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With the Buds T110, Realme is offering new completely wireless headphones. They promise high playback quality and are also available in rather unusual colors. Noise cancelation is available.

Anker has launched a crowdfunding campaign for its new Soundcore Sleep A20 Bluetooth Earbuds at Kickstarter. At the time of writing, the project had raised over $500,000, with early customers offered a price lower than the RRP. Features include sleep insights in the accompanying app and a longer battery life than the older A10 model.

Motorola has presented two new sets of earbuds that it has offered up as the Moto Buds and Moto Buds Plus. Available for €59 and €149, the pair offer ANC, Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity but differ in their drivers and battery life.

Why choose between QLED and micro-OLED displays when you can have either - or even both? That new feature debuts in the new Super version of Pimax' Crystal virtual reality (VR) headset. It can support a resolution of up to 4K at 90Hz, has a "massive" field of view (FOV) and has integrated audio. It debuts alongside its new Light sibling for potentially high-res, lightweight PCVR experiences on more of a budget.

The Sharp 2.0.2 Compact Dolby Atmos Soundbar, or HT-SB700, is now on sale in Europe. The new model is relatively cheap and offers a surround sound experience with support for Dolby Atmos. Other features include an HDMI eARC port, and a range of pre-sets such as Movie and Music.

A new and relatively cheap Bluetooth speaker from Xiaomi is now available for international customers outside China. A relatively long battery life is promised, and the device is IP certified against dust and water damage.

Xiaomi is launching a particularly compact Bluetooth speaker, namely the Sound Pocket, onto the global market as a direct competitor to the JBL Go 4. It offers Bluetooth 5.4 and up to 10 hours of battery life at a weight of just 200 g.

The Xiaomi Sound Outdoor is a new Bluetooth speaker that is being launched globally, is waterproof thanks to IP67 and is easy to carry thanks to its stylish and compact design.

OnePlus 12 launched with a lot of upgrades over its predecessor. These upgrades, for most, make the Android phone worth purchasing. Now, if you missed out on the launch promo, you have another chance to get a great deal on the smartphone. The company is currently bundling a pair of Buds Pro 2 with the phone for free.

The Comfo Run from Edifier is a new headphones that is particularly suitable for use during sports. The new model also comes with additional functions and particularly large drivers - this should benefit the playback quality.

Udio has launched a free AI song creation service. This AI service allows anyone typing text prompts to create songs of different genres, add custom lyrics, and remix songs into different styles in seconds. Udio was founded by ex-Google Deep Mind researchers in late 2023 as a stealth startup.

Sony has now released a new pair of over-ear wireless headphones after a spate of leaks. Surprisingly, the headphones have arrived as the Sony ULT Wear, contrary to expectations that they would be sold as the WH-ULT900N. Nonetheless, the new headphones offer plenty of features, given their mid-range price tag.

For a limited time, you can score a free pair of Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 NC by purchasing the XREAL Air 2 Pro smart glasses. The bundled noise cancelling wireless earbuds generally go for $99.99, and they work well with augmented reality (AR) glasses.

Razer has released versions of its BlackShark V2 Pro wireless headset compatible with either the Xbox or PlayStation. The OEM touts them as ideal for their respective consoles thanks to their "crystal-clear" TriForce audio, and noise-isolating cups with "all-day comfort" memory foam reinforcement.

Sennheiser's latest audio devices for active users are touted to double as fitness trackers as well, thanks to the ability to sense the user's body temperature as well as their heart-rate. The Momentum Sport Earbuds are also touted to unlock the ability to "hear more than music" with a custom 'sports EQ' and adaptive active noise cancellation (ANC).

Nothing is preparing to release new earbuds later this month. In the meantime, a detailed leaked has outlined not only the design of the Nothing Ear (a) and Nothing Ear but also their specifications and launch pricing.

Sony has now confirmed the date of its next hardware launch event. Due later this week, the event will showcase the Sony WH-ULT900N, a new pair of over-ear headphones that will succeed the WH-XB910N. Sony has implied that it could have multiple products up its sleeve too though.

With completely wireless earbuds, the rule is: when the battery fails, they have to be disposed of. Not so with the Fairbuds, that allow you to replace batteries in just a few seconds. Combined with a repairable design, the earbuds should therefore have an extremely long lifetime.

Fossibot has unleashed the F106 Pro as a rugged smartphone with a >100 decibel (dB) speaker to go with its bright rear-firing lamp. The new device also offers a huge battery, NFC and up-to-date software out of the box. It can be pre-ordered for less than $250 from now.

AI Playlist is a new Spotify feature that allows the users to create new playlists by using prompts like "a heavy metal playlist for riding my bike" or "relaxing music to enjoy while fishing" and has limited availability. For now, it can only be used in the UK and Australia, on Android and iOS devices.

Nothing has revealed that it will unveil the "ultimate iteration" of its audio product line later in April 2024. The wearables in question are still well under wraps; however, their updated and streamlined branding scheme is not. Accordingly, they are to be unleashed as the standard and (a) variants of the inaugural Nothing Ear at the upcoming event.

Yamaha has developed an automotive sound system that utilizes Music:AI artificial intelligence technology to optimize sound quality automatically. The technology leverages Yamaha’s extensive musical instrument and sound system experience to create a powerful, expressive listening experience in shorter time than traditional, manual tuning.

Sonos One Gen 2 has received a generous discount on Best Buy. It is now available for $175, which is a $44.99 price cut from its regular tag of $219.99. The smart speaker comes with multi-room audio support, built-in smart assistants for voice control, and a robust audio setup for detailed sound.

Shortly after Tidal reduced the price of its "HiFi Plus" subscription to $10.99 per month, Spotify Premium is to become more expensive once again, thus costing more than Apple Music, Tidal, Amazon Music and the like for the first time. However, a new subscription structure should allow users to keep the old price as long as they can do without audio books.

OXS touts its new Thunder Pro soundbar as a whole Gaming Sound System thanks to its ratings for 5.1.2-channel Dolby Atmos sound and up to 160W of audio power. Its varied tweeters and drivers are backed to deliver immersive sound has modes specifically optimized for different gaming genres, and has been released with a $100 off discount code.

Lepro claims that its new RGB lighting effect aren't just smart - they're AI-generated, too. Their "first-of-its-kind" LightGPM technology is touted as capable of learning to adjust and adapt in response to a user's voice or even their facial expression to create the most "precise" mood lighting around. The new LED Wall Lights, Neon Rope Lights and LED Strip Lights are also rated to sync with other devices for seamless, intuitive control and smart home integration.

The popular Beats Solo3 on-ear headphones are finally set to get a successor after almost eight years, as an extensive leak reveals the Beats Solo4, which will finally get a USB-C port, alongside audio upgrades and a longer battery life.

Audio-Technica is introducing completely wireless earbuds, the ATH-TWX7, that are positioned in the upper mid-range and offer the drivers of Audio-Technica's TWS flagship at a significantly lower price. With ANC, LDAC and relatively long battery life, the earbuds provide strong features.

The Xiaomi Sound is a Bluetooth speaker designed to impress with particularly powerful sound, along with NFC compatibility. According to Xiaomi, 360° sound is provided, allowing rooms to be filled with sound via just one speaker.

Edifier's new Desktop Active Monitors are also its first speakers that can double as fast chargers for the user's USB devices. The QR65s also provide "immersive" ambient Lumia lighting and support the LDAC codec. They are touted to deliver bass-rich Hi-Res Audio and Hi-Res Audio Wireless-grade audio thanks to their acoustics-friendly design.

Anker has new, completely wireless headphones in the pipeline. These feature an open design and therefore do not need to be inserted into the ear canal. They are designed to hold particularly well on the ear and come with removable grip covers.

One of the highly-rated portable speakers from JBL, the Charge 5, is now on sale. The Bluetooth speaker is currently available for 28% less than the regular price, sitting at $129.95.

Nothing's latest teaser video clip might be its most cryptic yet; however, it might be taken to mean that the brand is nearly ready to launch its third-generation flagship TWS peripherals. The Ear (3)s would succeed earbuds with active noise cancellation (ANC), splash-proofing and a unique transparent design.

A renowned leaker has detailed a new pair of Sony over-ear wireless headphones, which are set to launch as WH-XB910N successors. Allegedly called the WH-ULT900N, the headphones are rumoured to offer an impressive feature set, given its launch pricing.

The Melomania M100 promise Hi-Fi sound at an attractive price: for 199 euros the completely wireless earbuds offer Qualcomm aptX Lossless, a 7-band equalizer, a class A/B amplifier, and a particularly long battery life.

British hi-fi specialist Bowers & Wilkins is relaunching the 700 series, now offering three models in two exclusive 'Signature' finishes. The Signature series promises better sound, made possible by a series of small but important improvements.

JLAB's latest Smart ANC audio accessories are touted as ultra-comfortable thanks to their distinctively-shaped Form-Fit Earcups. The Studio Pro ANC headphones also boast "dual connectivity" as they have Bluetooth, yet can also connect to 3.5mm jack-enabled devices via a USB-C cable. They are rated for nearly comparable battery life in either mode.

Qualcomm has unveiled its latest Platform for speakers, earbuds or headphones, touted to deliver up to 50x the "AI power" of S5 Gen 2 for improved premium-grade audio experiences. It is accompanied by a third-gen S3 platform that can introduce features such as aptX Lossless to next-gen mid-range audio accessories.

The Denon DHT-S218 Soundbar has been unveiled in Europe at an attractive price. The new 2.1-channel model has two integrated subwoofers and is relatively compact. Other features include compatibility with Dolby Atmos, Bluetooth Low Energy Audio, and HDMI eARC, as well as support for 4K and Dolby Vision.

Sonos is now tipped to launch a second generation of its portable wireless speaker, the Roam, soon. It is backed to debut as an accessory that might be more reliable as well as more convenient to use compared to its predecessor. It might also be one of the first devices to ship with compatibility with Sonos' latest, potentially improved, app.

LG has partnered with the National Collegiate Athletic Association's (NCAA) March Madness tournament to present its latest sale. The event offers "up to 35% off SRP" on some of the OEM's best-received 4K OLED TVs from 2023. Those who buy the evo C3 or evo G3 can also avail of an in-home set-up or mount installation for free, not to mention a free Smart Cam and discounted soundbar.

Huawei's latest international product event unleashes the new Nova 12 SE, 12i and 12s, the latter of which introduces the OEM's new “Fashion Inspired” design language for mid-range smartphones to the world at large. The three devices are accompanied by the FreeLaces 2 Pro and Huawei's Band 9.

OnePlus Buds V have made their official debut in China. The new earbuds come with Bluetooth 5.3 with 94 ms latency, Dolby Panoramic Sound, and 38 hours of total battery life. Pricing-wise, they are very affordable, coming in at CNY 149, which is around $20.

LG has just announced pricing and availability for its uniquely compact, versatile CineBeam Q 2024 4K UHD projector in the United States. It has been released to pre-order with freebies that include an equally stylish wireless speaker, a case and possibly even more for a limited time.

The Cambridge Audio Evo 150 streaming amplifier is being launched in a limited DeLorean Edition, giving the already-stylish device a number of design adjustments. With an output of 150 watts per channel, support for Apple AirPlay and Roon as well as numerous connections, the amplifier offers a strong range of features.

Sphere Entertainment has revealed additional technology details behind the groundbreaking Las Vegas Sphere. The sphere is a venue that houses the world’s largest 16,000 x 16,000 pixel LED display to create an immersive entertainment experience.

Audio-Technica has launched its ultra-high end Narukami line of audio products designed for the company’s 60th anniversary. No-holds-barred, the $108,000 HPA-KG Naru integrated tube amplifier was engineered to pair with the $4,200 ATH-AWKG headphones for an unparalleled audio listening experience.

The Sonos Beam 2, also known as Beam Gen 2, has received a rare discount on Best Buy and Amazon. The Dolby Atmos soundbar is currently available for $399.20, which translates to a generous $99.80 price cut from the listed price.

Bose QuietComfort wireless headphones and TWS earbuds have been marked down to all-time low prices over at Amazon. Buyers can save up to $100, or roughly 30%, on the highly rated noise-cancelling headphones and buds.

With the Soundcore Sleep A20, Anker is launching new headphones on the market that are designed to ensure a better and more quieter night's sleep. Among other things, they feature snoring noise suppression, and sleep monitoring.