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Jabra Evolve3 Headsets Will Replace Your Work Headset and Everyday Headphones with One Sleek Package

The new Jabra Evolve3 headset series is Jabra’s latest attempt to make one pair of headphones pull double duty without looking like it belongs in a call center. Designed for people who bounce between meetings, music, and real life throughout the day, the Jabra Evolve3 lineup includes two models, the over-the-ear Evolve3 85 and the on-the-ear Evolve3 75. The goal here is simple enough: sound professional when you need to, relax when you don’t, and never feel like you are wearing “work headphones” in public.

Reviews, Game Diary

Audeze Maxwell Wireless Gaming Headset Review: Audiophile-Grade Sound in a Top-Tier Gaming Headset

Southern California-based Audeze has been manufacturing headphones since 2008 and has gained a reputation as a premier developer of planar magnetic headphones. In this review, we look at their wireless gaming headset, the Audeze Maxwell Wireless Gaming Headset. Audeze produces three lines of headphones: audiophile, professional, and gaming. The Maxwell, first introduced in 2023, has garnered much praise, with many calling it the best wireless gaming headset. It seems that Audeze has made a few improvements since its launch; we review the latest version here.

Game Diary

Sony INZONE Levels Up with FNATIC: Headsets, In-Ears, Keyboards, Mice, and Mousepads for Serious Gamers

The Sony INZONE line has always carried a certain promise: bring the company’s audio and design expertise into the gaming world without making it feel like you’re just strapping a sci-fi prop to your head. This time, Sony went back to the drawing board with help from professional esports team FNATIC. The result is a lineup of new gaming gear that feels less like generic accessories and more like tools built to actually help you survive those chaotic online matches.

Reviews

The Jabra Evolve2 75 On-Ear Headphones Review: Perfect for Modern Hybrid Work

Hybrid working situations are the new standard these days, and the Jabra Evolve2 75 is an excellent set of headphones for taking calls both on and off the clock. The Evolve2 75 is perfect for dialing into work from home or taking calls from the train. starting at $349, it’s a great option no matter your working situation.

Gear Bits, Events

Raycon Debuts New Gaming Headset and Two Power Speakers

My youngest son recently purchased a pair of Raycon Everyday wireless earbuds with his own money. Not only was he super proud of his purchase, he absolutely loves the sound and battery life. At CES, Raycon is debuting a new line of gaming headphones and two new speakers to its already popular line.

News & Features

The Jabra Evolve2 30 Is an Affordable Way to Improve Your Remote Work Life

Jabra’s headphones have helped many people who have needed to work from home for the past year. (They are great in the office too but… you know.) Unfortunately, a good headset for Zoom meetings can be pricey. Now, thanks to the new Jabra Evolve2 30, that’s no longer the case. It’s a Jabra, and it’s under $100!

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Jabra Evolve2 85 Headphones Are Perfect for the On-the-Go Professional

Jabra is world-renown for excellent headphones and productivity gear, and the latest Jabra Evolve2 85 headphones are no exception. They’re engineered to help keep you focused on your work with active noise cancellation and busy lights that let others see you’re on a call. Available in USB-A or USB-C, the Evolve2 85 are worth the investment.

Events, Gear Bits

Moshi’s New USB Type-C Headsets Will Help You Cope with Having No Headphone Jack

If you’ve purchased a new device over the holidays, chances are it doesn’t have a headphone jack. But you’re in luck because Moshi has announced two products that not only sound better than most 3.5mm enabled headphones, but will free you from dongle life.

Reviews

Jabra Engage 75 Headset Is a Headset Like No Other

If you are like me, much of your work day is consumed with phone calls. There are calls you make with your softphone, calls you make with a landline, and calls you make with a computer. All are made better thanks to the Jabra Engage 75 Series headset. Various models are available. All share the same impressive DNA.

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The SteelSeries Arctis 7 Wireless Headset Is the Pinnacle of Gaming Headset Technology

SteelSeries has knocked it out of the park with their new Arctis 7 wireless gaming headset. The Arctis 7 features lag-free wireless communication with DTS 7.1 surround sound and a 40 ft range, SteelSeries ClearCast microphone, premium audio drivers, and 15 hour battery life. This multi-platform, lightweight, and super-comfortable headset can be yours for $149.99.

News & Features

How to Live Without the Headphone Jack

Now that the yearly iPhone announcement has become real let’s talk about the elephant in the room: the 3.5 mm headphone jack. If we are to believe the rumors Apple will be eliminating it. Motorola did with the Moto Z and Z Force. Today I am going to give some good things and some bad about losing this ubiquitous jack.

Reviews, Travel

Kicker’s Tabor HP402BT Bluetooth Headphones Review

The Tabor Bluetooth Headphones from Kicker offer a great sound experience that is wireless without giving up any high standards of quality. Ergonomic design and features using other devices also add to the appeal of these impressive headphones.

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Nixeus ER-BKSL14 In-Ear Headphone Stereo Headset Review

Nixeus offers their Nixeus ER-BKSL14 headphone stereo headset with corded microphone and volume control in sharp silver and black colors. This headset might give the initial impression of an uncomfortable fit, but that is far from the actual truth. These in-ear headphones are very light and comfortable with solid sound quality; they have well-designed construction with 13mm neodymium drivers.

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Jabra EVOLVE 80 Headset Is All Work and All Play

There are more knowledge workers than ever trying to be productive in ever-smaller spaces. Distractions are everywhere, and their impact is tremendous. The new Jabra EVOLVE line of headsets was designed for just this scenario. We were sent a pair of the Jabra EVOLVE 80 Headset for review, and we are truly impressed with what the company has done here.

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Logitech G430 Surround Sound Gaming Headset Review

Consider yourself warned: Logitech has a highly qualified contender in the budget gaming headset arena with the Logitech G430 Surround Sound Gaming Headset. This 7.1 surround sound-wielding headset uses Advanced Dolby Technology to pump out music and effects that makes it sound like you’re inside the game. It also sports a folding noise-cancelling microphone. The G430 is priced at $79.99.

Game Diary, Reviews

Tomb Raider Definitive Edition Review on PlayStation 4

Tomb Raider Definitive Edition is a definite addition for next-gen console game libraries thanks to a strong narrative, poignant character development, and enhanced connections with Lara Croft’s gear, motivations, and background. A promising start that showcases the original 2013 Tomb Raider game from Square Enix and Crystal Dynamics that hopefully brings many more high quality installments in the near future.

Health and Fitness, Reviews

Magellan Echo Uses Smartphone Power to Become More than a Fitness Watch

The past two years I have tried GPS watches from Nike to Garmin(s) to Magellan to Polar. Each has positive and negative attributes. Ultimately the design comes back to ‘how much can we stuff into this and keep it wearable’. Magellan Echo answers this by offloading functionality to the smartphone we carry, and acting as a display and controller. Brilliant!

News & Features

Lenovo Buys Motorola from Google for $2.91 Billion, Your Thoughts?

Today we got confirmation that Google sold its money-losing Motorola handset business for about $3 billion to Lenovo. Google bought Motorola for $12.5 billion a couple of years ago, then sold off the set-top box unit and now the handset division. With the sale Google retains many of the valuable Motorola patents it sought initially.

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Are You a Good Liar? Take This 5 Second Test and Share Your Results!

There are several personality traits that can supposedly be revealed based on the results you glean from this simple 5 second test. Kev and I did it over breakfast, and the results were a bit surprising … or maybe they weren’t. Watch the video, take the test, and then share your results below!

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Livescribe 3 Is for People Who Need to Be Productive on the Go

I’ve long been a fan of Livescribe’s smartpens. I purchased the very first one and used it constantly. Updates to the hardware and software since then have been notable evolutionary steps forward. With the Livescribe 3 Smartpen, the device takes a huge leap forward, and in the process becomes an extension of your phone or tablet. It is awesome.

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Gate 8 Luggage Should Be Your New Travel Buddy

Beginning in mid-December, I spent four weeks traveling non-stop. It began with a trip to Israel and ended with two days in Detroit. I wish I had the Gate 8 Trifold Cabin Bag at the time. The $200 garment bag keeps clothes and toiletries organized and your laptop and tablet safe; it will make your next trip far less stressful.