PlayStation Pulse Explore earbuds for PS5 available now — here's where to buy By Ryan Epps published 7 December 23 Venture into your favorite PlayStation worlds with a whole new level of audio immersion thanks to the wireless Pulse Explore earbuds debut.
The best noise-cancelling earbuds in 2023 By Lee Dunkley last updated 7 December 23 These are the best noise-cancelling earbuds you can buy right now, ranked and rated by our audio experts.
Lenovo is allegedly working on an Apple AirPods Pro rival — here are the first photos By Ryan Epps published 7 December 23 Lenovo is looking to beef up its earphone lineup with a potential AirPods rival that could feature active noise cancelling and Dolby Atmos certification.
The best PS5 headsets in 2023 By James Archer, Dave Meikleham last updated 6 December 23 From budget wired models to top-tier peripherals with crystal-clear mics, these are the best headsets for PS5 right now.
The best podcasting microphones in 2023 By Lee Dunkley last updated 6 December 23 Our picks for the best podcasting microphones will make you and your guests sound better whether you're a podcasting pro or a just getting into it.
The best cheap gaming headsets in 2023 By James Archer last updated 6 December 23 Get a competitive edge on a budget with the best cheap gaming headsets.
Apple Music review: The best Spotify alternative By Lee Dunkley last updated 6 December 23 Editor's Choice Apple Music is the go-to music streaming service for many, but what makes it so good?
Apple has pulled Collaborative Playlists from iOS 17.2 — here’s why By Tom Pritchard published 6 December 23 Apple's concerned Collaborative Playlists could be abused, and it's pulled the feature from the iOS 17.2 update.
The best cheap running headphones in 2023 By Lee Dunkley last updated 5 December 23 Run free with the best cheap running headphones under $100 — performance tested and rated for their active lifestyle fit, wireless connectivity and sound quality.
5 ways I improved headphone sound from my MacBook By Alex Bracetti published 4 December 23 Want better audio performance from your headphones when using a MacBook? Try out these 5 tips to maximize the sound experience.
I test audio gear for a living — and this $1,200 Bluetooth speaker just blew me away By Brian Nadel published 2 December 23 The McIntosh RS150 is one of the best wireless speaker systems I've tried, balancing practical home style and sound quality.
Apple AirPods Max 2: Everything we know so far By Kate Kozuch last updated 1 December 23 Here are AirPods Max 2 rumors we've heard so far, plus the top features we want to see from the second-gen Apple AirPods Max.
How to get karaoke on every mobile music streaming service — Apple Music, Spotify and more By Peter Wolinski published 1 December 23 Fancy a singalong? Of course you do. Here's how to get karaoke mode on every major music streaming platform.
AirPods Max vs. Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones: Which noise canceling headphones win? By Lee Dunkley published 1 December 23 Bose's new QC Ultra Headphones have the best noise-canceling tech in the world, but how do they compare to the more costly AirPods Max?
Apple Music vs. Spotify: Which is the best music app? By Lee Dunkley last updated 30 November 23 Our Apple Music vs. Spotify comparison puts the titan music apps head-to-head to find out which is better.
Spotify Wrapped 2023 is live: Here's how to get yours By Lee Dunkley last updated 30 November 23 Spotify Wrapped 2023 is here. Here's how to find out what your most played songs and artists were on the music streaming service over the past year.
Your next Samsung TV could come with this spatial audio breakthrough By Nick Pino published 29 November 23 Samsung’s research labs have been working on an open-source alternative to Dolby Atmos in South Korea since 2020 — and it just got approved.
The best Apple AirPods alternatives in 2023 By Lee Dunkley last updated 28 November 23 The best Apple AirPods alternatives: rival earbud designs tested and ranked for sound quality and features.
Sonos plans to launch $400 AirPods Max rival, set-top box and much more By John Velasco published 21 November 23 2024 is looking to be a big year for Sonos
Best headsets and headphones for working from home 2023 By Lee Dunkley last updated 20 November 23 The best headsets and headphones for working from home offer crystal-clear audio for voice and video calls. Here are our picks based on our extensive testing.
Denon AVR-X4800H review: One of the most thrilling AV receivers I've heard By Steve May published 17 November 23 Editor's Choice This muscular Denon AV receiver sounds spectacular with movies, music and games and is as future-proof as it’s possible to get. It may seem pricey, but its versatility makes it great value.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro seemingly confirmed for next year — what we know By Alan Martin published 16 November 23 Samsung will update its answer to AirPods Pro next year, according to SamMobile’s sources.
Best Dolby Atmos soundbars 2023: Top TV speakers with 3D sound By Lee Dunkley last updated 14 November 23 Our pick of the best Dolby Atmos soundbars that bring the immersive sound of the movie theater to the home.
Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar review: Dolby Atmos and AI-enriched TV sound By Lee Dunkley published 14 November 23 The Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar flagship packs Dolby Atmos and AI clear dialogue support for immersive 3D audio, but bass output is a real rough spot.
5 lessons the AirPods Max 2 could learn from the Bose QC Ultra By Alex Bracetti published 14 November 23 The rumored AirPods Max 2 flagship headphones haven't materialized yet, and any new Apple design could learn a lot from the awesome Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones.
Best cheap noise-cancelling headphones in 2023 By Lee Dunkley last updated 13 November 23 Great ANC performance doesn't need to cost an arm and a leg. All these models are under $150 and are the best cheap noise-cancelling headphones and wireless earbuds we've tested.
How to see your Spotify listening history By Peter Wolinski published 12 November 23 Want to view your listening history on Spotify? Here's how.
The best streaming microphones in 2023 By Lee Dunkley, Malcolm McMillan last updated 8 November 23 Got your own live stream? Get a professional-sounding live stream with one of the best streaming microphones, based on our testing.
The best USB microphones in 2023 By Lee Dunkley last updated 8 November 23 The best USB microphones are plug-and-play solutions that are great for pros and novices alike. Here are the best models we’ve tested.
Best wireless earbuds under $100 in 2023 By Lee Dunkley last updated 8 November 23 Our pick of the best wireless earbuds under $100 that deliver top-notch performance for less.