Features & OpinionsThis is the best AirPods Max alternative, according to poll resultsWe polled over 700 readers on what headphones they would buy instead of the AirPods Max, and here's what they said.
Chase BernathAugust 21, 2025Over-ear headphones features & opinions
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The argument behind the numbers: what our writers think the over-ear headphones industry is getting right, and where it keeps lying to you.
Features & OpinionsThis is the best AirPods Max alternative, according to poll resultsWe polled over 700 readers on what headphones they would buy instead of the AirPods Max, and here's what they said.Chase BernathAugust 21, 2025
Features & OpinionsWhy I always travel with both headphones and earbuds, and you should tooPacking both headphones and earbuds means you’re ready for anything travel throws your way.
Adam BirneyAugust 14, 2025
Features & OpinionsI uncovered a major issue with the Nothing Headphone (1)Nothing's worse than headphones that don't fit.
Tom TriggsAugust 12, 2025
VersusBose QuietComfort Headphones vs Sony WH-1000XM5Can't decide between the latest Bose and Sony cans? We've got you covered.
Christian ThomasAugust 5, 2025
Features & OpinionsPoll: What do you consider "cheap" headphones?What do people think are the normal price of headphones?
Jhaycee CalvezJuly 22, 2025
Features & OpinionsI'm never going back to touch controls after using the Nothing Headphone (1)#BringBackButtonsAdam BirneyJuly 15, 2025
Features & OpinionsThis one feature of the Nothing Headphone (1) proves Apple, Sony and Bose can do betterNothing proved water-resistant headphones are possible. What's everyone else's excuse?Adam BirneyJuly 12, 2025
Features & OpinionsWhat do all the Nothing Headphone (1)'s EQ presets sound like?Let's explore what's in store for you.Christian ThomasJuly 4, 2025
Features & OpinionsThe Skullcandy Crusher Evo 2 could turn heads with these featuresThere's no excuse for sloppy craftsmanship in 2025.Tom TriggsJuly 4, 2025
Features & OpinionsThe Sony WH-1000XM6 sounds better than the Apple AirPods Max, here's howWhile not a resounding victory, a victory nonetheless.Christian ThomasJune 5, 2025
Features & OpinionsWe asked, you told us: USB audio isn’t a dealbreakerOur readers weighed in on USB-C audio in headphones, and the results might surprise you.Adam BirneyMay 23, 2025
Features & OpinionsSony's new flagship headphones don't feel very future-proofSony fixed yesterday's problems while ignoring tomorrow's standards. At $450, shouldn't we expect both?Adam BirneyMay 20, 2025