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The SoundMagic E80D proves that wired earbuds aren’t dead and buried yet — here’s why
An on-board DAC makes these USB-C headphones one of the best ways to listen to music while on the move, so long as you don’t mind the wire.
I tested these $349 Shure headphones and they sound unbelievable — here’s why I won’t buy them
Studio-quality sound is great, but the Shure Aonic 50 Gen 2 are difficult to use day-to-day, which makes their steep price a difficult pill to swallow.
Shure Aonic 50 Gen 2 review
The Shure Aonic 50 Gen 2 headphones are premium cans with studio-quality sound, which unfortunately fall short for everyday use thanks to poor ANC, a terrible mic and fewer features than rivals.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro review: Top-notch sound, iffy AI
An AI-infused soundscape that locks features away from non-Samsung device owners, making them a sound set of earbuds built solely for the Galaxy phone crowd.
Yamaha True X Bar 40A review: An excellent Dolby Atmos soundbar under $500
The Yamaha True X Bar 40A delivers immersive Dolby Atmos sound and impressive frequency response for under $500. Just don’t expect the best bass without a subwoofer.
EarFun Air Pro 4 review: Budget earbuds for audiophiles
They sound so good you feel like you’re at a concert
Tribit StormBox 2 review: I tested this waterproof Bluetooth speaker — and it’s surprisingly good for under $70
The Tribit StormBox 2 is a cheap, pocket-friendly Bluetooth speaker with customizable EQ and a long battery life. Just don’t expect any audiophile plaudits.
