Earbuds features & opinions
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The argument behind the numbers: what our writers think the earbuds industry is getting right, and where it keeps lying to you.
Features & OpinionsDear Apple: The shape of AirPods wasn't the issueIt's time to stop.Christian Thomas · 10mo ago
Features & OpinionsThe AirPods Pro 3 have the best noise canceling of any earbudsWe put the new AirPods Pro 3 through our testing lab, and the results surprised us. These really are the best ANC earbuds you can buy.Chase Bernath · 10mo ago
Features & OpinionsJust because the AirPods Pro 3 have a heart rate sensor doesn't mean you should ditch your smartwatch just yetApple's hyping heart rate monitoring in AirPods Pro 3, but real-world data suggests keeping that smartwatch handy.Adam Birney · 11mo ago
Features & OpinionsApple's AirPods Pro 3 Live Translation has a sharing problemReal-time translation sounds revolutionary, but it's still limited to one-way conversations.Adam Birney · 11mo ago
Features & OpinionsDecoding Apple's marketing jargon on the AirPods Pro 3What does 'awe-dropping' actually mean? Spoiler: nothingJhaycee Calvez · 11mo ago
Features & OpinionsWe asked, you told us: All wireless earbuds should have replaceable batteriesA majority of poll respondents want to see more replaceable batteries in audio products.Adam Birney · 11mo ago
Features & OpinionsThese new features make the AirPods Pro 3 an instant purchase for meAre these the new wireless earbud champion?Chase Bernath · 11mo ago
Features & OpinionsThis is the biggest reason to upgrade to the AirPods Pro 3Fit is key. Are foam-infused ear tips the AirPods Pro 3’s new secret weapon?Dave Carr · 11mo ago
Features & OpinionsSoundcore, please bring this feature back to earbudsEarbud cases don’t need flashy screens or gimmicks. One of the most useful features I’ve tested is way simpler: a built-in phone stand.Adam Birney · 11mo ago
Features & OpinionsThe Pixel Buds 2a are (barely) better than the Buds Pro 2, according to poll resultsWe asked, you told us: The Pixel Buds 2a are the better buy.Chase Bernath · 11mo ago
Features & OpinionsThe Pixel Buds 2a have one feature every true wireless earbud should haveThe Pixel Buds 2a's replaceable case battery is just the beginning of what the wireless earbud industry desperately needs.Adam Birney · 11mo ago
Features & OpinionsGoogle just took a huge L with their wired headphone hot takeAs a wired headphone user, Google's SubwayTakes collab was peak Big Tech hypocrisy.Adam Birney · 11mo agoMore earbuds coverage