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Sony WF-1000XM5 earbuds review: smaller is better
Sony's last flagship wireless earbuds were held back only by their substantial size. With the new WF-1000XM5, has Sony finally given us everything we wanted?
Shokz OpenFit review: the most comfortable earbuds in the world
They may not be the best-sounding earbuds you can buy, but these open-style earbuds are amazingly comfortable for long hours of wear.
Amazon Echo Buds 2023 review: Alexa’s in your ear for just $50
The Amazon Echo Buds are a perfectly fine set of inexpensive earbuds. That's it. Nothing overly wrong, but nothing really remarkable, either.
Status Audio Between 3ANC review: hip to be square
Boutique headphone company, Status Audio, has created a set of noise-canceling buds with features and a price to match the big brands. Can they really compete?
Monster DNA Go review: less than meets the eye
The Monster DNA Go are priced right and look OK, but these wireless earbuds under-deliver on their promises.
Sony WF-1000XM4 review: Almost perfect wireless earbuds
The Sony WF-1000XM4 noise-canceling earbuds are a significant improvement over the WF-1000XM3, with a smaller shape, better ANC, and tons of features.
Technics EAH-AZ80 review: killer ANC with incredible comfort
A new ergonomic shape makes the Technics EAH-AZ80 comfortable enough for hours of quiet, immersive listening.
Beats Studio Buds+ review: clearly better buds
For $20 more, the Beats Studio Buds+ offer numerous meaningful improvements over the original Studio Buds.
Final Audio ZE8000 review: distinctive earbuds for discerning ears
Final Audio's ZE8000 are priced high and don't offer many in-demand features, but what they lack in bells and whistles, they make up for with superb sound.
JBL Tour Pro 2 review: totally tricked-out wireless earbuds
JBL's flagship wireless earbuds are chock-full of high-tech features, with the smartest charging case we've ever seen.
Turtle Beach Stealth Pro review: high-end gaming headset brings the noise
Turtle Beach delivers a top-tier gaming headset with its pricey, but impressive Stealth Pro.
Ifi Go Link DAC/amp review: a $59 on-ramp to lossless, hi-res audio
Curious about the world of hi-res and lossless audio? The Ifi Go Link lets you explore the benefits on any device, without breaking the bank.
Jabra Elite 4 Review: everyday carry wireless earbuds
With Bluetooth Multipoint and excellent noise cancellation, the Jabra Elite 4 are a great set of daily-driver earbuds.
Nothing Ear 2 Review: this time, it’s personal — in a good way
Nothing is back with its second pair of in-ear true wireless earbuds, the Ear 2, and this time, it's personal, in a good way, as we found out in our review.
Master & Dynamic MH40 Wireless 2023 review: pricier, but worth it
Master & Dynamic has updated its MH40 Wireless cans with some new internals and a heftier price while leaving its unique style alone.
NuraTrue Pro review: come for the lossless audio, stay for the sound
As one of the only wireless earbuds to support aptX Lossless, the NuraTrue Pro are aimed at audiophiles. Is that enough to justify their lofty price?
Sennheiser HD 660S2 review: I’m an open-back believer
When you want to really explore the detail and depth of your favorite tracks, the Sennheiser HD 660S2 are the perfect tool for the job.
JBL Endurance Peak 3 review: pure sports
For earbuds that will hold onto your ears and never let go, the JBL Endurance Peak 3 can outgrip and outlast almost any activity you throw at them.
OnePlus Buds Pro 2 review: cool buds with a talent for music
Which do you value more, musical performance or active noise cancelation performance? The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 force you to make a choice, as we found out.
Earfun Air Pro 3 review: three is a magic number
Earfun keeps refining its budget earbud formula, and the Air Pro 3 are proof that it's a winning formula indeed.
SoundPeats Opera05 review: golden earbuds for golden ears
With a triple-driver design and LDAC support, the SoundPeats Opera05 are a hi-res audio bargain — as long as you don't mind gold.
Audio-Technica ATH-TWX9 review: like AirPods Pro with hi-fi sound
Audio-Technica's new ATH-TWX9 flagship earbuds might look a little like the AirPods Pro, but their sound and style set them apart.
Campfire Audio Orbit review: out of this world sound
Campfire Audio's first wireless earbuds may be short on features, but they make up for it with massive, powerful sound.
Sony CRE-C10 OTC hearing aids review: effective hearing help is finally more affordable
Sony's first hearing aids, the CRE-C10, are tiny, comfortable, and give you just the right amount of hearing help – for way less than the established brands.
Anker Soundcore Sleep A10 review: if they fit right, you’re out for the night
Anker takes its first stab at creating a pair of sleep earbuds in the Soundcore Sleep A10, though you can listen to any audio you want to help you pass out.
Monoprice Sync-ANC review: good sound, with some cut corners
The Monoprice Sync-ANC fall flat when canceling noise, yet otherwise sound good, making these cheaper cans more about the sounds you actually want to hear.
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 review: pure headphone luxury
If you can stomach the price, the Bowers & Wilkins Px8 sound terrific and are some of the most luxurious and comfortable wireless headphones in the world.
Nothing Ear Stick review: the coolest ‘buds you’ll ever see
It's impossible not to love the way the Nothing Ear Sticks look, but do they have the right sound to back the looks up? We find out in our review.
1More Aero review: head-tracking spatial audio at a wallet-friendly price
1More's Aero are packed with features, including one that isn't normally found on budget earbud: head-tracking spatial audio.
V-Moda Crossfade 3 Wireless review: Great cans leave you wanting more
V-Moda's third-gen Crossfade 3 Wireless headphones make almost no changes to the original formula, but that might not be such a good thing.
Focal Bathys headphones review: Transcendent wireless cans
Focal makes its first move into wireless headphones. Temper your ANC expectations, and revel in the sound quality.
Soundcore Liberty 4 review: These awesome earbuds just keep getting better
The Soundcore Liberty 4 merge some of Apple's best features with fitness tracking -- and a killer price -- for one of the best values in wireless earbuds.
EarFun Air S review: feature-rich budget earbuds
The EarFun Air S have lots of useful features and custom sound, for a great price. Are they the AirPod alternatives for you?
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