This $300 Neck Speaker by Sony Is Choked by Its Own Limitations
Let’s say you want to listen to high-quality surround sound without a sound bar or headphones. Or maybe you want to annoy someone trying to enjoy a book on the…
What to Look For When Buying Wireless Earbuds
Sony’s WF-1000XM5 buds.Photo: Andrew Liszewski / Gizmodo Some earbuds are treble-heavy, while others are more inclined towards bass. This is a purely personal preference, so it’s a good idea to…
These Are the Best Budget Headphones Under $150
Let’s face it: while some of the best headphones we’ve tested sound incredible, they don’t come cheap. Believe it or not, there are plenty of affordable options out there that…
7 Most Popular Headphone Myths, Debunked
Photo: Dua Rashid / Gizmodo Bass ultimately depends on driver performance, which includes both the size and quality of the driver. Consumers tend to ignore the latter and focus on…
The Best Speakers to Buy in 2024
If you’re looking to fill your life with more sound, there’s nothing like a good speaker. After thorough testing, we have a reliable list of the best speakers you can…
Sony’s New Concert Headphones Are All About That Bass
Photo: Dua Rashid / Gizmodo This new ‘Ult’ button on the Ult Wear is responsible for increasing sound pressure and bass depending on how many times it’s pressed. My early…
The Quiet Danger of Noise-Canceling Headphones
Noise-canceling headphones offer a tech bro’s solution to the world of sound. They deem everything in your natural environment as “noise” that can be canceled out, allowing you to purely…
Best Running Earbuds in 2024
I have been running on and off for quite some time. Since I can’t deal with the gross heat and sweat buildup that even the best over-ear headphones lead to…
JBL Live 770NC Review: Heavy Bass and a Crazy-Long Battery Life
JBL Live 770NC Headphones JBL’s latest mid-range headphones offer the kind of bass that would be fun at the gym. They also take forever to die on you and feel…
What Is Active Noise Cancellation and Why Do I Need It in My Headphones?
You’ve probably seen the letters ‘ANC’ everywhere when shopping for headphones or earbuds. But you’ve probably got a vague idea of what ANC does and often wondered if you really…