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The Best Apple AirPods to Buy in 2024

Apple sells four types of AirPods, including three sets of earphones and one pair of headphones. We compare them all to help you determine which is right for you.

By Tim Gideon  & Ben Moore

The Best Earbuds (In-Ear Headphones) for 2024

Not a fan of the bulk that often comes with over-ear headphones? Check out the best in-ear models we've tested.

By Tim Gideon  & Ben Moore

The Best Kids' Headphones for 2024

Kids' headphones should be affordable, look fun, and, most importantly, protect young ears. These are the best ones we've tested with volume limiting features and durable designs.

By Tim Gideon

Shure MV7+ Review

4.0

With a built-in pop filter, an automatic denoiser, and dual XLR/USB-C connections, the Shure MV7+ brings meaningful upgrades to an already great mic.

By Eric Zeman

5 Great Earbud Deals for Under $100: Anker, Apple, JBL, and More

You know what sounds good? A great pair of brand new earbuds. And you know what sounds even better? Getting those earbuds on sale. So lets crank the savings up, shall we?

By K. Thor Jensen

Razer Blackshark V2 Pro (2023) Review

4.0
Editors' Choice

The Razer Blackshark V2 Pro gaming headset impresses with a comfortable build, spacious sound, great battery life, and reliable Bluetooth connectivity.

By Will Greenwald

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless Review

4.5
Editors' Choice

The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless is one of the most impressive wireless gaming headsets we've tested, with excellent audio, effective noise cancellation, dual swappable batteries, and powerful software.

By Will Greenwald

Nothing Ear (a) Review

4.0

The Nothing Ear (a) true wireless earphones offer a striking design, respectable noise cancellation, and bass-leaning audio for an affordable price.

By Tim Gideon

Sony Wireless Earbuds With Noise Canceling and Ambient Modes, Only $75

The Sony WF-C700N earbuds deliver high-quality wireless sound with two listening modes for customizable listening wherever you are.

By StackCommerce Team

Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro X LE Review

4.5
Editors' Choice

The Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro X LE headphones excel for both studio sessions and home listening thanks to their remarkably clear sound and comfortable design.

By Tim Gideon

Marshall Major V Review

3.5

Marshall's Major V headphones are somewhat light on features, but they offer engaging sound and extensive battery life in the company's signature retro style.

By Tim Gideon

Nothing Ear (2024) Review

4.0

The 2024 Nothing Ear earphones keep the transparent look of their predecessors while benefiting from redesigned drivers, longer battery life, and a better in-app EQ.

By Tim Gideon

Motorola Debuts AI-Enhanced Edge 50 Phones and Bose-Tuned Buds

The Moto Edge 50 Ultra, Edge 50 Pro, and Edge 50 Fusion will join the Moto Buds+ and Moto Buds in launching across Europe, Asia, and Latin America in the coming weeks, but is the US on deck?

By Sarah Lord

Enjoy the Premium Noise Canceling of These JBL Buds for $59.99

Find out how you can take nearly $40 off these certified new JBL Tune Flex Ghost Edition Earbuds with 32 hours of battery life.

By StackCommerce Team

How to Reset Apple AirPods

Whether they're having trouble connecting to your phone, dropping calls, or sounding staticy, have you tried turning them your AirPods off and then on again? 

By Chandra Steele

Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 Review

4.0

The Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 earbuds offer enveloping sound and effective noise cancellation at a price that undercuts class leaders.

By Mark Knapp

Sony ULT Wear Review

4.0

Sony's ULT Wear headphones offer intense bass, quality noise cancellation, and convenient hands-free Alexa support for a reasonable price.

By Tim Gideon

Sony ULT Field 1 Review

3.0

Sony's ULT Field 1 speaker offers acceptable Bluetooth audio in a rugged design, but a lackluster app and short battery life limit its appeal.

By Tim Gideon

The Best Over-Ear Headphone Deals for April 2024

These sweet, sweet savings on headphones from popular brands like Apple, Sony, and Sennheiser are music to our ears (and bank accounts).

By Karl Klockars  & Jade Chung-Lee

Sennheiser Momentum Sport Review

4.0

The premium, fitness-friendly Sennheiser Momentum Sport earphones pair deep lows with effective noise cancellation and can measure your heart rate and temperature.

By Tim Gideon