You might expect $36 earbuds to be tinny. Nope. You might expect $36 earbuds to lack ANC. Nope. You might expect $ ...

Another kind of headphone which exploded in popularity in 2025 were open earbuds, which are exercise earbuds that let in some ...

Earbuds are, more than ever, the most important extension of our smartphones. Without them, we can't hear TikTok on the train or listen to podcasts while cleaning. But does every iPhone owner need to ...

If you're just getting into the world of open-earbuds, then the EarFun Clip earbuds are the best option for you. The whole ...

Instead, open earbuds rely on using music to drown out the world around you, to an extent (though they will be noticeably ...

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If you can’t find wireless earbuds that fit securely in your ears and stay there when you’re moving and shaking, well, don’t fret. Instead of constantly shoving them back into your ears, you should ...

When it comes to active noise cancelling (ANC) earbuds, proper fit is essential to create a good seal in your ear. Without that, ANC won’t be nearly as effective, so selecting the best size of ear ...

IPX2 means that the device is rated to survive drops of water falling on it, with tests carried out in four different positions at angles of up to 15 degrees. This is a basic level of protection from ...

As I’ve mentioned before, I’m a fan of acquiring gear via Amazon’s Warehouse section (both pre-planned and, admittedly, spontaneous) whenever possible, from both cost-savings and keep-out-of-landfill ...