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Headphones are a mainstay in the realm of consumer tech. Thankfully, Digital Trends’ reviews allow you to compare headphones based on rating, type, usage, and more.
Apple AirPods 4 review: a bit better than basic
The AirPods 4 won't win any innovation prizes, but if you want a set of buds that just work and won't plug your ears with silicone, they're a great choice.
Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 In-Ear True Wireless Earbuds review: what we’ve been waiting for
Bowers & Wilkins is known for creating exceptional audio experiences, and its new Pi8 earbuds continue that legacy.
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 review: tiny, terrific earbuds
Google's latest earbuds are astonishingly small and light, yet offer better ANC and sound quality than the first-gen Pixel Buds Pro.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (2024) review: amazing everyday earbuds
Bose's second-gen QuietComfort Earbuds cut the price dramatically, yet preserve the full Bose experience.
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds review: This is how you do spatial audio
A handful of audio upgrades make the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds worth a look.
Apple AirPods 4 with ANC review: Noise cancellation for the masses
The Apple AirPods 4 with ANC offer real active noise canceling. But should you buy them? We'll help with that decision
JBL Tour Pro 3 review: Who could ask for anything more?
JBL's feature-rich Tour Pro earbuds get even more features this time, and better all-around performance.
Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 review: better audio for the active set
The OpenRun Pro 2 take what Shokz has done well — open-ear headphones for active types of folks — and made them sound much better.
Earfun Air Pro 4 review: the best budget wireless earbuds on the planet
Earfun's new flagship noise-canceling earbuds once again set a new standard for value and performance under $100.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro review: say goodbye to AirPods envy
Samsung's newest wireless earbuds may look and function like Apple AirPods, but the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro still manage to impress on their own strengths.
Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 review: smooth sound that goes the distance
Cambridge Audio brings its AB amplification to wireless earbuds, with impressive results.
Sennheiser Accentum True Wireless review: better comfort, same great sound
Sennheiser's latest wireless earbuds are understated and more affordable than the company's flagship earbuds -- they're also a lot more comfortable.
Beats Solo Buds review: budget wireless earbuds that get the basics right
The Beats Solo Buds are as stripped-down as wireless earbuds get, all for the low price of $80. But did the feature-slashing go too far?
Sonos Ace review: These headphones are almost as awesome as we’d hoped
The Sonos Ace are a superb set of wireless headphones that have the potential to become a must-have accessory for Sonos owners.
These cheap sleep earbuds do one thing better than almost all the others
Sleep routines are incredibly personal, but will your preferences match the 1More Z30 Sleeping Earbuds' strengths? We find out in our in-depth review.
I used headphones that work in the water — and now out of it, too
The Shokz OpenSwim Pro add Bluetooth for use on land and make these swimming headphones that much better.
Shokz OpenFit Air review: more affordable, just as safe
The Shokz OpenFit Air are more affordable (but still excellent) options for earbuds if you need to hear the world around you.
Sony ULT Wear headphones review: press twice for crazy bass
Sony's new midrange headphones are a kick in the head when it comes to bass, and their price will be music to your ears.
Beats Solo 4 review: a slew of upgrades keep this fan favorite current
Beats takes its wildly popular Solo on-ear wireless headphones to the next level with spatial and lossless audio.
I reviewed a pair of tiny earbuds that helped me sleep better
Trouble sleeping? The tiny, sleep-friendly Anker Soundcore Sleep A20 earbuds could help. We've tried them out.
Sennheiser Momentum Sport earbuds take your temperature the easy way
The Sennheiser Momentum Sport squeezed a thermometer in the earbuds. The real question is whether you actually need that sort of stat in your daily workout.
Baseus Eli Sport 1 review: killer open-ear value
The Baseus Eli Sport 1 offer all of the benefits of open-ear listening at a very accessible price.
PSB M4U TWM wireless earbuds review: zero frills, stunning sound
PSB Speakers' M4U TWM explore what happens when you focus exclusively on sound quality, with spectacular results.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 review: Sennheiser’s best wireless earbuds yet
Sennheiser's Momentum True Wireless 4 keep their top notch ergonomics while offering Sennheiser fans improvements across the board.
Bose Wireless Charging Case Cover review: the accessory that shouldn’t be necessary
The Bose Wireless Charging Case Cover is, unfortunately, a necessary accessory if you want to charge your Bose earbuds wirelessly. Here's what you should know.
Bose Ultra Open Earbuds review: the weird design works
Bose's unusual take on wireless earbud design provides access to music and the world around you.
Pulse Elite review: PS5’s new headset is best by default
Sony's Pulse Elite headset offers great audio and innovative design features, even if its PlayStation Link integration raises some questions.
H2O Audio SnowPro headphones review: a no-go for skiers
If you're looking for a pair of headphones to bring to the slopes, the H2O SnowPros will have you fussing too much with them, on and off the mountain.
Sony CRE-C10 OTC hearing aids review: effective hearing help is finally more affordable
Sony's first hearing aids, the CRE-C10, are tiny, comfortable, and give you just the right amount of hearing help – for way less than the established brands.
Audio-Technica ATH-TWX7 review: ultra-comfy noise cancellation
Audio-Technica brings its signature blend of top-notch sound quality and ergonomic design to a great set of noise-canceling earbuds.
Dali IO-12 review: incredible wired and wireless sound, no app required
Dali's latest headphones go all-out on sound quality and luxurious comfort, with a price to match.
Back Bay FirstClass 70 review: budget buds that beat the big brands
In the world of sub-$100 wireless earbuds, there's plenty of choice, but not always plenty of value. The Back Bay FirstClass 70 are the exception.
EarFun Free Pro 3 review: featherweight earbuds with a big bass punch
When it comes to the sub-$100 category, no one does it better than EarFun, and the Free Pro 3 are the proof.
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Phil spent the 2000s making newspapers with the Pensacola (Fla.) News Journal, the 2010s with Android Central and then the personality behind Modern Dad, and is currently an editor with Digital Trends. Phil’s online work has taken him all over the United States, as well as Europe and Asia for conferences such as CES, IFA, Mobile World Congress, and all the various one-offs from companies like Google, Samsung, LG, Facebook and the like.
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