Bose SoundSport Free true wireless headphones review

As early pioneers in the world of noise-canceling and digital signal processing, Bose has long been at the forefront of new audio technology. In our review of the SoundSport Free -- the company's first fully wireless in-ears -- we discover how Bose's latest tech stacks up against top-tier offerings from the likes of Apple and Jabra.

Reviews         August 23, 2019

Even H3 Wireless Hands-On Review

The Even H3 Wireless offer similar looks and the same custom “audio fingerprint” tuning as their slightly larger predecessor, but they aren’t without their own special quirks when it comes to day to day usability. Here’s how they compare to the Even H2 and other custom-tuned headphones.

Reviews         August 23, 2019

BenQ TK800 Review

With gorgeous 4K picture, 3,000 lumens of brightness, and effective HDR performance, the BenQ TK800 projector is an affordable home cinema monster that you don’t have to place in a completely darkened room -- making it one of the most versatile projectors we’ve ever had the pleasure of testing.

Audio / Video         August 23, 2019

JBL 306P MkII review

The JBL 306P MkII are a stylish and affordable set of powered studio monitors geared towards budget conscious content creators. Whether you’re a podcaster, videographer, or bedroom musician, the 306P MkII are a perfect tool to shape the sounds of your latest home project.

Reviews         August 23, 2019

Bowers and Wilkins PX review

Noise cancellation doesn’t have to ruin sound quality, and Bowers and Wilkins proves it with the PX headphones. In our PX review we matched the company’s first noise-canceling cans against the top options from Bose and Sony to see if they slay the competition, or whether you should save a few bucks to cop a pair of less-stylish headphones.

Reviews         August 23, 2019

Master and Dynamic MW07 True Wireless In-Ear Headphones Review

Premium audio brand Master and Dynamic has taken aim at the more elegant (and higher-rolling) side of the true wireless headphone market with its new MW07 model, designed for those who are after gorgeous looks and the best possible sound. Are they worth the dough, or should you stick to more established options?

Reviews         August 23, 2019

Panasonic RP-HD605N headphones review

The name might be a mouthful, but Panasonic’s new noise-canceling headphones offer some of the best value in the segment. With cool features, great battery life, and shockingly great sound, here’s why Panasonic’s RP-HD605N compete with the major players from Sony and Bose at a lower price.

Reviews         August 23, 2019

Phiaton Bolt BT 700 review

With a simple design, five hours of battery life, and a charging case that offers a built-in Bluetooth speaker, the Phiaton Bolt BT 700 are a great pair of true wireless earbuds at an extremely palatable price. If you’re in the market for a swiss army knife of sound, they may be just the ticket.

Audio / Video         August 23, 2019

Sony UBP-X800 review

With gorgeous 4K HDR picture and high-end audio decoding that includes support for both Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, Sony’s UBP-X800 is the best Ultra HD Blu-ray player on the market right now -- and it’s more affordable than you might think. If you’re looking to take your home theater to the next level, look no further.

Audio / Video         August 23, 2019

Paradigm Persona B hands-on review

Paradigm’s astonishingly transparent Persona B bookshelf speakers offer incredible sound to bring you inside the studio, onto the stage, and closer to the souls of your favorite musicians than ever. With the ability to virtually disappear behind the instruments, they offer one of the most satisfying listening experiences you’ll find.

Reviews         August 23, 2019

Mobvoi Ticpods Free review

With silicone eartips, water resistance, and a more palatable price tag, Mobvoi’s Ticpods Free are impressive AirPod doppelgangers. But for all the great things they have going for them, there’s one thing that’s still holding them back from shaking the AirPods’ stronghold on the market.

Reviews         August 23, 2019

AKG N700NC review

With gorgeous looks, impressive noise reduction, and great sound, AKG’s N700NC are a formidable entry into the wireless noise-canceling headphone race. We pit them up against the best on the market from Bose and Sony to figure out if they can take the top spot.

Reviews         August 23, 2019

Riva Concert review

The Riva Concert series speaker is a fantastic small-profile smart speaker with Alexa integration, truly excellent sound, and great looks, making it the perfect addition to your kitchen, living room, or bedroom. With even more features than the Sonos One.

Reviews         August 23, 2019

RHA TrueConnect review

RHA takes all of the best features (and a good portion of the looks) from Apple’s popular AirPods and ups the ante with Bluetooth 5.0 and sweat-proofing, making them among the most compelling true wireless headphones available.

Reviews         August 23, 2019

Focal Sphear Wireless review

Focal’s Sphear Wireless are a sleek and simple pair of banded Bluetooth earbuds with exceptional sound and an affordable price. With sound and battery life improvements coming to true wireless headphones on the horizon in 2019, the Sphear Wireless rank as some of the only non-true wireless earbuds we’d consider buying right now.

Reviews         August 23, 2019

Shure SE215 Wireless in-ear headphones review

In our Shure SE215 Wireless review, we examine how excellent sound, and an easy switch to a wired cable, makes the brand’s first wireless entry a success.

Reviews         August 23, 2019

Pioneer HDJ-X5BT-K Review

The Pioneer HDJ-X5BT-K are designed to give budget-conscious DJs two great headphones in one: A pair of wireless over-ears for daily smartphone listening, and a club-worthy pair of cans for wired listening behind the decks. With great sound and clean looks, they’re an enticing option for those who both make and enjoy music.

Reviews         August 23, 2019

JBL/Under Armour True Wireless Flash review

JBL and Under Armour’s True Wireless Flash are a compelling pair of wireless in-ears with great battery life, a comfortable fit, and fantastic waterproofing, making them among the best workout headphones you’ll find. Just don’t plan on putting the included charging case in your pocket.

Reviews         August 23, 2019

JBL Live 650BTNC Review

A long-lasting battery, solid active noise cancelation, and vibrant sound make the JBL Live 650BTNC a great pair of headphones for everyday listening. If you’re looking for a value-packed set of all-around headphones that work well anywhere, these are a fine choice.

Reviews         August 23, 2019

Jabra Elite 85H Review

Jabra’s wireless noise-canceling headphones offer massive battery life, advanced controls, and great sound at $50 less than top options from Sony and Bose. Do they have what it takes to compete with the best on the market? We put the latest from Jabra through a battery of tests and walked away impressed.

Reviews         August 23, 2019

These ski goggles deliver music using your face bones instead of earbuds

A company called BoneTech has introduced a new pair of ski googles with a very special skill: They can use the bones in your skull to play your favorite music, meaning you don't have to worry about missing vital sounds from the outside world on the slopes, or worry about your earbuds falling out.

News         August 7, 2019

Apple’s not-hi-res hi-res music is now called something else because iTunes died

Apple has announced a new name for its old initiative to make songs sound better. The Mastered for iTunes initiative, which has long been acclaimed for providing lossless-sounding audio in a compressed AAC format, is now called Apple Digital Masters, and it's something Apple Music subscribers should enjoy.

News         August 7, 2019

The best vinyl setups for any budget

From simple and affordable to sleek and swanky, these three incredible vinyl setups will allow you to listen to your favorite records with outstanding fidelity. Take the joy of listening to your growing analog audio collection to the next level, whether you're new to the hobby or a longtime listener.

Trash         July 10, 2019

Sony aims shrink ray at noise-canceling headphones with its WF-1000XM3 earbuds

Sony has announced its latest pair of true wireless headphones, taking a shrink ray to the same excellent noise-canceling technology in its over-ear WH-1000XM3 to create the new WF-1000XM3 model. With six hours of battery life and the promise of great call quality, these could be the new buds to beat.

News         July 3, 2019

Forget the remote: Yamaha offers two new affordable, Alexa-enabled soundbars

Yamaha announced two new soundbars aimed at fans of Amazon's Alexa voice assistant. The affordable new soundbars, called the YAS-109 and YAS-209, are both designed to provide viewers with great sound at an affordable price, with Alexa voice control built-in, allowing you to forget the remote.

News         June 20, 2019

Cambridge Audio’s earbuds have nearly twice AirPods’ juice for $40 less

Acclaimed British audio brand Cambridge Audio announced its first pair of true wireless headphones. Called the Melomania 1, the tiny in-ears feature 9 hours of battery life, and up to 45 hours if you count the four additional charges available inside the included charging case.

News         June 11, 2019

Your Apple iTunes listening data is only worth about 8 cents, lawsuit claims

Interested in finding out vast amounts of information about what people have been listening to? Worried that someone might discover your deep love of an embarrassing band? A recent lawsuit alleges that Apple sold iTunes listener data to third parties, who in turn sell it for only eight cents.

Mobile         May 29, 2019

Get schwifty and snag this Rick and Morty-themed pocket synth before it’s gone

Pocket synthesizer manufacture Teenage Engineering announced a special new collaboration with Rick and Morty that allows you to play with custom-made samples from the popular animated series. Called the PO-137, the limited edition device will be available for purchase in July and will likely sell out quickly.

News         May 28, 2019

Six things the new AirPods (and all new wireless earbuds) should have

After testing countless wireless earbuds, we know what makes a great pair. Whether you’re a new buyer or just upgrading, here’s what you should look for in your next set of wireless earbuds, AirPods or otherwise. From great battery life to waterproofing, here’s what all wireless earbuds should have.

Features         May 24, 2019

Oh, hey, Google! Bose brings Google Assistant to smart speakers and soundbars

Bose announced a new partnership with Google Assistant that will see the digital helper being added to all of its current smart speakers and soundbars, bringing listeners a ton of added functionality at no extra cost, and giving smart home lovers another reason to consider its various products.

News         May 20, 2019

Bang & Olufsen’s two new Bluetooth earbuds are perfect for workout enthusiasts

Bang & Olufsen has launched two new pairs of Bluetooth earbuds for those who like to break a sweat. they're aimed at capturing workout enthusiasts who want a stylish and functional pair of in-ears, as opposed to the ugly workout buds that many bring along during their daily exercise routines.

News         May 16, 2019

Apple’s revamped TV app is here, rolling out to viewers with iOS 12.3 update

Apple's iOS 12.3 update has brought a brand new overhaul of its TV app, as the popular device maker prepares for the launch of its highly anticipated on-demand video streaming service. The new Apple TV Plus service will feature original films and TV shows from some of the world's biggest stars.

Mobile         May 13, 2019

Hisense’s ULED Android TV lineup is here, and the prices are shockingly low

Hisense has announced pricing for its 2019 H8F and H9F models, providing excellent ULED picture -- and its insane black levels -- plus awesome image processing capabilities at a price that most of us can actually afford. Look out TCL, Hisense has its eye on the affordable TV market.

News         May 9, 2019

HBO and Game of Thrones should learn a lesson from Netflix and Stranger Things

By embracing technologies like 4K, HDR, and high-bitrate audio, Netflix delivers its premium content to your living room with the same care with which it was created. Why doesn’t HBO seem to care about providing viewers a comparable experience for ‘Game of Thrones’ on HBO Go and HBO Now?

Features         May 7, 2019