Audio technology features & opinions

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The argument behind the numbers: what our writers think the audio technology industry is getting right, and where it keeps lying to you.

Features & OpinionsHUAWEI is making a play for headphone dominance despite US sanctionsNever underestimate the enormous purchasing power of China's 1.4 billion citizens.

Tom TriggsJuly 31, 2024

Features & OpinionsWhy Reaper is still my go-to DAW after many yearsPatience reaps the greatest rewards.

Tom TriggsJuly 18, 2024

Features & OpinionsSamsung Galaxy AI's Interpreter has one significant shortcoming with the Galaxy Buds3 ProThe Galaxy Buds3 Pro leave one ear out when Samsung's Interpreter tackles two languages.

Adam BirneyJuly 17, 2024

Tom TriggsJuly 17, 2024

Features & OpinionsThe Galaxy Buds3 Pro's Siren Detect feature is completely redundantWhat good is detecting sirens when the noise canceling can't block them in the first place?

Adam BirneyJuly 17, 2024

Tom TriggsJuly 10, 2024

Features & OpinionsEco-friendly earbuds are here, but is the industry ready to listen?Great sound and sustainability can go hand in hand.

Adam BirneyJune 26, 2024

Features & OpinionsWhat is the Knowles Curve?Meet the new curve on the block

Features & OpinionsHUAWEI FreeBuds 5i are a comfortable AirPods Pro-style outcast you shouldn't overlookHUAWEI may be shunned in the US, but it still makes excellent products.

Tom TriggsFebruary 24, 2024

Features & OpinionsYou told us: Most of you don't use Spatial AudioSpatial audio hasn't won everyone over, despite its appeal in games and films.

Adam BirneyFebruary 5, 2024

Features & OpinionsOur favorites from NAMM 2024New headphones, microphones, and more.

Chase BernathJanuary 28, 2024

Features & OpinionsHeadphones and earbuds set to change dramatically by 2025Buckle up, the next couple years are going to be big for audio.

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