Audio engineering

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…

JBL Live 770NC HeadphonesJBL's latest mid-range headphones offer the kind of bass that would be fun at the gym. They also take forever to die on you and feel pretty comfortable resting atop your head. If you're okay with a below-average build and ANC that lacks power, it's worth considering these. ProsReally long battery lifeBass-heavyEasily navigable controlsComfortable fitMics are good at canceling noiseConsANC doesn't cancel everythingNot the prettiest headphonesBuild feels cheapMeet JBL’s newest ANC headphones, the…

What’s your favorite way to listen to music? Maybe you prefer a quiet room with some headphones or listening on vinyl. One thing is for sure, you don’t want to hear some compressed MP3 on your phone, right? Apple, Amazon, and Tidal offer “lossless audio,” claiming users can “hear the exact same thing” an artist created in the studio. However, it’s a myth that lossless audio objectively sounds better than MP3, and most users can’t hear a difference at all.In 2014, Gizmodo asked readers if they could differentiate “lossless…

Nick Woodard/Digital Trends For anyone seeking one of the best gaming headset deals, go straight to the source and buy the Razer Opus gaming headset directly from Razer. It usually costs $200 but it’s currently down to $100 so you have the chance to save 50% off the regular price. A great headset for many reasons, let’s take a look at what it offers before you buy it. Why you should buy the Razer Opus The Razer Opus offers a lot of great features for a gaming headset. In particular, the headphones are THX-certified…

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…

Blasting Taylor Swift on the 30-watt speakers that accompany Fuse Audio’s upcoming release.Gif: Jorge Jimenez, Artem GolubTurntables seem to be making a comeback, at least at CES: JBL took a modern, Gen Z-friendly route with its recently released Spinner turntable that connects via Bluetooth, and Fuse Audio displayed several gorgeous vertical record players at CES 2024. The star of the category at CES was Fuse Audio’s upcoming vertical turntable, which ships with two 30-watt speakers at no additional cost.Would Peter…

JBL recently did something somewhat out-of-the-box and experimental: launching its first-ever wireless turntable. It’s called the Spinner BT, and released it a couple of weeks ago, just in time for the holiday season.The BT Spinner has what JBL calls a “modern yet retro feel.” This device aims to “elevate your space, “targeting Gen Z and millennials. It’s trying to take a modern take on turntables and emphasizing how it will notably up your home decor game.Apart from the design, the Spinner’s Bluetooth functionality gives…

The outside world is loud. Sometimes too loud. If you commute, you know this all too well. A good pair of active noise-canceling headphones is exactly what you need to enjoy a little peace and quiet, even on the noisiest train. Shure’s Aonic 50 has good ANC; you could even argue it’s too good.Most ANC modes silence low-end sounds better than high-pitched ones. But these headphones do not care. High-pitched or low-pitched, it cancels everything. In fact, when you’re walking on the street, you probably shouldn’t have it…