Tag: audio
The Nothing Ear and Ear (a) earbuds are set to get a Transparency Mode boost
The Nothing Ear and Nothing Ear (a) are the latest wireless earbuds from Nothing, unveiled earlier this month – and the updates are already getting underway, with an upgrade to the Transparency Mode coming soon. That’s the word from Nothing CEO Carl Pei, who says the improvements will be “noticeable”.…
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I switched through all the best music streamers for a month to compare them – here are the 7 biggest things I learned
Spotify has long been considered the best music streaming service thanks to its extensive music library, user-friendly interface, smart recommendations and sleek design. However, the music streaming space has changed since Spotify launched in 2008. Since then, rivals have upped their game and launched new products catering to different listeners.…
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The next HomePod could be more like a soundbar according to this Apple patent – and it hints at fixing the HomePod 2’s biggest issue
The next Apple HomePod might have a much longer and thinner horizontal design than previous models, making it look more like a soundbar, according to an Apple patent spotted by AppleInsider. The patent details the design of what appears to be a horizontal HomePod with speakers and a central display that reminds us…
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Soundcore’s new sports earbuds offer a Powerbeats Pro-style customizable secure fit for a fraction of the price
Anker’s audio sub-brand Soundcore has very quietly launched a new pair of athletic earbuds known as the Sport X20. The company didn’t exactly roll out the red carpet for the devices as it made the announcement on Reddit. But they do appear to be worthy successors to the Sport X10.…
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Apple is exploring removable batteries for iOS devices – and I think AirPods need it most
As if to temper the cries of “but what are you doing for Sustainability Week, Tim?” across the internet, Mr. Cook’s behemoth recently filed a patent for uniform battery enclosures – something that might match across your iPhone, your wireless keyboard and your wireless mouse, say – that could allow us…
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What to look for in your first turntable in 2024
Vinyl records are doing incredible numbers. Sales of LPs are at their highest level since the 1990s after 16 consecutive years of climbing sales, and it’s no wonder why – vinyl records don’t just sound good, they’re wonderfully visual and tactile things too. As much as we love the best…
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