Josh Noriega
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Sennheiser IE 800 S Flagship In-Ear Headphones Review
It's been a few years since Sennheiser dropped its best attempt at an in-ear headphone, and now in 2018, we have an update. As the name implies, the IE 800 S is a tweaked version of that first-rate earphone that we adored. → Read More
Beyerdynamic Amiron Wireless High-End Over-Ear Headphones Review
Beyerdynamic completes its new high-end wireless headphone lineup with the over-ear Amiron Wireless. This Bluetooth HiFi hard-hitter packs large drivers, aptX HD fidelity, a sophisticated design, and a premium price-tag to match. → Read More
Wireless audio codecs and where headphones are today
Wireless headphones have come a long way, but has Bluetooth audio fidelity? Yes and no. The codecs are in place, but not so much the support. This is where we are today. → Read More
Audio-Technica ATH-ANC40BT wireless noise-cancelling earbuds review: Function over form
There are many wireless earbuds, but not many that boast active noise-cancellation tech. Audio-Technica tries to one-up with the promising ANC40BT earbuds. → Read More
UE Wonderboom Bluetooth speaker review: The little speaker that could
Most of the recent Ultimate Ears focus has been on the Blast and Megablast wireless speakers, but the new compact Wonderboom is also worth attention. → Read More
Nuheara IQbuds Dynamic True Wireless Earbuds Review
There aren't many earbuds, let alone true wireless earbuds, like the Nuheara IQbuds. The ability to customly let ambient sound in is pretty rad and useful. → Read More
JBL Reflect Contour 2 Wireless Sport Earbuds review: Step up your wireless audio
These days, there are tons of low-priced Bluetooth earbuds to choose from. But it can be worth investing a little more for comprehensive quality. Case in point, the $99 JBL Contour 2 seek to improve the "Sport" earbud experience, and up audio performance. → Read More
Fiio Q5 HiFi Bluetooth-Capable Portable DAC review: The value to beat
Fiio has been in the audio player game a long time. Its newest flagship DAC, the Q5, is based on the excellent X7 Mark II. So that means it sports an all-metal build, Balanced output, Bluetooth support, and of course, top-notch audio. → Read More
Optoma NuForce Be Free5 True Wireless Earbuds Review
Optoma introduces its second crack at a true wireless earbud with the Free5. This is a lower-costing alternative to last year's Free8 but makes a couple notable improvements across the board. The Free5 may just be the best wire-free value. → Read More
Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro Over-Ear Headphones Review
The affordable Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro have stood their ground despite the onslaught of newer, more feature-packed headphones. There's a reason why they're still selling and have tons of positive reviews, so we're taking a modern look. → Read More
Udoq Charging Dock System Review
The Udoq is unlike any other mobile device charging station we've seen. It's premium, clean, and surprisingly flexible. The German startup went all out with this one. But is it worth the relatively steep cost? → Read More
Fiio F9 Pro In-Ear Headphones Review
Fiio, the maker of some of the best affordable audio players, is expanding to headphones. The F9 Pro in-ears is currently the company's flagship, and we're taking a look if it can pass the same excellence that we've seen in Fiio's other devices. → Read More
Rowkin Surge Charge True Wireless Earbuds Review
Rowkin's new Surge Charge is a different kind of true wireless earbud. They are in fact completely wire-free, but in a body more tuned for activity than fashionable form. Our review checks out if they're the ultimate sporty earbuds. → Read More
UAG Plasma and Plyo Cases for the Galaxy S9 Review
UAG cases are awesome looking and built with quality. With the Galaxy S9 and S9+ in-hand, we're taking a look at two compelling offerings, the Plasma and Plyo, and if they're worth the dough. → Read More
UE Blast Wireless Speaker Review
We've anticipated how Ultimate Ears would follow up its highly successful Boom 2 Bluetooth speaker. The Blast introduces a new series and up-to-date speaker control, with WiFi smarts backed by Amazon's popular Alexa virtual assistant. → Read More
Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus Review
The next big thing for 2018 is here, and in actuality, the Galaxy S9 and S9+ are more about the small things. Are the updates worthwhile or is this one to skip? Our review covers all the important details. → Read More
Wireless audio codecs and where headphones are today
Wireless headphones have come a long way, but has Bluetooth audio fidelity? Yes and no. The codecs are in place, but not so much the support. This is where we are today. → Read More
Beyerdynamic Aventho Wireless Headphones Review
The Aventho Wireless does so many things right, from its immaculate construction to its powerhouse sound quality. But is it worth the high asking price? Find out all the deets in our review! → Read More
Fiio BTR1 Portable Wireless DAC Review
Headphones jacks are disappearing from smartphones whether you like it or not. And while wireless headphones have come a long way, the desire to hold onto a trusty pair of wired headphones is understandable. Fiio may then have a great solution, in the form of a tiny, wireless DAC/amp unit called the BTR1. → Read More
Essential Phone with Android 8.1 and mid-range price
Essential has been hard at work righting some of the wrongs the phone launched with. Coupled with price drops is this now one of the best smartphones you can buy at the mid-range price point? Read our review to find out. → Read More