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Best Beats headphones 2025 for all budgets, as tested and recommended by TechRadar
By Matt Bolton last updated
Buying Guide From wireless over-ear headphones to workout earbuds: there's a pair of the best Beats headphones to suit everyone.

The best waterproof speakers for 2024
By Becky Scarrott last updated
Updated We've tested the best waterproof speakers you can buy right now, so you can enjoy the great outdoors without a care.

Best on-ear headphones 2025, tested and recommended by our expert reviewers, across all budgets
By Matt Bolton last updated
Buying Guide Looking for the best on-ear headphones? Check out our top picks from Sony, JBL, Grado and more.

Best headphones for TV 2025: home theater without the speakers, all tested by our experts
By Matt Bolton last updated
Buying guide Meet the best headphones for movies or TV viewing, with specialized features such as Dolby Atmos spatial audio.

Best party speakers 2025 for all budgets, chosen by our expert audio reviewers
By Becky Scarrott last updated
Want a wireless speaker with enough bounce for a banging party? We've got picks for all sizes of shindig, whatever your budget.

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.

The best, most Apple-friendly AirPlay speakers 2025
By Becky Scarrott last updated
Buying Guide Here are the best AirPlay speakers to stream audio from your iPhone, iPad or MacBook using Apple AirPlay 2.

The best wired headphones 2025
By Becky Scarrott last updated
We pick out the best wired headphones for big audio upgrades, no matter how much you want to spend.
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