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Our audio coverage stretches from cheap earbuds to throw in your bag, up to hi-res DACs that can add extra dimensions of sound to your favorite music. The world of audio has changed a lot with the rise of higher-quality wireless and digital sound – streaming services offer better-than-CD quality, and you can beam it to speakers all over the house over Wi-Fi or next-gen Bluetooth options.
That’s unlocked a world of new devices where hi-fi meets modern conveniences, and we’re always looking to find the best new ideas in the audio world.
Our audio experts love products from the top to the bottom of the budget range – we love a cheap Bluetooth speaker that sounds great at the beach just as much as we love expensive wired headphones driven from a beautiful valve amplifier.
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I tried Soundcore's two new feature packed earbuds — here's the one I'd recommend
Anker's Soundcore brand has released two new earbuds; I've tested both, and have the lowdown on how they're different.
These unique-looking and 4.5-star-rated Nothing Headphone (a) are down to a record-low price
A huge upgrade over the first model and now at a great low price
Is the JBL Go 5 worth buying now that the JBL Go 4 is cheaper? I tested both — here's my pick
Which little speaker is better value? I used them side-by-side to work out which is better bang for your buck.
I've found 12 top-rated soundbars and speakers from Sonos to upgrade your home audio — get up to $200 off
I've found 12 awesome deals on several of our top-rated Sonos speakers and soundbars in this year's Memorial Day sales.
The Sonos app for iPhone and iPad has mysteriously disappeared from the App Store
Updated I hope you didn't just buy a new product you're eager to set up…
Anker Soundcore's new earbuds have flashy screens on the outside, but the inside is the best bit
Anker Day 2026 brings two new pairs of earbuds, as well as a smartphone tie-in app and news of new components.
Dali's new all-in-one speaker, streamer and soundbar combo can go flat or on your wall
Dali has unveiled the Vega, an all-in-one piece of hi-fi gear that combines speaker, amp, streamer and soundbar — and it can be stuck on your wall or laid on a surface
High-end hi-fi company YBA has made what it claims is the world's first "transportable" CD player for SACDs — it's got the audiophiles in the office very excited, but it's not exactly a handheld model to slip in your jacket pocket
YBA has made what it claims is the world's first "transportable" CD player for Super Audio CDs, but it's not exactly a handheld model.
