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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Bose SoundLink Plus vs Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 3rd Gen: speaker showdown
By Harry Padoan published
I've tested over 40 Bluetooth speakers, and after pitting these similarly priced Bang & Olufsen and Bose models against one another, there's only one I'd actually buy.

Sonos CEO Tom Conrad full interview: in-depth on hardware, software & more
By Matt Bolton published
AV Insider: Digging into the background of Sonos' return to releasing speakers, plus the threat to its soundbars from Dolby Atmos FlexConnect

Spotify's new Taste Profile feature lets you steer the algorithm on your own terms
By Rowan Davies published
Spotify is rolling out a tool that lets you have full control over your Taste Profile, here's how your feedback tailors your recommendations.

Bose QC Ultra Headphones users say the new firmware update is (very) bad
By Becky Scarrott published
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

Got a flight coming up? I use these Sony noise-cancelling headphones every time I travel, and they're available for a tempting low price right now
By Harry Padoan published
I've been using the Sony WH-1000XM6 for almost a year now, and they're the best noise-cancelling headphones I've ever tested.

'The year of price hikes continues': JBL unveils new two new headphones, as well as an AI party speaker that you don't need to fear
By Tom Bedford published
JBL has unveiled the Live 780NC and Live 680NC headphones to US markets, as well as a PartyBox karaoke speaker which uses proprietary magic to reduce vocal lines from your favorite songs.

I use these Sennheiser headphones every day — now they’re cheaper than ever
By James Davidson published
I use the Sennheiser Momentum 4 headphones every day and can't recommend them enough, especially at a record-low price.

Sonos' CEO reveals what's 'holding us back' from music streaming innovation
By Matt Bolton published
'No one is motivated by making an innovative music discovery experience'
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