Ears

Source: Christine Romero-Chan / iMore Apple's upcoming iOS 16 feature will allow AirPods owners to scan their ears, allowing them to enjoy a feature called Personalized Spatial Audio. Apple says that by knowing what your ears look like, it can offer a "more precise and immersive listening experience." Apple announced iOS 16 during its WWDC22 opening keynote on June 6 and developers have been testing the first beta release ever since. One of the things Apple announced but you might have missed was the Personalized Spatial…

Samsung’s Galaxy wireless earbuds are some of the best on the market, and now that we live in the era of USB-C and no 3.5mm headphone ports, they’ve become even more popular. But regardless of what type of headphones you might be using with your Samsung mobile device, did you know that you can achieve higher audio quality through a One UI feature called Adapt Sound? Adapt Sound is an accessibility feature that can help you tailor the audio experience delivered by your Samsung mobile device based on your hearing. Not…

In a supposedly ideal world, kids would spend their childhoods running through fields collecting flowers instead of watching TV, listening to music, and playing video games. Back here in reality, occasional digital distractions can be a parent’s only source of sanity, so Belkin has created a set of wireless earbuds designed specifically for kids that ensures they won’t damage their eardrums.As useful as headphones are for tuning out a world we’re all entirely tired of, the reality is that wearing a device designed to…

Joanne Weber is breaking new ground in exploring how arts-based learning can give deaf children every possible advantage in language development. Credit: Laura Sou There is a fierce debate raging in the deaf community. …

Dottir Freedom On-Grid MSRP $150.00 “Perfect for fitness buffs looking for a more affordable option.” Pros Comfy and secure fit with earhooks 12 pairs of eartips Bass-heavy sound for workouts Durable build Decent ANC and ambient modes Outstanding battery life…

1More PistonBuds Pro review: Sweet sound for small ears MSRP $70.00 “Don't let their size fool you: The 1More PistonBuds Pro are no-compromise earbuds.” Pros Very comfy fit Fit smaller ears Good sound quality Decent ANC and ambient modes Great app support Cons…

Among the three most popular voice assistants for smartphones and smart devices, Amazon's Alexa is in my experience more versatile and reliable than Google Assistant and Apple's Siri. It works well on both Android and iOS as well as the company's own smart speakers and smart displays, plus third-party devices including wireless speakers, televisions, and various IoT gadgets and appliances. With the Amazon Echo Buds, Alexa now comes to the ultra-portable form factor of true wireless earphones.The idea of a voice-assistant…