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Sony WH-1000XM5 review: Sony raises the bar for noise-cancelling headphones–again
Yes, you can have it all: Sony delivers best-in-class active noise cancellation with virtually no compromise in sonic performance.
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Best noise-cancelling headphones
Noise-cancelling headphones aren't just for travel, they will isolate you from all sorts of audio distractions so you can concentrate on your music. We'll guide you to the best models.
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Sony LinkBuds review: These open-back earbuds fall well short of awesome
Sony's LinkBuds feature a unique open-back design that has more minuses than pluses.
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AudioQuest DragonFly Cobalt DAC review: Top-notch audio quality in a tiny package
This diminutive device will help music played from your devices sound better, and it makes hi-res audio sound incredible.
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B&O Beoplay EX review: Stylish, sweet-sounding true wireless headphones
These beautiful in-ear headphones look, fit, and sound so fantastic, you might not care that they don’t offer best-in-class active noise cancelling.
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Sony WF-1000XM4 review: The best in-ear noise-cancelling headphones you can buy
These true-wireless headphones knocked our socks off with their music, phone-call, and noise-cancelling abilities.
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Urbanears’ new true wireless earbuds are literally trash
Available in open- and sealed-fit versions, Urbanears’s Bluetooth-enabled Boo headphones are made mostly of recycled plastic bottles, air conditioner parts, and “other junk.”
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Best headphones: Our top picks for personal listening
Whether you're looking for an over-the-ear, on-ear, or in-ear model, we'll help you find the perfect pair.
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Astell&Kern AK UW100 review: Surprisingly affordable high-end in-ear headphones
The high-end personal audio company delivers a stunning listening experience with its first true wireless stereo earphones.
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ThinkWrite Ultra Durable Pro headphone review: Shockingly good for less than $25
ThinkWrite's Ultra Durable Pro (model TW200) headphones sound far better than you'd expect for the price. The construction hints at the price, but is also better than you might think.
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1More says its new ComfoBuds Mini headphones are the world’s smallest
These in-ear active noise-cancelling headphones feature Sonarworks’ SoundID technology for a personalized EQ experience.
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The Haymaker review: A good-sounding headphone buried in bling
There’s a decent Bluetooth headphone hiding in this gaudy package.
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Sennheiser CX Plus True Wireless review: ANC and aptX for less than $200
With outstanding bass, reliable wireless performance, solid ANzC, and aptX Adaptive, the reasonably priced CX Plus offer plenty of value.
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JVC HA-S100N review: A compelling noise-cancelling headphone alternative
Remarkably comfortable with excellent noise cancellation and easy-to-use touch controls.
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Zvox AV52 headphone review: Affordable and comfortable, but the ANC is quirky
The comfy and affordable Zvox AV52 headphone is good for normal listening, though the active noise cancellation knocks the bass level down a couple of notches.
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Long-rumored Sonos headphones just took a step closer to reality
Sonos just snapped up a company that specializes in the latest Bluetooth standard, fueling rumors of Sonos headphones coming our way.
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Cleer Alpha review: One powerful noise-canceling headphone
Cleer doesn't have the brand cachet of a Bose or Sony, but the Alpha is a fantastic noise-canceling headphone for the money.
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Best high-resolution digital audio player: Which DAP reigns supreme?
We review hi-res audio players from Astell&Kern, Pioneer, Questyle, and more. Find out which shine above the others.
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Sony SRS-NS7 neckband speaker review: Personal spatial audio for Bravia XR TVs
This innovative speaker lets you watch TV and play games on Sony Bravia XR-series TVs in immersive surround sound without filling your room with speakers.
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