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08 Nov

The best gaming headsets for 2024

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Oftentimes, the best gaming headset doesn’t need to be a “gaming headset” at all. Although these devices can be viewed as niche within the headphone market, they’re ultimately still headphones. And though we’ve found more and more gaming headsets that impress in terms of audio quality, those tend to cost more than a comparable set of wired headphones (which, yes, still exist). If you need to chat with friends, it’s always possible to buy an external microphone and get superior sound there as well.That said, we know many people just want the convenience of a headset with a mic built…

07 Nov

The best AirPods for 2024

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You don’t need a set of AirPods to get wireless audio from your iPhone, iPad or Mac, but Apple’s earbuds and headphones offer a lot of convenient integrations with its other products that you won’t find anywhere else. After helping popularize true wireless earbuds with its original AirPods, the company has expanded its lineup to include noise-canceling models and a set of over-ear headphones. Here’s what you need to know about AirPods in general, along with the best overall, budget and over-ear picks from Apple’s current slate of products.What you need to know about AirPodsWhen it comes to Apple’s earbuds…

01 Nov

The best wireless headphones for 2024: Bluetooth options for every budget

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Wireless headphones have become the go-to choice for so many people, and it’s easy to see why. They offer the freedom to move without tangled cables holding you back, and modern Bluetooth connections are more reliable than ever. On top of that, many wireless headphones deliver higher-quality sound than you’d expect, with impressive features like adaptive ANC (active noise cancelation) to block out distractions. Many wireless headphones now offer better battery life, too, giving you more uninterrupted playback whether you're commuting, working out, or just kicking back with your favorite tunes.Of course, some wireless headphones stand out from the rest,…

31 Oct

How to take Apple’s hearing test with the AirPods Pro 2

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When arrived earlier this week, Apple delivered the highly-anticipated suite of that it announced at the iPhone event . This includes hearing aid and hearing protection tools, as well as a “clinically-validated” hearing test in your pocket. With the combination of an iPhone and a pair of second-gen AirPods Pro, you can take a hearing test that’s similar to what you’d get at an audiologist’s office without leaving home. Most importantly, the whole thing takes about five minutes and gives you detailed results immediately. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to use it.Update your iPhone and AirPods Pro 2 Billy…

28 Oct

The best earbuds for Android devices in 2024

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Read our full Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro review Along those lines, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are to Galaxy phones what the Pixel Buds Pro 2 are to Pixel phones. Using them with a Samsung handset unlocks a few ecosystem-specific perks, including the hi-res Samsung Seamless codec, a real-time translation tool and a “Game Mode” that reduces latency. That’s on top of features like spatial audio, a graphic EQ, a lost device finder, adaptive ANC, simplified voice commands and automatic switching between Samsung devices. This kind of walled garden approach is frustrating — remember when you could plug…

10 Oct

The best noise-canceling earbuds for 2024

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Whether it’s blocking the noises of your daily train ride, trying to be productive at a coffee shop or just needing to tune out the world for a while, noise-canceling earbuds can provide solace. But, as is the case with all audio gear, the effectiveness of active noise cancellation (ANC) can vary greatly from model to model, even with products from the same company. We test dozens of sets of wireless earbuds every year, and I’ve shortlisted a selection of the absolute best in terms of pure ANC performance. You might find better sound quality or all-around choices elsewhere, but…

09 Oct

Amazon Prime Day headphone deals include the Sony WH-1000XM5 for $298

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Cue my jealousy as my favorite headphones — which I paid full price for — go on sale for Amazon Prime Day. They also happen to be Engadget's favorite wireless headphones at the moment. The Sony WH-1000XM5 are currently available for $298, which is roughly $100 off and close to a record-low price. Best of all, the discount applies to all color options: black, midnight blue, silver and smoky pink. We gave the WH-1000XM5 a 95 in our review when Sony released them in 2022, and they are still holding up against all their newer competitors.SonyOne of the best things…

06 Oct

Bose Reinvented Itself Just in Time. Now Comes the Tricky Part

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The company has always had premium prices, but in certain categories the products haven't always matched the brand's prestige: 2010s attempts at noise-canceling earbuds were bulky, sounded middling, and had poor battery life; and it also sold a line of too-expensive Bluetooth speakers with screens that nobody needed.Then, after its physical storefronts were not having the billboard-like effect Bose wanted, the brand, just prior to Snyder joining, decided to dramatically pivot—a word that can so often be replaced with “panic”—to a strategy that focused on online sales and bolstering exhibits in existing storefronts such as Best Buy in the United…

03 Oct

The best wireless earbuds for 2024

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While you could say the Bluetooth earbuds space is thriving, you could also say the amount of variety in the market can make it confusing to decide which pair will be the best Bluetooth earbuds for you. There are plenty of high-quality options out there, with solid active noise cancellation (ANC), sound quality and designs, so for many, the decision will come down to unique features that big companies like Sony, Bose, Apple and Samsung put in their products.I've tested and reviewed dozens of sets of earbuds a year for Engadget, constantly pitting new models against the previous best across…

18 Sep

Bose’s new noise-canceling QuietComfort Earbuds are more affordable at $179

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So far, Bose has delivered two versions of its "regular" QuietComfort Earbuds: one in 2020 and another in 2022. The company followed up last year with the QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds, debuting its take on spatial audio that doesn't rely on carefully recorded content. Now, Bose is jumping back to that "regular" model with a new version of the QuietComfort Earbuds. While it's actually the company's fourth set noise-canceling wireless buds, the new QC Earbuds will offer an entry-level option that's much more affordable than the premium Ultra.For the new QuietComfort Earbuds, Bose says the design is meant for "everyday use."…