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Check your cans! Big-name headphones may have "hazardous" materials in them

Sennheiser, Bose, and Samsung are among those tested in new research

What Hi-Fi?

AI just made my favorite Skullcandy earbuds worse — and I’m not sure anyone asked for it

The Skullcandy Method 540 ANC are incredibly similar to their predecessor. The only change is a higher price and optional AI assistant, and it's hard to believe anybody wanted either of these updates.

TechRadar

New research claims pretty much all headphones contain toxic chemicals that 'may be migrating' into our bodies

Add this to your list of things to worry about.

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Sony WF-1000XM6 vs Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen): which should you buy?

Two pairs of fine noise-cancelling earbuds do battle

What Hi-Fi?

Hazardous substances found in all headphones tested by ToxFREE project

Substances include chemicals that can cause cancer, neurodevelopmental problems, and the feminisation of males

The Guardian - UK

I ran 10K using wired headphones and now I’m going straight back to Bluetooth buds — here’s why

Wired headphones are surging in popularity, but they are much less useful for runners than wireless buds.

Tom’s Guide

Shokz OpenDots One

Open earbuds are becoming an increasingly big deal. Has Shokz managed to get in on the action with its lightweight OpenDots One buds?

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I tested the highly anticipated Sony WF-1000XM6 — and they're 'everything I could possibly need'

The Sony WF-1000XM6 are the brand’s latest noise-canceling earbuds with epic sound quality, with ANC powerful enough to drown out a plane.

Tom’s Guide

Sony WF-1000XM6

We always expect big things from Sony’s flagship wireless earbuds, and its latest pair doesn’t disappoint.

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I reviewed Sony's flagship WF-1000XM6 earbuds — and it's another case of 'great sound, impressive features, middling noise cancellation'

Sony's WF-1000XM6 are smaller again and the sound is admirable, but while there's an extra mic per bud, I'm not sure it's being perfectly utilised here

TechRadar

I tested the Technics EAH-AZ100 and they’re some of the best-sounding earbuds under $300

They won’t replace Bose as the best noise-canceling earbuds, but the AZ100 offer crisp, clean sound without the cord.

Tom’s Guide

Moto Buds 2 Plus? These leaks say yes, but I need to see more than this

Leaks online claimed that a "Moto Buds 2 Plus" is on the way, and there are some changes users need to see.

Android Central

Move over, Bose — I tested these new 'hidden gem' earbuds, and they're the audio world’s best-kept secret

Everyone loves an underdog, and the new Status Pro X earbuds are proof. From a small business with lots to prove, it's easy to love these premium buds.

Tom’s Guide

IKEA’s NATTBAD Bluetooth Speaker Deserves Its Near-Perfect Rating — I Bought It Months Ago and Continue to Be Impressed by Its Style, Ease-of-Use, and Affordable Price Tag

This small but mighty speaker packs a punch, both with sound and style — and for the price, it's an absolute steal

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I've heard every major pair of premium wireless headphones – and one set reigns sonically supreme

Which cans are ahead of the pack?

Tom’s Guide

I tested the newest earbuds from an ‘underdog’ audio brand — and they’re ‘coming for Bose’s crown’

The Status Pro X are some top-notch earbuds, with powerful sound and a premium design. Although pricey, it could be worth it for these fun little buds.

Android Central

I tried Sony's LinkBuds Clip and Motorola's Moto Buds Loop — these are the open earbuds to buy

Sony and Motorola have two stylish sets of open earbuds available in 2026, and this is the one that you should buy.

Android Central

Why wait for the Sony WF-1000XM6? Status Audio's Pro X are among the best-sounding earbuds you can buy, and they're available right now

Status Audio's Pro X may just be the earbuds you've been waiting for. They're extremely comfortable, sound great, and have all the extras you need.

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JBL Flip 7 vs Bose SoundLink Flex Gen 2: two audio giants, only one winner

I pitted JBL against Bose in this showdown of two audio behemoths, but there was only ever going to be one champion.

What Hi-Fi?

I love spatial audio, but there's one feature I can't get my head around

Am I missing something?

Tom’s Guide

'Expensive doesn’t mean good’: here’s why I’ll be sticking with my $40 speaker over this $200 one

I've been testing the Edifier ES60 for a week and while it's a decent speaker, I'm not sure the price is justified... so I'll stick with my Tribit instead.

Tom’s Guide

'More than just a pretty face’: the Edifier ES60 is a fantastic speaker... with a couple of compromises

The Edifier ES60 is a great Bluetooth speaker, delivering punchy bass, and it's packed with features. But its rivals upstage it in more ways than one.

Tom’s Guide

I tested the Sony WH-1000XM6 vs Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 for 6 months — and there's a clear winner

Both headphones have now been out for a while — but which ones are the best?

Homes & Gardens

I Tested the Budget-Friendly Hisense HS2100 Soundbar – Its Room-Filling Audio Far Exceeded My Expectations

The included subwoofer delivers deep, immersive, thunderous bass

TechRadar

This is one of the best small-sized Bluetooth speakers I've tested, and it doesn't come from JBL or Bose

This budget-friendly Bluetooth speaker is compact and brilliant-sounding – here are 3 reasons why I'd buy it.

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