The Noise Master Buds Max active noise-canceling headphones deliver great sound and include new features I haven’t tested before, like automatic pausing when you remove them and quick call mode. They are super comfortable and offer 60 hours of playback on a single charge. If you are looking for new headphones, the Noise Master Buds Max are worth a look.
Questyle is a Chinese manufacturer of specialized audio electronics. Their product lines include devices and accessories for maximizing personal, desktop, and wireless Hi-Fi experiences. Products include DAC (Digital-to-Analog) / headphone amplifiers, earphones, and audio adapters. In this review, we examine the brand’s flagship Bluetooth transmitter, the Questyle QCC Dongle Pro2.
The $149.99 beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y is a new wireless over-ear headphone introduced at IFA 2026 for people who want one pair to handle music, work calls, travel, gaming, and the daily commute without juggling several sets of headphones. It combines active noise cancellation, more than 90 hours of battery life with ANC turned off, Bluetooth 6.0 multipoint connectivity, app-based sound controls, and replaceable high-wear parts. Four color choices add some personality, while optional gaming accessories broaden its usefulness. The idea is straightforward: make one everyday headphone flexible enough to follow you from morning coffee to a late-night game.
It is hard to drive and stay connected these days safely. In some states, it’s illegal to have a phone in your hand while driving (which it should be); other states take it a step further and make it illegal to even look at your phone at a red light. While most newer vehicles have an array of screens and other wireless capabilities, most of the larger commercial trucks on the road don’t have that fancy technology. The BlueParrott Pro B450 makes it easy to stay connected hands-free with a customizable button, rotating mic boom, and active noise canceling. The…
The 3M WorkTunes In-Ear Electronic Hearing Protector gives the company’s job-site audio line a lighter, lower-profile option for people who need hearing protection but don’t want full-size earmuffs clamped over their heads all day. The $69.98 Bluetooth hearing protector uses corded, magnetic earbuds, offers a 19 dB Noise Reduction Rating, and adds Bluetooth 6.0 for calls, music, and podcasts while you work. It’s aimed at contractors, landscapers, DIYers, and anyone who has learned that lawn equipment, power tools, and “just one quick project” can still leave their ears ringing by dinnertime. Not exactly ideal for anyone.
There are times when a tiny Bluetooth speaker feels almost apologetic; you perch it on the counter during a game-day gathering, hit play, and suddenly everyone is huddled around it like it’s whispering stock tips. That’s charming for dinner music, but not so much when your team just scored. The Limited edition JLab Blue XL Speaker Headphones look like oversized blue headphones, but instead of covering your ears, they drape around your neck or sit on a table, blasting outward like a compact sound system. They’re perched squarely between personal audio and portable party, and subtle? They are not.
Audeze, long recognized for its high-end headphone performance, has unveiled the LCD-5s, the next evolution of one of its flagship models. The new edition incorporates Audeze’s SLAM (Symmetric Linear Acoustic Modulator) technology, delivering deeper, more realistic bass and even more precise midrange performance, all wrapped in an updated design worthy of its reputation. The LCD-5s made their first public appearance at the 2026 NAMM Show last week, where Audeze presented its full range of professional, creator-focused, gaming, and audiophile headphones. Crafted for listeners who insist on uncompromising fidelity and exceptional artisanal quality, the LCD-5s stands as a showcase of planar-magnetic…
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.
Audeze, a leader in premium headphones, has unveiled its newest gaming headset: Maxwell 2. This next-generation model builds on the success of the original Maxwell, which earned worldwide acclaim from media, gamers, and audio professionals. Every detail of the Audeze Maxwell 2 has been meticulously designed to deliver unparalleled sound quality, superior comfort, and effortless connectivity across all platforms. Whether you’re a competitive player or an immersion-focused enthusiast, this evolution of a legendary gaming audio classic promises an experience worth celebrating.
It’s hard to make headphones or portable speakers interesting. You can tweak the shape of a speaker or add a clever strap for backpack duty. You can dress up a pair of headphones with new colors or textures. But at the end of the day, everyone knows what over-the-ear headphones are, and everyone knows what a small Bluetooth speaker does. The TDM Neo tries something different by combining both, and it just might make you rethink how you use each.
Headphones and earbuds are really impressive if you stop and consider just how much complex circuitry is crammed into tiny spaces. Doubly so when you think about how much harder we tend to be on headphones; they have to hang tight through commutes, weather, and sweaty, sweaty workout sessions. Still, every year the sound quality gets better, the battery life gets longer, and the earbuds get tougher. Just look at what JBL has on deck for 2026!
The Neurable MW75 Neuro LT looks like a premium pair of over-ear headphones, and it is, but that is only half the story. Developed in collaboration with Master & Dynamic, these headphones layer brain-computer interface technology on top of Master & Dynamic’s high-end audio to give you real-time insight into focus, stress, and mental stamina. If the idea of getting a gentle nudge to take a break before your brain melts sounds appealing, keep reading.
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.
With its new Inspire line, Baseus is stepping into the spotlight with three different models designed to suit different listening preferences: the Inspire XH1, Xp1, and XC1. Whether you want plush over-ear headphones that can power you through a week of travel, true wireless earbuds that balance punchy bass with crystal-clear calls, or a lightweight open-ear design that keeps you aware of the world around you, Baseus has something lined up. And thanks to a little help from Bose, the audio pedigree behind the Baseus Inspire Series gives them a very real edge.
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.
If you’ve ever wished your wireless headphones had the sound quality of a proper hi-fi system without looking like something only an audiophile could love, Cambridge Audio has been thinking about you. Their newly launched Melomania P100 SE wireless headphones aren’t just another refresh. They’ve taken their flagship over-ear model, given it a deep sonic massage, dressed it in a bold new Blue, and added features that cater to real-life listening—whether that’s tuning out a plane full of noise or rediscovering old favorites without cranking the volume to 11.
Bowers & Wilkins is back in the headphone game with the all-new Px7 S3, and this one isn’t just a refresh—it’s a full-on glow-up. Building on the solid bones of the Px7 S2e, the Px7 S3 takes everything that worked, retools what didn’t, and throws in some future-facing features that make it clear B&W is aiming to make your favorite playlist—and your daily Zoom calls—sound a whole lot better.
Corsair is an innovator and manufacturer of technology and high-performance gear designed for gamers, content creators, and PC enthusiasts. The Corsair product range includes gaming PCS, monitors, PC components and peripherals, as well as a full line of accessories. Not only do they also offer streaming equipment, smart ambient lighting, and gaming furniture, but through brands under their umbrella, including Elgato, Origin, Scuf, and Drop, Corsair offers full lines of specialized gear for gaming and content creation. In this review, we look at the flagship of the brand’s wireless gaming headset line, the Corsair Virtuoso Max.
The folks at JLab are all about taking our everyday tech and making it what works for us. They understand that technology is used in the real world, not in a vacuum under ideal circumstances. This year, JLab has a few new headphones and a keyboard/mouse combo to help make 2025 sound and feel a little better. JLab Epic Lux Lab Edition Wireless Headphones The JLab Epic Lux Lab Edition Wireless Headphones are for audiophiles; 32 mm high-fidelity custom dynamic drivers power them, so you get high-res audio and a 20-40kHz audio range. In English, that means that even when…
We all know it’s bad to let kids have too much screen time when they’re young. However, the reality is that, especially once they start school, they’re going to be required to be online, often watching educational videos for school. Often, schools will suggest they bring headphones for classwork! But you don’t want to just toss any adult headphones at a kiddo; you want to make sure they’re protecting their little ears. ONANOFF has a solution in BuddyPhones EcoBuddy headphones that protects kids’ hearing and the environment!
Audeze is a Southern California-based manufacturer of headphones whose name was inspired by 2001: A Space Odyssey. Since 2008, the brand has gained a reputation as a premier developer of planar magnetic headphones. In this review, we look at their best-selling headphones, the Audeze LCD-X.