The Pi7 S2 has a good build quality and design. The case is slim and tall, while the earbuds are a little large, but they don’t feel heavy. They also weigh a gram less per ear than the previous model. I’ve seen mixed opinions on the fit, but for me they fit very well. Three …
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have some new features compared to their predecessor, in addition to being reduced in size by over 30 per cent. This is noticeable as the new ones are significantly more comfortable. The microphone also provides better sound on calls than its predecessor’s stemless design. You can save up to four …
Free Byrd is larger than most, almost on par with NuraTrue Pro, which are quite large in order to accommodate perhaps the most advanced technology available in any pair of earbuds. But in Free Byrd, you’ve just got the standard features, including noise cancellation and ambient sound, so strictly speaking, it should have been possible …
The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 are the successor to the first Buds Pro, which we thought were the best earbuds in their price range. Despite being OnePlus’ flagship, they’re half the price of Apple’s popular AirPods Pro. The design is almost unashamedly similar, just in black and chrome instead of white. We were particularly impressed …
The Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro are round shaped earbuds that are housed in a fairly compact case that doesn’t take up much space. Dual drivers in each earbud, one 10 mm for the bass register and one 5.3 mm for crisper treble, are designed to improve dynamics. Active noise cancellation and best-in-class waterproofing (IP57) means …
Have you gone on a summer holiday and forgotten to bring along earphones? That’s a shame. If you’re the type of person who lies on the beach under the parasol while everyone else is swimming, you need some good sound for your audiobook or podcast. The taxi ride home from the summer party will also …
With the WF-1000XM5, Sony has taken noise reduction to a new level. More specifically, 20 per cent better than its predecessor, if Sony’s engineers are to be believed. With two chips and three microphones per earbud, the successor delivers an impressive experience of silence and tranquillity. In terms of design, the WF-1000XM5 has become even …
Beoplay EX is B&O’s first hearing aids with protruding microphone stems that help improve speech quality during calls and meetings. The design is tasteful with subtle details and all available colour options provide an elegant look. Where B&O really hit the mark for me is in the fit. Put them directly in your ears – …
The Audio-Technica ATH-TWX9 are stemmed earbuds, as we know from Apple’s popular AirPods. I don’t always think they’ve been successful with the look and fit, but I like these – even if they are a little more rustic and angular than a pair of smooth AirPods. The earbuds fit really well in the ears and …
Tour One M2 is a pair of noise-cancelling headphones, which JBL boldly claims are “the best on the market”. The headphones adjust noise cancellation in real time based on your surroundings. They also have a smart feature that recognises when you start talking. The music is then muted while Ambient Aware is activated, allowing you …
It was with some anticipation that we received the Argon Audio Quiet Storm for testing. The competition for wireless headphones is admittedly fierce and relentless. But we’ve tested a number of products from Argon, and they’ve often impressed us with their sound quality at a very accessible price. The Argon Audio Forte A5 MK 2, …
When I tested the Tour Pro+, I was very excited, especially about the EQ settings. It was possible to adjust the frequency curve just enough to achieve the desired sound. The ease of use, on the other hand, is so similar on most good earplugs that it was difficult to distinguish the Tour Pro+ from …
The market for completely wireless earbuds has become very crowded, with a few standing out among a large crowd of mediocre ones. With its new top model TW-E7B, Yamaha wants to carve out a place for itself in the premium segment and has invested in large 10 mm drivers to reproduce the music with the …
When I tested the Px7 S2, I had no doubt that this was a new favourite in the all-important premium class around €400. At that level, you’re up against giants like Sony and Bose, and while B&W may not be at the top of the noise reduction league, it has significantly better sound quality. And …
Google is first and foremost a software company, but in recent years they have made several even very successful hardware products. Most recently, the Google Pixel 7 phone series, the Pro model of which was awarded premium mobile phone of the year. But Google won’t settle for being in your pocket. The smallest member of …