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A woman wearing AirPods Max 2 in blue

'Only limited by the physics': inside Apple’s AirPods Max 2 and the H2 chip upgrade

By Jacob Krol published

We spoke with Apple to unpack what's new with AirPods Max 2

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Panasonic launches a USB-C version of its cheap wired earbuds

By Tom Bedford published

Panasonic has unveiled the ErgoFit In-Ears are coming in a new USB-C form. Goodbye, 3.5mm.

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The Sony WH1000XM5 headphones next to the Meze Audio Alba wired earbuds

I switched from headphones to earbuds after three years —here's what I learned

By Rowan Davies published

From travel convenience to overall aesthetics, here are three things I've missed with using earbuds — and three things I haven't.

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The Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 case and buds on a ledge.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 review: mid-priced buds which are frustrating, not enjoyable

By Tom Bedford published

Samsung's mid-ranged earbuds aim to offer an alternative affordable option to the brand's top-priced Buds, but they're not a worthy substitute.

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Sennheiser CX 80U earbuds with different-sized eartips

Wired earbuds are trendy right now, and this budget set from Sennheiser is all you need

By Harry Padoan published

Yes, wired earbuds are trendy again, and this cheap set is all you need for beautiful compression-free audio.

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The Huawei FreeBuds Pro 5 pictured on a stone surface alongside their charging case

‘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

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The OneOdio Focus A5 against a wooden background.

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.

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The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen) on a plain background.

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

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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

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'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.

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