Headphones
Most people listen to their music through headphones today – so you want to make sure you’re getting the best pair you can. We test headphones of all kinds, ranging from true wireless earbuds to premium wired over-ear headphones, so no matter what style you prefer, or what your budget is, you can find something that’ll help you enjoy your music more.
True wireless earbuds are the most popular kind today, especially Apple’s AirPods, because they’re just so convenient and small – there’s no harm in taking them everywhere. And these days they come with great features such as active noise cancellation at cheaper and cheaper prices – while at the high-end, they keep taking big leaps in audio quality.
The classic style of headphone, meanwhile, keeps getting smarter, with more wireless models including app support so you can tweak their features, and customize the sound to exactly what you prefer.
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‘A serious Apple AirPods Pro rival’: Huawei’s new FreeBuds Pro 5 are the real deal
By Becca Caddy published
‘Premium sound, standout ANC, price that undercuts most rivals… what's not to love?’ — why Huawei’s FreeBuds Pro 5 are the new AirPods rivals to beat

Afterpay Day has delivered some exceptional headphone deals – as TechRadar AU's resident expert, these 5 have my seal of approval
By Max Langridge published
With top brands including Sony, Sonos, Bose and JBL all discounted, now is a fantastic time to upgrade your personal audio.

The best cheap headphones, all tested by our reviewers
By Becky Scarrott last updated
Updated Want a decent pair of budget earbuds or headphones without breaking the bank? Here are the best cheap headphones available today.

The Apple AirPods Pro 3 are a no-brainer for iPhone users — and this Amazon deal makes them even more enticing
By Max Langridge published
The AirPods Pro 3, unfortunately, launched in Australia at a higher price than their predecessor, but this Amazon Big Smile Sale discount makes them a much more attractive proposition.

Bose QC Ultra Headphones users say the new firmware update is (very) bad
By Becky Scarrott last updated
Users say a Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones 2nd Gen firmware update has removed key features — here's what to do if you feel the same

Apple finally launches AirPods Max 2, with improved sound and features
By Matt Bolton published
5 years later, we get the H2 chip and a ton of new features

'An odd choice': Cleer has put audiophile-grade perks in open earbuds, and I'm confused
By Tom Bedford published
Cleer Audio's new Arc 5 open earbuds offer THX and Dolby Atmos spatial audio, in a confusing package.

'If anyone can make open earbuds work, it'd be Skullcandy': these new sports-specific buds could dethrone the Shokz — and cost half as much
By Tom Bedford published
The Skullcandy Push 540 Open combine old-school tools with Skullcandy magic, and it could give them the gumption to take on the Shokz as our favorite open earbuds.
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