In-ear monitors have become a popular personal audio product, but how do they differ from earbuds? Should you make the switch, or look for something else? Let’s take a look at what in-ear monitors are, and what advantages they offer. What are in-ear monitors? In-ear monitors (IEMs) were originally developed for musicians and performers to […]
Read MoreThe Moondrop Aria SE (Snow Edition) is a variant of the regular Moondrop Aria. Both are wired earbuds with a focus on sound quality over fancy features. Let’s see if the modified design and tweaked frequency response make for a better or worse pair of earbuds. Editor’s note: this is the first version of the […]
Read MoreThe Moondrop Aria SE (Snow Edition) is a variant of the regular Moondrop Aria. Both are wired earbuds with a focus on sound quality over fancy features. Let’s see if the modified design and tweaked frequency response make for a better or worse pair of earbuds. Editor’s note: this is the first version of the […]
Read MoreSay hello to your newest gym buddy—the JBL Endurance Peak 3. With strong durability, a stable fit, and booming bass, these earbuds appear to be a worthy entrant to the workout earbud market. Should these earbuds be the newest staple in your gym bag? Editor’s note: this is the first version of the article. Updates […]
Read MoreWhen shopping around for true wireless earbuds, you might be wondering how much you really need to spend to get good performance. For a lot of people, that price might be significantly lower than expected with the TOZO T12. While it’s missing some premium features, there is a lot to like with these uber-affordable earbuds. […]
Read MoreEnvision your daily set of earbuds: you commute with it, work with it, work out with it, and make calls with it, seamlessly and effortlessly. This is a lot to ask of any wireless earbuds, let alone the $59 USD JLab JBuds Air Pro, but anything is possible (with some caveats). We spent a week […]
Read MoreEdgar Cervantes / SoundGuys The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II and the Sony WF-1000XM4 are very evenly matched when it comes to true wireless earbuds. Both retail for roughly the same price, and on paper they have very similar features. But when compared directly, which one comes out on top in terms of design, sound quality, […]
Read MoreHearing loss is a critical public health issue that impacts the ability of millions to communicate effectively in everyday social interactions. This year, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) finalized the ruling allowing the sale of over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids, finally providing clarity on what kinds of devices will be considered traditional hearing aids […]
Read MoreAustin Kwok / SoundGuys Now that the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) has been released, you might be thinking about getting a pair. On the other hand, you’ve probably seen the Apple AirPods Max everywhere and know that it’s about as premium as wireless headphones get. If you’re an iPhone user in search of an […]
Read MorePretty much everyone could use a set of wired earbuds. They plug into everything your wireless buds can’t connect to, require no batteries, and can outlast Bluetooth buds by years. Turning attention to one of the leading manufacturers of in-ear monitors, Shure, we investigate what $99 USD gets you. The Shure SE215 is a popular […]
Read MoreLG recently announced the LG TONE Free T90Q, a pair of true wireless earbuds with active noise cancelling (ANC), Dolby head tracking, and an antibacterial UV case. The earbuds resemble a lot of other earbuds on the market at the same price point, so can the LG TONE Free T90Q stand out? We spent a […]
Read MoreThe Google Pixel Buds Pro vs the Sony WF-1000XM4 The Google Pixel Buds Pro is the most feature-packed headset Google has ever released, but also its most expensive. Starting at a hefty $200 USD, these earbuds compete directly with the best in the true wireless earbud market. The Sony WF-1000XM4 has long sat near the […]
Read MoreOnce you’ve tried multipoint connectivity on a pair of headphones, it’s hard to live without it. The convenience of being able to switch between devices seamlessly is a perk of Bluetooth technology. With many options to choose from, from headphones with active noise cancelling (ANC), to earbuds, to some more budget-friendly picks, we present some […]
Read MoreThe matte plastic touch sensors are pretty hard to miss. Maybe it’s just us, but it seems like every audio technology company under the sun is trying to come up with a competitor to Apple’s wildly popular AirPods Pro. Google recently came out with a pair of active noise cancelling (ANC) true wireless earbuds that […]
Read MoreWith headsets such as the Beyerdynamic DT 900 Pro X, the German audio company has come close to perfecting the craft of prosumer studio headphones. That said, the company has been noticeably absent from the massive true wireless earbud market, until now. With the Free BYRD, Beyerdynamic aims to bring top-tier sound quality to its […]
Read MoreGoogle gifted the Pixel Buds Pro with active noise cancelling (ANC), so now you can perform your usual productivity tasks while dampening the outside world. Conversely, if you’d rather invite the world in, the Pixel Buds Pro has a few Android-specific features, such as access to the Google Translate app and a transparency mode. Small […]
Read MoreSometimes good things do come in small packages, and the JLab GO Air POP is the company’s smallest true wireless earbuds to date. This is an easy sell to people who want to take their music anywhere. For only $20 USD, JLab packs in touch controls, dual connect, three EQ options, good battery life, a […]
Read MoreSure, you can do a quick search query and find a lot of inexpensive true wireless earbuds, but it can be hard to tell which ones are worth your time. For under $30 USD the updated Dime 2 has a lot to offer, if you don’t mind making concessions. We spent a week with the […]
Read MorePromising rugged durability, great sound, and tons of bonus features, the Sennheiser Sport True Wireless aims to beat the top dogs in the true wireless earbud fitness market. We’ve been impressed by other recent offerings in the Sennheiser lineup, including similar wireless earbuds such as the MOMENTUM True Wireless 3. At a relatively affordable price, […]
Read MoreWhen it comes to naming products, Skullcandy is, well, not great. The Skullcandy Grind True Wireless Earbuds is the sequel to the Skullcandy Grind Fuel, which is also still available for purchase. If that’s not confusing enough, you can find a whole host of other Skullcandy products carrying the Grind name, such as the Skullcandy […]
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