Bose is bringing back wired earbuds as teens ditch Bluetooth
Bluetooth had its moment, but now teens are wanting wires
Apple AirPods 5 first reviews are in: stronger ANC and swipe volume controls
The new AirPods 5 refine the company's less expensive earbuds. ANC now comes standard, while the $149 version adds a wireless charging case, swipe volume controls, and longer battery life. Reviewers praise their surprisingly effective noise cancellation for an open-ear design.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 5 reviews are in: Superb sound with a repairable twist
The Momentum True Wireless 5 are earning strong reviews for their rich, detailed sound and comfortable fit. They add Bluetooth 6.0, aptX Lossless, and user-replaceable batteries, while reviewers note that ANC and call quality still trail some premium rivals.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 5 add user-replaceable batteries, Bluetooth 6.0
Earbuds that cost a bunch, but should last much longer than usual
Leaked video shows Apple's camera-equipped AirPods identifying a book by sight
First look: Apple is known to be developing AirPods with built-in cameras that apparently would let Siri and Visual Intelligence see what users see. The cameras wouldn't just offer traditional photo or video capture, they'd also support AI-powered recognition and recall.
Anker is betting its new chip can change how AI runs in earbuds
New Anker Thus processor uses compute-in-memory to bring AI inference to small devices
Doom has officially been ported to earbuds, streaming at 18 fps
Making Doom run on yet another unconventional platform
OpenAI confirms its first consumer AI device is coming this year, and it may be earbuds
The rumored "Sweetpea" earbuds may use a 2nm Samsung chip and involve Jony Ive's team
Google is turning any headphones into real-time translation earbuds
Over 70 languages supported on Android now, coming to iOS next year
Bang & Olufsen's latest wireless earbuds come with a jaw-dropping $1,500 price tag
Luxury comes at a cost
AirPods Pro 3 first reviews: improved fit, sound, and a new heart rate sensor
The AirPods Pro 3 debut with a built-in heart rate sensor, "Live Translation," and a revamped ear tip system that now offers an additional XXS size. Reviewers praise the enhanced ANC, improved Transparency mode, and upgraded IP57 water and dust resistance.
Apple AirPods Pro 3 arrive with heart rate sensor and improved noise cancellation
Heart rate monitoring is the centerpiece of a new workout program
Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 reviewed: new design, ANC and heart-rate monitor
The new Powerbeats Pro 2, powered by Apple's H2 SoC, feature a heart-rate sensor, ANC, spatial audio and adaptive EQ. With up to 10 hours of battery life, they work well with both iOS and Android. However, the heart-rate sensor is limited to iOS at launch, and the price remains high.
AirPods sales totaled over $18 billion last year, more than all of Nintendo
Earbuds likely to become Apple's 3rd biggest product behind iPhone and Mac
Sony rolls out big software upgrade for its flagship wireless headphones and earbuds
The company has also given its companion app a complete design overhaul
AirPods 4 with ANC debut – just grab the AirPods Pro 2 on sale
Apple's AirPods 4 with active noise cancellation offer good sound and call quality, but at $179, they come awfully close to the AirPods Pro 2's price when on sale. The Pro 2 provides better ANC, a more secure fit, and longer battery life.
Apple's AirPods Pro 2 gain FDA approval as over-the-counter hearing aids
Premium earbuds cost far less than some traditional hearing aids
Apple might launch two AirPods 4 variants next month, replacing 2nd and 3rd generation models
Pricing still to be determined
Refreshed Beats Solo on-ear headphones get better battery life, improved acoustics
Beats also has a new set of Solo Buds
Anker's noise-cancelling wireless earbuds are currently $49
The Anker Soundcore Space A40 earbuds are now on sale for $49 (50% off), making them a solid value option for affordable, mid-range earbuds with active noise cancellation.
Fairbuds from Fairphone: Repairable wireless earbuds designed to last
Fairbuds feature seven replaceable components
Apple could launch new entry-level AirPods and updated AirPods Max later this year
They new entry-level model could be manufactured in India by a Foxconn subsidiary
AirPods Pro may finally receive a "hearing aid mode" with iOS 18
Medical-grade hearing aids can cost thousands of dollars
Next-gen Apple AirPods expected to land in 2024 with improved design and enhanced audio
All AirPods models will reportedly be refreshed over the next couple of years