Active noise control

I think one thing we can all agree on is that the world is a pretty noisy place. We can also agree on the fact that no one likes that. And, at least sometimes, we’d ideally like to shut it all out. While that’s not possible, a pair of effective noise-cancelling headphones can make you feel like you’re in your own private world. Apple Unveils Its iPhone 15 and Apple Watch Series 9We thoroughly tested a number of ANC headphones and curated a list of the ones we liked the most. We have a pick for every user and every…

You’ve probably seen the letters ‘ANC’ everywhere when shopping for headphones or earbuds. But you’ve probably got a vague idea of what ANC does and often wondered if you really needed it or not. We’ve put together a little guide explaining what it is, how the noise-canceling tech works, and why (or why not) you need it in your next pair of headphones. What is ANC?Simply put, ANC, short for Active Noise Cancelation, is a feature on your headphones that reduces unwanted background noise so you can enjoy your music better.…

A good pair of headphones is nothing less than a necessity in this age. Whether you’re attending meetings on the go or jamming to music on the subway, you need headphones that sound good, look good, last long, and ideally silence the loud outside world around you. Apple Unveils Its iPhone 15 and Apple Watch Series 9While that’s very basic criteria for what you should look for in a regular pair of headphones, there’s a slightly different set of features to look out for if you’re on the hunt for a gaming headset. Gamers go…

Bose Ultra Open EarbudsBose goes off the beaten path with the Ultra Open Earbuds, pushing an innovative, futuristic design that’s comfortable with a splash of durability, a full, airy soundscape with great battery life, and a price tag that’s too expensive to lack ANC. $300 @ BoseProsComfortableInnovative designGreat battery lifeExcellent Sound With Minimal Bleed World-renowned audio maker Bose is known for its quality audio and industry-standard active noise cancelation technology. But instead of coasting on its many…

Simon Cohen / Digital Trends Headphones have become an integral part of our lives. That’s especially the case as we rely on things like Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) to block out the massive amounts of noise that we deal with on a daily basis, especially if you live in a bustling, metropolitan city. Luckily, even though headphones tend to be quite expensive, there are a lot of great Memorial Day sales going on where you can pick up great headphones, like the Sony WH-1000XM5, for a relatively cheap price. In fact,…

Simon Cohen / Digital Trends If you’re planning to buy a new pair of headphones, we can’t recommend the Sony WH-1000XM5 wireless headphones enough. They’re even better if you can take advantage of Amazon’s 13% discount that pulls their price down to $348 from $400, for savings of $52. We don’t expect the offer to last long because of the headphones’ popularity, so if you’re interested, you’ll need to add them to your cart and check out as fast as you can. Why you should buy the Sony WH-1000XM5 wireless headphones…

$329 is asking a lot for a headset, especially for an active noise canceling headset that doesn’t come from the likes of Apple or Sony. But the Turtle Beach Stealth Pro headset lives up to its name by offering a clean look that gives it universal appeal, but also dedicated gaming features that other ANC competitors lack. And the ANC here is good. The likes of the AirPods Max are probably still a better pick for people who are deep into Apple’s ecosystem, and Sony’s WH-1000XM5 are probably a little better if you don’t care…

Sony’s wireless earbuds are some of the best listening devices that money can buy, so they’re always in high demand whenever they go on sale. If you’ve always wanted them, you should take advantage of the discounted prices that are available on Amazon right now. Here are our top picks among the headphone deals involving Sony wireless earbuds, but you need to act fast if you want to shop any of them because the price cuts will disappear without warning. Sony WF-C500 — $68, was $100 The Sony WF-C500 wireless earbuds…

Dell and Alienware may not seem like the first choice when looking for good gaming headset deals but right now, there’s a rare discount on the Alienware Tri-Mode Wireless Gaming Headset. Usually priced at $200, it’s down to $180 for a limited time only at Dell. While this is a relatively modest discount, this headset really doesn’t see price cuts often and it’s definitely worth your money. If you’re keen to learn more, keep on reading or hit the buy button to get straight to purchasing it. Why you should buy the…

Amazon has a big sale on plenty of different Beats headphones and earbuds right now. If you’ve been checking headphone deals regularly with a focus on all things Beats, this could be your chance to upgrade your listening experience for less. Interested? Here are the highlights. Beats Studio Buds — $120, was $150 The Beats Studio Buds offer the core essentials you could need from earbuds you might wish to take to the gym or use while on a run. They have a custom acoustic platform that promises powerful and balanced…