https://www.pocket-lint.com Welcome to Pocket-lint, for the latest electronic product reviews, including news on gadgets, digital cameras, home cinema, audio, cars and mobile phones. Fri, 22 Sep 2023 20:42:30 GMT en-US hourly 60 Wireless headphones have become the mainstream listening medium, and even to listen to music on any iPhone since the age-old iPhone 7, you either need a pair of Bluetooth headphones, a 3.5mm to Lightning adapter (no longer included in the box since 2018) or a pair of wired Lightning headphones, that connect to the Lightning port. And now that the iPhone 15 has officially ditched the Lightning port for the USB-C slot to comply with the EU's mandate, it's changing things up yet again.

]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2023 22:31:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-lightning-headphones/ One of the biggest changes in the latest wave of Apple products is the company finally abandoning their proprietary Lightning charging cord for the much more universal USB-C, which is superior in just about every way. That means that the new AirPods Pro 2nd Generation will get their juice differently (as will the iPhone 15). If you don't already have a USB-C charger around the house, now's a great time to pick one up. Here are our top USB-C chargers for the newest Apple AirPods Pro 2.

]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2023 20:42:30 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-usb-c-chargers-for-apple-airpods-pro-2nd-generation/ Apple's AirPods are some of the most iconic wireless earbuds on the market. And while there's been many iterations over the years, including the most recent, USB-C equipped, AirPods Pro 2nd Gen all models share a common flaw: they're painfully easy to lose. Even with the built-in "Find My" technology, roughly 17 per cent of AirPods owners have lost at least a single AirPod or misplaced the case throughout their listening time. That's why a simple investment in a lanyard for your charging case can make a huge difference.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 21:03:26 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/bebest-lanyard-cases-for-the-second-gen-airpods-pro-2/ It's offical, in just a few weeks, starting on October 10th and running through the 11th Amazon will hold another Prime Day event, it's Prime-member exclusive "Big Deal Days" just ahead of Black Friday and Cyber Monday. And if you're looking to get your hands on a new pair of AirPods to block out the holiday craziness or to snag the earliest of savings on gifts, you don't have to wait until October.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 16:30:29 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-prime-day-airpods-deals/ Choosing your next great pair of headphones has gotten a lot more complicated than it used to be. Few smartphones have headphone jacks and the world seems to belong to AirPods - and earbud models that look like AirPods. A few things remain consistent, though: headphones have to sound good, they have to be comfortable to wear, and they ideally should give you some amount of control over what you hear in the world around you. Few companies hit it out of the park in all three categories as frequently as Sony - and Sony headphones are experts at active noise cancelation and sounding fantastic.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 15:41:55 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-sony-headphones/ When looking for the best headphones for the gym, running or other workouts, priorities are slightly different from when you're trying to hunt down headphones for casual listening.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 02:30:30 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-workout-headphones/ Great sound doesn't need to cost a fortune, and the best cheap earbuds offer premium features like Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), virtual assistant compatibility, and easy app control. There's no compromise on build quality either, and most affordable options include some level of water resistance to protect them against rain and sweat, making them perfect for long runs or rides.

]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2023 15:53:32 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-cheap-earbud/ Apple has released an update to its AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) wireless earbuds that, well, isn't really an update at all. The changes are so minimal that the updated model doesn't even have a new name, leaving us to have to comprehend unwieldy phrases such as 'the new USB-C Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation)' and 'the old Lightning Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation)'.

]]> Tue, 19 Sep 2023 20:12:50 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/new-airpods-pro-2nd-gen-usb-c-vs-old-airpods-pro-2nd-gen-differences-compared/ The first-generation Apple AirPods Pro introduced active noise cancellation (ANC) to the popular wireless in-ear headphones. The company didn't rest on its laurels however, with additional features added to the second-generation AirPods Pro (both the Lightning and USB-C models) that make the audio experience even better. Features such as Adaptive Audio and Conversation Awareness make it even easier to get the sound that you want from your AirPods without having to fiddle with the settings.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 21:43:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-personalised-volume-on-airpods-how-does-it-work-and-how-do-i-get-it/ Being able to mute a call is sometimes vital. If you need to speak to someone else without the caller hearing, or you've just stubbed your toe and can't resist the urge to swear loudly, being able to quickly mute yourself can be a real lifesaver.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 19:56:30 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-mute-and-end-calls-on-airpods/ Apple's brand new AirPods Pro 2nd generation with a USB-C MagSafe Case are already on sale at Best Buy. You can pre-order a pair with a $50 discount, which as far as Apple products go, is pretty great. As we all know, that's the discount level they love most. While with most models from the big company you'd have to wait for months before a solid deal popped up, you're getting this one before the product is even on shelves.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 17:01:18 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/save-50-on-the-new-usb-c-airpods-pro-2-with-this-best-buy-pre-order-offer/ Apple's AirPods Pro (second generation) have some great noise cancellation features that ensure that the outside world doesn't encroach on your listening enjoyment. You can immerse yourself in your favourite music or block out the world with the latest episode of your favourite podcast. Sometimes, however, you might need to be able to hear the outside world, just for a little while at least. If you bump into someone you meet, for example, not being able to hear a word they're mumbling at you isn't ideal.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 14:16:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-conversation-awareness-for-airpods-how-does-it-work-and-how-do-i-get-it/ Apple announced a number of new devices at its September event, some of which saw bigger upgrades than others. Take the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus and you'll see some huge upgrades on these devices compared to their predecessors. The same can probably be said for the iPhone 15 Pro models too, especially in the case of the iPhone 15 Pro Max.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 13:31:26 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/should-i-upgrade-to-the-new-airpods-pro-2nd-generation-with-magsafe-and-usb-c/ Apple announced the AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) during its iPhone 14 event back in September 2022, and they were - and still are - excellent. At the time of their launch, they offered a range new features, a couple of design changes - like the addition of volume control to the stem - and they delivered excellent performance.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 13:01:26 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/apple-airpods-pro-2nd-generation-usb-c-review/ Over the past few years, smartphone manufacturers have facilitated the boom in wireless headphones by removing the 3.5mm headphone jack, which used to be a mainstay feature on all portable devices. That meant wireless technology had to get better, and Qualcomm has been one of the biggest names at the forefront of that change.

]]> Fri, 15 Sep 2023 13:35:30 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-aptx-hd-and-which-devices-support-it/ The Apple iPhone 15 line-up may not have arrived with any huge headline-grabbing upgrades, but there was one big change that caused a stir, and that was the move from Apple's proprietary charging solution, via the Lightning connector, to the more universal charging format, USB-C.

]]> Fri, 15 Sep 2023 12:14:14 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-usb-c-headphones-for-iphone-15/ You only get one chance to make a first impression, right? And it's safe to say that, while there's absolutely nothing wrong with the way they're constructed and finished, or with the materials from which they're built, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones don't look or feel anything remarkable.

]]> Thu, 14 Sep 2023 19:44:19 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-headphones-hands-on/ If you keep your ear to the ground in the world of consumer tech, then you may well have heard the rumours about Bose's next big launch - and it is finally here, with three new products announced across the breadth of its QuietComfort headphones range.

]]> Thu, 14 Sep 2023 18:30:16 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/bose-goes-ultra-with-game-changing-updates-to-quietcomfort-headphone-line-up/ Bone conduction headphones differ from traditional in or over-ear headphones in a pretty big way: They don't actually sit in -or- on your ears. Yes, you heard that right, instead snuggly fitting within your ear, bone conduction headphones wrap around your head and deliver sound via vibrations. Providing a more open sound, far from active noise cancelling (ANC) capabilities of many wireless earbuds on the market, the ear canal remains free, with no obtruding speaker that could overwork your eardrums. This way of listening helps provide more situational awareness to the surrounding environment, which is especially great for outdoor activities like running and cycling so that you can still stream music without the risk of being run over.

]]> Thu, 14 Sep 2023 17:59:36 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-bone-conduction-headphones/ AirPods have long since conquered the world - Apple's earbuds, in a variety of models, are by far the most recognisable earbuds on the market, and with good reason.

]]> Wed, 13 Sep 2023 17:00:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-airpods-accessory/ If you're waiting for Samsung to announce some new, budget earbuds it doesn't look like you're going to have to wait all that much longer. The Galaxy Buds FE look set to launch sooner rather than later, with a new leak essentially confirming as much.

]]> Wed, 13 Sep 2023 16:33:17 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/here-are-samsungs-galaxy-buds-fe-after-the-most-unusual-of-leaks/ With so much going on during Apple's Wonderlust event on 12 September it would have been very easy to miss some things. Much of the focus was understandably on the new iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro lineups, but there was plenty else to take in. Including slightly refreshed earbuds.

]]> Wed, 13 Sep 2023 15:09:15 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/you-might-have-missed-this-important-airpods-announcement-at-apples-iphone-15-launch/ Devialet has announced its second pair of true wireless headphones, the Devialet Gemini II.

]]> Wed, 13 Sep 2023 01:53:45 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/devialets-gemini-ii-are-a-pair-of-seriously-luxurious-true-wireless-earbuds/ From headphones to CarPlay, Bluetooth is essentially the standard for pairing and streaming these days. As seamless as it can be, it also makes it incredibly annoying when you want to use Bluetooth on something, and it's unavailable. It happens more often than you'd think, especially while traveling - as most AirPlanes have not kept up with the Bluetooth wave. Plus, with more companies developing high-end Bluetooth headphones in addition to a solid wired headphone line-up, a Bluetooth headphone adapter makes for a great solution.

]]> Mon, 11 Sep 2023 15:05:42 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-bluetooth-headphone-adapter/ Apple's Spatial Audio was introduced with iOS 14 in September 2020 and has evolved a fair amount over time. It is Apple's answer to Dolby Atmos for Headphones and Sony's 360 Reality Audio, creating a virtual 3D surround sound effect in a stereo pair of headphones. It virtualises an audio mix that surrounds you, making it seem you are in the heart of the action.

]]> Mon, 11 Sep 2023 12:34:30 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-apple-spatial-audio-how-does-it-work-how-to-get-it/ Whether you're looking for some of the best noise-cancelling headphones or simply a solid pair wireless headphones to provide your morning commute entertainment, there are loads of options on the market for both over-ear cans and in-ear buds that sit snuggly in your ear.

]]> Wed, 06 Sep 2023 16:20:28 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-headphone-and-earbud-deals/ When AirPods first hit the scene we were all blown away at how easy the connecting and pairing process was. For years, connecting devices to your phone meant digging through Bluetooth settings and usually meant fiddling around with a button or buttons on the device to make sure they could discover and connect to each other. With AirPods, Apple did away with all that fuss and made it as simple as tapping a button.

]]> Wed, 06 Sep 2023 12:00:30 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-google-fast-pair-and-how-does-it-work/ Apple's AirPods Max are spectacular over-ear headphones with noise-cancellation, dynamic audio and more. However, these premium features come with a corresponding price ta, and carrying a pair of them around loose in your purse or backpack is just asking for trouble. While AppleCare will pay for repairs it's a lot smarter to pick up a carrying case for them. Thankfully, there are tons on the market that suit a variety of needs, from fashion-forward colors to tactical durability.

]]> Tue, 05 Sep 2023 21:40:35 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/the-best-airpods-max-case/ It's pretty amazing how Apple has the ability to drop a product on the market and immediately have it be a coveted get. In-ear headphones had existed for decades before the AirPods, but the Cupertino branding and sleek, white design made them a must-have for any kind of wireless audio. They naturally capitalized on success with a variety of different models, including the exceptional over-hear AirPods Max. Price drops aren't common, but right now Amazon has decent discounts on almost the entire range of AirPods.

]]> Tue, 05 Sep 2023 20:49:51 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-airpod-deals/ Labor Day is finally here, and the deals are flowing, with fantastic discounts for some of our favorite smartwatches and the best tablets. Whether you're looking for a new iPad or a Samsung tablet, Best Buy has you covered, offering some of the best discounts we've seen in a while. Of course, if you'd rather get your hands on a new pair of earbuds, some of our favorite earbud models are also on sale right now.

]]> Mon, 04 Sep 2023 16:01:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-buy-labor-sale/ Labor Day, often ubiquitous with the end of summer, also signals the start of savings season. Slashing prices off everything from big-ticket items like TVs and smart washing machines, along with hardware staples like headphones, earbuds, and internal SSDs, these Labor Day deals make some of our favorite tested and reviewed products even more tempting. Read below for the best deals we've found. For more great holiday savings, also be sure to check out the best deals going on at Best Buy's Labor Day sale right now.

]]> Mon, 04 Sep 2023 15:00:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-labor-day-deals/ Wireless earbuds: can't live without them, can't stop losing them in the couch cushions. The smart move is to have a spare pair around in case of emergencies, and these Treblab models will do the job ably - especially with half off the sticker price on Amazon using code 50NOWWX8 .

]]> Fri, 01 Sep 2023 21:51:00 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/treblab-wx8-wireless-earbuds-for-50-off-with-coupon-code/ Noise-cancelling has become a must-have feature in any good pair of wireless headphones or earbuds, whether it's used to isolate listening on a morning commute, to drown out the drone of a jet engine, or chatter at the gym when you're focused on crushing a workout.

]]> Fri, 01 Sep 2023 21:29:34 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-noise-cancelling-headphones/ Whether you're practicing for a marathon or just starting off on your Couch to 5K journey, having a pair of bone conduction headphones can help you stay both motivated and aware, offering quality sound and an open, lightweight structure. So runners who are looking to up their game should consider this awesome deal at Amazon right now because the Shokz OpenRun bone conduction headphones just dropped by 23 per cent, meaning you can score them for only $99.

]]> Wed, 30 Aug 2023 16:04:15 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/elevate-your-running-game-with-this-awesome-deal-on-the-shokz-openrun-headphones/ If you love your music but want some extra, punchy base for your tunes, you can opt for some of the best headphones on the market. While they're great, they come with a hefty price tag - and right now, you can score equally brilliant noise-canceling and bass boost for less. The Sony WH-XB910N wireless headphones just dropped in price at Best Buy in a daily deal, meaning you can save $100 if you buy them today and only spend $150 instead of the usual $250.

]]> Tue, 29 Aug 2023 17:54:12 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/this-daily-deal-from-best-buy-saves-you-100-on-sony-noise-canceling-headphones/ Soundpeats is a Chinese audio brand that wants to show you don't have to spend big to enjoy good audio on the move. The RunFree are a pair of the brand's air conduction headphones, and therefore firmly aimed at runners, gym lovers and anyone that wants their sound delivered in a way that still keeps them aware of their surroundings.

]]> Fri, 25 Aug 2023 16:49:52 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/soundpeats-runfree-review/ The headphone jack might just be dead - when Apple first got rid of it, the outcry was widespread, but we've now come to accept its absence as the default. Many Android phone makers are opting for Bluetooth and dongles instead.

]]> Fri, 25 Aug 2023 16:36:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-usb-c-headphones/ The wireless earbud market could be about to get a new entrant, but it'll swim in the budget pool according to reports. They'll have the famous Samsung logo on them and maybe, just maybe, have the company's familiar budget name to go with it.

]]> Fri, 25 Aug 2023 10:19:44 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/this-samsung-galaxy-buds-fe-leak-is-music-to-our-ears/ HyperX has a wide range of headsets, but the heart of its lineup has always been the Cloud, in its various iterations and versions. Now it's back with the Cloud III, the latest version of this adaptable and comfortable headset.

]]> Thu, 24 Aug 2023 20:07:19 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/hyperx-cloud-iii-wireless-review/ Living in New York City I've witnessed how over-the-ear headphones have risen from a music listening medium to a fashion accessory. And while the ever-popular AirPods Max are usually the over-ear cans in the spotlight, they're not the only headphones worth attention or your money. The Beats Studio Pro feature a sleek, over-ear design ready to pair with any device (our outfit), and includes the usual luxury headphone specifications like built-in noise cancelation, Personalised Spatial Audio, and a long battery life.

]]> Thu, 24 Aug 2023 17:00:26 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/latest-and-greatest-beats-studio-pro-headphones-see-first-discount-at-100-off/ Google's lineup of Pixel Buds has been a solid success for it over the last few years, pairing excellently with its ever-popular Pixel phones and offering good-value options for Android earbuds.

]]> Wed, 23 Aug 2023 19:31:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-clean-google-pixel-buds/ As a proud audiophile, I think it's worth investing in a solid pair of noise-canceling earbuds or headphones to you can also tune out the world and just focus on your music. While the latest noise-canceling or even just quality buds and cans usually come with a luxury price tag, Amazon is currently giving customers the chance to save, dropping the price of top Sony models by up to 36 per cent off. Here are three of the best deals we found.

]]> Tue, 22 Aug 2023 18:51:23 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/score-sony-linkbuds-s-for-71-off-right-now-with-this-amazon-headphone-sale/ Twelve South's AirFly is one of those devices that you may not have heard of, unless you have got on a long-haul flight, tried to connect your Bluetooth headphones or AirPods to the in-flight entertainment system and realised (too late), that it's not possible. Yes that's right, you might be able to WhatsApp from 30,000 feet, but connect your Bluetooth headphones to the entertainment system? Absolutely not.

]]> Tue, 22 Aug 2023 15:08:53 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/twelve-south-airfly-pro-review/ We love a deal here at Pocket-lint, especially when the deals are on products we love and use daily. So, when we found this deal on the Google Pixel Buds A-Series, we were absolutely thrilled. The Google Pixel Buds A-Series are already superb value for money, but this limited-time deal sees all three colour variants get a 40 per cent reduction, making them just $59, down from $99. Be quick though, as limited time deals don't stick around for long, so if you're after a pair of great wireless earbuds for a superb price, you're looking right at them.

]]> Fri, 18 Aug 2023 20:21:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/this-pixel-buds-a-series-deal-takes-them-from-affordable-to-cheap-dont-miss-out/ Bose has long been the go-to brand for some of the best noise-cancelling headphones - and for good reason. It was the first brand to bring out a pair of active noise-cancelling headphones for a consumer audience, so it's had time to really hone its performance to be one of the best.

]]> Fri, 18 Aug 2023 13:22:39 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-headphones-rumours/ It's fair to say that no other brand has had the impact on the headphones market that Beats has in the past 15 years. While their take on styling and sound might not have always pleased the audiophile crowd, there's little argument of just how much they captured public attention. They made paying (not inconsiderable) money for headphones cool again - in an era where cheap bundled buds were the go-to option for most.

]]> Thu, 17 Aug 2023 14:34:15 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-beats-headphones/ Thanks to Amazon, today is a good day for anyone looking to improve their audio listening experience. The company offers huge deals on all kinds of portable audio products from major brands like Sony, JBL, and Jabra. Whether you want over-the-ear headphones, earbuds, or a dedicated Bluetooth speaker, there's a deal for you.

]]> Wed, 16 Aug 2023 14:48:38 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/save-up-to-40-off-popular-bluetooth-speakers-and-headphones-at-amazon/ FiiO has long made a name for itself in hi-fi circles for its well-priced high-res portable music players - but its wider range of portable audio kit and headphones arguably hasn't yet built up the same legacy, outside of China at least.

]]> Mon, 14 Aug 2023 16:29:34 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/fiio-fw3-review/ Bose's QuietComfort headphones have been a mainstay in the bags of frequent travellers and commuters for years thanks to their outstanding noise cancellation.

]]> Mon, 14 Aug 2023 15:24:13 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/new-details-hint-bose-quietcomfort-ultra-could-be-the-best-bose-headphones-yet/ Whether you're heading back to the classroom or just in need of a new pair of earbuds or headphones, now is a great time to save. Many retailers are dropping prices so you can score some great savings on the back-to-school deals currently underway. In translation: you can save hundreds on some of the best noise canceling headphones available right now.

]]> Fri, 11 Aug 2023 21:39:13 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-headphone-deals/ Apple offers several AirPods within its portfolio. The AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) are the most recent, announced in September 2022, and they succeed the orignal AirPods Pro that arrived in 2019. The AirPods (3rd Generation) arrived in October 2021 and they sit below the AirPods Pro 2 in terms of price and features, but above the older - though still available - second generation of AirPods from early 2019. The original AirPods are now completely discontinued.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 09:52:26 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/new-apple-airpods-vs-old-apple-airpods/ The Beats Studio3 is an excellent pair of wireless noise-canceling headphones that fit snuggly over your ear to further immerse you in your music and podcasts without interference from the outside world. You can get them on Amazon for $169.99, a massive discount off the $349.95 retail price. This is the lowest price these high-end headphones have sold for since Black Friday 2022.

]]> Mon, 31 Jul 2023 19:29:18 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/beats-studio3-hit-lowest-price-since-black-friday/ Gaming earbuds remain a relatively niche part of two markets - a Venn Diagram between those looking for a gaming headset and those looking for some new true wireless earbuds.

]]> Fri, 28 Jul 2023 14:08:56 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/razer-hammerhead-pro-hyperspeed-review/ Bose makes some of the very best headphones in the business, with its particular expertise coming in the realm of noise-cancelling - tech that helps to dull the world around you to make it easier to concentrate on your music.

]]> Thu, 27 Jul 2023 14:05:26 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/bose-headphone-savings-heading-back-to-school/ While many people are turning to the best true wireless earbuds for their audio needs on the go, there are still those people who prefer to lose themselves in their music using a pair of proper over-ear cans.

]]> Thu, 27 Jul 2023 05:35:50 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-wireless-headphones/ Sony has released the fifth generation of its WF-1000X buds, promising to bring with them improved noise cancelling, better sound quality and their best call quality yet. Considering the WF-1000XM4 are some of our most recommended true wireless in-ear buds, how do they compare with the new WF-1000XM5, should you upgrade or should you bag a bargain with the XM4s left on sale? Read on for our breakdown of how these two headphones compare.

]]> Mon, 24 Jul 2023 19:51:41 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/sony-wf-1000xm5-vs-sony-wf-1000xm4/ How do you follow a pair of headphones so successful they become the default recommendation in their product category, even two years on from launch? That has been the job for the Sony team when developing the WF-1000XM5, the fifth generation of its ridiculously popular flagship true wireless buds.

]]> Mon, 24 Jul 2023 16:01:25 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/sony-wf-1000xm5-review/ Apple's AirPods are like Marmite: you'll either love the unconventional designs - whether the original, Airpods 3 or AirPods Pro, or you'll hate them. Chances are if you're reading this feature, you sit in the former camp with us though. Yes, they look a little odd, but they are also great.

]]> Sun, 23 Jul 2023 10:50:25 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/apple-airpods-tips-and-tricks/ Shokz is a name that's been entirely synonymous with bone conduction headphones, the perfect companion for outdoor exercise if you're rightly worried about safety and awareness.

]]> Sat, 22 Jul 2023 15:30:13 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/shokz-openfit-review/ Ever since Beats by Dre became part of Apple's family, it's been able to draw on Apple's technologies, while maintaining its fashion-forward sporty approach to design, most recently seen with the revamped Beats Studio Pro.

]]> Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:00:23 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/use-powerbeats-pro-android/ The Nintendo Switch continues to amaze us years after its launch - it's a console and a portable all-in-one, and already has a library that contains some of the very best games ever made.

]]> Fri, 21 Jul 2023 09:19:23 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-nintendo-switch-headset/ The Beats Studio Buds+ are an updated version of 2021's original Beats Studio Buds - true wireless in-ear headphones that, at launch, offered a good amount of features at a very affordable price.

]]> Thu, 20 Jul 2023 15:25:44 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/beats-studio-buds-plus-vs-beats-studio-buds-whats-the-difference/ If you're about to board a plane and need a pair of noise-canceling earbuds, right now is the perfect time to buy a pair. Wireless earbuds can be pricey, but thanks to this great deal, you can save cash and enjoy your music. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 just dropped in price by 33 per cent at Amazon, so you can score a pair for only $99.

]]> Wed, 19 Jul 2023 17:00:20 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/samsung-galaxy-buds-2-deal-for-less-than-100/ Six years after the Beats Studio 3 Wireless launched, Beats has finally introduced a successor - the Beats Studio Pro. They bring with them a number of internal improvements, including improved audio and noise cancellation, USB-C lossless audio over a wired connection and even a smidge more battery life.

]]> Wed, 19 Jul 2023 14:13:41 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/beats-studio-pro-vs-beats-studio-3-wireless/ While Beats as a brand has diversified its line up significantly over the years, to anyone who has followed the brand from the beginning, the Beats over-ears will always feel like the head of the family - the design that started it all and single-handedly changed the headphone landscape as we know it.

]]> Wed, 19 Jul 2023 14:01:32 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/beats-studio-pro-review/ Beats has announced its fourth generation of its Studio over-ear wireless headphones. The Studio Pro succeed the popular Studio Wireless 3, bringing a number of improvements, including USB-C Audio and Spatial Audio with Dynamic Head Tracking, as well as a refined design.

]]> Wed, 19 Jul 2023 14:01:29 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/beats-studio-pro-vs-apple-airpods-max-differences-compared/ Apple's AirPods and Beats find themselves a bit of a strange situation - where they are owned by the same parent company, and yet in almost direct competition with one another. The Beats Studio Buds+ make that rivalry closer than ever, with improvements on the original Beats Studio Buds that really take the fight to the AirPods Pro 2 - and could just make them some of the best Beats earbuds yet.

]]> Tue, 18 Jul 2023 15:46:16 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/beats-studio-buds-vs-apple-airpods-pro-2-which-should-you-buy/ Razer went through a few years of stuffing interesting gimmicks into its headsets, from RGB lighting to actual literal on-ear haptics but, in the last year or two, it's walked that all back to concentrate on nailing the basics.

]]> Sat, 15 Jul 2023 17:51:09 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/razer-blackshark-v2-pro-headset-review/ Amazon Prime Day may be over for this year, but there are some deals that are still available. Incredibly one of those is the fantastic Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3, which takes over $100 off their asking price - saving you a whopping 39 per cent.

]]> Thu, 13 Jul 2023 13:38:45 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/we-love-these-headphones-a-lot-and-theyre-100-off-for-prime-day/ Amazon Prime Day 2023 may well be done and dusted, but shhhh, we've found a few deals that are still live.

]]> Thu, 13 Jul 2023 10:53:12 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-amazon-prime-day-headphone-deals/ Prime Day can often be overwhelming: there are loads of discounts, on loads of things, and many that you don't need. Sifting through the options can take time, trying to get to what you actually want. But for me, this deal is one that I actually want.

]]> Thu, 13 Jul 2023 01:35:20 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/pixel-buds-pro-prime-day-deal-is-unmissable/ Great noise-cancelling headphones for under $250? Count me in. Sony's WH-1000X line of headphones have long been among our most recommended headphones and the fourth generation of these incredible noise-cancelling over-ears is offering a huge discount as part of Amazon Prime Day, down to $248 - a saving of 29 per cent.

]]> Wed, 12 Jul 2023 18:00:19 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/these-superb-sony-noise-cancelling-headphones-are-30-off-for-prime-day/ The Prime Day sales are here and there are a number of great deals out there, from money off AirPods - including the latest models - to some great savings on SSDs. The two-day sales event is a great one as it's typically about buying things for yourself rather than having to think about buying Christmas presents as you do with the Black Friday sales.

]]> Wed, 12 Jul 2023 14:20:19 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/should-you-buy-airpods-on-prime-day/ Prime Day is upon us - Amazon's big sale event is now live, running until the end of today, 12 July, so don't hesitate if you have your eye on a deal.

]]> Wed, 12 Jul 2023 10:36:19 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-prime-day-headset-deals/ If noise-cancelling headphones had a Hall of Fame, the Bose QuietComfort line would one of the first in it. The most recent addition to its over-ear line, the Bose QC45, are now at their cheapest price ever as part of the Prime Day, with $130 off their list price.

]]> Tue, 11 Jul 2023 11:31:19 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/be-quick-the-bose-quietcomfort-45-are-now-at-their-lowest-price-ever/ Sony's noise-cancelling headphones have been some of our favourite headphones for several years now. Offering the perfect balance of great performance, nice design and tip-top noise cancelling - they pretty much tick every box, so any discounts on the range are well worth your attention.

]]> Tue, 11 Jul 2023 09:00:31 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/our-favourite-noise-cancelling-headphones-have-big-discounts-this-prime-day/ Amazon's Prime Day is here and while we saw some great prices on Apple's AirPods in the run up to the two-day sale event, the 2nd generation AirPods are down to almost their lowest price this year and it's an absolute bargain for these wireless headphones.

]]> Tue, 11 Jul 2023 08:30:19 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/you-seriously-need-to-see-this-airpods-prime-day-deal/ If you're looking to connect two pairs of AirPods to the same iPhone or iPad, or temporarily connect another pair of AirPods or Beats headphones and share the same audio, you've come to the right place.

]]> Mon, 10 Jul 2023 16:15:19 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-connect-two-airpods-beats-to-one-iphone-and-share-audio/ While Montblanc may have made a name for itself in pricey pens and luxury leather goods, its penchant for the finer things in life has found it with smartwatches and over-ear headphones in its offering. Now, it's adding its first pair of true wireless headphones to that line up, in the rather smart shape of the MTB 03.

]]> Fri, 30 Jun 2023 23:05:19 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/montblancs-first-true-wireless-headphones-look-great-arent-cheap/ The amount of competition in the gaming headset market can't really be overstated right now, with established but niche brands like SteelSeries and Razer increasingly competing with first-party options from the likes of PlayStation and Xbox.

]]> Wed, 28 Jun 2023 10:18:11 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/sony-inzone-h9-review/ Samsung has announced not one or two, but three new special edition versions of the popular Galaxy Buds 2 and Galaxy Buds 2 Pro earbuds. And they're all Pokémon-themed and cute as hell.

]]> Mon, 26 Jun 2023 17:14:26 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/these-pokmon-themed-samsung-galaxy-buds-2-are-as-cool-as-they-sound/ Apple's second-generation AirPods Pro are now on sale ahead of Prime Day 2023. Priced at $199, the latest model of Apple's popular noise-canceling wireless earbuds offer an incredible audio experience and improved features with a nice $50 savings.

]]> Fri, 23 Jun 2023 10:00:20 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/apple-airpods-pro-deal/ The Shokz OpenRun are essentially the middle child of the Shokz headphone family, offering traits from the more expensive OpenRun Pro with more impressive sound than the cheaper OpenMove.

]]> Mon, 19 Jun 2023 14:17:56 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/shokz-openrun-review/ Apple's AirPods, in all their various shapes and sizes, have uniformly pocketable charging cases, all in that familiar brilliant white - and these cases can get scratched up pretty easily.

]]> Mon, 19 Jun 2023 13:22:20 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-apple-airpods-case/ Plugging in a proper PlayStation 5 headset for the first time can be a literal game-changer.

]]> Sun, 18 Jun 2023 16:50:21 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-playstation-headsets/ While the Apple Watch is still completely tied to iPhones and iOS only, Apple took a different approach with its earbuds, and made them compatible with anything that has a Bluetooth connection. You do get more of the advanced features like dynamic head tracking, Personalised Spatial Audio and easy switching between devices if you have Apple devices, but you can still use them for their essential function.

]]> Thu, 15 Jun 2023 12:00:19 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-use-apple-airpods-with-android-phone/ Setting out on a mission to determine the very best gaming headsets on the market was a daunting task. There are a plethora of options out there - wired, wireless, closed and open cup designs, stereo and surround sound headsets, oval and round earcups, leather and material finishes, the list goes on and on.

]]> Mon, 12 Jun 2023 12:53:19 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-gaming-headset-wired-wireless-bluetooth-and-surround-sound-headsets-for-pc-gamers/ We've been waiting for the next set in the series of Sony's top-class active noise-canceling earbuds for a couple of years at this point. Sure, the WF-1000XM4 came out great and continues to be great with multipoint support added through a software update. But we haven't seen too much movement on what we expect to be the WF-1000XM5 - just some pictures coming out of American regulators in March. Well, we just got hold of another couple of breadcrumbs.

]]> Thu, 08 Jun 2023 03:27:50 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/sony-wf-1000xm5-earbuds-leak/ If you’ve never used a headset for your Xbox gaming, you're in for a treat. Once you step into the world of high-quality game audio it can be hard to come back.

]]> Wed, 07 Jun 2023 19:43:19 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-xbox-headsets/ As a part of Apple’s WWDC 2023 event that included the launch of its in-house Vision Pro VR Headset, the tech giant announced a new feature coming to AirPods Pro (second generation): Adaptive Audio. The software feature will launch this autumn free to customers who own the AirPods Pro (second generation).

]]> Tue, 06 Jun 2023 01:45:59 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/what-is-apple-adaptive-audio-airpods-how-does-it-work/ There aren't a lot of headphones for swimmers out there, so the Naenka Runner Diver bone conduction headphones offer a chance to better serve those who prefer a session in the pool over jumping on the treadmill in the gym.

]]> Sun, 04 Jun 2023 16:39:59 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/naenka-runner-diver-review/ Philips has been delving into the world of bone conduction headphones over the last few years, and the A7607 is its latest attempt at serving up a worthy alternative to fellow sporty bone conductors from the likes of Shokz.

]]> Mon, 29 May 2023 18:13:15 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/philips-a7607-review/ Shokz (previously Aftershokz) has become something of the poster brand for bone conduction headphones. Particularly if you want something to work out with but you also don't want to entirely block up your ears from what's going on around you - that's the beauty of bone conduction headphones after all.

]]> Fri, 26 May 2023 13:10:56 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/shokz-openrun-pro-review/ Audeze makes some of our favourite gaming headsets, and in the Maxwell, brings its superb planar magnetic tech to a different design - making a significant upgrade in the process.

]]> Wed, 24 May 2023 09:01:19 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/audeze-maxwell-review/ The convenience, sound quality and comfort that modern-day wireless earbuds provide make them a must-own gadget.

]]> Tue, 23 May 2023 07:49:24 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/best-wireless-earbuds/ It's been three years since Technics launched its first pair of true wireless headphones, the AZ70W, and after testing the waters of the more midrange market the following year, it's taken stock before launching its new flagship range - the EAH-AZ80.

]]> Thu, 18 May 2023 13:00:27 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/technics-eah-az80-review/ It's been almost a decade since Apple bought Beats, and in that time the brand has been on a bit of a journey trying to find a new identity under its new owners.

]]> Wed, 17 May 2023 14:00:20 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/beats-studio-buds-plus-review/ If you're looking to buy a pair of true wireless headphones, you'll see an overwhelming number of recommendations for the Sony WF-1000XM4. In the five years since they launched, they have become a go-to for anyone looking for some of the best noise-cancelling in-ears you can buy.

]]> Tue, 16 May 2023 14:30:19 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/sony-wf-c700n-review/ Bowers & Wilkins don't exactly do things on the cheap, so the fact the Pi7 S2 are considerably more expensive than all of their nearest competition might not come as much of a surprise - particularly when the Pi7 predecessors they replace launched at the same price two years ago.

]]> Mon, 08 May 2023 23:31:08 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/bowers-wilkins-pi7-s2-review/ Apple's AirPods changed the earbud game when they first came out years ago, and with multiple options now available headed up by the impeccable second-generation AirPods Pro, they're hugely successful for a reason.

]]> Sun, 07 May 2023 15:43:17 GMT https://www.pocket-lint.com/how-to-fix-only-one-airpod-not-working-disconnected/