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RedMagic Cyberpods might be the strangest looking earbuds yet

Chris Burns | Dec 4, 2020

Over the past couple of years, we've seen basically every major smart device brand in the world release a pair of earbuds. We know exactly where that trend originated - and we know that we're at the point at which we're finally starting to reach the point at which we can access high quality earbuds with top-notch features for relatively low prices. At the same time, we've gotten to the point at which a company like RedMagic can produce a pair of gaming earbuds with LED lights for a cool $50 USD.

Lamborghini and Master & Dynamic team for new audio gear

Satsuki Then | Nov 23, 2020

Lamborghini has partnered with Master & Dynamic to create new premium headphones and earphones. The collection includes the MW65 Active Noise-Canceling Wireless Headphones and the MW07 PLUS True Wireless Earphones. Both incorporate design elements inspired by the Lamborghini supercars.

RHA TrueControl ANC true wireless earbuds arrive with premium features

Brittany A. Roston | Nov 19, 2020

RHA has launched TrueControl ANC, a new pair of true wireless earbuds that pack a number of premium features, including active noise cancellation and wireless charging. The earbuds are targeted at users who want high-quality earbuds without the cable tether, ones that can be used in a variety of environments.

Shure AONIC 50 wireless headphones get a new color, holiday price

Ewdison Then | Nov 18, 2020

Headphones have traditionally been treated as utilitarian accessories designed to drown out the world's noise while you revel in your music. These days, however, they have also become extensions of our personalities, designed to look good on your head as much as they sound good in your ears. No one design fits all, of course, but some accessory makers don't have the resources to put out different variants of a product. Fortunately, Shure isn't just any accessory maker and the audio expert is proudly adding a third color option to its first-ever wireless headphones, the AONIC 50.

OnePlus Buds are $1 at 4 times today – AirPods alternative anyone?

Chris Burns | Nov 18, 2020

Today the folks at OnePlus are making what appears to be a very, very limited number of their wireless earbuds available for one dollar. That's $1 instead of $79 for the OnePlus Buds, $1 instead of $50 for the Bullets Wireless Z, and "free shipping" for the OnePlus Buds Z throughout the day. Based on what we've experienced with these earbuds, there's almost certainly no way a $1 cost is higher than the value they present.

Powerbeats AMBUSH Special Edition are Beats that glow in the dark

Chris Davies | Nov 17, 2020

Beats have a new, special edition of their wireless earbuds out, and if you've always wanted glow-in-the-dark Powerbeats then the AMBUSH Special Edition are for you. Designed in collaboration with AMBUSH's Yoon Ahn, the new model sounds the same as the Powerbeats we know and love, but will definitely stand out more in your ears.

AirPods 3 launch in 2021 could change your gift plans

Chris Burns | Nov 13, 2020

As we approach the 2020 holiday shopping season, Apple's AirPods appear to be a likely target for the "has everything" gift-getters of the world. A tip this week from TFI Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo suggested that Apple will begin manufacturing AirPods 3 in early 2021. The big question here is: Should you wait to buy a new pair of AirPods now?

iOS 14.3 beta holds AirPods Studio, AirTags clues

Ewdison Then | Nov 12, 2020

It's a big week for Apple and not just because of the Apple Silicon M1 and new Macs running on it. The company also released new software, including the very first ARM-based macOS version, Big Sur. To assure its mobile users that iOS isn't being forgotten in the flood of Mac news, Apple has also rolled out the first beta version for the upcoming iOS 14.3 and, unsurprisingly, it holds quite a few hidden treasures beyond what the changelogs say.

Apple launches AirPods Pro service program: What you need to know

Brittany A. Roston | Oct 30, 2020

Apple has announced a new service program for certain AirPods Pro units, stating that it has determined a 'small percentage' of these devices may experience some variety of 'sound issues.' As with past service programs related to various issues, Apple is offering to service these potentially affected units for free through a couple of different options.

First Samsung mocked Apple – now it may just copy it

Chris Burns | Oct 27, 2020

Sources say the next major Samsung Galaxy smartphone will remove a charger and earbuds from its in-box contents. Apple just released the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro with packaging that did away with the charger and earbuds (AKA earphones). On the day the iPhone 12 was revealed, Samsung sent out some shade, noting that consumer's "Galaxy" devices all came with a charger. Now they may just have to eat crow.

There’s good and bad news for Apple’s big new AirPods refresh

Chris Davies | Oct 26, 2020

Details about Apple's next AirPods Pro and AirPods have leaked, with the Cupertino firm reportedly aiming to slim down its wireless earbuds among other improvements. The two models are expected to use a newer version of Apple's wireless chipset, though there's also bad news about the company's first over-the-ear headphones which have long been the subject of speculation.

Huawei FreeBuds Studio ANC headphones bring the fight to Sony and Bose

Chris Davies | Oct 22, 2020

Huawei has a new set of wireless headphones, taking on the best of Sony, Bose, and the widely-rumored upcoming Apple AirPods Studio. Announced alongside the Mate 40 Series, the Huawei FreeBuds Studio take the company's earbud tech and bake it into its first over-the-ears headphones, complete with active noise cancellation.