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The JBL Tour Pro 3 earbuds come with a case that can transmit audio wirelessly
JBL's latest premium Tour Pro 3 earbuds have some interesting features, including a charging case you can plug into an in-flight entertainment system so you can listen to audio wirelessly.
Kris Holt08.22.2024
Bowers & Wilkins announces its latest Pi6 and Pi8 true wireless earbuds
B&W announces its Pi6 and Pi8 true wireless earbuds.
Jeremy Gan08.22.2024
7310073100Dyson OnTrac headphones review: When the basics aren’t enough
An almost infinitely customizable design is what’s unique about Dyson’s first headphones (without onboard air purifiers).
Billy Steele08.15.2024
Why is the Sonos app so broken?
The Sonos app is so badly broken that the company is delaying new products to fix it.
Billy Steele08.14.2024
Google's Pixel Buds Pro 2 are its first earbuds that work with Gemini AI
The new Pixel Buds Pro 2 are smaller and more powerful, but its Tensor-powered features come in earbuds that are also more expensive.
Billy Steele08.14.2024
Sony's WH-1000XM4 headphones drop to a new low of $198
The Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones are 43 percent off right now.
Sarah Fielding08.12.2024
Spotify lyrics are back for free users
Spotify users who don't pay for a subscription can once again see lyrics for any song they listen to on the service.
Billy Steele07.31.2024
FiiO reboots the old-school portable CD player, minus the AA batteries
CD players are back, baby. As Gen Z absorbs the ‘90s it never experienced through retro nostalgia, audiophile brand FiiO is here to capitalize. The company’s new portable CD player, the DM13, builds on the old-school blueprint while adding modern conveniences like a battery you don’t have to change every hour.
Will Shanklin07.19.2024
JLab's Flex Open Earbuds are a $50 version of the Bose Ultra Open
JLab takes on the Bose Ultra Open earbuds with a $50 model that's more durable and has longer battery life.
Billy Steele07.03.2024
UE's Everboom speaker is a smaller, floatable version of its Epicboom
Ultimate Ears is expanding its lineup of portable speakers with the foldable Everboom. The brand is also updating several of its other models.
Kris Holt06.26.2024
Beats Pill speakers are back and have been redesigned from the inside out
Beats revives the Pill speaker with an updated design, re-engineered sound and more.
Billy Steele06.25.2024
JLab's new $70 sport earbuds let you change equalizer presets with a few taps
JLab has unveiled its latest set of spot earbuds. The $70 JBuds Sport ANC 4 offer 14 hours of listening, according to the brand, as well as onboard EQ controls.
Kris Holt06.25.2024
So long, Jabra earbuds, it's not your fault
Jabra isn't making earbuds anymore, but the company still built a respectable legacy.
Billy Steele06.14.2024
How AirPods Pro will know when you're trying to silently interact with Siri
More details now how Apple's upcoming Siri Interactions and Voice Isolation features will work reliably on AirPods Pro.
Billy Steele06.12.2024
Spotify’s HiFi plan could finally arrive this year, but you may need to pay extra
Spotify's HiFi streaming option may finally be available
Kris Holt06.11.2024
Spotify will start showing you personalized banners and messages based on your listening habits
The "My Spotify" initiative will show users home page banners and personalized messages within the app that contain information about their listening habits.
Mariella Moon06.11.2024
Jabra updated its Elite earbuds with an LE Audio case, improved ANC and more
Jabra updated its Elite 10 and Elite 8 Active earbuds with a streaming case, improved ANC and more.
Billy Steele06.11.2024
Nokia just made the first phone call using 3D spatial audio
Nokia just made the first audio and video call using 3D spatial audio. It’s all thanks to an upcoming upgrade to 5G.
Lawrence Bonk06.11.2024
8510085100Sonos Ace headphones review: An impressive but incomplete debut
The first Sonos headphones are sonically impressive and the soundbar sync feature is easy to use. However, the Ace is expensive and it will be a while before it’s at its full potential.
Billy Steele06.03.2024
Sonos Ace headphones hands-on: Joining your home theater setup with the push of a button
Sonos' first headphones are finally here, offering premium design, solid features and home theater chops.
Billy Steele05.21.2024