Headphones
SEE HEADPHONES STORIES BY CATEGORY
Best Picks
Best noise-cancelling headphones
Active noise-cancelling headphones aren't just for travel, and the best models won't mess with your audio experience in the ways that some early models did.Reviews
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones review: Taking it to the max
If you’re looking for the very best in over-ear, active noise-cancellation, the all-new Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones deserve your inspection.Reviews
Skullcandy Smokin' Buds review: A lot of sound for little money
Good true wireless headphones needn't cost hundreds of dollars. If you can live without active noise cancellation, here's a great pair for just $25.Reviews
Bose QuietComfort Headphones review: Not ultra, but still great
These aren’t the best headphones you can get from Bose, but they sound fabulous and cost $80 less than the company's top-of-the-line QuietComfort Ultra.News
Google's Pixel Buds Pro get conversation detection, clearer calls
Your Pixel Buds Pro will soon be able to pause the music when you start chatting, as well as serve up better call quality and warn you if your tunes are too loud.Reviews
Jabra's Elite 10 delivers great ANC, comfy fit, so-so call quality
Jabra's new flagship earbuds deliver terrific noise cancellation and Dolby Atmos, but call quality could be better.Reviews
Jabra Elite 8 Active review: When the going gets tough
Looking for solid audio as you work out? Jabra has the buds for you.Reviews
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds review: Immersive experiences
Bose takes a happy song and makes it better, using a healthy dose of immersive audio.Reviews
Marshall Motif II ANC review: First-rate earbuds, rock 'n' roll style
Marshall call the Motif II A.N.C.'s in-ear headphones, we call them ear buds. No matter what the designation–they're among our favorites because of their sonic excellence.News
Focal Bathys users can customize their headphone experience
Mimi Hearing Test integration allows Bathys users to tailor the headphone's performance to their personal hearing. You can buy a new color, too.News
Bose dials up spatial audio with new headphones and earbuds
The QuietComfort Ultra headphones and earbuds mark Bose's belated entry into the spatial audio arena. Snapdragon Sound with aptX Adaptive is another welcome highlight.News
Apple's AirPods Pro 2 is getting a USB-C charging case
The new charging case will allow not only charging via a USB-C cable and a power adapter, but also from a USB-C-equipped iPhone.News
Apple September event 2023: AirPods, HomePod, and more
Word is that Apple will be showing off a new AirPods Pro model alongside the iPhone 15 Pro at its September event. What about the HomePod and Apple TV?Reviews
Technics EAH-AZ80 review: These earbuds do everything well
These true wireless headphones look and sound great; they deserve comparison with the best from Apple, Bose, and Sony.News
Samsung rolls out Auracast broadcast audio to select TVs and Galaxy Buds
Thanks to a new Bluetooth LE Audio feature, you'll soon be able to connect a bevy of Samsung earbuds to select Samsung smart TVs.Best Picks
The best headphones for personal listening
Whether you're looking for an over-the-ear, on-ear, or in-ear model, we'll help you find the perfect pair.Reviews
FiiO K7 review: This outstanding DAC drives headphones, too
It’s marketed as a DAC/headphone amp combo, but this affordable desktop device sounds just as great while connected to a preamp or powered speakers.News
Marshall Motif II ANC earbuds to arrive September 12
We praised the original for great sound, comfortable fit, strong noise cancellation, and long battery life. Improvements are promised on all four counts.News