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Why removing the headphone jack was bad for wired headphones

Opinion: But it's not too late -- not even the biggest companies can destroy a 140-year old port.

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Open-back vs closed-back headphones: Which best suit your listening?

Whether you're a musician, a Hi-Fi enthusiast, or shopping for new over-ears, here are the key differences to note before buying.

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Open-ear vs open-back earbuds: Key differences explained

Both have risen in popularity, deliver more awareness, and promise comfortable long-wear, but which are for you?

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5 reasons to buy the Nothing Ear (a) over OnePlus Buds 3

OnePlus Buds 3 are some of my favorite budget buds, but there are some things that the Nothing Ear (a) do better.

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How to use Apple AirPods with an Android device

Yes, you can use AirPods with an Android device, but only in a limited capacity.

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How to pair Sony headphones with a Mac or Windows laptop

Getting your headphones set up and paired is simple, and here's how to do it.

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5 reasons to buy Bose NCH 700 over AirPods Max

Apple's over-ears are iconic, but Bose's NCH 700 outdo AirPods Max in these 5 aspects.

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5 game-changing Beats Fit Pro features you should be using

Get the most out of Apple's fitness-targeted earbuds.

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5 reasons to buy AirPods Max over Bose NCH 700

Both over-ears offer great sound, but Apple's AirPods Max are trendy, comfortable, and deliver unparalleled Spatial Audio.

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Nothing Ear vs Nothing Ear (a): Which bud is for you?

Nothing just released its premium flagship in-ears along with bubbly budget earbuds. Here are the differences.

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5 things to know about ANC (Active Noise Cancellation)

Including how it works, the different types, and why we think ANC headphones are worth it.

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Nothing is in its yellow Ear(a)

And with pro features, great ANC, only $99, the new Ear (a) buds are just so good I have almost nothing more to say.

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Why the Nothing Ear are my designated Tortured Poet's Department earbuds

Nothing dropped numerical nomenclature with its Nothing Ear earbuds, which in name and performance is simple, yet makes a statement.

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Soundcore's clip-on earbuds are a cheaper Bose Ultra Open dupe

Bose's Ultra Open earbuds are some of my favorite open-ears, and the Soundcore C30i delivers the same awareness for only $70.

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5 reasons to buy AirPods Pro 2 over OnePlus Buds 3

OnePlus' newest buds are undoubtedly impressive, but I still turn back to my AirPods Pro 2 for certain features.

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4 reasons to buy the Google Pixel Buds A-Series over AirPods

Google's entry-level wireless earbuds offer a lot for $99, even if you're not on Android.

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5 AirPods Max features you should be using

Share audio, save your battery life, utilize live listen, and a few more top our list of tried and tested AirPod Max hidden features.

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Lossless audio might be coming to Spotify -- here's what we know

Spotify Hi-Fi keeps getting delayed, so what gives? There are some new rumors -- and perhaps new features.

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5 reasons why Apple's EarPods are still worth it in 2024

It may be controversial, but I still love EarPods.

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Here are all of the gadgets that support Google's Find My Device network

Several brands have revealed Bluetooth trackers and devices that support Google's Find My Device app including Chipolo, Pebblebee, Sony, and JBL.

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