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Tronsmart Bang Mini launches as a more portable wireless speaker/power bank

Tronsmart has announced a new, Mini version of its RGB-enabled Bluetooth speaker with an in-built power bank. The new Bang variant has 83.3% of the audio power of its inaugural larger sibling, as well as the same estimated max pla...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Oct 2022 16:25

It remains unclear whether the Buds Pro 2 will look like its predecessor, pictured. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus Buds Pro 2: Design and specifications leak for upcoming dual-driver earbuds

Renowned leaker OnLeaks has shared specifications of the OnePlus Buds Pro 2, the company's next high-end pair of earbuds. Reputedly, the OnePlus Buds Pro 2 will launch with superior ANC, two drivers per earbud and LHDC codec suppo...

Alex Alderson, 05 Oct 2022 13:20

Apple AirPods Pro 2 case battery is revealed to be nearly as big as that of the Watch Ultra

Apple touts its new AirPods Pro (or AirPods Pro 2) as having prolonged use between charges compared to the previous generation. Now, their registration with the 3C regulator has reportedly revealed the batteries behind these claim...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Oct 2022 21:27

Nothing Ear (stick) launch date is set for late October 2022

Carl Pei's new tech OEM Nothing has announced that its long-hyped Ear (stick) TWS earbuds later in October 2022. The brand patently aims for style with this new product, although it asserts that they will deliver its "most advance...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Oct 2022 20:13

The Redmi Buds 4 Pro are orderable in Europe from today. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro arrive with LDAC support, ANC and a dual driver set-up

Xiaomi has started selling the Redmi Buds 4 Pro in Europe, starting at €89.99 until October 11. Equipped with dual drivers per earbud, the Redmi Buds 4 Pro supports Hi-Res Audio, the LDAC codec and should deliver 9 hours of batter...

Alex Alderson, 04 Oct 2022 16:38

The Redmi Buds 4 comes in two colours, both for €59.99. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 arrive with 30 hours of battery life and ANC for €59.99

Xiaomi has presented the Redmi Buds 4 in Europe, a cheaper alternative to the Redmi Buds 4 Pro. Equipped with 10 mm dynamic drivers, the Redmi Buds 4 also support ANC and should deliver up to 30 hours of battery life, among other ...

Alex Alderson, 04 Oct 2022 16:24

The new S1000W bookshelf speaker. (Source: Edifier)

Edifier S1000W Wireless Hi-Fi Bookshelf Speaker launches with Apple AirPlay 2 and multi-room music support

Edifier asserts that its latest bookshelf-type speaker is high-end in terms of its specs and features, yet set at an cost-effective price-point. The WiFi/Bluetooth/OPT/COX/AUX-capable S1000W has aluminum bass drivers and a titaniu...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Oct 2022 16:36

The AirPods Pro 2 are just as locked down as Apple's other earbuds. (Image source: iFixit)

Apple AirPods Pro 2 receive dismal repairability score from teardown specialists

iFixit has disassembled the AirPods Pro 2, Apple's latest flagship earbuds. Sadly, the AirPods Pro 2 is basically unrepairable and is at odds with Apple's apparent embrace of right to repair. As iFixit found out, destroying the Ai...

Alex Alderson, 30 Sep 2022 20:11

The Power Armor 16 Pro. (Source: Ulefone)

Ulefone Power Armor 16 Pro, the world's new "loudest" smartphone, launches alongside first-gen Ulefone Buds

Ulefone asserts that its latest IP68/69K/MIL-STD-810G-rated mobile device, the Power Armor 16 Pro, is now the "world's loudest rugged phone". It has launched with a disproportionately large speaker that shoulders the conventional ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Sep 2022 19:08

1MORE SonoFlow wireless ANC headphones hands-on (Source: Own)

1MORE SonoFlow hands-on: A simply amazing ANC headset for less than US$100

For less than US$100, the 1MORE SonoFlow comes with LDAC support, noise cancellation capabilities, and audio transparency. The impressive battery life of this headset hits 70 hours without ANC but goes down to 50 hours when using ...

Codrut Nistor, 29 Sep 2022 19:11

Skullcandy's new gaming headsets. (Source: Skullcandy)

Skullcandy SLYR PRO and PLYR gaming headsets launch with Enhanced Sound Perception and up to 24-hour batteries

Skullcandy has just expanded its line of headphones with new sets specifically aimed at gamers. They include the new wireless PLYR headset and the wired SLYR PRO, with battery power that partially acts to power a feature rated to ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Sep 2022 17:42

The new Ear (stick) case. (Source: Nothing)

Nothing Ear (stick) earbuds take to the catwalk in a fashion-ridden launch teaser

Nothing has officially announced that its second-gen audio accessories will go live as the Ear (stick) buds soon. They have been unveiled in a charging case very different to that of their ear (1) predecessors, presented in partne...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Sep 2022 16:07

The Pad 8 is coming to India. (Source: Honor)

Honor Pad 8 pops up on Flipkart ahead of its Indian-market launch

Honor has announced that its latest Android tablet is coming to the Indian market soon. The Pad 8 will bring its 2K "FullView" display, metallic unibody and 8 speakers with it to its next upcoming launch via Flipkart. However, it ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Sep 2022 16:45

OPPO looks ahead on the day of its 18th anniversary. (Source: OPPO)

OPPO celebrates its 18th anniversary with the launch of its new Global Community website

It's September 17, 2022, which means that the mobile consumer tech company OPPO has been around for 18 years to the day today. Carl Pei's former employer has marked this occasion with a debut for its new international Community we...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Sep 2022 16:47

The new SonoFlow headphones. (Source: 1MORE)

1MORE SonoFlow over-ear headphones launch with ANC, Bluetooth and LDAC support

1MORE touts its latest audio product as a world first, thanks to its combination of active noise cancellation and "LDAC Hi-Res Audio" in a wireless over-ear build. The SonoFlow headphones are rated for up to 70 hours of battery li...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Sep 2022 15:53

The Monitor 60 headphones. (Source: OneOdio)

OneOdio Monitor 60 launch as "professional" wired headphones pitched at DJs and studio artists

The OneOdio Monitor 60s have been announced at a price of well under US$100; nevertheless, the OEM asserts that they are ideal for work such as DJing and even recording songs. They have a "professional monitor" build with faux-lea...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Sep 2022 19:01

The QuietComfort Earbuds II. (Source: Bose)

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II launch with "the world's best noise cancellation" in an updated build

Bose has broken its lengthy silence on the subject of new TWS accessories with the reveal of the second-gen QuietComfort Buds. They are rated for class-leading ANC with an Aware Mode, delivered via 4 mics in an earphone design ref...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Sep 2022 20:11

The 2nd-gen AirPods Pro come with an additional extra small (XS) sized ear tip. (Source: Apple)

Second-generation Apple AirPods Pro are official with the latest H2 chip, longer battery life, enhanced ANC, and an advanced case

Apple has announced a bunch of new devices at its "Far Out" event today. The devices include new Apple Watch models, the iPhone 14 series of smartphones, and the 2nd-gen AirPods Pro. The second-generation AirPods Pro promise longe...

Fawad Murtaza, 07 Sep 2022 21:49

The original AirPods Pro debuted in October 2019. (Image source: Ignacio R)

Apple AirPods Pro 2 to join the iPhone 14 series at this week's launch event

According to new rumours, Apple is finally ready to reveal next-generation AirPods Pro earbuds. Set to join the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro later this week, the AirPods Pro 2 is thought to contain several design changes from t...

Alex Alderson, 05 Sep 2022 15:18

The Tour ONE M2 headphones. (Source: JBL)

JBL Tour ONE M2 headphones launch with adaptive ANC, Bluetooth 5.3 and up to 50 hours of battery use

The Tour ONE M2s are JBL's latest headphones, and as such feature large drivers enhanced with the brand's "PRO" and "Spatial" Sound features. They have an up-to-date wireless standard and are rated for lengthy battery life, althou...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Sep 2022 17:42

The Tour PRO 2s and their new case. (Source: JBL)

JBL Tour PRO 2 launch as the first ever TWS earbuds in a charging case with its own LED display

JBL touts its latest Tour-series wireless earbuds as the world's first to come with their own touchscreen. The case-mounted LED panel is capable of displaying music controls as well as those for the PRO 2's advanced active noise-c...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Sep 2022 16:50

The Bose QC 45 headphones. (Source: Bose)

IFA 2022 | Bose teases a next-gen audio line-up powered by Qualcomm S5 Audio SoCs

Bose has partnered with Qualcomm to secure the new S5 Audio series of chipsets for its next-gen product portfolio. The SoCs will power future soundbars and speakers from the well-known brand as well as its headphones and earbuds. ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Sep 2022 18:29

The Jabra Elite 5 expands the Elite series to five products. (Image source: Jabra)

IFA 2022 | Jabra Elite 5: Premium earbuds launch in two colours with Hybrid ANC and 6 mm drivers for US$149.99

The Jabra Elite 5 has arrived during IFA 2022. Featuring 6 mm drivers and Hybrid ANC, the Elite 5 launches in two colours and is already orderable now in multiple markets. Jabra is running a short-term promotion on the Elite 5 too...

Alex Alderson, 01 Sep 2022 21:06

Audiocase S5 and S10 portable speakers (Source: Audiocase)

Audiocase S5 and S10 portable speakers now available via Kickstarter

The two new portable speakers from Danish startup Audiocase, namely the S5 and S10, can hit an SPL of 125 dB and feature Class-D amplifiers with advanced DSP and up to 30 hours of playtime. Both are available on Kickstarter for a ...

Codrut Nistor, 01 Sep 2022 13:26

Dizo's next smartwatches. (Source: Dizo via Twitter)

DIZO Watch R Talk and D Talk launch teaser reveals an early-September 2022 debut and an on-trend main feature

DIZO has announced that its next smartwatches will launch as its Watch D Talk and Watch R Talk. They will be square- and round-faced respectively, and will both have the up-to-date spec of support for calls over Bluetooth. One wil...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Aug 2022 18:03

The Sony HT-A5000 has HDMI 2.1 connectivity for current-generation gaming. (Image source: Sony)

Sony HT-A5000: European and UK pricing and availability announced for 5.1.2 channel soundbar

Sony has finally confirmed European and UK pricing for the HT-A5000, a soundbar that the company released last year in North America. Billed as a 5.1.2 channel soundbar, the HT-A5000 has a built-in subwoofer and supports PlayStati...

Alex Alderson, 31 Aug 2022 14:30

The Sony HT-A3000 will be available from next month in certain markets. (Image source: Sony)

Sony HT-A3000 soundbar presented as a more affordable option with Apple AirPlay 2, Dolby Atmos and Google Chromecast support

Sony has introduced the HT-A3000, a new soundbar and a cheaper alternative than the HT-5000 and HT-7000. Equipped with a 3.1-channel configuration, the Sony AT-A3000 supports virtual surround sound, along with Apple AirPlay 2, Dol...

Alex Alderson, 31 Aug 2022 14:23

Amazon has discounted the wireless Sony WH-CH710N headphones with active noise-cancellation by almost 20% (Image: Sony)

Deal | Budget-friendly Sony WH-CH710N wireless headphones with active noise cancellation now on sale for US$79.99

Sony's enticingly affordable alternative to the popular WH-1000XM4 over-ear headphones is currently on sale with a notable 20% discount, which means that the Sony WH-CH710N have now returned to their lowest price ever on Amazon.

Enrico Frahn, 29 Aug 2022 23:20

The Jabra Elite 5 will be available in at least two colours. (Image source: @rquandt)

Jabra Elite 5: Leak confirms specifications, design and colour options ahead of launch

Jabra's upcoming Elite 5 earbuds have leaked, detailing their design, features and colour options. Building on the Elite 3, the Elite 5 has 6 mm drivers, active noise cancellation, 6 microphones and Bluetooth multipoint support. E...

Alex Alderson, 28 Aug 2022 00:38

The Nord Wired 3.5mm earphones. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus Nord Wired Earphones 3.5mm make their debut in India

OnePlus' latest audio accessories might be a potentially welcome throwback thanks to their lesser-spotted non-wireless interface. Now, Nord-series fans in India will be able to buy these earphones through Amazon or the OEM's own w...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Aug 2022 18:34

The new Soundcore Space accessories. (Source: Soundcore)

Soundcore Space Q45 headphones and A45 wireless earbuds launch with potentially upgraded adaptive ANC and multi-point connectivity

The Space Q45 headphones and Space A45 wireless earbuds have launched simultaneously from Soundcore as the Anker brand's latest audio accessories with "ultra long" play-times between charges. They also share adaptive active noise-...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Aug 2022 17:31

The OEPLAY MusicStar5 has a wide frequency range from 33 Hz to 23 kHz. (Image source: OEPLAY via Indiegogo)

OEPLAY MusicStar5 Hi-Fi speaker with 33 Hz to 23 kHz frequency range is crowdfunding

OEPLAY is currently crowdfunding for its MusicStar5 Hi-Fi speaker on Indiegogo. Thanks to custom-designed AMT tweeters, the sound system has a wide frequency range from 33 Hz to 55 kHz. You can pair two of the gadgets for a stereo...

Polly Allcock, 26 Aug 2022 13:21

The Yamaha SR-C30A Compact Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer will launch at US$279.95. (Image source: Yamaha)

Yamaha reveals SR-C30A Compact Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer for under US$300

The Yamaha SR-C30A Compact Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer has been revealed. The device will launch this October for US$279.95. The gadget comes with a range of sound-enhancing technologies, such as 3D Surround Sound, with suppo...

Polly Allcock, 26 Aug 2022 13:13

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II will be available in two colours, both two-tone finishes. (Image source: @rquandt & WinFuture)

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II: Specifications and price for next-generation earbuds leak

Bose is on the verge of replacing the QuietComfort Earbuds, introduced two years ago next month. Based on a substantial leak, the QuietComfort Earbuds II will take its place, which has a more compact design, up to 6 hours of batte...

Alex Alderson, 22 Aug 2022 20:12

The new Enco Buds 2 driver. (Source: OPPO)

OPPO Enco Buds 2 are officially set to launch with "powerful and dynamic bass"

OPPO has revealed that it has second-gen Enco Buds ready to launch. The OEM asserts that the upcoming likely mid-range TWS earbuds will have "strong" bass despite their relatively small driver size. Therefore, they are rated to un...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Aug 2022 20:48

The Pentonic 700 goes live. (Source: MediaTek)

MediaTek Pentonic 700 is a new watch-party-friendly chipset for up-to-4K 120Hz, gaming-ready smart TVs

MediaTek's latest Pentonic chipset has debuted with an emphasis on remote group-watching and group-calling use-cases. It also features the up-to-date specs and features required to enjoy 4K gaming and content in general. The 700 i...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Aug 2022 14:00

Motorola Moto Tab G62 debuts in India via Flipkart

Motorola has launched the Moto Tab G62 as the latest option on the affordable Android tablet market in India. It has a 10.6-inch 2K display powered by the Snapdragon 680 SoC and a large battery. Accordingly, it has variants with a...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Aug 2022 13:24

OnePlus' latest release has a headphone jack. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus Nord Wired Earphones 3.5mm is the brand's latest set of audio peripherals

OnePlus has released the Nord Wired Earphones 3.5mm through its website. As the name suggests, they are earphones with a headphone jack, and, as such, can be used with some new smartphones of the same series name. The new accessor...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Aug 2022 20:37

The Mate X2 might get a next generation after all. (Source: Huawei)

Rumor | Huawei will launch at least one more foldable smartphone by the end of 2022

It might have come as a surprise to some when Huawei introduced the Mate Xs 2 in place of the Mate X3, a device thought to have a design much more like that of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4, in 2022. However, according to the latest ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Aug 2022 18:03

Creative Outlier Sports in orange finish (Source: Creative)

Deal | Wireless in-ear headphones Creative Outlier Sports now available for less than US$20

Although released half a decade ago, the Creative Outlier Sports remains an interesting product for active people who want a classic design and can live with some of the outdated specs, such as Bluetooth 4.1 connectivity. At US$19...

Codrut Nistor, 14 Aug 2022 18:34

Update | Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro launch with Bluetooth 5.3, LHDC 4.0 support and powerful noise-cancelling features

Xiaomi has now launched the Buds 4 Pro, new flagship TWS earbuds finished in two-tone gold or black so as to match the new Mix Fold 2. They improve on their previous generations in terms of noise-reduction, connectivity and batter...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Aug 2022 21:49

1MORE EVO TWS in black finish, inside open case (Source: Own)

1MORE EVO TWS hands-on: Flawless sound for the price and then some

With a classic and stylish design, the 1MORE EVO are more than meets the eye, packing high-quality audio via LDAC and SoundID support, as well as flexible noise cancellation capabilities. Today, we will take a closer look at this ...

Codrut Nistor, 11 Aug 2022 19:05

Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro now offers a proprietary Hi-Fi codec and longer runtimes. (Image Source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro launched with proprietary Seamless Hi-Fi audio codec and IPX7 rating for €229

Samsung introduced the Galaxy Buds2 Pro at its Unpacked event today. The Galaxy Buds2 Pro features improved ANC over the Buds2 and comes with IPX7 protection and support for Samsung's proprietary Seamless Hi-Fi codec for 24-bit au...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 10 Aug 2022 15:09

The LG TONE Free T90 earbuds can be recharged wirelessly via the Qi standard. (Image source: LG)

LG TONE Free T90, TONE Free Fit TF7 and TONE Free Fit TF8 unveiled with 3D audio, ANC and UV disinfection functionality

LG has released new TWS earbuds under its TONE Free series. Sold as the TONE Free T90, TONE Free Fit TF7 and TONE Free Fit TF8, the trio feature exciting features, including a charging case with a built-in UV light to disinfect th...

Alex Alderson, 10 Aug 2022 12:58

HiBy RS2 digital audio player (Source: HiBy)

HiBy launches the RS2 digital audio player

The new RS2 is HiBy's second digital audio player that uses the Darwin audio architecture and can be pre-ordered for US$479. It supports up to 4 TB of storage via two card slots, 3.5 / 4.4 mm dual headphone output, PCM 384 kHz/DSD...

Codrut Nistor, 09 Aug 2022 21:19

The Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless lacks the foldable design of its predecessor. (Image source: Sennheiser)

Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless launches for US$349.95 with up to 60 hours of battery life

Sennheiser has unveiled its latest pair of over-ear headphones, the Momentum 4 Wireless. Replacements for the ageing Momentum 3 Wireless, the Momentum 4 Wireless promises to deliver excellent battery life, improved noise cancellat...

Alex Alderson, 09 Aug 2022 15:40

The Xiaoxin Pad Pro 2022. (Source: Lenovo)

Lenovo Xiaoxin Pad Pro 2022: multiple colorways and a high-end OLED display is teased for the upcoming tablet

Lenovo has just officially confirmed the leaks pointing to an imminent launch for the Xiaoxin Pad Pro 2022, a slate that will come in a range of finish options as colorful as its 120Hz AMOLED display. Its metallic unibody will be ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Aug 2022 19:53

The comfortable Sony WH-1000XM4 over-ear headphones with active noise cancellation are currently on sale at Adorama (Image: Sony)

Deal | Popular Sony WH-1000XM4 noise-cancelling headphones are on sale with a notable 35% discount

At a steeply discounted sale price of just US$228, the Sony WH-1000XM4 are a great choice for bargain hunters who can refrain from buying the latest but only marginally better fifth generation of Sony's noise-cancelling over-ear h...

Enrico Frahn, 07 Aug 2022 19:16

The 8210 4G reaches a new market. (Source: Nokia)

Nokia 8210 4G debuts in India alongside the 110 4G (2022)

Nokia has updated the ultra-budget 110 4G it sells in India for 2022. Apart from an updated design and new colors, it seems to have much the same specs as its immediate predecessor. For something even more renewed and with extra r...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Aug 2022 15:48