Audio

Ultimea has added a new soundbar to its lineup. The Skywave F30 Boom should deliver powerful bass and is advertised as a 3.1.2-channel system with HDMI connectivity.

Hisense is preparing to launching the HT Saturn, a 4.1.2-channel surround sound system for home theater fans. It features 13 speakers, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and so-called Devialet tuning.

Amazon has slashed the price of the Bose QuietComfort wireless headphones to $199 in select colors, a savings of 43% off MSRP. The headphones can provide up to 24-hours of runtime, while active noise cancellation and leather ear pads help reduce noise.

Beyerdynamic is launching a new pair of Bluetooth headphones and treats the new Aventho 100 to some significant upgrades, including Qualcomm's aptX Lossless Bluetooth codec, improved active noise cancellation and a longer battery life of up to 60 hours.

With twelve drivers, Dolby Atmos and 820 watts of power, the KEF XIO promises room-filling sound. Any subwoofer can be connected wirelessly via an adapter.

Sony is still expected to complement the WH-1000XM6 with the in-ear WF-1000XM6 before the end of the year. Based on new leaks, the company plans to offer its next WF-1000X earbuds in smaller retail packaging this time around, despite the comparatively small retail box of the current WF-1000XM5.

Alongside a smaller Watch 3, OnePlus has launched the Buds 4 in the global market, a new pair of affordable wireless earbuds. They cost $129.99, but with the BUDS4 promo code, these Bluetooth buds with "Hi-Res" audio drop to $99.99.

Skullcandy has just launched the Hesh 540 ANC, new over-ear headphones that feature adjustable noise cancellation, 3D sound via THX Spatial Audio and up to 65 hours of battery life.

The Bowers & Wilkins Pi6 and Pi8 earbuds offer improved fit and ANC performance backed by three years of ear research. The IP54-rated earbuds offer multipoint, high-resolution music playback.

The Syul is a new power bank that also includes a solar panel, a light and a speaker. This gadget could be particularly useful for camping, though the solar feature may have certain limitations.

Audio-Technica has announced the flagship ATH-TWX9MK2 earbuds, featuring Pure Motion Drivers and aptX Adaptive Audio for high-resolution music playback, and hybrid ANC with feed-forward and feed-backward MEMS microphones. Useful features include built-in relaxation sounds and a deep-UV sterilization case.

Steinberg SpectraLayers 12 leverages AI audio separation to recreate individual instruments and vocals from music for editing within a spectrograph-based interface. It can help audio editors improve song mixes, especially for live or poor recordings.

The Moondrop Space Travel 2 promise good sound through particularly large dynamic drivers, active noise cancellation and Bluetooth 6.0 at an exceptionally low price. Moondrop sells its latest truly wireless earbuds for just $29.99.

The Nothing Headphone (1) have been shown off with the company's signature design language. It is priced on par with high-end offerings from Sony/Bose.

Sony is now offering new updates to two of its high-end wireless audio devices. Rolling out globally as free updates, the software brings a range of improvements not just to the new WH-1000XM6 but also to the older WF-1000XM5.

Marshall has announced a new color option for a few of its products. The Midnight Blue color is exclusive to the Major V over-the-ear headphones and the Acton III and Emberton III speakers. All three are available to buy now in Europe, the UK, and the US.

Marshall has announced a follow-up to the 2023 Middleton portable Bluetooth speaker. The Middleton II has an updated design and brings some key upgrades but keeps the launch price of the first generation.

OneOdio has unveiled the Focus A6 over-ear headphones, featuring Hi-Res Audio playback with LDAC codec support, multipoint Bluetooth 6.0 connections with low-latency game mode, and hybrid ANC powered by five microphones.

The Xiaomi Soundbar Pro 2.0 ch has appeared on the brand’s global website. Features include 84W maximum power, support for Dolby Audio and NFC fast pairing. Plus, users can choose from a range of audio modes, and this speaker has also won a 2025 design award.

Ahead of the announcement of the Nothing Headphone (1) on July 1, a leak has revealed the specifications and features of the headphones. The upcoming pair of headphones will have an unusual design but a long-lasting battery, ANC, and spatial audio.

German cybersecurity firm Ernw has revealed that several Bluetooth headphones and earbuds using Airoha's chips are vulnerable to hacking. The vulnerabilities, listed as CVE-2025-20700, CVE-2025-20701, and CVE-2025-20702, allow attackers to take control of the devices without authentication or pairing.

Huawei is now once again backed to launch a cutting-edge tri-folding smartphone for the second time in 2025. The "Mate XT 2" is also tipped to do so alongside the latest versions of some of its OEM's most premium peripherals. They consist of a new smartwatch and a pair of open earphones.

The world's latest and potentially most powerful standard for HDMI equipment has now officially been released. The 2.2 Specification allows for double the maximum bandwidth of its predecessor, and may as such pave the way for new, ultra-high-quality monitors with resolutions of up to 16K. HDMI 2.2 might also improve the integrity of audio systems that integrate AV receivers.

Following the vinyl revival, cassette tape fans are also getting more options to enjoy their music collections more conveniently. The compact Maxell MXCP-P100 can play cassettes for up to nine hours on the go and even supports Bluetooth 5.4.

The Mic Air is Insta360's foray into the wireless microphone segment. Not only is it cheaper than rivals, it also connects directly (without the need for a receiver) to select Insta360 cameras.

Samsung's latest wireless earbuds are now the most affordable members of the Galaxy Buds series that sell in India. They support active noise cancellation (ANC) and multi-microphone voice isolation for calls despite their newly reduced price. Samsung also asserts that the Core buds are comfortable enough to wear all day due to their familiar design.

The next generation of AirPods Pro earbuds are shaping up to be quite exciting. Rumors have pointed towards the addition of IR cameras and improved health features, along with better audio quality.

Xiaomi asserts that its latest audio accessories can deliver the highest quality of their category, with Harman co-branding to go with their LHDC 5.0 and Bluetooth 5.4 specs. The Open Earphones Pro are also touted to deliver convincing spatial audio with limited sound leakage thanks to their new "five-driver" design.

It seems that Sony is working towards releasing a new pair of over-ear wireless headphones. Surfacing in the wake of the WH-1000XM6, the mysterious device has the hallmarks of being a cheaper alternative to Sony's latest WH-1000X generation, much like the WH-CH720N was to the WH-1000XM5.

Roland has released the Mood Pan MN-10, a hand percussion instrument and Bluetooth speaker designed for relaxation by blending musical expression with calming soundtracks.

The Aiaiai TMA-2 Studio Wireless headphones feature sub-10 ms latency via W+ Link, a 10 Hz to 40 kHz frequency range, swappable parts, and an Ableton Live Lite license for music producers.

Vivo's latest audio accessories look like standard-issue AirPod clones - however, unlike most TWS earbuds of their type, they are upgraded to the latest Bluetooth 6.0 technology. The Air3 Pros are rated for active noise cancellation (ANC), the brand's latest DeepX 3.0 immersive sound tweaks and up to 52 hours of battery life in their highest-end variant.

Little Nightmares III just got a release date and is now open for pre-orders. Along with the main game and enhanced version of the 2017 Little Nightmares, Bandai Namco has also announced a comic book, a novel, a new podcast season, and even teased a VR title.

KRK has unveiled the affordable Kreate studio monitor series offering flat frequency response, and Bluetooth 5.3 and wired connectivity for accurate mixing by aspiring music creators.

The JBL Endurance Zone are new wireless headphones designed for sports. They promise a secure fit and support touch gestures. They also suppress annoying ambient noise when taking phone calls.

EarFun asserts that its latest wireless earbuds are the most comfortable and flexible of their open-ear class thanks to a premium design that also integrate the latest Bluetooth 6.0 standard. The brand's Clips also support up to 40 hours of battery life and the LDAC codec. They have been released at an affordable price despite their cutting-edge wireless technology - which drops even lower with their limited-time introductory discount.

Soundcore’s new Rave 3S AI Karaoke Party Speaker has been released in Europe. This portable speaker is splashproof and is said to provide 12 hours of playback time. Features include an intelligent vocal removal tool and a range of dynamic lighting effects which sync to the music.

Nothing's inaugural wireless headphones will have a 3.5mm jack as well as a USB-C cable, according to the latest leaks. The upcoming audio accessory is also now projected to launch alongside the new Phone (3) with charging and battery specs that might contrast with its unique design.

Tronsmart has launched the Fiitune X30 Home Speaker. Available via the brand’s online store in the US and at third-party retailers in other countries, this is a 2.2.1 channel sound speaker that is Hi-Res certified. Other features include integrated lights, TWS pairing and app-based remote controls.

The dust has now settled on the release of the WF-1000XM6. Now, it seems that it has turned to the WF-1000XM6, which has been spotted again after briefly appearing with the model number YY2985 last month in the Sony Sound Connect app.

JLab has launched the Party series Bluetooth speakers—Pop, Go, JBuds, and Epic—featuring RGB lighting, stereo pairing, splash resistance, custom EQ, and synchronized multiple speaker output.

Sivga has released the Que UTG wired in-ear monitors, featuring ultra-thin glass diaphragms with high rigidity and low mass, producing a unique sound. Handcrafted South American green sandalwood face covers accent the zinc alloy bodies.

Cochlear implants can help people regain their hearing. To this end, Cochlear has just announced the launch of the Nucleus Nexus implant. Its firmware is updatable, and the entire system, including the sound processor, is capable of connecting to Bluetooth Auracast.

Fostex has introduced the T50RPmk4CL and T60RPmk2CL closed-back planar headphones, featuring fourth-gen RP drivers with enhanced diaphragm control and premium acoustics. Designed for mastering or music enjoyment, the models offer angled ear pads, OFC cabling, and rich materials like optional Ultrasuede ear pads and solid black walnut.

Stax has announced the SR-007S electrostatic headphones, featuring redesigned electrodes and new diaphragms for the reproduction of high-resolution music. Sheepskin earcups, HiFC titanium-infused copper cabling, and special arc design for the headband help reduce noise, signal loss, and resonance.

The new Apple ringtone that may come with the iOS 26 update sounds like a remix of a Nokia ringtone and the old Reflection default sound. It is not included in macOS 26 beta, though, only as an Easter egg in the iOS 26 file system.

Bluetooth 6 is expected to slowly but surely gain wider acceptance this year. A few devices already support the new standard, and more are expected. What exactly does Bluetooth 6 offer, and what's new?

The Nothing Headphones (1) will launch as the brand's first pair of over-the-ear headphones. Ahead of their announcement in July, live images of the headphones have surfaced online, revealing the three color options they will be available in.

A new leak has revealed official renders of the Nothing Headphone (1), confirming its bold design in images. As with many Nothing products, its look probably won't leave you indifferent.