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Parker Hall

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Portland, OR, United States

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  • Region 8 News
  • Tech Insider

Past articles by Parker:

From AirPods to Surface Earbuds, Why Are Big Tech's Earbuds So Ugly?

Distinctive, sure. Pretty? Absolutely not. From Apple's AirPods and Google's Pixel Buds to the brand new Microsoft Surface Earbuds, why does it seem like big tech brands are incapable of creating a pair of true wireless earbuds that are both functional and easy on the eyes? → Read More

Sennheiser Momentum Wireless 3 Vs. Sony WH-1000XM3

We pit the latest flagship headphones from Sony and Sennheiser against each other in this head-to-head comparison to help you decide which pair of premium noise-canceling headphones is better for you. Here's how the Sennheiser Momentum Wireless 3 and Sony WH-1000XM3 stack up against each other. → Read More

YouTube Music Just Ripped Off One Of Spotify's Greatest Features

YouTube Music has launched a new feature that could help it compete even better with Spotify. A new playlist called Discover Mix that takes aim at those who love Spotify's long-running Discover Weekly playlist. Could this be the killer feature that will convert the masses? → Read More

Sennheiser Momentum 3 Vs. Bose Noise Cancelling 700

We pit the Sennheiser Momentum 3 over-ear headphones against the closest competitor from Bose, the Noise Cancelling 700. Which pair has better noise-canceling, sound quality, fit, and features? We put them head-to-head in each category to find out. Here are the results. → Read More

Sennheiser’s Momentum 3 can’t beat Bose at its own game, and these cans don’t have to

The Sennheiser Momentum 3 noise-canceling headphones skirt the line between business and pleasure, offering an intuitive and accessible interface and gorgeous sound for listening both at home and on the go. While their noise-cancelling can't beat the best, it's hard not to fall for these gorgeous cans. → Read More

JBL's Link Bar lets your voice take full control of your entertainment

The JBL link bar is a full media hub in soundbar form, offering viewers and listeners easy access to any of their favorite media with a simple "OK Google." But, at a price of $400, is it worth the premium over other subwoofer-less soundbars to get some streaming apps thrown in? → Read More

House of Marley’s Liberate Air earbuds are the renewable way to go wireless

House of Marley’s first ever true wireless headphones offer sustainable materials and have great battery life. With gorgeous bamboo accents, they’re also some of the prettiest headphones you can buy. But even with all that going for them, a few small issues keep them off the top of our shopping list. → Read More

These ski goggles deliver music using your face bones instead of earbuds

A company called BoneTech has introduced a new pair of ski googles with a very special skill: They can use the bones in your skull to play your favorite music, meaning you don't have to worry about missing vital sounds from the outside world on the slopes, or worry about your earbuds falling out. → Read More

Apple's Not-Hi-Res Hi-Res Music is Called Something Else As iTunes Dies

Apple has announced a new name for its old initiative to make songs sound better. The Mastered for iTunes initiative, which has long been acclaimed for providing lossless-sounding audio in a compressed AAC format, is now called Apple Digital Masters, and it's something Apple Music subscribers should enjoy. → Read More

JLab Epic Air Sport Review: Better Than Powerbeats For Way Less

With excellent battery life, great controls, and fantastic dust and water resistance, JLab’s latest workout buds are the new pair to beat, taking everything we like about the Powerbeats Pro but lopping a healthy $100 off the price tag. If you’re looking to break a sweat and never want to worry about losing an earbud, these are the headphones for you. → Read More

Bose Noise Cancelling 700 Vs. Sony WH-1000XM3: Which Take the Crown?

Sony's WH-1000XM3 were considered the high water mark in noise-canceling headphones when they came out last year, but now Bose is back with a new pair. How do the Bose Noise Cancelling 700 stack up against the Sonys? We put them head to head in terms of features, noise-canceling, and sound. → Read More

Bose Noise Cancelling 700 vs. QC35 II: Are Bose's New Best Worth Buying?

The Bose Noise Cancelling 700 are the company's new flagship headphones, but how do they stack up to their older, still-beloved, QC35 II model? We compare both pairs of headphones in terms of features, noise-canceling performance, and sound, helping you decide which is the better buy. → Read More

Sony WF-1000XM3 vs. Sennheiser Momentum vs. Klipsch T5 Earbuds

We've been testing three of the most popular premium true wireless earbuds against each other, aiming to find the best. In our comparison of the Sony Wf-1000XM3, Sennheiser Momentum, and Klipsch T5 True Wireless, we compare sound, comfort, and style, helping you decide how to best spend your money. → Read More

20 Netflix hacks, tips, and tricks to make your streaming experience better

Netflix's tried-and-true formula hardly begs for improvement, but you can get even more out of your subscription with these 20 Netflix tips and tricks, sure to improve your online streaming experience. → Read More

How Amazon and Google’s streaming feud helped make Roku the streaming king

Amazon and Google are finally playing nice when it comes to streaming, with YouTube now available on Fire TV devices, and Amazon Prime Video available on Chromecast. Here's how remaining agnostic has helped Roku become the maker of the most popular streaming video device manufacturer. → Read More

Sony WF-1000XM3 vs. Apple AirPods: Which Are The Better Wireless Earbuds?

Are Sony's latest noise-canceling true wireless earbuds -- the WF-1000XM3 -- better than the best-selling Apple AirPods? From sound and comfort to battery live, we put the two pairs of headphones through their paces, determining which is more worthy of your almighty dollars. → Read More

Sony WF-1000XM3 hands-on review

Sony’s newest pair of true wireless headphones bring excellent fidelity and great noise-canceling, offering a brilliantly tiny alternative to the bulky over-ears that you’ve been bringing on business trips for decades, and a compelling reason to spend a bit extra for the pleasure of their company. → Read More

Sony aims shrink ray at noise-canceling headphones with its WF-1000XM3 earbuds

Sony has announced its latest pair of true wireless headphones, taking a shrink ray to the same excellent noise-canceling technology in its over-ear WH-1000XM3 to create the new WF-1000XM3 model. With six hours of battery life and the promise of great call quality, these could be the new buds to beat. → Read More

Sony’s WH-XB900N bring the bass, but you might wish they didn't

Sony’s latest noise-canceling headphones aim to bring big bass and solid noise cancellation for $100 less than the flagship WH-1000XM3. We love their usability and features, but they can’t compete with the premium model, or the impressive class of headphones from similarly priced competitors. → Read More

Klipsch T5 True Wireless vs. Beats Powerbeats Pro

With great battery life and an IPX4 water resistance rating, The Klipsch T5 True Wireless offer many of the same features as the Beats Powerbeats Pro, but at a significantly reduced price tag. Which pair of wireless earbuds is better for you? We put them head to head to find out. → Read More