The holiday season is upon us and with the end of 2023 fast approaching, getting your shopping done sooner rather than later is the best idea. But sometimes finding the perfect present for your loved one is a tough task. While you may know their hobbies and what they enjoy, you’ll always want to get them something they’ll use as well. Does your friend or family member consider themselves an avid adventurer?…
Audio lovers, get ready: the engineers at Bose have completely reimagined their line of headphones for 2023…and just in time for the holidays. While many are familiar with the name “QuietComfort,” Bose’s easily identifiable over-ear headphones, this year’s models are a little different. That’s because the brand just overhauled its entire 2023 lineup. Customers used to know these products by names like Noise Cancelling Headphones 700, QuietComfort 45 headphones, and QuietComfort Earbuds…
Today is Global Running Day! Running is a great way to get in a cardiovascular workout, and get away from the stresses of the daily grind. Best of all, you can do it just about anywhere, without forking over any monthly membership fees and needing nothing more than a pair of decent shoes. Of course, like many hobbies, some high-tech gear can definitely make running more enjoyable and even improve your performance.…
The secret to intelligent, immersive audio is a selfie? Well, sort of. The Sony 360 Reality Audio system aims to deliver a customized, enveloping audio experience through any old pair of headphones. A key component of the this system is an analysis of your ear shape, which is done through the accompanying app. Snap a pic of your ear, and the app will analyze it to determine what audio processing tweaks are…
Skullcandy entered the portable audio scene in 2003 to shake up the world of boring black speakers and uninspired headphone designs. Today, they’re known for an expansive lineup of stylish, well-built products that won’t break the bank. They’ve been called makers of “the world’s coolest ear bud”—crafted with style cues like faux-alligator skin and rhinestones—and their headphones can be found perched atop the heads of skaters, boarders, and anyone who appreciates sound…
We’ve always loved JBL’s wireless sport headphones, so we were excited to learn more about their new assortment of sport headphones that promises something unique for every type of athlete. The JBL Endurance headphone lineup features four models. First is the JBL Endurance Run, a basic wired headphone that is ideal for the athlete looking for a great-sounding, no frills headphone, and who never wants to worry about battery life before a…
Listeners who were impressed by the Klipsch Heritage speakers but might want something a little more portable are in luck. Also debuting at CES were the Klipsch Heritage Headphones, which follow the same “new inside, old outside” philosophy of the rest of the lineup. These headphones are crafted from a variety of machined metals, fine woods and hand-selected leathers, which gives them a rustic, old-school look and superior comfort. The Klipsch Heritage headphones include multiple…
Scandinavian companies are often known for melding practical functions with striking, minimalist designs. Think Bang & Olufsen audio equipment or basically anything you can get at IKEA. At CES, we caught up with Libratone, a newer Danish company who are putting out some interesting products that espouse that same design philosophy.…
If you’re one of the estimated 60 million people a year who have trouble falling asleep, you may have found that listening to soothing music before bed makes the Zs come easier. In fact, the practice is actually encouraged, especially for those with chronic sleep disorders or the over-stressed. But if you’ve ever tried it with headphones, chances are you’ve woken up tangled in cord, if you were lucky enough to get the…
