Wireless earbuds features & opinions

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

Features & OpinionsThese are the first settings I change when I get new AirPodsYou have to set up your AirPods right to get the most out of them.

Chase BernathMarch 19, 2025

VersusSony WF-1000XM5 vs Sony WF-1000XM4Sony made the WF-1000XM5 smaller and lighter, but are they better?

Lil KatzMarch 7, 2025

Features & OpinionsBuyer beware of this Powerbeats Pro 2 sound quality issueWe tested the Powerbeats Pro 2 and found a problem.

Features & Opinions5 Reasons not to buy Bluetooth headphonesWe fixed what wasn't broken, and now it's worse.

Features & OpinionsThe PowerBeats Pro 2 have one major flawApple's $249 workout earbuds force an impossible choice that renders their headline feature useless.

Adam BirneyFebruary 28, 2025

Features & OpinionsSony's new earbuds just leaked, and there's a new design to look forward toThe newest wireless earbuds from Sony might come in a striking transparent color option, according to these leaks.

Chase BernathFebruary 22, 2025

VersusSony WF-1000XM5 vs Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 ProBoth small, both mighty, but which are the best for noise canceling?

Jasper LastoriaFebruary 5, 2025

VersusSony WF-1000XM5 vs Google Pixel Buds ProTwo great options for Android users looking for earbuds, but what explains the $100 difference in price?

Features & OpinionsThe one thing AirPods do that others can'tTune in and tune out with Adaptive Audio.

Lil KatzDecember 6, 2024

Lil KatzNovember 8, 2024

Jasper LastoriaNovember 5, 2024

Features & OpinionsDon't settle for the Pixel Buds Pro sale, get the Pixel Buds Pro 2Hold your horses! Getting something on sale doesn't mean it's a good value.

Lil KatzOctober 7, 2024

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