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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Two hi-fi greats just released very tempting small headphone amps: one for your phone, one for your desk
By Carrie Marshall published
Campfire Audio and Pro-Ject promise big audio upgrades in small packages, and with very reasonable prices

USB-C audio in AirPods Max doesn't just sound great on paper: for me, Lossless audio quality finally makes them worth it
By Becky Scarrott published
In which I gladly accept a set of AirPods Max with new USB audio and hook 'em up to various sources – and with a bit of patience, I reaped the rewards.

Loyal Spotify users are angry again – here are 3 reasons why people are annoyed with sponsored music recommendations
By Rowan Davies published
Spotify Premium subscribers are expressing frustration online over the app's sponsored music recommendations, and there are 3 common reasons why.

This useful Spotify access feature could be coming to OnePlus and Oppo earbuds, following the likes of Sony and Bose
By Rowan Davies published
A new code has been found that points to a possible Spotify Tap integration with OnePlus and Oppo earbuds, but it still has a long way to go.

Spotify HiFi: release date rumors, price predictions, and everything we know so far
By Rowan Davies last updated
It's been five years since Spotify announced its Spotify HiFi tier, and we have yet to take advantage of its lossless audio. Here's everything we know.

OneOdio OpenRock S2 review: second-gen earbuds that sit a lot closer to industry norms – and that's not necessarily a compliment
By Tom Bedford published
The year of the open-ears continues with the OneOdio OpenRock S2, from one of the original open earbud makers.

The best Sony WH-1000XM4 sales, deals and prices for July 2025
By Mackenzie Frazier last updated
We're bringing you all the best Sony WH-1000XM4 sales and deals, offering up the latest in the industry leading range for less.

The best AirPods Pro sales and deals for July 2025
By Mackenzie Frazier last updated
Your guide to today's best AirPods Pro deals and sales that are available online.
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