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A huge leak reveals the sequel to Sony's 5-star budget ANC earbuds, including specs and a cool new see-through look
By Henry St Leger published
Two years after Sony released some of the best budget earbuds on the market, the electronics manufacturer looks set to do it again.

Best open ear headphones 2025
By Becca Caddy last updated
Stay aware with the best open-ear headphones and air-conduction buds for running outdoors, sports, and more.

Huawei just unveiled fully waterproof IP57-rated open earbuds and I think they could be the bargain of 2025
By Becky Scarrott published
Like the look of Beats' new Powerbeats Pro 2 but want to bag a fully-waterproof design –and a significant saving? Huawei's got just the thing…

I tested JBL's cheap USB-C wired earbuds with a built-in DAC for a week, and they're great value… with one design flaw
By Harry Padoan published
The JBL Tune 305C have impressive functionality, but their loose fit can cause a few issues.

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2: everything you need to know about Beats' all-new athletic earbuds
By Jacob Krol last updated
Updated Beats' much-teased Powerbeats Pro 2 arrived on February 11, so here's the scoop on the sports-centric earbuds from Apple's subsidiary brand.

Technics EAH-AZ100 vs Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds: I tested both these noise-cancelling earbuds, and here's how they compare
By Simon Lucas published
Bose's best buds vs Technics' technical triumph – I've compared both directly

The best earbuds for small ears 2025
By Becky Scarrott last updated
My pick of the best earbuds for those with a smaller ear canal, tragus or concha, however much you're able to spend.

I tested the Sonos Ace against Bowers & Wilkins Px8, and which one to pick comes down to how much you focus on music or movies
By Simon Lucas published
Two premium brands with rather different histories of headphone manufacture go head to head.

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones vs Sonos Ace: which wireless headphones are best for you?
By Simon Lucas published
Looking for some premium headphones? Let's dig into all the little details that make the big differences.

I tested these re-released classic wired earbuds with dual USB-C and 3.5mm connectivity for a week, and now I’m thinking of ditching my Bluetooth pair
By Harry Padoan published
The re-released Master & Dynamic ME05 are an outstanding pair of wired earbuds with style to match their super sound quality.
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