by dbadmin | Jul 9, 2023 | Audio, Features, Opinions
Repairable headphones aren’t new. Audio stalwarts like Sennheiser have offered replaceable parts for ages. DIYers have been tinkering just as long. However, Fairphone is doing something unique with the Fairbuds XL headphones. (Yes, headphones, not earbuds). These...
by dbadmin | Jul 6, 2023 | Apple, Apple Airpods, Audio, earbuds, News
No wireless earbuds are more iconic than the AirPods. These open-ear headphones have more cameos than Stan Lee and look like the AirPods Pro without ear tips. While the AirPods have always worked best with iPhones, we may see some hardware changes that make the Apple...
by dbadmin | Jul 2, 2023 | Audio, earbuds, Features, Headphones
There’s no better feeling than splashing out on a new pair of earbuds and being caught off-guard by how great they sound. Generally speaking, good-sounding headphones are ready to spin your favorite record straight out of the box. However, those seeking to tweak their...
by dbadmin | Jun 29, 2023 | Audio, headphone jack, Poll results, Survey Results, Surveys
Credit: Robert Triggs / Android Authority It’s tough to find a phone with a headphone jack in 2023, although the likes of ASUS and Sony still offer this feature on their high-end wares. We also still see this option on some budget phones. ASUS recently shared user...
by dbadmin | Jun 24, 2023 | Audio, earbuds, Features, Opinions, Sony
Opinion post byLily Katz AirPods wannabes litter the wireless earbud landscape, and while many have tried emulating Apple, Sony has held its ground. After multiple generations of WF-1000X earbuds, Sony’s secret sauce sets it apart. With stellar active noise canceling...
by dbadmin | Jun 21, 2023 | Audio, Gaming, Headphones, News, Qualcomm
The QCC3086 chipset reduces Bluetooth audio latency down to 19ms – 23ms. The chipset is built upon the Qualcomm S3 Gen 2 Sound Platform. USB devices will be able to take advantage of Snapdragon Sound features. Qualcomm has just announced a new and exciting chip — the...