Audio

Our audio coverage stretches from cheap earbuds to throw in your bag, up to hi-res DACs that can add extra dimensions of sound to your favorite music. The world of audio has changed a lot with the rise of higher-quality wireless and digital sound – streaming services offer better-than-CD quality, and you can beam it to speakers all over the house over Wi-Fi or next-gen Bluetooth options.
That’s unlocked a world of new devices where hi-fi meets modern conveniences, and we’re always looking to find the best new ideas in the audio world.
Our audio experts love products from the top to the bottom of the budget range – we love a cheap Bluetooth speaker that sounds great at the beach just as much as we love expensive wired headphones driven from a beautiful valve amplifier.
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Best open ear headphones 2025
By Becca Caddy, Becky Scarrott last updated
Stay aware with the best open-ear headphones and air-conduction buds for running outdoors, sports, yoga and more.

This tiny, cheap box upgrades any speakers with Wi-Fi multi-room streaming, including Hi-Res Audio support
By Carrie Marshall published
It may be small, it may be sweet, but it knows how to stream your beats.

Best Bose headphones 2025
By Becky Scarrott last updated
Updated In this guide, we test and recommemd the best Bose headphones, from wireless over-ear headphones to noise cancelling earbuds.

Don't miss this rare chance to get Apple AirPods 4 for only $99.99
By Paul Hatton published
The Apple AirPods 4 drop back to their lowest-ever price at Amazon.

Sharp Osaka review: The DAB radio to take on your travels, but not for audiophile sound quality
By Jennifer Allen published
Straight to the point with plenty of easy-to-store stations, the Sharp Osaka DAB radio is a solid option for an even better price

Here’s your first hands-on look at the Star Wars: Grogu, Mandalorian, R2-D2, and Darth Vader earbuds
By Jacob Krol published
Star Wars has collaborated with Audio-Technica for four custom earbuds, and TechRadar has your exclusive first-look hands-on experience with all four.

The best stereo speakers 2025
By Becky Scarrott last updated
Buying Guide The best stereo speakers to deck out your home audio system.

The best portable DACs 2025
By Becky Scarrott last updated
Updated The best headphone DACs (or digital-to-analogue converters) are a must-buy accessory for audio-lovers.
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