The second pair of open earbuds with Bose tech are coming, but not from Bose By Carrie Marshall published 22 April 25 A new report says that Motorola is preparing to launch its first pair of open-ear headphones, and a smartwatch too
Earfun unveils an upgraded version of some great cheap noise-cancelling headphones — and some open earbuds that look like a total bargain By Carrie Marshall published 5 January 26 Seriously good value clip-style earbuds and over-ear headphones, from a big name in budget audio
This new limited-edition Hatsune Miku collab might be the cutest Audio-Technica headset yet By Dashiell Wood published 21 August 25 This limited edition Hatsune Miku Audio-Technica headset proves that audiophile gear doesn't have to be ugly.
Fender just released its first headphones and Bluetooth speakers, but I feel like it forgot something Marshall and Orange knew By Tom Bedford published 6 January 26 Fender-branded consumer products are finally here, as of CES 2026, but they miss a key ingredient.
Moto just revealed super-cheap wireless earbuds with surprisingly beefy driver and Hi-Res Audio certification By Becky Scarrott published 7 November 25 Grime music fan? You might want to check out Moto Buds Bass
Nothing confirms that its first over-ear headphones will be unveiled next month, alongside the Nothing Phone (3) By Matt Bolton published 5 June 25 Nothing Headphone (1) is confirmed to arrive on July 1, but no word on the KEF partnership
Suunto's new waterproof headphones can store 8,000 songs and use AI to help improve your swim stroke By Stephen Warwick published 7 January 25 The Suunto Aqua could be the new waterproof bone conduction headphones you've been looking for.
I don’t care what Google says, wired headphones sound better, are more planet-friendly and (as this USB-C set proves) look better too By Becky Scarrott published 25 August 25 As if to hit back at Google’s lengthy dunk on wired headphones, the most beautiful USB-C pair of cans I’ve ever seen just landed in my inbox – for $68
CMF by Nothing's first headphones bring noise cancellation, a cool design, and a unique 'Energy Slider' all for an impressive price By Carrie Marshall published 29 September 25 The new CMF Headphone Pro ANC headphones feature a modular design, tactile controls and hi-res audio
These new clip open earbuds cost just $50 at launch, and come from one of the best budget earbuds makers – who needs Black Friday? By Carrie Marshall, Carrie Marshall published 12 November 25 Soundpeats' new Clip1 are incredibly affordable anyway for headphones with hi-res specs, and are going in hard at launch
Nothing is making over-the-ear headphones and they might be better (and cheaper) than AirPods Max By Lance Ulanoff published 16 May 25 Setting a hi-fi bar
Sennheiser launches AirPods-like open earbuds, and if they're as good as the rest of its Accentum headphones, they'll be a bargain By Carrie Marshall, Carrie Marshall published 14 April 25 The Accentum Open are lightweight, open earbuds with an attractively low price and a slim case design
Get ready to brag that your Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones use the same tech as the headsets NFL coaches are wearing By Jacob Krol published 14 July 25 Put the headset in, coach!
The impressive Beats Pill portable speaker is landing in two gorgeous new colors, ready for summer By Jacob Krol published 28 April 25 Blush Pink and Navy Blue join the three existing shades
Fairphone’s sustainable, repairable noise-cancelling headphones are finally coming to the US. Here’s why you should pay attention By Carrie Marshall published 6 November 25 These headphones are built to be better for the environment and for your conscience too
Soundpeats' new earbuds are a super-cheap and stylish alternative to the Bose Ultra Open By Carrie Marshall published 9 January 25 These super-cheap earbuds are even cheaper if you order now: an early-bird offer makes them one tenth of the Bose alternative's price.
Beyerdynamic unveils a tuneful trio of over- and open-ear headphones, including refreshingly affordable earbuds By Carrie Marshall published 8 September 25 Beyerdynamic launches new over-ear headphones and two pairs of stylish open-ears
JBL is going all-in on open earbuds at CES 2026: meet the firm’s 3 new open-fit options By Becky Scarrott published 5 January 26 JBL really wants to keep your ear canals free of intrusion in 2026 – and the Soundgear Clips, Sense Pro and Sense Lite prove it.
The AirPods backpack is very odd, and I love it By Carrie Marshall published 24 July 25 Bravest Studio's backpack is inspired by Apple's AirPods
Is Sony looking to end XM4 vs XM5 vs XM6 confusion with new ‘1000X The Collexion’ headphones? By Becky Scarrott published 6 August 25 Sony ‘1000X The Collexion’ trademark spotted and if Sony thinks I’m buying ‘Collexion’ headphones, it can think again
Anker Soundcore unveils open earbuds that can adapt to be ear-sealing ANC buds too — is this the best of both audio worlds? By Carrie Marshall published 5 January 26 Anker's new adaptable earbuds are tiny transformers
Bang & Olufsen unveils beautiful ANC wireless earbuds that are the prettiest I've seen for years By Carrie Marshall published 26 November 24 Beoplay Eleven combines gorgeous looks with enhanced ANC
Sony WF-C710N earbuds land, and I think they'll be the 2025 budget buds to beat By Becky Scarrott published 25 March 25 I loved the inexpensive April 2023 Sony WF-C700N and now, a new 2025 model is in with improved battery, wearer detection, and a colorway I adore.
Moondrop’s Edge budget wireless headphones have all the features I want, in a stylish design By Carrie Marshall published 15 January 25 Moondrop's new ANC-over ears offer Hi-Res Audio and 48 hours of battery life for under $80
I’m a gigging musician, and these wireless headphones with instant-switching sound profiles look incredibly useful – and yes, there's wired connectivity for ultra-low latency By Carrie Marshall published 31 July 25 Kali's clever studio cans could banish headphone hassle and messy mixes
JBL’s new open earbuds for kids will keep them aware of their surroundings, should still fit them as they grow, and let parents set safe volume levels to protect their hearing By Carrie Marshall published 5 November 25 JBL's Junior Free headphones are open-ear with safe volume protection and useful parental features
These new open earbuds offer head-tracked Dolby Atmos — the best feature of Sonos' headphones is coming to buds at last By Carrie Marshall published 16 December 25 Cleer's new open-ears promise superb spatial audio in their Atmos edition
These affordable studio wired headphones have big drivers and a frequency range to turn audiophiles' heads – but they're from a revered pro video brand By Carrie Marshall published 15 April 25 50mm drivers and huge frequency range without the need for a headphone amp
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones 2nd Gen land, boasting even better ANC, USB-C audio and a much-needed battery bump By Becky Scarrott published 10 September 25 Is that person stuck in a purple crystal labyrinth with only cans for comfort – or is it just the 'Midnight Violet' finish?
I saw wireless earbuds that are also air purifiers, and they claim to be a maskless mask By Ural Garrett published 10 January 25 Listen to dope tunes and breathe cleaner