Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones vs Apple AirPods Max

Editor’s note: this article was published on November 28, 2023, and is the first version of the article. Updates will follow as the market changes. What’s it like to use the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones compared to the Apple AirPods Max? Austin Kwok / SoundGuys The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones have ample padding and feel […]

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Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones vs Bose QuietComfort 45

Editor’s note: this article was published on TKTK, 20XX, and is the first version of the article. Updates will follow as the market changes. What’s it like to use the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones compared to the Bose QuietComfort 45? Austin Kwok / SoundGuys The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones lack the prominent vents found on […]

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Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones vs Sony WH-1000XM5

Now that Bose has re-entered the conversation for best active noise canceling (ANC) headphones on the market, how do they stack up against the previous top pick? Here, we compare the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones vs Sony WH-1000XM5 to see which cans are worth your money. Editor’s note: this article was published on November 23, […]

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JBL Clip 5 wishlist: All the features I want to see

JBL makes some of the best Bluetooth speakers capable of enduring the rough outdoors. However, none are as portable as the JBL Clip series. As well as making it among some of the best shower speakers, the JBL Clip 4 is desirable for its small form factor and rugged design. Given it has been nearly three […]

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Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones vs Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700

Bose refreshed their line of headphones in late 2023, bringing a new halo product to the market. Where does this leave the former top-of-the-line option? Let’s find out which cans reign supreme in this matchup of the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones vs Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700. Editor’s note: this article was published on November […]

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Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones vs Bose QuietComfort Headphones

Bose came into late 2023 swinging for the fences with three new QuietComfort products. So, how do the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones and Bose QuietComfort Headphones, the high-end active noise canceling (ANC) headphones compare? Let’s listen and find out. Editor’s note: this article was published on November 20, 2023, and is the first version of […]

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JBL Xtreme 4 wishlist: All the features I want to see

JBL’s Xtreme line of loudspeakers have proven to be some of the best Bluetooth speakers on the market. This has remained the case since the emergence of the original JBL Xtreme in 2015. Not only are they splashproof, but the addition of an AUX input and charging ports makes these speakers excellent pool party companions […]

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Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 wishlist: All the features I want to see

Samsung continues to make some of the best noise canceling wireless earbuds that money can buy. For example, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro can attenuate frequencies between 30Hz – 100Hz by nearly 50dB. The company’s mid-tier noise canceling alternative, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2, also provide good ANC for the price. These earbuds can […]

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Samsung Galaxy Buds FE vs Samsung Galaxy Buds 2

Today we’re checking out the Samsung Galaxy Buds FE and Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 to see if the intervening years have made a difference between these wireless earbuds. Of course, both are active noise canceling (ANC) and capable, so let’s see what earns one the label “FE” for “Fan Edition” and if it’s all in […]

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Jabra Elite 10 vs Apple AirPods Pro 2

Whether you should pick up the Jabra Elite 10 or the established Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) is the question on the docket. Both currently sit at the top of their manufacturer’s line ups, so let’s investigate which active noise canceling (ANC) buds best strike the balance of form and function for you. Editor’s note: […]

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Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earphones vs Bose QuietComfort Earphones II

In late 2023, Bose surprised the headphone community by refreshing its entire line of active noise canceling (ANC) products rather abruptly. While there were some new products, others, like the Bose QuietComfort Headphones seemed to simply recycle old stock and call it new. But is that the case for the new Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds? […]

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What is Snapdragon Sound?

Harley Maranan / SoundGuys With Bluetooth having reached its bandwidth limitations and the headphone jack largely disappearing from our phones, music enthusiasts have been left searching for lossless options for headphone use. Thankfully, Qualcomm has added a feature to its newest mobile chips to get audiophiles what they want from wireless audio: Snapdragon Sound. What […]

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Jabra Elite 10 vs Jabra Elite 7 Pro

The Jabra Elite 10 surpasses the Jabra Elite 7 Pro as the new top-of-the-line earbuds in Jabra’s lineup. Read on to see our full breakdown of the Jabra Elite 10 vs Jabra Elite 7 Pro, and find out which set of earbuds is really the better buy. Editor’s note: this article was published on October […]

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Jabra Elite 8 Active vs Jabra Elite 7 Pro

With an identical starting price, the Jabra Elite 7 Pro and Jabra Elite 8 Active make for a particularly interesting comparison. The Jabra Elite 8 Active is clearly marketed towards athletes, whereas the Jabra Elite 7 Pro targets professionals who take frequent calls on the go. Both sets of earbuds excel in a variety of […]

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Jabra Elite 10 vs Sony WF-1000XM5

In a full market of wireless noise canceling earbuds, the Jabra Elite 10 and Sony WF-1000XM5 stand near the top of the heap. If you’re considering parting with your hard-earned dollars, this is the one to read as we break down the differences and similarities between these titans. Editor’s note: this article was published on […]

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Bose QuietComfort Headphones vs Bose QuietComfort 45

For active noise canceling (ANC) headphones, Bose has been a top choice for quite a long time. However, now that the company’s latest line of cans is hitting shelves: are the updated models worth shelling out for? Let’s take a look at how the new Bose QuietComfort Headphones stacks up to the older Bose QuietComfort […]

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Bose QuietComfort Headphones vs Sony WH-1000XM5

If you’re in the market for active noise canceling (ANC) headphones, both Bose and Sony have been the natural brands to look to for years. But if you’ve narrowed your search between the new Bose QuietComfort Headphones and the Sony WH-1000XM5, which should you get? Let’s take a look. Editor’s note: this article was published […]

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Samsung’s next Galaxy Buds could be very competitively priced

TL;DR A new leak suggests that the Galaxy Buds FE could have an MSRP of just $100. The design of the earbud and its case have also leaked, giving us a good look at them before their eventual launch. Samsung has cemented its place amongst the masses as a maker of premium earbuds, with products […]

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Beats Studio Pro vs Beats Solo3 Wireless

The latest Beats Studio Pro active noise canceling (ANC) equipped headphones have landed. However, if you’re perusing the back catalog, the Beats Solo3 Wireless might jump out, too. Let’s see how much has changed in the intervening years between the 2016 release of the Solo3 Wireless and the 2023 Beats Studio Pro. Editor’s note: this […]

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Beats Studio Pro vs Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Wireless

It wasn’t long ago that uttering Beats in the same breath as Sennheiser seemed almost unfair, but things have changed. The Beats Studio Pro shed the overly bassy sound of older Beats and offer excellent connectivity, including USB-C, a headphone jack cable, and active noise cancelation (ANC). Interestingly, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Wireless have several […]

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