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Displaying all articles tagged:
Headphones
best in class
Oct. 20, 2023
The 11 Very Best Wireless Earbuds
We tested many pairs, and these are our favorites.
By
Jordan McMahon
this thing’s incredible
June 5, 2023
I Haven’t Slept a Night Without My Headphone Headband in Three Months
The flat speakers inside mean that nothing is jamming against my ear or poking me in the night.
By
Chelsey Pippin Mizzi
this thing’s incredible
Apr. 8, 2022
These Wired Headphones Are Too Fugly to Lose (and Sound Good, Too)
They are so strangely retro that to wear them is to humbly whisper a fashion statement — and they won’t get lost in the wash.
By
Brenley Goertzen
ask the strategist
Jan. 14, 2022
Ask the Strategist: Help Me Find Noise-Cancelling Headphones Under £200
In this edition of “Ask the Strategist,” we help a reader find the best noise-cancelling headphones under £200.
By
Chris Mandle
this thing’s incredible
Dec. 14, 2021
I’ve Listened to Over 100,000 Minutes on Spotify — Mostly With These Headphones
Music is such an integral part of my everyday life that these headphones, which I used for most of those minutes this year, became essential, too.
By
Chloe Anello
this thing’s incredible
Aug. 30, 2021
I Ditched My AirPods for These Better-Fitting (and Longer-Lasting) $45 Earbuds
After a year of using them, I am happy to report that they’ve outperformed my AirPods in almost every situation.
By
Maggie Slepian
testing testing
July 26, 2021
We Tested 24 Headphones, and These Are Our 12 Favorites
There are earbuds and headphones, noise-canceling and on-ear options, and even the best pair to use when riding your bike.
By
Jordan Bowman
this thing’s incredible
July 21, 2021
I Have a New Favorite Pair of Earbuds, and for Once They’re Not AirPods
The Sony XM4s are the Dikembe Mutombo of noise-canceling earbuds, blocking out sounds so efficiently I had a hard time hearing my own breathing.
By
Jordan Bowman
dupes week
July 19, 2021
Strategist Investigates: What’s the Best Dupe for Apple AirPods?
Turns out there are a few excellent alternatives to the iconic white buds.
By
Chris Mandle
micro sales
June 22, 2021
The Best Deals at Best Buy’s Bigger Deal Savings Event (So Far)
Lots of big-ticket tech items and appliances are on sale till the end of today.
By
Jordan Bowman
testing testing
Apr. 7, 2021
What Are the Best Wireless Headphones?
After extensive testing, we found the best noise-canceling, budget-friendly, and even bone-conduction headphones.
By
Jordan Bowman
testing testing
Mar. 12, 2021
We Tested 8 Noise-Canceling Headphones and These Were Our 4 Favorites
Including budget options and something for the pickiest audiophile.
By
Jordan Bowman
deal of the day
Feb. 23, 2021
These (Refurbished) Apple AirPods Pro Are 28 Percent Off Today
Yes, they’re certified refurbished, but they’re still a very good deal.
By
Jordan Bowman
this thing’s incredible
Jan. 5, 2021
These Headphones Let Me Hear Music and Podcasts (and Traffic) on My Bike
They’re the one thing that has had the biggest impact on my life as a cyclist since I bought my bike itself.
By
Louis Cheslaw
celebrity shopping
Oct. 6, 2020
What Podcaster Roman Mars Can’t Live Without
“My brain is always on guard —
What if there’s a fight? What if I have to run some place?
— and these boots help me be alert.”
By
Roman Mars
As told to
Kayla Levy
testing testing
Aug. 18, 2020
Can the Best Noise-Canceling Headphones Get Any Better?
I wore Sony’s new WH-1000XM4 headphones — the next generation of its near-perfect XM3s — to find out.
By
Louis Cheslaw
micro sales
July 27, 2020
11 Things On Sale You’ll Actually Want to Buy: From Le Creuset to Lululemon
Including a top-rated pressure cooker and a crowd-pleasing Comme des Garçons wallet.
By
The Editors
micro sales
July 22, 2020
11 Things on Sale You’ll Actually Want to Buy: From Ray-Ban to Birkenstock
Including a cheap-but-expensive-looking Italian stapler and a pair of ergonomic hiking socks.
By
The Editors
this thing’s incredible
June 26, 2020
These Noise-Cancelling Headphones Turn My Noisy Flat Into a Private Library
Chores feel like silent discos, giving me time to listen to more new albums than ever before.
By
Jill Chuah Masters
trust me i should know
June 8, 2020
I’m a Heavy Sweater, and Even I Can’t Ruin These Waterproof Headphones
It doesn’t matter if you’re running in the rain or sweating buckets at the gym.
By
Paul Schrodt
recommended by experts
Apr. 8, 2020
The Best Wireless Headphones, According to Audio Professionals
Including the best options for battery life and for those hard of hearing, as well as plenty of pairs with a range of sound-hacking benefits.
By
Bobby Palmer
micro sales
Mar. 18, 2020
Our Favorite Bose Headphones and Speakers Are Cheaper Than Ever at Nordstrom
Up to 25 percent off on noise-canceling headphones that Chris Black can’t live without, some athlete-approved earbuds, and lots of home speakers.
By
The Editors
celebrity shopping
Mar. 11, 2020
What Salt-N-Pepa Can’t Live Without
“I love the noise-canceling aspect of the Beats — I don’t have to hear Pepa all day; I can just cancel her out.”
By
Cheryl James
and
Sandra Denton
As told to
Tembe Denton-Hurst
recommended by experts
Feb. 24, 2020
The Best Workout Headphones, According Athletes
Competitive athletes on what makes the perfect pair.
By
Liza Corsillo
celebrity shopping
Feb. 14, 2020
What Actor Noah Schnapp Can’t Live Without
“Everyone, at least all teenagers these days, wears Air Force 1s or Converse. But I would much rather have Air Force 1s.”
As told to
Liza Corsillo
trust me i should know
Dec. 12, 2019
What I Tell Friends Who Ask Me What Bluetooth Headphones to Buy
You can get crazy about specs, but these are best for most people.
By
Steven John
advent calendar 2019
Dec. 5, 2019
Gift of the Day: Chic Headphones to Wear at Work
Perfect for anyone with an open-plan office.
By
Emilia Petrarca
people’s choice
Oct. 2, 2019
The Best Earbuds on Amazon, According to Hyperenthusiastic Reviews
“I am at work, next to the window, and there is a
literal jackhammer
outside the window. I have these headphones in, and I can’t hear it at all.”
By
The Editors
people’s choice
Aug. 9, 2019
The Best Gaming Headsets on Amazon, According to Hyperenthusiastic Reviewers
“After hours of wear I forgot they were even there.”
By
The Editors
dongles dongles dongles
Aug. 8, 2019
It Sure Feels Like the Headphone Jack Is Dead
Samsung, the last major holdout among smartphone makers, finally gives in.
By
Brian Feldman
i was a tech columnist
Mar. 26, 2019
Sony Makes the Best Noise-Canceling Headphones I’ve Ever Owned
Yes, they’re better than Bose.
By
David Pogue
testing testing
Mar. 21, 2019
I Tried Bose’s Surprisingly Nice-Looking Audio Sunglasses
They offer augmented reality — and look like Ray-Bans.
By
Karen Iorio Adelson
cyber monday
Nov. 26, 2018
If You Buy One Thing Today, Make It These Bose Soundsport Headphones
They get the job done — and they’re half-off.
By
Jason Chen
the greatest gift
Nov. 21, 2018
What Are the Best Truly Wireless Earbuds to Give (That Aren’t Apple AirPods)?
We found one clear winner, plus three runners-up.
By
Maxine Builder
sleep week
Nov. 14, 2018
Everything You Need to Fall Asleep in Economy Class
No drugs that’ll make you sleep-shop SkyMall.
By
Karen Iorio Adelson
deal of the day
Oct. 17, 2018
These Sony Wireless (Workout-Friendly) Headphones Are 40 Percent Off
Perfect for working out in.
By
The Editors
people’s choice
Sept. 14, 2018
The Best Aviation Headsets on Amazon, According to Hyperenthusiastic Reviewers
With reviews from student pilots and professionals flying Boeing 757s.
By
The Editors
select all
July 16, 2018
The Best Headphones You Can Buy Are on Sale for Prime Day
These headphones are up to $100 off for Prime Day.
By
Mack DeGeurin
this thing’s incredible
Apr. 25, 2018
These Grippy Wings Are Like ‘Condoms for My Apple AirPods’
They’re called EarBuddyz and they’re 12 bucks.
By
Chris Black
technology
Mar. 27, 2018
Rudy Giuliani Tries to Use Apple AirPods, Fails
That’s … one way to wear them.
By
Amanda Arnold
ask a tech person
Mar. 15, 2018
Ask a Tech Person: What Are David Lee’s Favorite Gadgets?
The Squarespace chief creative officer — and photography enthusiast — on his favorite sleek backpack, fancy Leica, and incognito spy camera.
By
David Lee
select all
Mar. 5, 2018
Apple Wants to Put HomePods on Your Ears
Apple reportedly wants to put out a pair of noise-canceling, over-the-ear headphones this holiday season. One small problem? They already do.
By
Jake Swearingen
my gizmos
Feb. 7, 2018
Ask a Tech Person: What Are Jeff Titterton’s Favorite Gadgets?
“I’d been thinking about getting one; I have slope-neck from looking at my phone so much.”
By
Jeff Titterton
my gizmos
Jan. 31, 2018
Ask a Tech Person: What Are Taggart Matthiesen’s Favorite Gadgets?
The senior director of product at Lyft shares the electronics that run his day.
By
Taggart Matthiesen
sales sales sales
Dec. 19, 2017
One of Amazon’s Best-Reviewed Bluetooth Headphones Is 44 Percent Off Right Now
You can get it for $48 for just the next few hours.
By
The Editors
select all
Nov. 27, 2017
If You’re Going to Get One Thing on Cyber Monday, Get These Headphones
The Sennheiser HD-1s are pure retro bliss combined with unbeatable sound.
By
Jake Swearingen
select all
Nov. 23, 2017
These Fantastic Sennheiser Headphones Are Under $100 for One Day Only
If you can shake off the turkey-induced coma, this is quite a deal.
By
Jake Swearingen
deal of the day
Nov. 22, 2017
One of Our Best-Reviewed Wireless Headphones Is $30 Off
It has baby-kitten-soft leather and super-crisp sound quality.
By
Lori Keong
close inspection
Nov. 22, 2016
What Are the Best Wireless Headphones Under $150?
I went in search of the best-sounding and most comfortable pair.
By
Jake Swearingen
close inspection
Nov. 10, 2016
What Are the Best Wireless Headphones for a Serious Audiophile?
Lossless audio files deserve the best wireless headphones.
By
Jake Swearingen
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