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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.

The Anker Soundcore Boom 2 Plus is a bass-heavy Bluetooth speaker that I love for blasting party bangers
By Harry Padoan published
The Anker Soundcore Boom 2 Plus is a nice upgrade on its standard-sized sibling, but it’s a tad short of greatness.

I reviewed Sony's LinkBuds Speaker, and it's the Bluetooth speaker that best fits into my real home life, thanks to unique features
By Tom Bedford published
A speaker is for life, not just for parties

Meze Audio 105 AER open-backed headphones are a lesson to high-end audio brands: you can let us mere mortals in on it too
By Simon Lucas published
A tale in which Meze Audio, pace-setters where high-end headphones are concerned, decides to drop some of its talent on us mere mortals who exist in the mainstream...

I tested the Bose QuietComfort headphones and the noise-cancelling is still flagship quality – but that's not the full story
By Becca Caddy published
If you want great noise-cancelling, a supremely comfortable fit and zero fuss, and don't mind the few missing flagship features, these Bose over-ear headphones are for you.

I tested the Gadhouse Duke & Roy turntable system and it sounded like warm milk – and not in a good way…
By Simon Lucas published
The Gadhouse Duke & Roy turntable and powered speakers sound system struggles sonically, to the extent that all the kit still isn't really worth the affordable price.

The Tribit Stormbox Blast 2 shook me to my core and became my new go-to Bluetooth speaker for parties
By Harry Padoan published
The Tribit Stormbox Blast 2 is the perfect party speaker, boasting massive sound and phenomenal battery life.

KEF LSX II LT review: the best small hi-res wireless stereo speakers you can buy for the price
By Simon Lucas published
KEF's mastery of the ‘all in two’ speaker system comes down to its keenest price so far.

Earfun Air 2 NC review: budget earbuds that impress with tailored ANC and sound, though their design lacks refinement
By Harry Padoan published
If you’re looking for strong ANC and sound quality at an easy-to-swallow price, look no further.

Noble FoKus Rex5 review: well-built true wireless earbuds that err on the expensive and make you think – 'when is green too green?'
By Simon Lucas published
The Noble FoKus Rex5 true wireless earbuds have detailed sound and great build quality but average noise-cancellation and low-end issues make them so expensive.
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