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Samsung and Meta are reportedly thinking about putting cameras in earbuds — I don’t know why
“Feature creep” is defined on Wikipedia as “excessive ongoing expansion or addition of new features in a product.” It goes on to demonstrate the problems, as “these extra features go beyond the basic function of the product and can result in software bloat and over-complication, rather than simple design.” It’s something I see all the time in the best wireless…
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These Jabra Elite 10 Earbuds Are at Their Lowest Price Ever Right Now
We may earn a commission from links on this page.Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. If you’ve been eyeing premium earbuds but couldn’t justify the splurge, the Jabra Elite 10 earbuds are now $149.99 on Amazon, down from $249.99—their lowest price ever, according to price trackers. These earbuds (rated “Excellent” by PCMag) have a semi-open…
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The Jabra Elite 4 Active Earbuds Are $50 Off Right Now
We may earn a commission from links on this page.Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. If you’re looking for gym-friendly earbuds with solid noise cancellation, the Jabra Elite 4 Active is now $69.99, down from $119.99. They have a slightly larger design, which helps them stay secure during workouts or commutes. That said, even with…
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I tested a pair of gaming earbuds that put my audiophile headset to shame — and they’re under $35
As a tech reviewer for Tom’s Guide, and an avid gamer, I’ve had my share of issues with headsets over the years. Whether I have to deal with headsets that can’t deliver on features like the Turtle Beach Atlas Air, or the huge prices of audiophile options like the Beyerdynamic MMX300. While not exactly new, I fell in love with…
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2024: a good year for earbuds
The year 2024 has been another very good one for wireless earbuds. We’ve reached a point where every tech giant is firing on all cylinders. Apple’s AirPods Pro, Samsung’s Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, and Google’s Pixel Buds Pro 2 are each fantastic in their own right and fairly comparable in the features they offer. Are there advantages depending on which…
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How to Use Apple AirPods Pro 2 Earbuds as Hearing Aids
The first step is to update your iPhone to iOS 18.1. To do that, go to Settings > General > Software Update. If the automatic updates option isn’t on, your phone will ask you whether you want to update to the latest version. Click to start the update, ideally with your phone plugged in. Once the update is complete, you…
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I’ve been testing earbuds for all my life — here’s the 10 best early Black Friday wireless earbuds deals right now
As the sun wanes in the sky and days grow ever shorter, we get ever closer to the approaching madness of Black Friday. But before the big day has even arrived, retailers are already reducing the prices of some of the best wireless earbuds, with big savings on some of my favorite models from a range of retailers. A big…
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AirPods 4 vs. Google Pixel Buds Pro 2: Which noise-cancelling earbuds win?
Boasting many of the AirPods Pro 2’s features, the latest mid-range AirPods are a solid contender with standout ANC and sound to boot. For World-class noise cancelation Volume controls right on the stem Dolby Atmos spatial audio Improved battery life Against Audio performance needs finessing Lackluster call quality Lanyard costs extra The Pixel Buds Pro 2 deliver great ANC, audio,…
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Anker’s Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro earbuds add a charging case screen
Anker has released its new Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro wireless earbuds that include improved noise canceling and faster charging than their predecessors. The most obvious change, though, is the upgraded case with a screen to show battery life or adjust ANC settings without grabbing your phone. The Liberty 4 Pro is available now for $129.99, which is $20 cheaper than…
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The Skullcandy Push Active Earbuds Are Under $40 Right Now
We may earn a commission from links on this page.Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. The Skullcandy Push Active wireless earbuds are currently on sale for $39.88, down from $79.99. That’s a 50% discount for earbuds that are reportedly great for workouts, with ear hooks that keep them snug during exercise (though they might not…
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