Samsung should start using its premium audio brands for Galaxy phones

Samsung hasn’t bothered with co-branding opportunities for its Galaxy phones. There are plenty of manufacturers who hop on the brand equity of a well-established partner to make their devices appear different. It was rumored for the longest time last year that the Galaxy S22 may feature an Olympus-branded camera setup. For those who are unaware, […]

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AKG K702 review

The AKG K headphones lineup includes an impressive array of models including the storied the bedroom producer favorite K240 Studio. Today’s entry, the AKG K702, rates as a worthy middle child in the K series. The basic facts of the K702 are that it’s a large, lightweight, open-back headset engineered with analytical listening in mind. […]

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Best gaming headphones

Gaming headsets are tailor-made to work with some consoles and PCs, but what if you just want a solid pair of headphones you can also use for gaming? Something you can pair with a mic when you want to play, and then take along with you on the bus or the office, instead of having […]

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Best over-ear headphones of 2020

If you’ve spent any time researching headphones, you know that you can easily spend thousands on a good pair of cans. Thankfully, there are other options that won’t cost as much as your mortgage payment. Most people want good sound, long battery life if we’re talking about wireless options, and would prefer not to break […]

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AKG N700NC review

AKG is no stranger to premium audio products, and today we’re looking at its high-quality N700NC noise cancelling headphones. These over-ear cans filter out low-end noises better than a Brita filter sifting out pebble-sized minerals. The real question, though: are the AKG N700NC better than the comparable Sony and Bose headsets? Editor’s note: this review […]

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Best alternatives to Beats

So you don’t want Beats to pump out your beats, while you may be concerned about what the competition has to offer, there are plenty of trendy, bass-heavy headphones that aren’t Beats. Who knows, you may end up preferring them over the Dr.’s auditory prescription. Editor’s note: this list was updated on March 24th, 2020 […]

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Best noise cancelling headphones

Sometimes listening to the sounds of nature or the sounds of the people around you can be an enlightening experience, but sometimes it isn’t. As people who ride subways every day, we know how necessary it is to block out the world sometimes just to keep your sanity—and hearing—intact. Whether you’re always in crowded areas, […]

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Best Bluetooth headphones under $100

We all want the best, but sometimes the top-tier choice is beyond what we budget. Thankfully, cheap Bluetooth headphones are easy to come by and with the rise of true wireless earbuds, premium headset prices have fallen dramatically. Although all of our picks are relatively affordable, none of them are inherently cheap. Whether you need […]

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