Audio
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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Spotify's latest app upgrade is going to appeal to audiobook fans
By David Nield published
If you're a Spotify user in the US or the UK, you can now see audiobook charts inside the app.

JBL Clip 5 vs Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4: two flyweights punch it out in a closely-contested Bluetooth speaker battle
By Harry Padoan published
Here’s what happened when I pitted JBL and UE’s small-sized Bluetooth speakers against each other.

OneOdio Focus A1 Pro review: budget headphones that sound much better than you'd expect
By Tom Bedford published
The OneOdio Focus A1 Pro are bargain headphones, with a great sound and long-lasting battery. They aren't without flaws though, so check this review before you buy.

Samsung's newest Galaxy Buds 4 Pro are available for preorder — here's why I'm buying them at Amazon
By Mackenzie Frazier published
The Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro are officially available to preorder, and I recommend buying them from Amazon to score a free $30 gift card.

Gunship has created 'its most ferocious track yet' for Toxic Commando — 'When John Carpenter calls… you answer'
By Dashiell Wood published
Synthwave band Gunship has released a new single for John Carpenter's Toxic Commando.

This elite hi-res MP3 player offers listening tests via its bundled IEMs
By Tom Bedford published
The first hi-res audio player with built-in hearing tests just landed and if I could afford it, I’d be first in line

The best open earbuds, all real-world tested by our experts
By Becky Scarrott last updated
Stay aware with the best open-ear headphones and air-conduction buds for running outdoors, sports, yoga and more.

Panasonic combined a portable TV with a CD player, and it's kinda charming
By Matt Bolton published
A weirder entry to the portable TV trend, but one that makes sense if it reaches its final form
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