Alex Bracetti
A lifestyle journalist with an affinity for consumer products, Alex has over a decade of experience and has worked with popular publications such as Complex, Thrillist, Men’s Health, Gear Patrol, AskMen, and Hoop Magazine. He currently focuses on audio, reviewing the most coveted headphones in the market for both Tom’s Guide and Laptop Magazine.
Latest articles by Alex Bracetti
I've been living with this Bose Bluetooth speaker for 7 years and it continues to outperform newer rivals — here's how
By Alex Bracetti published
The Bose SoundLink Revolve+ is a portable speaker with evergreen sound
5 best Google Chrome extensions to enhance computer audio
By Alex Bracetti published
Want better sound while streaming from your favorite web players? Here's my pick of the best Google Chrome extensions for audio that do just that and more.
I tested Samsung's $99 Galaxy Buds, but are they worthy of the ‘Fan Edition’ label?
By Alex Bracetti published
While delivering near-flagship ANC and some series exclusives for a bargain, the Samsung Galaxy Buds FE don’t offer everything the fans want.
Forget AirPods — these wireless earbuds with a touchscreen case are a game changer
By Alex Bracetti published
I tested JBL's Tour Pro 2 wireless earbuds with touchscreen charging case and they're a game-changer, here's why.
Skullcandy Dime 3 review: At $29, these are the best cheap wireless earbuds around right now
By Alex Bracetti last updated
The next-gen Skullcandy Dime 3 wireless earbuds bring a step up in sound and offer reliable voice calling quality in a durable and compact key-fob charging case design.
I test wireless earbuds for a living — these are the 5 best for bass
By Alex Bracetti published
I've written about hundreds of wireless earbuds over the years, and these are my top picks for every kind of bass lover wanting more boom for their buck.
These air conduction wireless earbuds turned me from a skeptic to a fan
By Alex Bracetti published
These Soundcore by Anker AeroFit Pro open-ear wireless earbuds are the first to convince me that the design can deliver great sound with practical awareness and all-day comfort after all.
5 ways I improved headphone sound from my MacBook
By Alex Bracetti published
Want better audio performance from your headphones when using a MacBook? Try out these 5 tips to maximize the sound experience.
5 lessons the AirPods Max 2 could learn from the Bose QC Ultra
By Alex Bracetti published
The rumored AirPods Max 2 flagship headphones haven't materialized yet, and any new Apple design could learn a lot from the awesome Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones.
Bose's new QC Ultra headphones and wireless earbuds are great — here's how I made them sound even better
By Alex Bracetti published
Here are 7 ways to boost the sound of Bose's new Ultra headphones and wireless earbuds so that you can optimize the listening experience on the world's best noise-canceling cans.
I tried Sony’s InZone Buds, but they're not the universal wireless earbuds I hoped for
By Alex Bracetti published
Sony makes some of the best wireless earbuds in the world, so how do the company's new gaming InZone Buds sound when you ditch the PS5 to listen to music?
How to make watching Halloween movies even more horrifying
By Alex Bracetti last updated
Horror movies sound even more scary through spatial audio headphones. Here's how the new Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones intensified my favorite Halloween flicks with 3D immersive audio.
Bose QuietComfort Headphones vs. Bose 700: Which should you buy?
By Alex Bracetti published
The Bose 700 and the all-new Bose QuietComfort Headphones go head-to-head to determine which are the better noise-canceling headphones to buy.
Bose QuietComfort 45 review
By Alex Bracetti last updated
The $329 Bose QuietComfort 45 is an excellent upgrade with enhanced ANC, sound, and battery life.
Marshall Motif II review: Robust style and sound, but features fall short at $199
By Alex Bracetti published
Decent sound and ANC performance, but there are too many trade-offs
Bose QuietComfort Headphones vs. Bose QuietComfort 45: What's changed?
By Alex Bracetti published
With both models on sale, how do the all-new Bose QC Headphones compare to the company's older QC45 noise-canceling headphones, and which are the best value?
Bose QC Ultra Headphones vs. Bose QC Headphones: What's the difference?
By Alex Bracetti published
What's the difference between the two new Bose noise-canceling headphones? We compare both models to determine which are the better investment.
Bose QuietComfort Headphones review: A QC45 upgrade with better sound and battery life
By Alex Bracetti published
The Bose QuietComfort Headphones replace the QC45 as excellent always-on noise-cancelers with enhanced sound and improved battery life, but there's a catch.
$99 Soundcore Space One headphones are budget noise-cancelers with style
By Alex Bracetti published
Entry-level Soundcore by Anker headphones deliver strong audio and ANC performance with 40-hour playback between recharges in a stylish and affordable package.
Sennheiser Accentum vs. Sony WH-CH720N: Which are the best mid-range ANC headphones?
By Alex Bracetti published
We compare Sennheiser and Sony’s affordable ANC headphones to determine the better noise-cancelling value.
5 ways to get the best music experience from your Samsung Galaxy Watch 6
By Alex Bracetti published
From apps to shortcuts to unlocked features, here’s my list of tips and tricks on how to get the best music experience from your Samsung Galaxy Watch 6.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are my top wireless earbuds pick for Android phones — here’s why
By Alex Bracetti published
Premium sound features and platform-friendly performance make the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro the perfect Android companion.
Google Pixel Buds Pro review: Now this is better
By Alex Bracetti last updated
Google's Pixel Buds Pro are a respectable noise-canceller with great sound and best-ever Google Assistant integration, but fit and functionality could be better at the price.
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