active noise cancellation

Mi Neckband Bluetooth Earphones Pro and Mi Portable Bluetooth Speaker (16W) have been launched in India, priced at Rs. 1,799 and Rs. 2,499, respectively. The wireless neckband earphones feature active noise cancellation (ANC), while the wireless speaker has a two-driver setup with a rated output of 16W as well as IPX7 water resistance. The new audio products from Xiaomi come under the Mi brand and offer premium features and design at competitive prices that take the fight straight to rival brands such as Realme and…

High-end noise cancelling headphones might seem like an unnecessary luxury, considering that they often cost more than a lot of high-end smartphones. Of course if you travel a lot, you'll agree that these headphones are an important and often indispensable part of your kit. Not only do noise cancelling headphones make things quieter (particular on flights), but they also help you hear audio better, whether music or sound from movies or TV shows.A stroll around any airport terminal will show you that there are two brands…

Headphone brands such as Beats Audio and Bang & Olufsen might be popular today when it comes to styling, but nothing quite catches your eye like a pair of Skullcandy headphones. It isn't just their flashy colours and distinct looks; Skullcandy is also known for its unabashed love for excessive bass. Heavy bass isn't necessarily for everyone, but you'll find a sizeable number of people who want exactly that in a pair of headphones.Enter the Skullcandy Crusher ANC. A stepped-up version of the Skullcandy Crusher…

Although Sony and Bose are currently ahead of the competition when it comes to premium wireless headphones with active noise cancellation, that hasn't stopped other headphone manufacturers from giving the segment a shot. We've seen high-end options from leading brands including Jabra, Skullcandy, Bowers and Wilkins, and Apple in recent months. Now, German audio specialist Sennheiser has gotten into the game, with its latest pair of headphones, the Momentum 3 Wireless.Also known as the Sennheiser Momentum Wireless (2019),…

We've reviewed a bunch of active noise cancelling headphones, and if there's one thing they all have in common, it's high pricing. The feature is a premium one that is typically only seen on high-end headphones, and is usually combined with Bluetooth connectivity for maximum on-the-go convenience. The product we're reviewing here — the Claw ANC7 noise cancelling earphones — defies both these norms.Priced at Rs. 3,790, the Claw ANC7 is one of the most affordable headsets you can buy today with active noise cancellation.…

When someone says ‘wireless', ‘active noise cancellation', and ‘Sony' in the same sentence, they're likely referring to the Sony WH-1000XM3 headphones. However, that isn't the only model to check those boxes. The company's latest high-end, feature-filled pair of headphones is the WH-H910N, which sits just below the flagship WH-1000XM3 in its hierarchy.Priced at Rs. 20,990, the Sony WH-H910N h.ear On 3 is, like many of the company's premium options, technically impressive. With features such as active noise cancellation,…

Although wireless headphones and earphones are available for less than Rs. 2,000 now, premium features such as active noise cancellation and support for superior Bluetooth codecs still demand a significant investment. Top-tier headphones from Bose, Sony, and Sennheiser with active noise cancellation are still priced at well over Rs. 20,000, and there aren't too many affordable options; Sony and Sennheiser are among the few notable brands that offer noise cancelling headphones for less than Rs. 15,000.The space is thus…

We were recently re-introduced to JVC, a nearly 100-year-old Japanese brand with a rich history in the fields of consumer audio and video. Although the company is better known for its car audio products, we had a chance to try out some of its new wireless earphones, including the JVC HA-A10T, which we consider to be among the best true wireless earphones you can buy for less than Rs. 5,000 today.The latest product from the brand's stable is the JVC HA-FX65BN wireless noise cancelling headset. Priced at Rs. 4,999, this is…

Although more attention is usually given to the two opposing ends of the price range when it comes to headphones and earphones, the mid-range is as important, if not strategically more so. Buyers looking for more features and better specifications in headphones usually look to the mid-range segment, and Sony has built a formidable presence in the space with its products. The company recently launched two new models priced at under Rs. 10,000 - the Sony WF-XB700 true wireless earphones, and the Sony WH-CH710N wireless…

Even with the low-latency modes offered by popular wireless earphones, nothing beats the accuracy and timing of good old-fashioned wires when gaming. This is especially important with smartphone gaming; popular titles such as PUBG Mobile allow you to use sound cues as much as visuals to stay ahead of the competition. Although smartphones such as the Asus ROG Phone 3 are focused on the mobile gaming experience, not too many gaming-focused headsets for smartphones can be found.Furthermore, with the 3.5mm headphone jack…