50 wired in-ear earbuds.

1More’s new wired earbuds pack five drivers and planar tech for $170

1More's new Penta Driver P50 wired earbuds are chock-full of high-end tech and materials, yet they're priced at just $170.
An exploded diagram of the Audeze Euclid planar magnetic in-ear monitor.

Sony’s acquisition of Audeze is a little baffling

Despite being a leader in personal audio, Sony is acquiring Audeze and placing it within its PlayStation ecosystem under its interactive entertainment division.
Sony Pulse Explore wireless earbuds for PlayStation.

Sony’s PlayStation wireless earbuds promise audiophile quality for $200

Gaming headsets aren't usually noted for their music performance, but Sony's Pulse Explore wireless earbuds could change that, thanks to some exotic tech.