Audio

The OnePlus Buds Ace 3 has been formally introduced as the company's new affordable wireless earbuds. They come with a 54dB noise cancellation mode and a rated battery life of up to 54 hours. The launch in China is set for later in April 2026.

Not a gas can, but a Bluetooth speaker: A new speaker with a striking design is said to deliver high audio output and comes with RGB lighting.

In case you missed it, DJI’s new Osmo Pocket 4 now has Spatial Audio and Audio Zoom, bringing iPhone-like immersive sound to content creators. However, despite the audio upgrades and the 4K/240fps-capable 37MP 1-inch sensor, the Pocket 4 faces looming competition from DJI's own Pocket 4P (Pro) and the upcoming Insta360 Luna Ultra.

The Bose SoundLink Micro portable speaker (2nd Gen) in five colors is on sale at Amazon at 23% off the MSRP. It delivers powerful sound for its size, with water-, drop-, shock-, and rust-resistance.

Leaked FCC filings confirm the upcoming DJI Mic Mini 2 (launching April 28) and a mysterious Mic Mini 2S variant - likely aimed at bridging the gap between the budget Mic Mini and the flagship DJI Mic 3. Despite the DJI's official "More Than Sound" teaser, recent FCC database changes suggest the alleged Mic Mini 2S has been pulled from US certification.

Xiaomi has started to release its new Bluetooth Speaker Essential in various countries worldwide. This portable gadget offers Bluetooth 6.0 connectivity, IP66 water and dust resistance, and up to ten hours of runtime on a single charge.

Huawei has announced that its smartwatch and earbuds hybrid is getting a successor after three years. The new wearable has been slightly redesigned and will be launched first in China.

With the AVR-S980H, Denon has launched a new AV receiver for home cinema that is set to support Dolby Atmos as well as the wireless connection of multiroom speakers as a wireless sound system—though there is still a catch.

CheckMag GoPro’s new Mission 1 camera series disrupts the market by introducing internal 32-bit float audio, a "safety net" technology previously exclusive to the $2,200 Nikon ZR. Launching May 28, 2026, the Mission 1 allows any external mic to record "un-clippable" sound, which sets a new industry standard.

More than two years after launching the Inzone Buds, Sony has announced a new color, bringing the available options to three. It has also slashed the price of the earbuds by a significant amount.

Sony has finally announced the Inzone H6 Air headphones that weigh just 199 grams. It's available to order starting today for $199.99.

Razer has two new pairs of gaming earbuds that look identical but they are actually quite different. These differences have been highlighted to make it easier to determine which one is best suited for one's use.

Following a launch in China in March, JBL is ready to launch its ultra-portable speaker, the Go 5 in other markets. The speaker has been spotted on Amazon and can be pre-ordered now ahead of its release in late April.

JBL's more affordable Flip line of portable Bluetooth speakers, the Flip Essential has received a new model after three years. Called the Flip Essential 3 SE, the speaker is now available to buy in China.

Insta360 has teased the upcoming Luna Ultra, a dual-camera gimbal vlogging camera set for an exclusive preview at NAB 2026. Positioned as a direct rival to the DJI Osmo Pocket 4, the Luna Ultra is said to feature 3x optical zoom and a new wireless Mic Air. While the Osmo Pocket 4 is expected to start at €500, Insta360’s pricing remains under wraps ahead of its April debut.

Sony’s new pair of wireless earbuds have leaked before their official release. Launching globally, the new release is an eye-catching translucent refresh of the existing Inzone Buds rather than an entirely new model.

Fostex has unveiled a pair of premium over-ear headphones trimmed with acacia wood housings - the closed-back TH810 and open-back TH818. They are identical component-wise to the previously announced TH910 and TH919 flagships, which use more expensive Japanese-lacquered maple housings.

Sony is expected to reveal a brand new gaming headset called the Inzone H6 Air next week. However, it looks like its specifications have leaked early.

Gadhouse has introduced the Miko, a retro‑styled portable cassette recorder that plays and records tapes, with wired and Bluetooth headphone support. Retro audio equipment lovers will enjoy its simple mechanical controls and ability to be powered by AA batteries or USB‑C power supplies.

Edifier is offering new headphones that are said to deliver high playback quality, long battery life, and a fast connection. The WH950NB also support lossless or very low-loss audio transmission.

Honor uses the body of a mouse as a charging case for wireless earbuds, so that these are always available for music, videos or zoom calls without having to pack them separately. Honor advertises a battery life of one month with normal use.

Sony's new pair of high-end wireless headphones should soon receive a global release. Rather than the WH-1000XM7, The ColleXion will be an even more premium alternative to the WH-1000XM6 that Sony is now said to be launching in two colours.

From vinyl records to compact cassettes and CDs to smartphones - Trettitre combines the most popular retro music formats with a MagSafe holder for smartphones, turning the record player and mobile cassette player into space-saving wall decorations while they are not in use.

The first DJI Osmo Pocket 4 unboxing video has leaked, revealing new buttons, new case, new mic, and a smart fill light. However, the unboxing video doesn’t seem to mention the famous “Creator Combo”. The Osmo Pocket 4 should have 107GB internal storage and 14 stops of dynamic range, now potentially launching earlier than expected - on April 16.

Sony is rumoured to have developed two new pairs of over-ear headphones. At the same time, the company is said to be preparing a new version of the WH-1000XM6. The same leaker has revealed when this Sandstone variant is set to arrive, too.

A new pair of Sony wireless over-ear headphones has leaked. Previously thought of as a new 1000X device, The ColleXion is now rumoured to be a standalone pair of headphones. Pricing and a release date have emerged, too.

Amazon has dropped the price of the top-rated Sony WH-1000XM5 noise-cancelling headphones to their near-historical low price. The headphones offer adaptive 8-microphone noise cancellation, Hi-Res Audio music playback, and DSEE Extreme AI music enhancement.

Grell has released the OAE2 open-ear headphones to the worldwide market. They utilize angled drivers that simulate the effect of sound coming from in front of the listener to deliver the missing je ne sais quoi that other headphones lack.

Samsung’s new HW-Q990H flagship soundbar brings AI-driven features like Sound Elevation and Auto Volume, but leaves the hardware largely unchanged from last year. At $1,999, it’s a tough sell when the HW-Q990F or even the older Q990D offer nearly identical performance for significantly less. Unless you really want the latest software tweaks, last year’s model remains the smarter buy.

Samsung has released a new app that it says helps with motion sickness. The free app, which is called Hearapy, plays a sound at a particular decibel and frequency, which then helps a user to improve balance.

With 18 drivers and 8,200 watts of power per speaker, the B&O Beolab 90 are extremely powerful. Bang & Olufsen is now reissuing the flagship speakers in two strictly limited versions.

The Aurzen Eazze D1 Air is a portable 300-lumen, 1080p LCD projector designed to run off external USB-C power banks rather than AC power. The projector supports Netflix, Amazon Prime, and YouTube and can be used as a portable speaker.

Leaks have revealed Sony's plans for its next pair of over-ear headphones. Targeted at gamers, the Inzone H6 Air will sport an open-back design while retaining headset functionality too.

Casio has released official sound packs from its 1980s keyboards VL-1, SK-1 and MT-40 on the Waves Place platform. Priced from ¥1,100 to ¥4,980, the packs launched March 25 and include rhythms, one-shots and tones.

With the new iOS update, Apple Music has pulled ahead with stronger discovery tools, neat new UI elements, and steadier pricing, while Spotify is struggling with late lossless rollout and rising costs. For users in Apple’s ecosystem, the transition is now easier to justify than before.

Lenovo has introduced new wireless earbuds that aim to stand out with surprisingly large drivers and a charging case featuring its own display. The company also promises an impressive battery life of up to 60 hours.

Edifier has launched a new pair of easy-to-use speakers promising solid audio quality. In addition to supporting a wide range of audio inputs, the Edifier M90 are active speakers capable of running without an external amplifier.

The Denon Home 200, 400, and 600 wireless speakers stream lossless music from online services, such as Tidal and Qobuz. The speakers also support Dolby Atmos Music, Hi-Res Audio, and Denon HEOS integration with other Denon A/V devices.

Bumpboxx's BB-777 is now official - it is a new 270 W portable vintage-styled boombox with cassette, CD, radio, and Bluetooth support - you can digitize your media as well. It runs up to 15 hours on battery, has a powerful audio output setup and is launching via Kickstarter.

CheckMag I left my AirPods at home and I discovered they were killing my productivity. Now, I make an effort to stop listening to useless podcasts to fill up the silence.

New Apple TV and HomePod mini models are reportedly "ready" for launch but remain shelved as Apple struggles to finalize its revamped, AI-powered Siri. With software bottlenecks now dictating hardware cycles, the highly anticipated upgrade to the A17 Pro-powered streamer and S9-equipped smart speaker may finally debut between iOS 26.5 and iOS 27.

Set to release in the second quarter, Philips' The Buds wireless earbuds have a pretty attractive design. They also come in a charging case with an integrated display.

Philips has announced a new color for its The Ringo on-ear headphones. The wireless headphones, which have a retro-design, will be available as part of the revived Philips Moving Sound collection.

The OnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro have officially been announced, and the new earbuds bring a handful of upgrades in key areas. However, the pair of earbuds have a slightly higher price tag than the previous generation.

Beats and Nike have jointly announced a special edition of the Powerbeats Pro 2 with a custom finish for the earbuds and charging case. However, there's a deal on the standard colors on Amazon for those who wish to save some money.

Bowers & Wilkins is adding new color options to its Pi8 earbuds and Px7 S3 headphones, including Dark Burgundy and Vintage Maroon. No hardware changes, with both models continuing at €429 in the premium audio segment.