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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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The Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 are 'excellent for runners' and they've dropped to their lowest price since Black Friday
Amazon slashes the price of the Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 in its Big Spring Sale – these top bone conduction headphones are now down to their best price since Black Friday.
Of all the noise-cancelling headphones I've tested, these are the 3 I'd spend my money on — and there's no room for Apple or Bose
If you're going to get a pair of noise-cancelling headphones, I'd recommend picking up one of these three models.
Sonos Play review: my new favorite speaker buddy to use everywhere
How much do you value flexibility? Since I've used the Sonos Play, I value it a lot
I tested two pair of cheap headphones worth buying — here's how to choose
For cheap headphone buyers, the Soundpeats Cove Pro and OneOdio Focus A1 Pro are perfect — just for different people.
Spotify adds Exclusive Mode for bit-perfect audio on Windows
Spotify for Windows just got a big upgrade — and audiophiles are going to love this one.
I’ve tested a ton of open earbuds, but these are the only three models I’d buy
I can be pretty picky when it comes to open earbuds, but if I was going to buy a set, it would certainly be one of these.
I need this new mini automatic vinyl-cleaning machine more than I’ll admit
Pro-Ject has launched the VC-E Mini, a new vinyl cleaning machine that's smaller and more affordable than past models.
