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Apple
fromZDNET
1 day ago

Do Apple's new AirPods Max 2 beat the Airpods Pro 3? I've tried both, here's my take

AirPods Max 2 are ideal for Apple power users, while AirPods Pro 3 suit iPhone users better.
Apple
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

The AirPods Max 2 are better on the inside

AirPods Max 2 offer significant sound improvements but retain many design flaws from the original model.
Apple
fromEngadget
4 days ago

Apple AirPods Max 2 review: Better late than never

AirPods Max 2 features significant upgrades, including the H2 chip, bringing them in line with AirPods Pro 3 and enhancing audio capabilities.
Apple
fromgizmodo.com
4 days ago

AirPods Max 2 Review: Still Ridiculously Expensive and Ridiculously Nice

AirPods Max 2 offers improved active noise cancellation and sound quality, but maintains the same design and price as the original model.
Apple
fromZDNET
4 days ago

I replaced my Sony WH-1000XM6 with the AirPods Max 2 for a week - and didn't miss a beat

AirPods Max 2 retains the same design and features as the first generation, offering no significant upgrades for existing users.
Apple
fromZDNET
1 day ago

Do Apple's new AirPods Max 2 beat the Airpods Pro 3? I've tried both, here's my take

AirPods Max 2 are ideal for Apple power users, while AirPods Pro 3 suit iPhone users better.
Apple
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

The AirPods Max 2 are better on the inside

AirPods Max 2 offer significant sound improvements but retain many design flaws from the original model.
Apple
fromEngadget
4 days ago

Apple AirPods Max 2 review: Better late than never

AirPods Max 2 features significant upgrades, including the H2 chip, bringing them in line with AirPods Pro 3 and enhancing audio capabilities.
Apple
fromgizmodo.com
4 days ago

AirPods Max 2 Review: Still Ridiculously Expensive and Ridiculously Nice

AirPods Max 2 offers improved active noise cancellation and sound quality, but maintains the same design and price as the original model.
Apple
fromZDNET
4 days ago

I replaced my Sony WH-1000XM6 with the AirPods Max 2 for a week - and didn't miss a beat

AirPods Max 2 retains the same design and features as the first generation, offering no significant upgrades for existing users.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
5 hours ago

I've Been Testing the New Sonos Play for Weeks. It's My New Favorite

Sonos' new speaker, the Play, offers exceptional sound quality, versatility, and improved connectivity, making it potentially the best model in their lineup.
#samsung
Wearables
fromGadgets 360
2 days ago

Samsung Galaxy 'Able' Reportedly Spotted in App, May Not Be Earphones

Samsung is likely launching a new accessibility-focused model called Galaxy Buds Able, indicated by its unique naming and model number.
Wearables
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Samsung's new app claims to alleviate motion sickness using sound

Samsung's Hearapy app claims to reduce motion sickness symptoms using sound through headphones.
Wearables
fromZDNET
5 days ago

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro vs. Galaxy Buds 3 Pro: I tried both - here's who should upgrade

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro feature a refined design, improved sound quality, and enhanced ANC performance, making them a strong competitor in the earbuds market.
Wearables
fromGadgets 360
2 days ago

Samsung Galaxy 'Able' Reportedly Spotted in App, May Not Be Earphones

Samsung is likely launching a new accessibility-focused model called Galaxy Buds Able, indicated by its unique naming and model number.
Wearables
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Samsung's new app claims to alleviate motion sickness using sound

Samsung's Hearapy app claims to reduce motion sickness symptoms using sound through headphones.
Wearables
fromZDNET
5 days ago

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro vs. Galaxy Buds 3 Pro: I tried both - here's who should upgrade

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro feature a refined design, improved sound quality, and enhanced ANC performance, making them a strong competitor in the earbuds market.
Music production
fromZDNET
3 days ago

I used Apple Music's new AI tool to break out of my music rut - and it worked

Playlist Playground in iOS 26.4 allows users to create AI-generated playlists from prompts, offering a quick but sometimes inconsistent experience.
Apple
fromgizmodo.com
1 day ago

AirPods Max 2 vs. Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen): Which ANC Headphones Win?

Over-ear wireless headphones like AirPods Max 2 and Bose QuietComfort Ultra offer excellent sound and noise cancellation, but differ significantly in design and weight.
#wireless-earbuds
Wearables
fromZDNET
3 days ago

AirPods Pro 3 vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro: Why I'm looking past brand ecosystems now

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro and Apple AirPods Pro 3 are top contenders in the premium wireless earbuds market, each with unique strengths.
fromZDNET
1 month ago
Gadgets

Sony WF-1000XM6 vs. Apple AirPods Pro 3: I listened to both earbuds, and this pair wins

fromKotaku
2 months ago
Gadgets

Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE (2025) Drops to All-Time Low With Its First Cut of the Year While AirPods Go Back to Near Full Price - Kotaku

fromKotaku
2 months ago
Apple

AirPods 4 With ANC Carry the Biggest Discount in Apple's Earbuds Lineup, Now at Its Lowest Price of the Year - Kotaku

Wearables
fromZDNET
3 days ago

AirPods Pro 3 vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro: Why I'm looking past brand ecosystems now

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro and Apple AirPods Pro 3 are top contenders in the premium wireless earbuds market, each with unique strengths.
fromZDNET
1 month ago
Gadgets

Sony WF-1000XM6 vs. Apple AirPods Pro 3: I listened to both earbuds, and this pair wins

fromKotaku
2 months ago
Gadgets

Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE (2025) Drops to All-Time Low With Its First Cut of the Year While AirPods Go Back to Near Full Price - Kotaku

fromKotaku
2 months ago
Apple

AirPods 4 With ANC Carry the Biggest Discount in Apple's Earbuds Lineup, Now at Its Lowest Price of the Year - Kotaku

Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
2 days ago

Apple's AirTag 2 gets an improvement for its anti-stalking feature

Apple's second-generation AirTag receives a firmware update to version 3.0.45, enhancing anti-stalking features and improving unwanted tracking sound.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
3 days ago

WiiM's Amplifiers, Preamplifiers, and Speakers Make Audio Streaming Throughout Your Home a Breeze

WiiM has emerged as a leading alternative to Sonos in whole-home audio systems.
Wearables
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

How the Apple Watch defined modern health tech

The Apple Watch Series 4 revolutionized health tech with FDA-cleared atrial fibrillation detection, influencing the development of advanced consumer health wearables.
fromGSMArena.com
3 days ago

This case adds a Lightning port to the Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Ken Pillonel, a freelance hardware prototyping consultant, designed a case that adds a Lightning port to the iPhone 17 Pro, allowing users to charge with existing Lightning cables.
Mobile UX
#apple
Apple
fromEngadget
3 days ago

What to expect from WWDC 2026

Apple is set to unveil a revamped Siri at WWDC 2026, focusing on stability and AI improvements across its operating systems.
Apple
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Apple at 50: The tech giant's best, worst, and weirdest ideas

Apple, founded in 1976, revolutionized personal computing with innovative products like the iPod, iPhone, and App Store, despite facing challenges and misfires.
Apple
fromMail Online
4 days ago

Apple quietly discontinues popular product after nearly 20 years

Apple has discontinued the Mac Pro line after nearly 20 years, marking the end of an era for the iconic product.
Apple
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Apple's best product ever

Apple's 50th anniversary was marked by ranking its 50 best products based on over 1.6 million votes.
Apple
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Engadget Podcast: How Apple keeps redefining personal computing at 50

Apple remains committed to personal computing as it celebrates its 50th anniversary.
Apple
fromComputerworld
2 days ago

Apple - 50 years in fifteen minutes

Apple's history is marked by key inflection points that shaped its influence and approach to technology and marketing.
Apple
fromEngadget
3 days ago

What to expect from WWDC 2026

Apple is set to unveil a revamped Siri at WWDC 2026, focusing on stability and AI improvements across its operating systems.
Apple
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Apple at 50: The tech giant's best, worst, and weirdest ideas

Apple, founded in 1976, revolutionized personal computing with innovative products like the iPod, iPhone, and App Store, despite facing challenges and misfires.
Apple
fromMail Online
4 days ago

Apple quietly discontinues popular product after nearly 20 years

Apple has discontinued the Mac Pro line after nearly 20 years, marking the end of an era for the iconic product.
Wearables
fromGadgets 360
5 days ago

Noise Master Buds 2 Review

Noise Master Buds 2 aims to establish a premium presence in the TWS market, featuring a refined design and partnership with Bose.
Wearables
fromGadgets 360
3 days ago

Nothing Could Launch AI Smart Glasses, New Earbuds in Expansion Push

Nothing is developing AI-powered smart glasses and earbuds, focusing on personalized experiences rather than full augmented reality capabilities.
Apple
fromwww.wired.com
21 hours ago

Our Favorite iPad Is $50 Off

The 2025 11-inch iPad offers significant upgrades at a discounted price, making it ideal for casual use like streaming and web browsing.
Wearables
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Nothing's AI devices plan reportedly contains smart glasses and earbuds | TechCrunch

Nothing is set to release smart glasses next year, featuring AI capabilities and a multi-device strategy beyond smartphones.
#samsung-galaxy-buds-4-pro
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

The Galaxy Buds 4 Pro have improved, but still rely on the Galaxy ecosystem

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro offer improved sound and noise cancellation but require a Galaxy phone to access full functionality including hi-res audio and advanced features.
Wearables
fromZDNET
6 days ago

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro vs. Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2: I tested both, and here's the winner

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro and Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 are closely matched in performance and features, appealing to different user preferences.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

The Galaxy Buds 4 Pro have improved, but still rely on the Galaxy ecosystem

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro offer improved sound and noise cancellation but require a Galaxy phone to access full functionality including hi-res audio and advanced features.
Wearables
fromZDNET
6 days ago

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro vs. Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2: I tested both, and here's the winner

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro and Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 are closely matched in performance and features, appealing to different user preferences.
Wearables
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Sony's WH-1000XM5 headphones are a whopping 39 percent off

Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones are on sale for $243, a significant discount from their original price of $399.
#siri
Apple
fromtechsciencetoday
2 days ago

Next Major iOS Update for iPhone Expected to Bring Crucial Change

iOS 27 will significantly upgrade Siri, enabling multitasking and improved context understanding with modern AI models.
fromTechRepublic
3 days ago
Apple

Apple Prepares Siri for Multi-Step AI Requests in iOS 27

Apple is developing a Siri upgrade to handle multiple requests in one command, enhancing its functionality in iOS 27.
Apple
fromtechsciencetoday
2 days ago

Next Major iOS Update for iPhone Expected to Bring Crucial Change

iOS 27 will significantly upgrade Siri, enabling multitasking and improved context understanding with modern AI models.
Apple
fromTechRepublic
3 days ago

Apple Prepares Siri for Multi-Step AI Requests in iOS 27

Apple is developing a Siri upgrade to handle multiple requests in one command, enhancing its functionality in iOS 27.
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

The Pixel Buds Pro 2 are some of the best wireless earbuds $170 can buy

The Pixel Buds Pro 2 were everything I wanted in a successor. They're even smaller and have a silicone ear fin to ensure a snug fit, but their upgraded features - better sound quality, active noise cancellation, and transparency mode - hang with the best of them.
Gadgets
fromEngadget
2 days ago

Apple's controversial Fitness VP Jay Blahnik is retiring

Approximately 10 out of the 100 employees under his leadership had reportedly sought extended leaves of absence for mental health concerns since 2022.
Apple
Wearables
fromWIRED
6 days ago

I've Tested Over 100 Pairs of Noise-Canceling Buds, and These Are My Favorite

Active noise canceling uses technology to suppress environmental sounds by generating opposite sound waves.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

JBL's latest headphones offer an Auracast loophole Apple won't be happy about

JBL Live 780NC headphones feature Auracast support accessible through the JBL app, enabling iPhone users to access broadcasts that would otherwise be unavailable on iOS devices.
Apple
fromWIRED
2 days ago

Don't Forget About the iPad Air in the Hubbub Over the MacBook Neo

The iPad Air remains a powerful and enjoyable tablet, despite competition from the iPad Pro and MacBook Neo.
#airpods-pro-3
fromZDNET
4 days ago
Apple

AirPods Pro 3 vs. Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2: I listened to both, and there's a sonic difference

Apple
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

Apple AirPods Pro 3 review: I didn't think earbuds could pull off immersive ANC like this

Apple's AirPods Pro 3 represent a significant upgrade with major improvements in sound quality, active noise cancellation, and new features while maintaining the product's core appeal.
Apple
fromZDNET
4 days ago

AirPods Pro 3 vs. Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2: I listened to both, and there's a sonic difference

AirPods Pro 3 are ideal for Apple users seeking advanced features and fitness tracking capabilities.
Apple
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

Apple AirPods Pro 3 review: I didn't think earbuds could pull off immersive ANC like this

Apple's AirPods Pro 3 represent a significant upgrade with major improvements in sound quality, active noise cancellation, and new features while maintaining the product's core appeal.
Wearables
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

I tried Apple's noise-canceling AirPods 4 for the first time. I felt like a scared Victorian child.

Noise-cancelling headphones provide a transformative auditory experience, drastically reducing surrounding noise and altering perception of sound environments.
#bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds
Wearables
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago

Bose just gave me a compelling reason to put my AirPods Pro away for good

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2nd Gen deliver incremental but meaningful improvements including essential missing features, enhanced comfort design, and reliable fit despite larger aesthetics, while maintaining the original price point.
Wearables
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago

Bose just gave me a compelling reason to put my AirPods Pro away for good

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2nd Gen deliver incremental but meaningful improvements including essential missing features, enhanced comfort design, and reliable fit despite larger aesthetics, while maintaining the original price point.
Wearables
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

Samsung's Top Earbuds Are a Real AirPods Pro Competitor

Samsung's latest Galaxy Buds Pro closely match AirPods Pro quality with excellent sound, noise canceling, and seamless Samsung device integration, though battery life and control responsiveness lag slightly.
Apple
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

MacBook Neo review: the budget Apple laptop powered by an iPhone chip

Apple's new MacBook Neo offers high-quality features at a lower price, challenging the PC industry with its A18 Pro chip.
Wearables
fromGadgets 360
2 weeks ago

Powerbeats Pro 2 Nike Edition Launched in India With Apple's H2 Chip, ANC

Beats and Nike launched special-edition Powerbeats Pro 2 earbuds with dual branding, priced at Rs. 29,900 in India, available March 20 globally with workout-focused features including secure-fit earhooks, water resistance, and fitness tracking.
Apple
fromGSMArena.com
4 days ago

Apple seeds first iOS 26.5 beta to developers

Apple has released the first developer beta of iOS 26.5 with minor changes and bug fixes, alongside updates for other operating systems.
Wearables
fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

AO rivals tech giants Apple & Sony with first noise-cancelling earbuds

AO's affordable noise cancelling earbuds effectively block background noise up to 35 decibels with 32-hour battery life, performing well for commuting despite occasional struggles in wind and bumpy transport.
Apple
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

For $200 more, you can get a MacBook Air

The MacBook Air was pivotal in shaping modern laptops despite initial skepticism and high price.
#powerbeats-pro-2
Wearables
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago

Apple and Nike team up for a new Powerbeats Pro 2 colorway

Apple and Nike launch Powerbeats Pro 2 Nike Special Edition with electric yellow-green Volt colorway and distinctive charging case design at $250.
fromKotaku
1 month ago
Gadgets

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 Is Back at Its Black Friday Price as Apple Goes All-In on ANC Sports Earbuds - Kotaku

Wearables
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago

Apple and Nike team up for a new Powerbeats Pro 2 colorway

Apple and Nike launch Powerbeats Pro 2 Nike Special Edition with electric yellow-green Volt colorway and distinctive charging case design at $250.
fromKotaku
1 month ago
Gadgets

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 Is Back at Its Black Friday Price as Apple Goes All-In on ANC Sports Earbuds - Kotaku

Apple
fromWIRED
1 week ago

How to Use Apple's Live Translation on Your AirPods

Live Translation feature in AirPods enables instant language translation through Apple devices, enhancing communication during calls and travel.
#airpods-max
Apple
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago

The Morning After: Apple's surprise AirPods Max refresh

Apple released updated AirPods Max with an H2 chip, featuring 50% improved noise cancellation, Adaptive Audio, and Live Translation support, maintaining the $549 price point.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 weeks ago
Apple

Apple Gave AirPods Max a Brain Transplant After 5 Years (Same Design, New Chipset) - Yanko Design

Apple upgraded AirPods Max with the H2 chip, bringing Adaptive Audio, improved ANC, and lossless audio support while maintaining the original design and $549 price point.
fromThe Verge
2 months ago
Apple

Apple's luxe AirPods Max have dropped to one of their lowest prices ever

AirPods Max with USB-C are on sale at Best Buy for $429.99 through January 27, offering premium materials, Apple integration, and lossless-capable audio features.
Apple
fromwww.wired.com
2 weeks ago

The Original AirPods Max Are $100 Off

Apple AirPods Max original model available at Best Buy for $450, offering $100 discount with minimal improvements over five years despite AirPods Max 2 release.
Apple
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago

The Morning After: Apple's surprise AirPods Max refresh

Apple released updated AirPods Max with an H2 chip, featuring 50% improved noise cancellation, Adaptive Audio, and Live Translation support, maintaining the $549 price point.
Apple
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 weeks ago

Apple Gave AirPods Max a Brain Transplant After 5 Years (Same Design, New Chipset) - Yanko Design

Apple upgraded AirPods Max with the H2 chip, bringing Adaptive Audio, improved ANC, and lossless audio support while maintaining the original design and $549 price point.
fromZDNET
2 months ago

I have no problem ditching my AirPods for these earbuds - especially at this affordable price

While the dial is still present, it isn't functional and is only present as a signature CMF design element. The absence of the Smart Dial feature doesn't bother me since I seldom used it on the Pro model. The overall case build has a textured but slightly slippery finish. I've dropped it a couple of times because it keeps slipping out of my hands, but I haven't noticed any wear and tear due to my accidental drops.
Gadgets
Apple
fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

Fans BLAST Apple for its 'expensive' $549 AirPods Max 2

Apple's AirPods Max 2 offer improved noise cancellation and audio quality at £499, but face widespread criticism for high pricing and lack of significant design changes.
Gadgets
fromKotaku
2 months ago

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) Launched Pricier Than AirPods Pro 3, Now Match Their Price After a Drop - Kotaku

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds deliver top-tier noise cancellation, immersive sound, and all-day comfort, now available for $250 on Amazon for a limited time.
fromEsquire
2 weeks ago

This $10 Gadget Will (Finally) Clean the Gunk out of Your Earbuds

According to Apple, you should use micellar water with PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, distilled water, a soft-bristled children's toothbrush, two small cups, and a paper towel. Fortunately, Apple also suggests something much simpler: an AirPods cleaning kit. The AirPods maker points customers to the Belkin AirPods Cleaning Kit.
Apple
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Subtle releases ear buds with its noise cancelation models | TechCrunch

We are seeing that there is a huge move towards voice as a new interface that a lot of folks are adopting. You can do much more with voice in a natural way than with a keyboard. However, we saw that voice is rarely an interface people use when others are around. So that using our noise isolation model, we will give consumers a way to experience a voice interface in the form of our earbuds,
Gadgets
Apple
fromConsequence
3 weeks ago

Best AirPods Deals for March 2026: Save on AirPods 4, Pro 3, Max

Apple AirPods are currently available at significant discounts, with AirPods 4 at $99 and AirPods Max reduced by $120, offering various price points for different audio needs.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Why I'm not buying 'AI earbuds' until they have these 3 specific upgrades

AI earbuds currently lack essential hardware and features—on-device AI, integrated Wi‑Fi, and smarter noise reduction—to become independent, intelligent devices.
fromWIRED
1 month ago

I Have Fallen in Love With Open Earbuds (and You Should Too)

They're called open earbuds (or open-ear buds, depending on the brand), and just about every audio brand has a pair (or three). They come in a slew of styles, but most either loop around your ears like older Beats buds, or clip on like funky-futuristic earrings. Whatever the style, they're designed to deliver satisfying sound while keeping your ear canals open to the sounds of the world around you.
Gadgets
#airpods-4
Apple
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Apple's cheapest AirPods have hit $89

Apple's AirPods 4 are on sale at significant discounts, with standard models at $89 and active noise-cancellation models at $119, offering improved sound quality and durability for budget-conscious buyers.
Apple
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Apple's cheapest AirPods have hit $89

Apple's AirPods 4 are on sale at significant discounts, with standard models at $89 and active noise-cancellation models at $119, offering improved sound quality and durability for budget-conscious buyers.
Apple
fromZDNET
1 month ago

Why I still recommend the AirPods Pro 2 in 2026 - especially at this price

AirPods Pro 2 remain a viable 2026 purchase due to shared H2-chip software features, strong noise cancellation, and significant discounts compared with Pro 3.
Apple
fromEsquire
2 months ago

Apple's Newest AirPods Are 20% Off-Their Lowest Price Ever

AirPods Pro 3 deliver industry-leading active noise cancellation, excellent sound quality, health sensors, live translation, and are currently discounted to $200.
#airpods
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