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Audio coverage including the best wireless headphones, Bluetooth noise-cancelling earbuds, wired headphones, and more.

Nothing Ear (1) wireless earbuds review: The best for the price

October 7th, 2021

Ever since OnePlus co-founder Carl Pei left the smartphone outfit, the launch of his new company, Nothing, was hotly anticipated. With investments from the likes of iPod inventor Tony Fadell, Reddit CEO Steve Huffman, and even Casey Neistat, the company has a lot going for it. Hence the interest around its first product, the Nothing …

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House of Marley Rebel earbuds review: Not quite enough

October 6th, 2021

Christian de Looper

There’s an environmental cost to all the tech products that we buy and consume, but House of Marley wants to help change that. The House of Marley Rebel earbuds are, according to the company, built from sustainable materials — meaning that you don’t have to feel quite as guilty for buying these over others. But …

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Amazon’s deal on Samsung Galaxy Buds Live is ridiculously good

September 13th, 2021

Chris Hachey

A good pair of headphones can make the difference between a good trip and a bad one. Having to sit on public transportation and listen to other people’s conversations, the loud noise of the train or plane’s engine, or, worse, someone else playing music out loud can make the trip seem like it’s taking forever. …

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JLab Go Air Pop wireless earbuds review: Excellence on a budget

September 3rd, 2021

Christian de Looper

JLab Audio has been making some of the best true wireless earbuds for the money for some time now. From its ear hook-style workout buds to its fashion-forward models, JLab earbuds may not be the most feature-packed, but they generally offer great value. Now, the company is pushing that boundary further. How? Well, its latest …

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You can finally preorder the Bose QuietComfort 45 headphones at Amazon

August 31st, 2021

Chris Hachey

A good pair of headphones can be hard to come by. But when you find one that you love, it is imperative that you keep them in great shape. There’s a reason that headphones cases and covers are available and made. It takes a while to figure out if you’re an earbuds person, an in-ear …

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Listen in peace with Amazon’s one-day sale on Anker noise cancelling headphones

August 30th, 2021

Chris Hachey

Get into the zone when you’re listening to your favorite music. It takes a lot to find the right music for an occasion. Whether it’s a backyard barbecue at your home, an exercise routine, or a wedding, there are obviously different styles of music needed for each. Putting together playlists can be extremely fun but …

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JBL UA Project Rock over-ear headphones review: Rugged and expensive

August 26th, 2021

Christian de Looper

Developing a great pair of sports headphones can be tricky. Not only do sports headphones have to be tough, but they also have to offer a good clamp and perhaps some sweat resistance. JBL and Under Armour think they’ve cracked the code — and have together partnered with The Rock on a new pair of …

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OnePlus Buds Pro review: Great features, but only on OnePlus phones

August 23rd, 2021

Christian de Looper

First-party headphones are the thing now. Apple changed the headphone world with the AirPods, while Google has been building first-party buds like the Pixel Buds for a few years now. Last year’s OnePlus Buds offer a solid all-around experience for OnePlus users. Now, the company is back with a higher-end approach: The OnePlus Buds Pro. …

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Happy Plugs Air 1 Zen true wireless headphones review: Not quite there

July 30th, 2021

Christian de Looper

True wireless headphones are everywhere these days, but they’re not created equal. While the likes of the Sony WF-1000XM4 and AirPods Pro are easy sells thanks to their high quality, if you don’t want to spend as much cash, you’ll need to do a little more research. Happy Plugs thinks it has the solution with …

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JBL Tour Pro+ TWS headphones review: Great earbuds for the price

July 29th, 2021

Christian de Looper

Everyone is releasing true wireless headphones these days, but the best ones still get a little pricey. The Sony WF-1000XM4 earbuds come at $280, while Apple’s AirPods Pro cost $250. JBL, however, is here to undercut the competition with the new JBL Tour Pro+ TWS headphones. The headphones are still relatively expensive, coming in at $200. …