https://www.pocket-lint.com Welcome to Pocket-lint, for the latest electronic product reviews, including news on gadgets, digital cameras, home cinema, audio, cars and mobile phones. Thu, 19 Oct 2023 15:25:32 GMT en-US hourly 60 Choosing your next great pair of headphones has gotten a lot more complicated than it used to be. Few smartphones have headphone jacks and the world seems to belong to AirPods - and earbud models that look like AirPods. A few things remain consistent, though: headphones have to sound good, they have to be comfortable to wear, and they ideally should give you some amount of control over what you hear in the world around you. Few companies hit it out of the park in all three categories as frequently as Sony - and Sony headphones are experts at active noise cancellation and sounding fantastic.

]]> Thu, 19 Oct 2023 22:00:24 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-sony-headphones/ The Beats Solo 3 are still some of our favorite over-ear wireless headphones, and they make a great gift or investment to listen to music or double as ear muffs as temperatures continue to drop. While we still have a few weeks before Black Friday sales officially start, these headphones are already at a pretty great 35 per cent off discount, if you want to get ahead of holiday shopping.

]]> Thu, 19 Oct 2023 15:25:32 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/beats-solo-3-sale/ In the world of professional audio - particularly music recording and performance - Shure is well-known for producing exceptional sound and functionality from its microphones, in-ear monitors and headphones. In the world of consumer technology, however, it does not have the mainstream appeal of the likes of Apple, Beats, Sony or Bose. At least not when it comes to over-ear noise-cancelling headphones.

]]> Thu, 19 Oct 2023 14:00:43 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/shure-aonic-50-gen-2-review/ It's been a while since we've had a new pair of flagship headphones from noise-cancelling aficionados Bose - almost 4.5 years in fact. In the trend of annual - or at the very most, biennial - launches of tech's big-name products, that makes the Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 practically ancient.

]]> Tue, 17 Oct 2023 14:00:35 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-headphones-review/ If you're looking to connect two pairs of AirPods to the same iPhone or iPad, or temporarily connect another pair of AirPods or Beats headphones and share the same audio, you've come to the right place. Whether you want to watch the same TV show on the Apple TV app or Netflix, or you want to listen to the same playlist through Apple Music or Spotify, we have you covered. This is how to connect two AirPods to the same iPhone or iPad and share the audio.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 21:47:37 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-connect-two-airpods-beats-to-one-iphone-and-share-audio/ The wireless earbud market is extremely competitive, and it’s quite difficult to find something that stands out. However, with its Pixel Buds Pro, Google has managed to do the improbable and create earbuds that not only sound good but also impress with their fit and quirky design.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 14:30:36 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/google-pixel-buds-pro-tips-and-tricks/ Apple's AirPods are among the most comfortable in-ear headphones on the market, but constant contact with your ear canal can irritate that sensitive tissue. That's why investing in a few pairs of ear tips and keeping them clean is a wise choice. A well-designed set of ear tips not only keeps your holes comfortable, but improves the sound quality by reducing audio leakage. Right now, you can get 40 per cent off on a three-pack of well-reviewed tips from COMPLY at Amazon.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 18:17:12 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/airpods-ear-tips-deals/ Sennheiser is rolling the dice - in more ways than one - with the Accentum. Firstly, it's diving back into the mid-range market for over-ears having had Momentum flagship headphones at the top-end for ages.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 15:46:11 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/sennheiser-accentum-review/ The October Prime Day has come and gone, but there are still some devices that are heavily discounted, and you can snatch up today. Whether you're looking for a new TV, tablet, laptop, or some other cool gadget, we have you covered. Take advantage of this time while it lasts to beat the Black Fridy and Cyber Monday holiday shopping frenzy. With that, check out some of the best deals still around below:

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 15:52:47 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-prime-day-deals-still-available/ We've praised the excellent design of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 in the past, and they're on sale for a bargain during Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale. With a 33 per cent price cut, it's a steal of a deal that you don't see very often, especially for a big name like Samsung and a highly sought-after product like the Galaxy Buds 2.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 03:16:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/prime-day-headphones-deal-samsung-galaxy-buds-2-sale/ Whether you're in the market for affordable earbuds for yourself or seeking a stocking stuffer for someone special, the Beat Studio Buds are an excellent choice. They deliver the sound quality you'd anticipate from Beats headphones but come at a price significantly lower than premier choices like the AirPods Pro. During Amazon Prime Big Deal Days, you can snag the Studio Buds at 40% off, which is $60 off their regular price.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 02:40:32 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/prime-day-earbuds-deal-beats-studio-buds-sale/ Amazon's October Prime Day is here, and while the two-day shopping event falls under the guise of Big Deal Days rather than Prime Day sales this time around, many of the same excellent deals can be found. There's one deal that wasn't around on Prime Day in July however, because the product itself wasn't even announced back then and that's Apple's AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) with USB-C.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 02:05:32 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/prime-day-headphones-deal-apple-airpods-pro-2nd-gen-sale/ The Jabra Elite 7 is on sale right now and the price set for Amazon's Big Deal Days is the best we've ever seen for these well-fitting and great-sounding earbuds designed for your on-the-go (and even sweaty) lifestyle.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 01:40:55 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/prime-day-jabra-elite-7-deal/ The Pixel Buds Pro are the perfect companion to any of the Pixel phones. The thing that might normally put you off is the price. But thanks to a huge discount thanks to the October Prime Big Deal Days, you can get Google's best headphones for just $119 - that's a massive $80 saving.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 00:41:34 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/pixel-buds-pro-hit-their-lowest-price-ever-prime-day-deal/ Amazon Prime Big Deal Days are almost gone. We're seeing massive price drops on items across the site, especially for Prime members, but they'll expire at midnight on Wednesday.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 22:25:32 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-amazon-prime-day-headphone-deals/ For those of us who lead active lives, the Jabra Elite 4 Active model offers everything we look for. From the sweat-proof water resistance rating of IP57 to the "active" noise cancelation, these elegant earbuds have kept us in the zone through many a workout. And at 42% off the original price during Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days, the discount brings the cost of these AirPod alternatives down to an affordable $70. But the event ends today, so now is the best time to grab yourself a pair.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 22:19:19 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/prime-day-earbuds-deal-jabra-elite-4-active-sale/ Anyone with ears who has tried a pair of Sony earbuds can tell you that the company makes some of the best on the market. The sound quality is always stellar, and models with noise cancelation always block everything from the outside world just right.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 20:00:35 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/sony-earbuds-on-sale-prime-day/ There are a lot of different earbud models on the market, but few excel in all areas as well as the Tune Buds from JBL. As part of JBL's new line of true wireless earbuds, they deliver premium features like an enhanced bass response, exceptional noise cancelation, and a whopping 12 hour battery life. And with Amazon Prime Big Deal Days offering 50 per cent off the original $100 dollar price tag, you can snag a pair for just $50. It's one of the best discounts we've seen, and that price won't be around forever. So whether you're doing some early holiday shopping or looking to upgrade your gear, this is a deal worth jumping on before it disappears.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 19:37:01 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/jbl-earbuds-deal-prime-day/ Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days is set to end today, October 11, which also means the window to grab high-end tech at huge discounts is closing fast. One such deal is the 40 per cent discount on the Jabra Elite 5 wireless earbuds. We raved about these premium buds when they were first released, and now, with a price tag of $90, it's a great time to score a pair for holiday shopping and personal use. It's rare to find true wireless earbuds with top-tier noise cancelation, comfort, sound quality, and waterproof durability at this affordable price, and it's doubtful that we'll see such a killer bargain again.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 16:45:31 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/jabras-elite-5-earbuds-are-40-off-for-just-one-day/ The true wireless earbuds market is growing all the time, so much so that it's sometimes hard to keep up with all the new launches. But there are some brands that just stand out as being some of the best in class - and at the premium end, Bose is one of them. In particular, Bose headphones have become synonymous with market-leading noise cancellation, and if that's your aim, then these simply have to be on your shortlist.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 16:40:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/prime-day-earbuds-deal-bose-quietcomfort-earbuds-ii-sale/ We're already some hours into the second day of Amazon's Prime Day event, but we still have tons of good deals available. We're particularly fond of the decent discounts we're seeing for AirPods because these are some of the best prices we've ever seen. From the AirPods Pro 2 and even the Powerbeats Pro, we're enchanted by all these discounts on our favorite Apple earbuds - so enchanted we can't wait to get these in our ears and jam out to Taylor Swift.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 16:15:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-prime-day-airpods-deals/ While the true wireless headphone market is going crazy right now, there's a special place in my heart for over-ear headphones - even for the extra space they require in my bag. It's true, earbuds are more convenient, but if you want the very best sound quality and arguably, the very best noise cancellation, then you're going to get that from a pair of overears.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 15:03:53 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/i-cant-stop-recommending-these-headphones-and-at-100-off-nows-the-time-for-you-to-try-them/ We absolutely love Sennheiser's Momentum True Wireless 3 earbuds, a delightfully well-balanced set of wireless earbuds that look great and work a treat.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 10:00:31 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-3-earbuds-deal-prime-big-deal-days/ Amazon's October Prime Day - also known as Big Deals Day - is here and while we saw some great prices on Apple's AirPods in the run up to this two-day sale event, the 2nd generation AirPods are down to almost their lowest price this year, and it's an absolute bargain for these wireless headphones.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 09:01:35 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/priced-at-just-90-theres-no-reason-to-look-for-an-airpods-alternative-anymore/ The Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 noise-canceling earbuds are currently on sale for $80 down from $100. That's a savings of 20%, which is pretty great Amazon Prime Big Day Deals offer. These true wireless earbuds have a variety of features, including good noise-canceling for their price along with support for advanced Bluetooth codecs like LDAC that allow for higher-quality Bluetooth music listening.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 02:43:11 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/prime-day-earbuds-deal-anker-soundcore-liberty-4/ Prime Day is here to deliver some solid discounts for some of our favorite tech, including the OnePlus Buds Pro 2, earbuds that left us rather impressed. You can grab this one for 44 per cent off, which is an excellent discount, especially since its previous best price point was $109.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 22:31:31 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/oneplus-buds-pro-2-prime-day-deal/ Beats isn't the monolithic headphone company it used to be. You can get better active noise cancelation on other headphones, and wireless earbuds have surged in popularity since Beats became a household name. But the new Beats Studio Pro, as the successor to the Beats Studio 3 Wireless headphones, are worth considering. They work just as well with Android phones as they do with the iPhone, they're able to get extra loud without distortion, and they're comfortable to wear. With the 49 percent discount off their normal $349.99 price you can get during Amazon's Big Deal Days, they'll start at $179.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 21:27:23 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/beats-studio-pro-headphones-deal-prime-day/ Wireless earbuds became a commodity purchase years ago, but it's not that often we see such a nice pair at an already appealing price become irresistible with a sale. Enter Amazon and its Big Prime Deal Days - it has taken $40 off the price of Google's Pixel Bud A-series, making them just $59. That's about as low as we've ever seen them and we think you should snap them up if you or someone you know wants them.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 18:05:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/google-pixel-buds-a-series-amazon-big-prime-day-deal/ Listen, we know that Amazon's October Prime Day event is going on right now - trust us, we know - but it's not just Amazon that's running deals right now. In fact, we found plenty of noteworthy discounts at the retailer's competitors, including Best Buy and Target.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 15:25:51 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/alternative-prime-day-deals/ The time has come - Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days has now started, and the new sales event for Fall runs from 10-11 October. It promises major savings, but things are already getting started.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 12:00:32 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-prime-day-headset-deals/ The Amazon Prime Big Deal Days are very almost here - officially called Amazon's Big Deal Days - and there are already a number of great deals out there, from money off AirPods - including the latest models - to some great savings on iPads. You might not have heard of Big Deal Days before, and that wouldn't be a huge surprise as it is a new shopping event for 2023, plugging the gap between the Prime Day sales in July and the Black Friday sales in November.

]]> Mon, 09 Oct 2023 11:00:31 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/should-you-buy-airpods-on-october-prime-day/ Samsung isn't a name you immediately associate with headphones, but in recent years, the company has turned things around, with its Galaxy Buds headphones becoming increasingly popular - and increasingly competitive, thanks to Samsung's work with AKG.

]]> Fri, 06 Oct 2023 21:31:32 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-samsung-galaxy-buds/ It's always been a bit of a hard sell convincing audiophiles to give true wireless earbuds a shot - their very wireless nature means that until tech advances, they're going to fall behind studio conditions and huge open-back over ears.

]]> Fri, 06 Oct 2023 14:00:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/astellkern-uw100-mkii-review/ As part of its major Fall hardware event, during which Google launched its latest Pixel smartphones, the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, there were also some interesting mentions of the Pixel Buds Pro.

]]> Thu, 05 Oct 2023 17:31:34 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-update-google-pixel-buds-pro/ The world of inexpensive earbuds is a wild one with some truly weird and wonderful offerings. You can't really go wrong with Apple's entry-level 2nd-gen AirPods at $129, nor the 3rd-gen AirPods for that matter. But we're starting to get away from the budget price point, especially if $99 is the sweet spot. And it's that sweet spot that Samsung's aimed its new Galaxy Buds FE at. And you even get features that you'd need to buy AirPods Pro to get over in Cupertino.

]]> Tue, 03 Oct 2023 23:00:33 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/the-galaxy-buds-fe-are-samsungs-99-competition-for-apples-airpods/ Headphones are essential for every family holiday because the little ones will have more fun if they can watch YouTube videos or play games on their iPads and Android tablets instead of getting bored on the road. The best kids' headphones differ from adult options with a volume limit to protect their hearing, and most have tangle-free wireless designs to give them more freedom.

]]> Tue, 03 Oct 2023 15:40:00 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-headphones-for-kids/ The Jabra Elite 8 Active as the name quite clearly suggests, are a set of truly wireless earbuds built for exercise, but that can also be comfortably used as your day-to-day buds.

]]> Sat, 30 Sep 2023 21:01:30 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/jabra-elite-8-active-review/ One of Apple's most successful products of the last decade the Airpods, changed the landscape in 2016 on premium peripherals for smartphones. A classic Apple move that didn't just create a new product, but an entirely new space. With the initial release of the AirPods, Apple pulled off a marvel of capitalist dominance and convinced millions of people seemingly overnight that the cords on our headphones were a massive inconvenience that we'd all just putting up with for years.

]]> Fri, 29 Sep 2023 16:00:35 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-airpods-alternative-earbuds/ Setting out on a mission to determine the very best gaming headsets on the market was a daunting task. There are a plethora of options out there - wired, wireless, closed and open cup designs, stereo and surround sound headsets, oval and round earcups, leather and material finishes, the list goes on and on.

]]> Fri, 29 Sep 2023 00:15:31 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-pc-gaming-headset/ Apple's AirPods and Beats find themselves a bit of a strange situation - where they are owned by the same parent company, and yet in almost direct competition with one another. The Beats Studio Buds+ make that rivalry closer than ever, with improvements on the original Beats Studio Buds that really take the fight to the AirPods Pro 2 - and could just make them some of the best Beats earbuds yet.

]]> Thu, 28 Sep 2023 23:57:49 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/beats-studio-buds-vs-apple-airpods-pro-2-which-should-you-buy/ Earbuds come in all shapes and sizes, and the JLab JBuds Mini are some of the smallest and some of the most affordable I've ever come across - you can buy them for only $39/£40.

]]> Thu, 28 Sep 2023 18:14:21 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/jlab-jbuds-mini-review/ Every day we are constantly looking for a way to express ourselves and to give strangers an insight into who we are. Whether it's through our clothes, hair or tattoos; every aspect of ourselves says something about our personality, even the cases we put on our technology. If you're looking for a unique way to showcase your personality or just want to add some color to your life then you need to buy a "skin" for your AirPods Pro.

]]> Thu, 28 Sep 2023 18:11:37 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-airpods-pro-2-second-gen-skins/ Big over-ear headphones, like the kind companies like Bose and Beats made their names in, are often what we think of first when we think of noise cancellation. Encircling your ear to create a seal, it's no wonder that in addition to feedback mics to cancel out incoming noise, the cup itself creates a great barrier. But increasingly, as smartphones and tablets swap headphone jacks for some sort of wireless audio output, a lighter weight, more compact, noise cancelling solution has taken hold in the form of earbus. While smaller, it doesn't mean they don't do an excellent noise of keeping unwanted sound out, and you locked in to your audio.

]]> Wed, 27 Sep 2023 18:30:29 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-noise-cancelling-earbuds/ Over the past couple of years I've made it my mission to travel any opportunity I could. Whether it meant a short weekend trip to Chicago or traveling around Europe for two months, I tried to take advantage of working a remote job. My latest venture involves moving from New York to London for graduate school. After multiple rounds of trial and error, I can confidently say I've become a pro at tackling the hardest part of every trip: packing.

]]> Tue, 26 Sep 2023 21:18:51 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-travel-tech/ If you're into quality wireless over-the-ear headphones, then you already know how competitive the $300+ market is. Apple, Bose, and Sony all put their best feet forward. It's so intense that you may have realized how barren the mid-range zone has been. And even then, the few offerings in the $150 or $200 rungs don't pop at you as much as the QuietComfort or AirPods Max. In that context, German firm Sennheiser has decided to give its top-notch Momentum series a leaner but still-punchy partner in the form of the all-new Accentum headphones.

]]> Tue, 26 Sep 2023 20:59:52 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/sennheiser-accentum-news-specs-features/ If you struggle to drift off to sleep, the Philips Sleep Headphones have been designed to help. Unlike your standard wireless earbuds, they are built to be comfortable enough to wear to bed, while delivering relaxing sounds and tracking your slumber time too.

]]> Sun, 24 Sep 2023 19:20:18 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/philips-sleep-headphones-review/ Wireless headphones have become the mainstream listening medium, and even to listen to music on any iPhone since the age-old iPhone 7, you either need a pair of Bluetooth headphones, a 3.5mm to Lightning adapter (no longer included in the box since 2018) or a pair of wired Lightning headphones, that connect to the Lightning port. And now that the iPhone 15 has officially ditched the Lightning port for the USB-C slot to comply with the EU's mandate, it's changing things up yet again.

]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2023 22:31:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-lightning-headphones/ One of the biggest changes in the latest wave of Apple products is the company finally abandoning their proprietary Lightning charging cord for the much more universal USB-C, which is superior in just about every way. That means that the new AirPods Pro 2nd Generation will get their juice differently (as will the iPhone 15). If you don't already have a USB-C charger around the house, now's a great time to pick one up. Here are our top USB-C chargers for the newest Apple AirPods Pro 2.

]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2023 20:42:30 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-usb-c-chargers-for-apple-airpods-pro-2nd-generation/ Apple's AirPods are some of the most iconic wireless earbuds on the market. And while there's been many iterations over the years, including the most recent, USB-C equipped, AirPods Pro 2nd Gen all models share a common flaw: they're painfully easy to lose. Even with the built-in "Find My" technology, roughly 17 per cent of AirPods owners have lost at least a single AirPod or misplaced the case throughout their listening time. That's why a simple investment in a lanyard for your charging case can make a huge difference.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 21:03:26 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-airpods-pro-2-lanyard-case/ When looking for the best headphones for the gym, running or other workouts, priorities are slightly different from when you're trying to hunt down headphones for casual listening.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 02:30:30 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-workout-headphones/ Great sound doesn't need to cost a fortune, and the best cheap earbuds offer premium features like Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), virtual assistant compatibility, and easy app control. There's no compromise on build quality either, and most affordable options include some level of water resistance to protect them against rain and sweat, making them perfect for long runs or rides.

]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2023 15:53:32 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-cheap-earbud/ Apple has released an update to its AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) wireless earbuds that, well, isn't really an update at all. The changes are so minimal that the updated model doesn't even have a new name, leaving us to have to comprehend unwieldy phrases such as 'the new USB-C Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation)' and 'the old Lightning Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation)'.

]]> Tue, 19 Sep 2023 20:12:50 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/new-airpods-pro-2nd-gen-usb-c-vs-old-airpods-pro-2nd-gen-differences-compared/ The first-generation Apple AirPods Pro introduced active noise cancellation (ANC) to the popular wireless in-ear headphones. The company didn't rest on its laurels however, with additional features added to the second-generation AirPods Pro (both the Lightning and USB-C models) that make the audio experience even better. Features such as Adaptive Audio and Conversation Awareness make it even easier to get the sound that you want from your AirPods without having to fiddle with the settings.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 21:43:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-personalised-volume-on-airpods-how-does-it-work-and-how-do-i-get-it/ Being able to mute a call is sometimes vital. If you need to speak to someone else without the caller hearing, or you've just stubbed your toe and can't resist the urge to swear loudly, being able to quickly mute yourself can be a real lifesaver.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 19:56:30 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-mute-and-end-calls-on-airpods/ Apple's brand new AirPods Pro 2nd generation with a USB-C MagSafe Case are already on sale at Best Buy. You can pre-order a pair with a $50 discount, which as far as Apple products go, is pretty great. As we all know, that's the discount level they love most. While with most models from the big company you'd have to wait for months before a solid deal popped up, you're getting this one before the product is even on shelves.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 17:01:18 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/save-50-on-the-new-usb-c-airpods-pro-2-with-this-best-buy-pre-order-offer/ Apple's AirPods Pro (second generation) have some great noise cancellation features that ensure that the outside world doesn't encroach on your listening enjoyment. You can immerse yourself in your favourite music or block out the world with the latest episode of your favourite podcast. Sometimes, however, you might need to be able to hear the outside world, just for a little while at least. If you bump into someone you meet, for example, not being able to hear a word they're mumbling at you isn't ideal.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 14:16:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-conversation-awareness-for-airpods-how-does-it-work-and-how-do-i-get-it/ Apple announced a number of new devices at its September event, some of which saw bigger upgrades than others. Take the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus and you'll see some huge upgrades on these devices compared to their predecessors. The same can probably be said for the iPhone 15 Pro models too, especially in the case of the iPhone 15 Pro Max.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 13:31:26 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/should-i-upgrade-to-the-new-airpods-pro-2nd-generation-with-magsafe-and-usb-c/ Apple announced the AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) during its iPhone 14 event back in September 2022, and they were - and still are - excellent. At the time of their launch, they offered a range new features, a couple of design changes - like the addition of volume control to the stem - and they delivered excellent performance.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 13:01:26 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/apple-airpods-pro-2nd-generation-usb-c-review/ Over the past few years, smartphone manufacturers have facilitated the boom in wireless headphones by removing the 3.5mm headphone jack, which used to be a mainstay feature on all portable devices. That meant wireless technology had to get better, and Qualcomm has been one of the biggest names at the forefront of that change.

]]> Fri, 15 Sep 2023 13:35:30 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-aptx-hd-and-which-devices-support-it/ The Apple iPhone 15 line-up may not have arrived with any huge headline-grabbing upgrades, but there was one big change that caused a stir, and that was the move from Apple's proprietary charging solution, via the Lightning connector, to the more universal charging format, USB-C.

]]> Fri, 15 Sep 2023 12:14:14 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-usb-c-headphones-for-iphone-15/ You only get one chance to make a first impression, right? And it's safe to say that, while there's absolutely nothing wrong with the way they're constructed and finished, or with the materials from which they're built, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones don't look or feel anything remarkable.

]]> Thu, 14 Sep 2023 19:44:19 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-headphones-hands-on/ If you keep your ear to the ground in the world of consumer tech, then you may well have heard the rumours about Bose's next big launch - and it is finally here, with three new products announced across the breadth of its QuietComfort headphones range.

]]> Thu, 14 Sep 2023 18:30:16 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/bose-goes-ultra-with-game-changing-updates-to-quietcomfort-headphone-line-up/ Bone conduction headphones differ from traditional in or over-ear headphones in a pretty big way: They don't actually sit in -or- on your ears. Yes, you heard that right, instead snuggly fitting within your ear, bone conduction headphones wrap around your head and deliver sound via vibrations. Providing a more open sound, far from active noise cancelling (ANC) capabilities of many wireless earbuds on the market, the ear canal remains free, with no obtruding speaker that could overwork your eardrums. This way of listening helps provide more situational awareness to the surrounding environment, which is especially great for outdoor activities like running and cycling so that you can still stream music without the risk of being run over.

]]> Thu, 14 Sep 2023 17:59:36 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-bone-conduction-headphones/ AirPods have long since conquered the world - Apple's earbuds, in a variety of models, are by far the most recognisable earbuds on the market, and with good reason.

]]> Wed, 13 Sep 2023 17:00:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-airpods-accessory/ If you're waiting for Samsung to announce some new, budget earbuds it doesn't look like you're going to have to wait all that much longer. The Galaxy Buds FE look set to launch sooner rather than later, with a new leak essentially confirming as much.

]]> Wed, 13 Sep 2023 16:33:17 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/here-are-samsungs-galaxy-buds-fe-after-the-most-unusual-of-leaks/ With so much going on during Apple's Wonderlust event on 12 September it would have been very easy to miss some things. Much of the focus was understandably on the new iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro lineups, but there was plenty else to take in. Including slightly refreshed earbuds.

]]> Wed, 13 Sep 2023 15:09:15 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/you-might-have-missed-this-important-airpods-announcement-at-apples-iphone-15-launch/ Devialet has announced its second pair of true wireless headphones, the Devialet Gemini II.

]]> Wed, 13 Sep 2023 01:53:45 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/devialets-gemini-ii-are-a-pair-of-seriously-luxurious-true-wireless-earbuds/ From headphones to CarPlay, Bluetooth is essentially the standard for pairing and streaming these days. As seamless as it can be, it also makes it incredibly annoying when you want to use Bluetooth on something, and it's unavailable. It happens more often than you'd think, especially while traveling - as most AirPlanes have not kept up with the Bluetooth wave. Plus, with more companies developing high-end Bluetooth headphones in addition to a solid wired headphone line-up, a Bluetooth headphone adapter makes for a great solution.

]]> Mon, 11 Sep 2023 15:05:42 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-bluetooth-headphone-adapter/ Apple's Spatial Audio was introduced with iOS 14 in September 2020 and has evolved a fair amount over time. It is Apple's answer to Dolby Atmos for Headphones and Sony's 360 Reality Audio, creating a virtual 3D surround sound effect in a stereo pair of headphones. It virtualises an audio mix that surrounds you, making it seem you are in the heart of the action.

]]> Mon, 11 Sep 2023 12:34:30 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-apple-spatial-audio-how-does-it-work-how-to-get-it/ Whether you're looking for some of the best noise-cancelling headphones or simply a solid pair wireless headphones to provide your morning commute entertainment, there are loads of options on the market for both over-ear cans and in-ear buds that sit snuggly in your ear.

]]> Wed, 06 Sep 2023 16:20:28 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-headphone-earbud-deals/ When AirPods first hit the scene we were all blown away at how easy the connecting and pairing process was. For years, connecting devices to your phone meant digging through Bluetooth settings and usually meant fiddling around with a button or buttons on the device to make sure they could discover and connect to each other. With AirPods, Apple did away with all that fuss and made it as simple as tapping a button.

]]> Wed, 06 Sep 2023 12:00:30 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-google-fast-pair-and-how-does-it-work/ Apple's AirPods Max are spectacular over-ear headphones with noise-cancellation, dynamic audio and more. However, these premium features come with a corresponding price ta, and carrying a pair of them around loose in your purse or backpack is just asking for trouble. While AppleCare will pay for repairs it's a lot smarter to pick up a carrying case for them. Thankfully, there are tons on the market that suit a variety of needs, from fashion-forward colors to tactical durability.

]]> Tue, 05 Sep 2023 21:40:35 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-airpods-max-case/ It's pretty amazing how Apple has the ability to drop a product on the market and immediately have it be a coveted get. In-ear headphones had existed for decades before the AirPods, but the Cupertino branding and sleek, white design made them a must-have for any kind of wireless audio. They naturally capitalized on success with a variety of different models, including the exceptional over-hear AirPods Max. Price drops aren't common, but right now Amazon has decent discounts on almost the entire range of AirPods.

]]> Tue, 05 Sep 2023 20:49:51 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-airpod-deals/ Labor Day is finally here, and the deals are flowing, with fantastic discounts for some of our favorite smartwatches and the best tablets. Whether you're looking for a new iPad or a Samsung tablet, Best Buy has you covered, offering some of the best discounts we've seen in a while. Of course, if you'd rather get your hands on a new pair of earbuds, some of our favorite earbud models are also on sale right now.

]]> Mon, 04 Sep 2023 16:01:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-buy-labor-sale/ Labor Day, often ubiquitous with the end of summer, also signals the start of savings season. Slashing prices off everything from big-ticket items like TVs and smart washing machines, along with hardware staples like headphones, earbuds, and internal SSDs, these Labor Day deals make some of our favorite tested and reviewed products even more tempting. Read below for the best deals we've found. For more great holiday savings, also be sure to check out the best deals going on at Best Buy's Labor Day sale right now.

]]> Mon, 04 Sep 2023 15:00:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-labor-day-deals/ Wireless earbuds: can't live without them, can't stop losing them in the couch cushions. The smart move is to have a spare pair around in case of emergencies, and these Treblab models will do the job ably - especially with half off the sticker price on Amazon using code 50NOWWX8 .

]]> Fri, 01 Sep 2023 21:51:00 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/treblab-wx8-wireless-earbuds-for-50-off-with-coupon-code/ Noise-cancelling has become a must-have feature in any good pair of wireless headphones or earbuds, whether it's used to isolate listening on a morning commute, to drown out the drone of a jet engine, or chatter at the gym when you're focused on crushing a workout.

]]> Fri, 01 Sep 2023 21:29:34 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-noise-cancelling-headphones/ Whether you're practicing for a marathon or just starting off on your Couch to 5K journey, having a pair of bone conduction headphones can help you stay both motivated and aware, offering quality sound and an open, lightweight structure. So runners who are looking to up their game should consider this awesome deal at Amazon right now because the Shokz OpenRun bone conduction headphones just dropped by 23 per cent, meaning you can score them for only $99.

]]> Wed, 30 Aug 2023 16:04:15 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/elevate-your-running-game-with-this-awesome-deal-on-the-shokz-openrun-headphones/ If you love your music but want some extra, punchy base for your tunes, you can opt for some of the best headphones on the market. While they're great, they come with a hefty price tag - and right now, you can score equally brilliant noise-canceling and bass boost for less. The Sony WH-XB910N wireless headphones just dropped in price at Best Buy in a daily deal, meaning you can save $100 if you buy them today and only spend $150 instead of the usual $250.

]]> Tue, 29 Aug 2023 17:54:12 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/this-daily-deal-from-best-buy-saves-you-100-on-sony-noise-canceling-headphones/ Soundpeats is a Chinese audio brand that wants to show you don't have to spend big to enjoy good audio on the move. The RunFree are a pair of the brand's air conduction headphones, and therefore firmly aimed at runners, gym lovers and anyone that wants their sound delivered in a way that still keeps them aware of their surroundings.

]]> Fri, 25 Aug 2023 16:49:52 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/soundpeats-runfree-review/ The headphone jack might just be dead - when Apple first got rid of it, the outcry was widespread, but we've now come to accept its absence as the default. Many Android phone makers are opting for Bluetooth and dongles instead.

]]> Fri, 25 Aug 2023 16:36:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-usb-c-headphones/ The wireless earbud market could be about to get a new entrant, but it'll swim in the budget pool according to reports. They'll have the famous Samsung logo on them and maybe, just maybe, have the company's familiar budget name to go with it.

]]> Fri, 25 Aug 2023 10:19:44 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/this-samsung-galaxy-buds-fe-leak-is-music-to-our-ears/ HyperX has a wide range of headsets, but the heart of its lineup has always been the Cloud, in its various iterations and versions. Now it's back with the Cloud III, the latest version of this adaptable and comfortable headset.

]]> Thu, 24 Aug 2023 20:07:19 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/hyperx-cloud-iii-wireless-review/ Living in New York City I've witnessed how over-the-ear headphones have risen from a music listening medium to a fashion accessory. And while the ever-popular AirPods Max are usually the over-ear cans in the spotlight, they're not the only headphones worth attention or your money. The Beats Studio Pro feature a sleek, over-ear design ready to pair with any device (our outfit), and includes the usual luxury headphone specifications like built-in noise cancelation, Personalised Spatial Audio, and a long battery life.

]]> Thu, 24 Aug 2023 17:00:26 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/latest-and-greatest-beats-studio-pro-headphones-see-first-discount-at-100-off/ Google's lineup of Pixel Buds has been a solid success for it over the last few years, pairing excellently with its ever-popular Pixel phones and offering good-value options for Android earbuds.

]]> Wed, 23 Aug 2023 19:31:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-clean-google-pixel-buds/ As a proud audiophile, I think it's worth investing in a solid pair of noise-canceling earbuds or headphones to you can also tune out the world and just focus on your music. While the latest noise-canceling or even just quality buds and cans usually come with a luxury price tag, Amazon is currently giving customers the chance to save, dropping the price of top Sony models by up to 36 per cent off. Here are three of the best deals we found.

]]> Tue, 22 Aug 2023 18:51:23 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/score-sony-linkbuds-s-for-71-off-right-now-with-this-amazon-headphone-sale/ Twelve South's AirFly is one of those devices that you may not have heard of, unless you have got on a long-haul flight, tried to connect your Bluetooth headphones or AirPods to the in-flight entertainment system and realised (too late), that it's not possible. Yes that's right, you might be able to WhatsApp from 30,000 feet, but connect your Bluetooth headphones to the entertainment system? Absolutely not.

]]> Tue, 22 Aug 2023 15:08:53 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/twelve-south-airfly-pro-review/ We love a deal here at Pocket-lint, especially when the deals are on products we love and use daily. So, when we found this deal on the Google Pixel Buds A-Series, we were absolutely thrilled. The Google Pixel Buds A-Series are already superb value for money, but this limited-time deal sees all three colour variants get a 40 per cent reduction, making them just $59, down from $99. Be quick though, as limited time deals don't stick around for long, so if you're after a pair of great wireless earbuds for a superb price, you're looking right at them.

]]> Fri, 18 Aug 2023 20:21:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/this-pixel-buds-a-series-deal-takes-them-from-affordable-to-cheap-dont-miss-out/ Bose has long been the go-to brand for some of the best noise-cancelling headphones - and for good reason. It was the first brand to bring out a pair of active noise-cancelling headphones for a consumer audience, so it's had time to really hone its performance to be one of the best.

]]> Fri, 18 Aug 2023 13:22:39 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-headphones-rumours/ It's fair to say that no other brand has had the impact on the headphones market that Beats has in the past 15 years. While their take on styling and sound might not have always pleased the audiophile crowd, there's little argument of just how much they captured public attention. They made paying (not inconsiderable) money for headphones cool again - in an era where cheap bundled buds were the go-to option for most.

]]> Thu, 17 Aug 2023 14:34:15 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-beats-headphones/ Thanks to Amazon, today is a good day for anyone looking to improve their audio listening experience. The company offers huge deals on all kinds of portable audio products from major brands like Sony, JBL, and Jabra. Whether you want over-the-ear headphones, earbuds, or a dedicated Bluetooth speaker, there's a deal for you.

]]> Wed, 16 Aug 2023 14:48:38 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/save-up-to-40-off-popular-bluetooth-speakers-and-headphones-at-amazon/ FiiO has long made a name for itself in hi-fi circles for its well-priced high-res portable music players - but its wider range of portable audio kit and headphones arguably hasn't yet built up the same legacy, outside of China at least.

]]> Mon, 14 Aug 2023 16:29:34 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/fiio-fw3-review/ Bose's QuietComfort headphones have been a mainstay in the bags of frequent travellers and commuters for years thanks to their outstanding noise cancellation.

]]> Mon, 14 Aug 2023 15:24:13 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/new-details-hint-bose-quietcomfort-ultra-could-be-the-best-bose-headphones-yet/ Whether you're heading back to the classroom or just in need of a new pair of earbuds or headphones, now is a great time to save. Many retailers are dropping prices so you can score some great savings on the back-to-school deals currently underway. In translation: you can save hundreds on some of the best noise canceling headphones available right now.

]]> Fri, 11 Aug 2023 21:39:13 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-headphone-deals/ Apple offers several AirPods within its portfolio. The AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) are the most recent, announced in September 2022, and they succeed the orignal AirPods Pro that arrived in 2019. The AirPods (3rd Generation) arrived in October 2021 and they sit below the AirPods Pro 2 in terms of price and features, but above the older - though still available - second generation of AirPods from early 2019. The original AirPods are now completely discontinued.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 09:52:26 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/new-apple-airpods-vs-old-apple-airpods/ The Beats Studio3 is an excellent pair of wireless noise-canceling headphones that fit snuggly over your ear to further immerse you in your music and podcasts without interference from the outside world. You can get them on Amazon for $169.99, a massive discount off the $349.95 retail price. This is the lowest price these high-end headphones have sold for since Black Friday 2022.

]]> Mon, 31 Jul 2023 19:29:18 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/beats-studio3-hit-lowest-price-since-black-friday/ Gaming earbuds remain a relatively niche part of two markets - a Venn Diagram between those looking for a gaming headset and those looking for some new true wireless earbuds.

]]> Fri, 28 Jul 2023 14:08:56 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/razer-hammerhead-pro-hyperspeed-review/ Bose makes some of the very best headphones in the business, with its particular expertise coming in the realm of noise-cancelling - tech that helps to dull the world around you to make it easier to concentrate on your music.

]]> Thu, 27 Jul 2023 14:05:26 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/bose-headphone-savings-heading-back-to-school/ While many people are turning to the best true wireless earbuds for their audio needs on the go, there are still those people who prefer to lose themselves in their music using a pair of proper over-ear cans.

]]> Thu, 27 Jul 2023 05:35:50 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-wireless-headphones/ Sony has released the fifth generation of its WF-1000X buds, promising to bring with them improved noise cancelling, better sound quality and their best call quality yet. Considering the WF-1000XM4 are some of our most recommended true wireless in-ear buds, how do they compare with the new WF-1000XM5, should you upgrade or should you bag a bargain with the XM4s left on sale? Read on for our breakdown of how these two headphones compare.

]]> Mon, 24 Jul 2023 19:51:41 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/sony-wf-1000xm5-vs-sony-wf-1000xm4/