Audio

Bose’s limited-edition Thom Browne QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen) pair cashmere cushioning and signature striped detailing with the standard model’s unchanged audio, noise cancellation and 30-hour battery life. Carrying a hefty price tag, the fashion-focused headphones are available for preorder ahead of September 28 shipping.

Antares has rebuilt its flagship pitch-correction engine from scratch. AutoTune Advanced adds vibrato-aware tuning and sub-1-ms live processing – because perfectly tuned vocals are not much use if the singer suddenly sounds like a spreadsheet.

After 17 years, the Yeti has finally been spotted again. And this time, Logitech has the pictures to prove it. Its new microphone, the Yeti 2, is a result of a collaboration with a Japanese designer and artist.

Oppo’s Enco X4 flagship earbuds pair Dynaudio-tuned dual drivers with adaptive noise cancellation, high-resolution audio support, improved call quality, and up to 53 hours of battery life. Currently exclusive to China, they're expected to make their way to global markets in the coming months.

The design and color options for the Nothing Headphone (1) Pro have allegedly leaked. They will retain the transparent look with some tweaks and bring some upgrades compared to the base Headphone (1).

There are quite a few clip-on earbuds on the market, and Samsung is looking to jump into the pool with its Galaxy Buds On. These were believed to be called Galaxy Buds Able, but that doesn’t seem to be the case anymore.

The Logitech G Pro X 3 Lightspeed introduces a new microphone for more authentic-sounding recordings. 50 mm graphene drivers are back, but battery life is 20 hours longer than the Pro X2. The wireless gaming headset will cost buyers $249.99/€279.99 and ships on October 8th.

Beats has released its latest flagship headphones—the Beats 360 over-ear Dolby Atmos headphones. They offer the company's best active noise cancellation along with Personalized Spatial Audio. Swappable UltraPlush and Performance Knit ear cushions provide a customized look.

With 42 hours of battery life, real-time translation and three-device connectivity, Vivo is launching a new rival to the Huawei FreeClip 2. The open-ear Buds Clip are launching in China at prices starting at the equivalent of around $104.

Maono’s new G3 gaming audio mixer adds dual‑PC streaming, programmable soundpads, and independent Chat, Headphone, and Stream mixes for creators. It supports XLR and 3.5 mm inputs, AI noise reduction, and full PC routing control through Arena software for Windows.

GTA 6 launches on November 19, and a day later, the official soundtrack CD and vinyl will go on sale. These will include 34 original songs from artists such as Travis Scott, Morgan Wallen, Keith Richards, and others.

Bose has revealed pricing, specifications and release dates for its latest pair of premium earbuds. Another pair of clip-on earbuds, the Bose Ultra Open Earbuds 2nd Gen, boasts 20% longer battery life than their predecessors, as well as Snapdragon Sound (Qualcomm aptX) support.

Bose has returned to its Sport Open Earbuds brand with a new model. Launching globally in October with a choice of three colours, the new open earbuds adopt a clip-on design with up to 22 hours of battery life, Bluetooth Multipoint connectivity and Google Find Hub support.

Spotify is investigating bugs preventing users from following, unfollowing, blocking, or unblocking accounts. The issues coincide with the rollout of a new recommendation-control feature, raising fresh concerns about the platform’s stability.

A new report states that Bose is planning on launching new Sport Open Earbuds that will feature a clip-on style design. These will reportedly be offered in multiple color combinations and feature IP54 dust and water resistance.

Sony has unveiled the PlayStation Pulse and premium Pulse Edge wireless headsets, both featuring upgraded planar magnetic drivers, PlayStation Link connectivity, Bluetooth support and AI-assisted microphone noise rejection. The release date and price of both models are yet to be announced.

The Yamaha B200A Dolby Atmos soundbar delivers immersive spatial surround sound in a compact form-factor ready for use under computer monitors and TVs. The soundbar is under two feet long and comes with dual 20-watt drivers and a 30-watt subwoofer.

Fender is taking its name beyond guitars and amplifiers. The Elie 6 and Elie 12 portable speakers are now launching in the US – and their XLR/instrument inputs make them considerably more interesting than the average Bluetooth box.

Serato has released a public beta of Serato DJ 5.0, introducing a major overhaul to beatgrid analysis. The new Lucid Beatgrids can follow drifting tempos and live drums more accurately – reducing manual grid correction for older recordings.

The Bose TV Speaker 2nd Gen has been quietly launched, and compared to the first-gen wireless soundbar, it brings a couple of key improvements. Improved sound with a center tweeter and a rounded design are among the highlights. The launch price is $299, making it sit in the mid-range segment.

A new high-end Sony Walkman has emerged in a new leak. Likely the long-rumoured Walkman NW-ZX900, the new audio player appears set to launch alongside two other cheaper Walkman devices, too.

A new open-source mod turns PC audio into real-time haptic feedback on Valve’s Steam Controller, allowing users to feel music, dialogue and sound effects through vibrations. The technology could also offer a useful accessibility feature for deaf gamers.

Nothing is not moving on to the Headphone (2) just yet. Instead, its first over-ear headphones could receive the Pro treatment, complete with a triple-driver system, 10 microphones and studio-tuned audio. The upgrades may also push the price up to $399.

IKEA has expanded its smart home portfolio with the release of the Badkruka, a new budget-friendly Bluetooth speaker. In addition to its eye-catching design, the speaker stands out for its versatility, allowing users to pair multiple units or combine them with other compatible IKEA speakers for synchronized multi-room playback or a dedicated stereo setup.

Audio-Technica’s new ATH-AL5NC open-back wireless headphones deliver Hi-Res LDAC audio, low-latency gaming performance, and long battery life. Designed for spacious sound without heat build-up, they offer ANC, dual-device connectivity, and optional wired playback.

Apple AirPods 5 deliver active noise cancellation with adaptive transparency mode, hands-free AI chats, and on-board live conversation translation in an open-ear design. A second variant comes with slightly longer runtimes and stem volume touch control.

Traditional manufacturer Marshall is introducing new color options for many of its products. Depending on your personal style, you can now get the Kilburn III in a new all-black design, enjoy your music with the Monitor III A.N.C. in Cream, or take the Emberton III with you in Vintage Brown.

Despite something of a revival in physical media and continued strong sales of 4K UHD Blu-ray discs, no new players were unveiled at IFA. We spoke with Yamaha about the situation and searched the show floor, where we found a relatively unknown company that may have potential: Krovatar.

Belkin has unveiled four new SoundForm audio products at IFA 2026, including three true‑wireless earphones—the SoundForm Isolate Buds, SoundForm Dot, and SoundForm Dot ANC—and a pair of headphones—the SoundForm Play ANC.

Amazon has applied its largest-ever discount yet to the JBL Bar 1000MK2 7.1.4-channel Dolby Atmos soundbar. The 960-watt soundbar system uses MultiBeam 3.0 and PureVoice 2.0 technologies to deliver immersive 3D audio and crisp dialogue.

Sony has finally unveiled the WH-1000XM4C, a refreshed version of its popular WH-1000XM4 ANC headphones. The new model adds a 10-band equalizer, Bluetooth 6.0, and a lavender colorway, and is now available for pre-order at $299.99.

The Bose SoundLink Micro portable speaker (2nd Gen) in black is on sale at Amazon at 38% off the MSRP, a $49.01 savings. It delivers powerful sound for its size, with water-, drop-, shock-, and rust-resistance.

In the modern mobile workspace, we prioritize CPU benchmarks, thermal efficiency, and display gamut coverage. Yet, when it comes to capturing the most critical data stream of our workday—our spoken conversations—we often rely on passive, disconnected tools.

SDR dongles like the popular RTL-SDR Blog V4 offer robust listening versatility at a budget price point. However, their portability often comes at the cost of a bulky laptop to supply power, process signals, and display results. The open-source OrcSDR project solves this by turning an off-the-shelf dev tablet into a dedicated, grab-and-go radio.

Noise’s Master Buds Open combine a comfortable clip-on design with "Sound by Bose" technology, spatial audio and low-latency gaming features. Early impressions are positive, positioning the earbuds as an affordable alternative to Bose's Ultra Open Earbuds.

Fitnexa’s Duva One combines side-sleeper-friendly earbuds with noise cancellation, sleep tracking and environmental sensors to provide insights into nighttime habits and bedroom conditions. A launch is planned for October.

Sony is rumoured to be refreshing the WH-1000XM4 with a new model in September. In the meantime, a reliable leaker has shared half a dozen pictures of the upcoming Sony WH-1000XM4C in multiple colours. The new over-ear wireless headphones are expected to cost considerably less than the original WH-1000XM4, too.

Beyerdynamic’s new Aventho Y wireless ANC headphones were unveiled at IFA 2026 with a stylish design focused on personal expression and long‑term comfort. They offer up to 90 hours of runtime, customizable sound, and replaceable batteries for $149.99.

Leaker Roland Quandt says Sony's next budget over-ear headphones, the WH-CH730N and WH-CH530, could go on sale as early as 7 September at sharply lower prices than earlier leaks suggested. The mid-range WH-CH730N is listed at around €70, less than half the €149 its predecessor launched at in 2023, while keeping ANC, Bluetooth, a 3.5mm jack and USB-C.

The Anker soundcore AeroClip 2 brings a 12 mm driver, LDAC and Whisper Mode call handling to the open-ear clip format for 179.99 euros from 22 September. A Pro model adding on-device recording and AI recall also arrives in January 2027.

Huawei has announced the FreeBuds Neo as ultra-lightweight earbuds with premium features. With a total battery life of up to 40 hours, the earbuds have adaptive ANC, spatial audio with head tracking, lossless audio support, and bone conduction microphones.

Astell & Kern’s new PD5 digital audio player delivers ultra‑high‑resolution audio with eight Cirrus Logic DACs, supporting high-powered, balanced headphones with a wide 20 Hz–70 kHz frequency range, DSD256/PCM playback, Qobuz streaming, and 28‑hour battery life.

Sony’s latest speaker is designed to provide sound for a large party all on its own, as Sony has built three subwoofers and amplifiers with an output power of 2,150 watts into a speaker that is one meter tall and weighs 56 kilograms.

Sonos has just unveiled its next-gen Beam Ultra soundbar, Ace Ultra headphones and Sonos 27 operating system, marking its largest product push in years after a troubled app redesign. The new devices come with upgraded hardware, improved audio quality and tighter multi-room integration.

The Sonos Ace Ultra is official, and not only is it priced lower than the older Sonos Ace, but it’s also said to offer better sound, longer battery life, and a range of new features. The headphones can stream audio directly from a Sonos speaker via Wi-Fi.

JBL has begun accepting pre-orders for its Pulse 6 Bluetooth speaker. The speaker, which boasts features such as Bluetooth 6.0, Auracast, lossless audio, and up to 12 hours of use, can also double as a bedside lamp.

Ultra-thin tablets are rarely known for their sound quality. Huawei has nevertheless equipped the MatePad Pro Max with six speakers. The result is one of the tablet's biggest surprises.