Researchers develop method to make sound waves travel in one direction only
The research has applications in various fields, including radar technology and signal routing
MIT researchers develop active noise-canceling fabric using piezoelectric fiber
Like noise-canceling headphones, but for your room
Damaged coral reefs can be saved with enticing underwater soundscape, study suggests
"If we can save reefs, we can save anything"
This AI can pick up passwords from the sound of your keystrokes
Your keyboard clatter could be giving away secrets
A PC Gaming Music Journey: From Doom to Terraria, System Shock, and More Memorable Soundtracks
#TBT A journey through memorable video game music, this second article is dedicated exclusively to PC video game soundtracks. We have our hands full given the wealth of excellent material available.
Study shows how often people can identify AI-generated voices
Not as often as you might think
Library of Obsolete Sounds preserves recordings of old tech
Recordings include old cameras, typewriters, computers, and more
The Best Headphones - Holidays 2022
A quality set of headphones are essential for enjoying music and games, listening to podcasts and audiobooks on the go, and keeping your focus up while working out. Here's our guide to the best headphones you buy right now.
Researchers devise a way to levitate small objects from reflective surfaces using sound waves
Non-contact manipulation using acoustic radiation force
Revisiting Some of the Best Video Game Music From the 8-bit and 16-bit Era
Game systems from the 8-bit and 16-bit era weren't graphical powerhouses, but there were other aspects that factored into creating a well-rounded game. Quality games almost unanimously had great sound and music as this list shows.
Using four mics and a speaker, drones can echolocate like bats
It can accurately map the walls in a room
The Best Headphones 2019
There are a dizzying number of headphones out there. Combined with different types and use cases available, there's an endless selection to pick from. That's where this buying guide comes in, which is based on professional reviews, user comments, and our own experiences. We've updated our best headphones selection to recognize the latest technology, trending choices and combined overlapping categories (wireless goes mainstream!).
The Best Headphones 2018
There's an endless selection of headphones out there and finding the right pair can be an arduous process. Taking in consideration audio quality, convenience, comfort and price point, here are our picks for best over-the-ear, wireless, in-ear, noise cancelling, gaming, sports and budget headphones.
