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How to Set Up a Stereo Pair of HomePods With Your Apple TV

Want to use two HomePods for stereo audio with your Apple TV? We walk you through it. → Read More

What Is Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and How Does It Affect Audio?

Most wireless headphones and speakers rely on some type of digital signal processing. Here's what you need to know about DSP—and why it's hard to avoid. → Read More

First Listen: Ears On with Apple's Retuned HomePod Smart Speaker

We got an in-person introduction to Apple's new smart speaker. Here are our initial thoughts from the listening session, and why you may want to spring for two of these $299 speakers. → Read More

What Is Adaptive Transparency Mode for the AirPods Pro 2 and How Does It Work?

Apple's Adaptive Transparency mode can protect your hearing by automatically lowering the volume of any loud sounds around you. We put it to the test with the second-generation AirPods Pro. → Read More

AirPods Pro 2 Tips: 5 Ways to Get More Out of Apple’s Flagship Earbuds

From better noise cancellation to longer battery life, get the most out of your second-generation AirPods Pro with our top tips and tricks. → Read More

Noise-Cancelling Heavyweights Face Off: Apple AirPods Pro 2 vs. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II vs. Sony WF-1000XM4

Apple, Bose, and Sony are all at the top of their noise-cancelling true wireless games. We compare their most recent flagship models to see which pair reigns supreme. → Read More

Apple AirPods Pro 2 vs. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II: Which Second-Gen Earphones Are Best?

You already know that you want best-in-class active noise cancellation, but that alone won't help you decide between the second-gen AirPods Pro and the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II. Here's everything else you should consider before you put your money down. → Read More

Master & Dynamic MW75 Review

The stylish Master & Dynamic MW75 headphones deliver excellent audio and above-average noise cancellation, but they cost a bit too much. → Read More

Anker Soundcore Sport X10 Review

The budget-friendly Anker Soundcore Sport X10 earbuds deliver a bass-forward sound signature in an exercise-focused design, plus offer solid noise cancellation. → Read More

Skullcandy Mod Review

The bass-forward Skullcandy Mod earbuds offer a customizable in-app EQ and long battery life, but they don't stand out, otherwise, in the crowded under-$100 category. → Read More

Monoprice Monolith M1070C Review

The bulky Monoprice Monolith M1070C headphones use planar magnetic drivers to deliver a wonderful sound signature with excellent clarity throughout the frequency range. → Read More

Marshall Willen Review

The Marshall Willen is a fully waterproof speaker with a reasonable amount of power, though it's priced a bit high for what it offers. → Read More

Dali Katch G2 Review

The Dali Katch G2 speaker delivers enjoyable sound from a handsome portable design, but it costs way too much. → Read More

JVC HA-S100N Review

JVC's pricey HA-S100N headphones deliver solid audio performance, but that alone doesn't make up for their iffy control panel and merely decent noise cancellation. → Read More

Marshall Emberton II Review

The Marshall Emberton II is a stylish waterproof Bluetooth speaker that sounds solid at moderate volumes, but it's not a meaningful upgrade over the original. → Read More

Grell In-Ear Headphones TWS 1 Review

The Grell In-Ear Headphones TWS 1 deliver some of the best audio performance in their price range as well as quality noise cancellation, making it easy to forgive their shortcomings. → Read More

1More Evo Review

The 1More Evo true wireless earphones deliver accurate, hi-res audio, but they don't cancel outside noise particularly well and lack a few expected customization features. → Read More

OnePlus Nord Buds Review

The true wireless Nord Buds look and sound great for just $39, but you really need to pair them with a OnePlus phone to unlock their full potential. → Read More

Sony WH-1000XM5 vs. Bose QuietComfort 45: Which Should You Buy?

If you want the best wireless noise-cancelling headphones and can spend up to $400, you should be deciding between the Sony WH-1000XM5 and the Bose QuietComfort 45. We've tested both and are here to help you figure out which pair is right for you. → Read More

Sony LinkBuds S Review

Sony's true wireless LinkBuds S earphones deliver good sound quality and noise cancellation in a much more effective design than previous pair, but they don't quite outshine the rest of the competition. → Read More