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1More Dual Driver ANC Pro review: Listen to this

1More's newest headphones, the Dual Driver ANC Pro Wireless, offer 20 hours of battery life, active noise cancellation, and solid-but-affordable sound quality.
Razer Opus

Razer Opus wireless headphones review: A budget ANC champ

Razer has released its newest headphones, the Razer Opus, a lifestyle product that aims to affordably provide solid sound quality and good noise cancellation.
Microsoft Surface Earbuds

Microsoft Surface Earbuds review: Productivity for a price

Microsoft's new Surface Earbuds are designed to integrate seamlessly with productivity-focused software, while also incorporating competitive everyday features.
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Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 review: Now a competitor

Microsoft's first-gen Surface Headphones were surprisingly good but also way overpriced. The Surface Headphones 2's lower price takes them from good to great.
Sony WF-XB700 earbuds

Sony WF-XB700 earbuds review: Affordable fun

Sony's new true wireless earbuds, the WF-XB700, feature solid battery life, an IPX4 water-resistance rating, and Sony's Extra Bass branding for a cost of $130.
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Google Pixel Buds 2 review: New design, better sound

Google's second-generation Pixel Buds, the company's first true wireless product, have tons of features built-in and a reimagined design for a more secure fit.
Motorola Tech3 True Wireless Earbuds

Motorola Tech3 review: Wireless earbuds without range anxiety

True wireless earbuds are great, but they eventually run out of juice, and you can't plug them into your phone. Motorola's Tech3 solve both problems for $100.
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Sony WH-CH710N headphones review: A wireless value

Sony's new WH-CH710N headphones provide a more budget-friendly alternative to the company's flagship model, while still offering solid features for their cost.
Shure Aonic 50 headphones

Shure Aonic 50 headphones review: Uncompromising audio quality

Shure's newly released Aonic 50 wireless headphones put an emphasis on sound quality, while still managing to incorporate some solid features into the mix.
Shure AONIC 215 earphones

Shure Aonic 215 review: Solid sound, unique package

Shure's new AONIC 215 represent a unique approach to true wireless earbuds, offering solid sound in an over-the-ear format that's comfortable while on the go.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 review: The best sound

Sennheiser's second-generation true wireless earbuds, rolling out in April 2020, are coming packed with improved battery life and active noise cancellation.
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Beats Powerbeats 4 Review: Exercise in bass

The new Beats Powerbeats 4 add an array of new features and change up the design from the Powerbeats 3 they replace, but still manage to come in at $50 less.
1More Stylish True Wireless Earbuds

1More Stylish Review: One of the best just got better

1More’s Stylish true wireless earbuds have AirPods-beating battery life, sweatproofing, and an extremely ergonomic design, all for $100 -- an exceptional value.
House of Marley Redemption ANC

House of Marley Redemption ANC review: Sustainable sound

House of Marley has released the Redemption ANC, the brands new true wireless earbuds complete with active noise cancellation and a sustainable design.
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Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 review

The Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 are meant to replace the vaunted QC 35 II. We dig into the Bose 700’s new look and sound to find out if they succeeded.
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Samsung Galaxy Buds+ review: Slick and simple, with monster battery life

Samsung's Galaxy Buds are back in the form of the updated Galaxy Buds+. With new features and 11 hours of battery life per charge, this is a stellar sequel.
Sennheiser HD 450BT ANC Headphones

Sennheiser HD 450BT headphones review: Good value, with some caveats

Sennheiser's HD 450BT headphones have lots going for them, from crazy-long battery life to impressive noise canceling. That's not to say they're without issues.
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TCL SOCL500TWS wireless earbuds hands-on: You get what you pay for

TCL's first true wireless earbuds available in the U.S. have finally landed just ahead of CES 2020. Offering impressive battery life and water resistance at just $80, these earbuds promise a lot of value at a very low price point. But in this market, it takes more than that to impress.
Bowers and Wilkins PX7

Bowers and Wilkins PX7 wireless headphones review

Making a splash in the wireless, noise-canceling headphones space is no easy feat considering the excellent products from Sony, Bose, and others. The B&W PX7 manage to do it with their distinctive blend of top-tier materials and awesome sound. But are they worth $400?
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Master and Dynamic MW07 Plus Review: Best wireless sound

Master and Dynamic's MW07 wireless earbuds were a big hit in 2018, but their battery life left something to be desired -- and the competition has only gotten stronger. With tons of new features and nearly triple the battery, the MW07 are a whole new bag. But can they keep up with the crowd?
A person holding the Beats Powerbeats Pro.

Beats Powerbeats Pro review: Great design, with a flaw

Beats’ first true wireless earbuds leverage tech from Apple, including the H1 chip inside the AirPods 2, in a larger design that nearly doubles the battery life
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Master and Dynamic MH40 Wireless headphones review

On the fifth anniversary of its first product, Master and Dynamic is back with a new wireless version of its classic MH40 headphones. All of the original details remain, but the $299 MH40 Wireless are much lighter and now have an 18-hour battery life to power their Bluetooth connection to your devices.

Beats Solo Pro review: Better Beats

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House of Marley Exodus ANC headphones review: Balancing act

House of Marley Exodus ANC headphones check a lot of boxes. They're reasonably priced, made of sustainable materials, and offer up a balanced sound that most people will really enjoy. They're also super comfy. But there are a few drawbacks which might give you pause before buying. Here's our full review.
Skullcandy Vert Headphones

Skullcandy Vert review: Wireless buds for the mountain

Wireless headphones and earbuds are rapidly becoming our defacto choice of audio companion thanks to their wire-free convenience. But using their button or touch controls with gloves on is a thankless task. The $80 Skullcandy Vert are the perfect solution to this problem, but not everyone will like how they sound.
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Jaybird Vista true wireless earbuds review: Ready to tweak

After two prior mediocre attempts, Jaybird scores a win with the Vista true wireless earbuds, a lightweight and comfortable pair that also bring real customization to how they sound. You can easily tweak these earbuds to fit your preferences.
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Microsoft Surface Earbuds hands-on review

Microsoft's got a brand new bag with its own pair of fully wireless earbuds, dubbed the Surface Earbuds. Ostensibly AirPods competitors, the Earbuds put their own spin on wireless sound, including a new way to interact with Microsoft software, translation, and touch controls, all at a hefty price.
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Skullcandy Crusher ANC hands-on review

Skullycandy matches its penchanrt for massive bass and clean styling with some impressive new features, including noise cancellation, customized sound, and more. The Skullcandy Crusher ANC are looking to compete with the big boys, and they're priced accordingly. But can they hold their own?
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Sennheiser Momentum Wireless 3 review: Your ears will love it

The Sennheiser Momentum 3 noise-canceling headphones skirt the line between business and pleasure, offering an intuitive and accessible interface and gorgeous sound for listening both at home and on the go. While their noise-cancelling can't beat the best, it's hard not to fall for these gorgeous cans.
Bose Quiet Comfort 35 II review

Bose QuietComfort 35 II review

The Bose Noise Cancelling Headphone 700 may be the latest and greatest, but don’t count the company’s QC35 II out just yet. At $50 less than Bose’s new flagship, these mainstay cans still make the most sense for most people. We’ll explore just why that is in this review.
Klipsch T5 True Wireless Hands-on

Klipsch T5 True Wireless review

Klipsch’s new true wireless headphones are a classy, high-end pair of AirPod killers with better battery life, water resistance, and one of the prettiest charging cases you’ll ever see. In our review, we take a look at what makes these brand new headphones contenders for your dollars.
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House of Marley Liberate Air review

House of Marley’s first ever true wireless headphones offer sustainable materials and have great battery life. With gorgeous bamboo accents, they’re also some of the prettiest headphones you can buy. But even with all that going for them, a few small issues keep them off the top of our shopping list.
JLab Epic Air Sport

JLab Epic Air Sport review

With excellent battery life, great controls, and fantastic dust and water resistance, JLab’s latest workout buds are the new pair to beat, taking everything we like about the Powerbeats Pro but lopping a healthy $100 off the price tag. If you’re looking to break a sweat and never want to worry about losing an earbud, these are the headphones for you.
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Aftershokz Aeropex wireless bone conducting headphones review

Aftershokz has made its name in audio with open-ear, bone-conduction headphones that are tailor-made for your workout. The Aeropex are its smallest, sleekest, and best-sounding pair yet. If you’re looking for a way to keep your ears open and your tunes rolling, they’re a great choice.
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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.

When he’s not writing, editing, or shooting video, Phil serves as president of the Pensacola Youth Soccer 501(c)(3) nonprofit, has worked on multiple local political campaigns and is a part-time photographer and videographer. He’s also a candidate for Pensacola City Council, District 1.

Phil is a native of Pensacola, where he resides with his wife, daughters and a dog named Max.

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