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AptX Adaptive vs. aptX HD vs. LDAC: Which Bluetooth codec is the best?

If you're shopping for new wireless earbuds or headphones, listen up: The codecs these devices support affect everything from sound quality to battery life.
Woman wearing Technics EAH-AZ40 true wireless earbuds in silver.

The best Cyber Monday wireless earbuds deals for the audiophile in your life

Looking for the best sound at the best price? These Cyber Monday wireless earbuds deals will put a smile on your face without making a big dent in your wallet.
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Apple’s AirPods Max headphones are $100 off for Cyber Monday

Some of the best headphones around, the Apple AirPods Max are $100 off right now at Amazon but you'll need to be quick!
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Don’t miss your chance to get AirPods for $79 for Cyber Monday

The second generation of AirPods are super cheap at Amazon, but they likely won't stay that way past Cyber Monday.
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Bose Black Friday deals: Save on headphones and speakers

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6 wireless earbuds that have never been cheaper than Black Friday

If you've been patiently waiting for a great deal on wireless earbuds, you made the right call: these awesome buds are at an all-time low price.
Master & Dynamic MW08 Sport true wireless earbuds.

Grab this incredible Master & Dynamic wireless earbud Black Friday deal before Amazon takes it down

Master & Dynamic's MW08 Sport are somehow down to $120 -- 66% off their regular $349 price for Black Friday. Don't wait. This has to be a mistake.
WT2 Edge wireless translator earbuds in business meeting to talk.

Timekettle’s real-time translator earbuds are the best kind of practical gift

Timekettle offers wireless translator earbuds, like the WT2 Edge and M3 that provide real-time language translations in over 40 languages and over 90 accents.
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What is aptX? Cutting through the clutter of Qualcomm’s codecs

The world of Bluetooth codecs can be a swamp of confusing technical jargon, especially when it comes to Qualcomm's aptX family. Here's what you need to know.
Woman wearing Bose Sport Earbuds.

Bose’s AirPods Pro alternative just got a massive discount

Save $50 on the Bose Sport Earbuds and enjoy a snug fit and great sound quality while you work out, all thanks to Walmart.
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Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II will get lossless, Snapdragon Sound in 2023

Bose had a surprise announcement at this year's Qualcomm Snapdragon Summit: it will be adding aptX Adaptive and lossless codecs to its QuietComfort Earbuds II.
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How to change the eartips of the Google Pixel Buds Pro

If your Pixel Buds Pro eartips are too loose or dirty, it's recommended to change them for the best listening experience. Here's how to get started.
Audio-Technica ATH-TWX9 earbuds in charging case.

Audio-Technica’s new flagship earbuds sanitize themselves after every use

Audio-Technica's new flagship earbuds, the ATH-TWX9, borrow a little trick from LG: they use UV light to sanitize the buds between uses.
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MQair is the new hi-res Bluetooth audio codec for fans of MQA

MQair is a new Bluetooth codec custom-made for streaming audio in the MQA format. It was developed by Bob Stuart of Meridian Audio fame.
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A Canadian grocery store is selling second-gen AirPods for just $89

A discount grocery chain in Ontario, Canada just became the best place to buy Apple's iconic AirPods.
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Monoprice Sync-ANC review: good sound, with some cut corners

The Monoprice Sync-ANC fall flat when canceling noise, yet otherwise sound good, making these cheaper cans more about the sounds you actually want to hear.
HP Hearing Pro by Nuheara.

HP is now in the OTC hearing aid game, powered by Nuheara

The HP Hearing Pro are a new set of over-the-counter hearing aids designed by Australian hearables company, Nuheara.
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Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 get Bluetooth multipoint and hi-res audio

Sennheiser has released a firmware update that gives the earbuds a key feature they lacked at launch: the ability to connect with two devices simultaneously.
Audio-Technica ATH-WB2022 wireless headphones.

Audio-Technica’s $2,700 wooden wireless headphones do something no other headphones can do

Audio-Technica has released a very limited edition set of wireless headphones that claim to be the first to offer a balanced stereo experience.
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Bowers & Wilkins Px8 review: pure headphone luxury

If you can stomach the price, the Bowers & Wilkins Px8 sound terrific and are some of the most luxurious and comfortable wireless headphones in the world.
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Today’s best deals: Get a 75-inch TV for $580, and more

The Samsung 75-inch TU690T Series 4K TV for $580 and the Dell G16 gaming laptop for $1,350 are just some of the best tech deals now from Best Buy and Dell.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro problems and how to solve them

Most earbud problems are solvable with easy fixes. That's why we rounded up the most common Galaxy Buds 2 Pro problems along with simple solutions.
A man wearing the Sony WH-1000XM4 wireless headphones.

13 things to consider when buying headphones for someone else

So someone on your holiday gift list has asked for new headphones. Now what? Don't worry, we'll tell you exactly what to look for (and what to avoid).
1More Aero wireless earbuds.

1More Aero review: head-tracking spatial audio at a wallet-friendly price

1More's Aero are packed with features, including one that isn't normally found on budget earbud: head-tracking spatial audio.
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Sony is finally adding multipoint to its earbuds

Sony announced that it will update its flagship wireless earbuds with Bluetooth Multipoint, a feature that has been absent until now.
Bose Sport Open Earbuds

Bose kills off its Sport Open Earbuds as new players enter the category

Bose is pulling the plug on its innovative open-style Sport Open Earbuds, with the remainder of its inventory now deeply discounted.
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These Audio-Technica studio headphones are on sale at Amazon

The Audio-Technica ATH-M30x are studio monitor headphones, now down from $109 to $79 for a total savings of $30 at Amazon. Enjoy their flexible earcups now!
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Does the Apple iPad (2022) have a headphone jack?

Apple iPad (2022) has tons of cool features to please everyone, but what about music lovers? Does the tablet have a headphone jack?
Close-up of Bowers & Wilkins Px8 007 Edition wireless headphones.

James Bond fans, these are your next headphones

Bowers & Wilkins, the famed British audio brand, has partnered with the even more famous James Bond film franchise for a special set of 007 headphones.
Apple AirPods Pro 2 seen with ear tip removed.

Can you use AirPods Pro without eartips? The answer may surprise you

Can you use Apple's AirPods Pro without the eartips, and if you did, what would happen? We have all the answers.
KEF Mu7 wireless noise-canceling headphones.

KEF takes a swing at Bose, Sony, and Sennheiser with its first wireless ANC headphones

KEF might be best known for its superb speakers, but the British audio company is now entering Sony and Bose's wireless headphone turf with its first ANC cans.
V-Moda Crossfade 3 Wireless.

V-Moda Crossfade 3 Wireless review: Great cans leave you wanting more

V-Moda's third-gen Crossfade 3 Wireless headphones make almost no changes to the original formula, but that might not be such a good thing.
Apple AirPods Pro 2 inside their charging case, near iPhone 14.

How to customize your AirPods Pro 2 controls for the perfect buds

Do you own the AirPods Pro 2? Did you know that you can have one bud handle noise-canceling while the other conjures Siri? Read on to learn how to customize.
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The best AirPods Pro 2 tips and tricks you need to know now

Missing out on a little-known AirPods Pro 2 feature? Not anymore! We rounded up the best tips and tricks so you can make the most out of your new earbuds.