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7210072100Sennheiser Accentum Plus review: Upgrades that aren’t worth the extra cost
Despite changes to ANC and a few new features, the Accentum Plus isn’t a significant upgrade over the regular Accentum that debuted last year.
Billy Steele03.16.2024
The pocket-sized Boss Katana:Go headphone amp doubles as an audio interface
The Boss Katana:GO headphone amp features 13 tones and 60 effects, in addition to doubling as an audio interface. It costs $120.
Lawrence Bonk03.15.2024
Apple's AirPods Pro are back to a low of $190
Amazon is running a sale on Apple's second-generation AirPods Pro. The earbuds are now available for $190, down from $249.
Sarah Fielding03.11.2024
Bose's new QuietComfort headphones are $100 off right now
Bose's 2023 QuietComfort headphones are on sale for a low of $249 in every color.
Sarah Fielding02.15.2024
7510075100Bose Ultra Open Earbuds review: Function meets fashion
Bose’s new open-fit earbuds are more of a fashion accessory than a wearable and come with some inherent trade-offs.
Billy Steele02.15.2024
Sony's WH-1000XM5 ANC headphones are just $280 right now
They're our favorite wireless headphones for 2024.
Sarah Fielding02.08.2024
Apple's third-generation AirPods fall back to $140
A range of AirPods are on sale right now.
Sarah Fielding02.06.2024
Sony's WH-1000XM5 ANC headphones fall back to $328
If you've been looking at a pair of Sony's WH-1000XM5 wireless headphones, they're now on sale at $328 in black, midnight blue and silver.
Steve Dent01.29.2024
Wired headphones are about to have a mini revival
Wired USB-C headphones are nothing new. You can already find hi-res IEM cables with the connection. Finally you can buy an all-in-one version for hi-res lossless audio on any phone.
James Trew01.25.2024
8010080100Audio-Technica ATH-TWX7 review: Good earbuds with frustrating flaws
There’s plenty to like about the ATH-TWX7, including a robust set of features that brings a lot of convenience to your day. It offers solid sound quality and ANC, though a few of those tools could still use some fine-tuning.
Billy Steele01.25.2024
Sennheiser Momentum Sport earbuds bring heart rate and body temp sensors to your workout
Sennheiser updated its flagship Momentum line with a new true wireless model while also debuting a tech-filled set of fitness earbuds in the Momentum Sport.
Billy Steele01.11.2024
Sony's WH-1000XM5 ANC headphones are just $300 right now
The deal cuts 25 percent off their sticker price.
Sarah Fielding01.09.2024
Shokz debuts its OpenSwim Pro waterproof bone conduction headphones at CES 2024
Shokz announces the OpenSwim Pro multi-sport bone conduction headset at CES 2024 with Bluetooth 5.3 and 32GB of onboard audio storage.
Jon Turi01.09.2024
Sennheiser Accentum Plus headphones swap buttons for swipe touch controls, but keep the 50-hour battery life
Sennheiser is once again trying to bridge the gap between affordability and premium features with the Accentum Plus at CES 2024.
Billy Steele01.09.2024
JBL brings its touchscreen smart case to three new wireless earbud models
JBL's touchscreen "smart case" will be available on three new wireless earbud models in 2024.
Billy Steele01.08.2024
JBL covers the headphone gamut with six new models at CES 2024
JBL's annual headphone dump returns to CES.
Billy Steele01.08.2024
How to watch Sennheiser’s CES 2024 press conference
Consumer audio brand Sennheiser is holding it's CES 2024 press conference on Monday, January 8. The event will be livestreamed on YouTube starting at 3:30PM ET/12:30PM PT. Sennheiser is expected to launch new headphones.
Cheyenne MacDonald01.08.2024
JLab's first premium ANC headphones will cost just $80
JLab's JBuds Lux ANC headphones have a spec sheet that rivals some of its more premium competition for just $80.
Billy Steele01.04.2024
The best VR accessories for 2024
Here are the best VR accessories you can get right now, as chosen by Engadget editors.
Lawrence Bonk12.21.2023
The first affordable headphones with MEMS drivers don't disappoint
Solid-state headphones have been on the horizon for years, but the first consumer product to feature it comes from a name you might not have expected.
James Trew12.07.2023