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I tested $5 earbuds and they didn’t even last a week – here’s what I learned
By Harry Padoan published
I tested wireless earbuds that only cost $5, but they still ended up being a total waste of money. You should put that $5 towards something better instead – here’s why.

I tested these $5 wired earbuds and they sounded better than expected – but I still wouldn’t recommend them
By Harry Padoan published
Sure, wired earbuds for $5 may sound like a good deal, but I’d recommend spending a little more for a lot better quality.

iFi's high-end ‘Pods’ turn every pair of wired IEMs I own into hi-res Bluetooth earbuds, but they're a pretty penny
By Becky Scarrott published
You'll breathe new life into your wired IEMs but take note: your bank account will feel a lot lighter…

iOS 26 reveals a new real-time translation gesture for AirPods 4 and Pro 2, and it could make your French phrase book a thing of the past
By Carrie Marshall published
Obrigado, Apple! An image in iOS 26 beta shows a double stem squeeze for real-time translation in AirPods – and it can’t come soon enough

It took 30 seconds of rain for me to realize: open earbuds are a genuine running essential
By Tom Bedford published
Trying to run 5k with my regular in-ear buds in the rain? A slippery mess. Trying that same run with open earbuds? Big yes.

As more Google Pixel Buds 2a leaks emerge, we've got good news and bad…
By Carrie Marshall published
The Google Pixel Buds 2a may be going up in price – and by more than just a bit

Want to hop on the wired earbuds trend? Here are 4 models I’d buy as an audio reviewer
By Harry Padoan published
There’s a lot of talk about wired earbuds on social media right now, so if you’re thinking of buying some I’ve got some top-tier recommendations.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 just got Gemini AI smarts, but there's a catch – here's how to see if you can get the free update
By Carrie Marshall published
Samsung is rolling out Gemini for the Galaxy Buds 3, and it requires Android 16
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