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The multi-driver designs mark a promising new direction for the constantly innovating Japanese company, but will it keep their streak going? After a session with them at Canjam Singapore 2019, here are some first impressions. Overview Echoing Final’s existing MAKE series in both naming and design language, the new B1, B2, and B3 come in solid, stainless steel housings. Gold for the B1, grey for the B2, and silver for the B3 – a color scheme that also reveals their actual price brackets....

Mobile gaming has seen a substantial rise in popularity over the years, reaching over 2.5 Billion users in 2020. That’s why it’s not surprising how major gaming headphones providers jumped on the rising need for earbuds for on-the-go gaming. And one of those is Turtle Beach with their Battle Buds in-ear gaming headset. Unlike the typical over-ear gaming headphones, the Turtle Beach Battle Buds’ in-ear design promises great portability at a relatively affordable price....

Anyone who uses Apple’s earphones knows the exclusivity of using such a product. The proprietary lightning cable and the optimized hardware for Mac and iOS make it difficult for people to use Apple’s headphones with any non-Apple product. Now imagine if you were put in a position where you had no other choice but to use your Apple EarBuds as a mic on PC for an important Skype, Zoom, or Slack call....

Using two headphones on one computer isn’t always simple. It can be frustrating when you want to share music or a video with someone else and you find out it’s not as simple as simply plugging two headphones in. For one thing, most computers only have one headphone jack. And even if you’re using two Bluetooth headphones or headphones that use different ports, you sometimes still need to play around with your audio settings to get a good connection for both headsets....

Jabra has upgraded its three-year partnership with Mia Distribution in a bid to support the increased demand of soft phones and headsets in the local market. David Piggott, managing director ANZ at Jabra, says Mia’s dramatic growth in the Australian market has supported Jabra’s positioning into a market leader in Unified Communication (UC) headset sales in the Australian market. “Mia’s investment and success in cloud platforms for both UC and contact centre represents a true opportunity for partners to capitalise on this major market transition,” Piggott says....

Apple released the AirPods Max in December 2020, claiming to “bring the magic of the AirPods to an over-ear design.” However, almost three years later, reports of AirPods Max dying or not working the way they’re expected to flood the internet forums. According to Reddit user, petercalmdown: Another user, jordan-jay, states: So, what’s the deal? AirPods Max Condensation Issue Several users report water accumulating inside the AirPods Max’ ear cups after extended use....

If you haven’t tried a bone conduction headphones before, I implore you to try one if you ever have the chance. My first time was magical and the reaction was consistent with a couple of my friends. Bone conduction headphones are one of those headphones that people love to bash. It falls under the “open-ear” category where you can wear it without blocking your ears. There are people, who wore them regularly, swear by it....

To have staying power, take a cue from international superstar Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. A genuine crossover success story from rasslin’ to acting to an inexplicable singing gig in Moana, he has done it all, save for “Dancing with the Stars” when his star power wanes, lol. His recipe for success is simple, just be the hardest worker in the room. Undoubtedly one of the hardest-working companies in recent memory, FiiO shows no signs of stopping....

Apollo is one of the deities in Greek and Roman mythology and has been recognized as the god of a great many things including archery, music and dance, truth and prophecy, healing and diseases, the Sun and light, poetry, and more. Sendy Audio’s version of Apollo may be channeling the god of music, but rather than embodying unforgiving truth, this god is much more relaxed and informal. This new Apollo is easy-going and calm....

Where To Buy Introduction Hmmm, a true wireless earbuds (TWS) with a single dynamic driver selling at an affordable price (< $50). Where have we seen this before? Throw a stone and you can hit someone wearing such a TWS. From the spec-sheet, the Taotronics SoundLiberty 79 looks like a run-of-the mill chi-fi TWS. On closer inspection, features like “Smart AI Noise-Cancellation” microphone technology and 40hrs battery life perks my attention....

What does the term ‘end-game’ mean to you? No, not the current superhero movie kind. I’m talking about the headphone sort of end-game. Those of us bitten by the audiophile bug always seem caught up in an unquenchable thirst for the next best thing. Colloquially known as ‘upgradeitis,’ it is an affliction that most seriously affects our bank accounts but can bring joy, even if only fleetingly. To me, the term end-game indicates that something is as good as it gets....

Deezer has a lot going for it. It offers a Free plan, HiFi audio, podcasts, a great music discovery algorithm, and a few nifty features like the SongCatcher. On top of that, it has a well-designed interface that makes it easy to use. However, there are things the service lacks too. For instance, there’s no video available on the app, and non-music content such as audiobooks is limited to certain countries....

Here are the best noise cancelling headphones you can buy in 2022: Sony WH-1000XM4 Key features Noise cancellation type: Adaptive ANC Noise reduction: 25-30 dB Battery life: 30 hours Charging time: 5 hours of playback on a 10-minute charge Audio codec support: SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC Ambient Sound Mode: Yes Companion app: Sony Headphones Connect Additional features: NFC and Multipoint connectivity, Alexa Voice Assistant integration, Speak-to-Chat, Precise Voice Pick-Up, Edge AI, DSEE Extreme™, Wearing Detection, Atmospheric Pressure Optimizing....

How to Choose the Right Clip-on Headphones Have you ever struggled with your headphones falling off when you’re in the middle of something? Even earbuds fall out sometimes, as they only rely on the shape of your ear to stay in place. Introducing clip-on headphones — the solution that allows you to enjoy your music without the need to constantly adjust them. However, just going with any clip-on headphones won’t do the trick....

How to Pick the Right Headphones for Classical Music When listening to recorded pieces, you’ll notice that you can’t fully immerse yourself with the notes and dynamics unless you have a decent set of surround sound speakers or a good pair of headphones. But since true surround sound speakers take up space and costs a lot to install and maintain, headphones are easily the top option. But you can’t just pick any pair of headphones and expect classical music to sound perfect....

It’s retro night! You pull out an old DVD and dust off your Dolby Digital home theater or Blu Ray player. Wow, it actually sorta works. However, after setting everything up you start scrolling through some of the options and see things like “bitstream”, “Dolby Digital”, and “PCM”. So, now you’re stuck cause you don’t have any idea what they mean! Worse, your pals tell you to pick one and be done with it....

The Bose 700 are among the best Bose headphones on the market today. They have outstanding noise cancellation, excellent sound quality, and a variety of controls for media playback, calls, and voice assistant activation. Unfortunately, getting all these Bose 700 controls memorized can be taxing. Not to mention that these headphones also have three different types of controls, making things extra challenging, even for experienced customers. Not to worry! This article aims to help you navigate the different controls of the Bose 700....

Big Picture: GravaStar Sirius P5 are true-wireless earbuds made for people who value unique and functional designs with their interchangeable cases. Beyond just the aesthetics, Sirius P5 also promises advanced, high-quality sound with their 12mm drivers, Bluetooth 5.2, and AptX HD support. Key features: Interchangeable custom cases The GravaStar Sirius P5’s interchangeable cases, which you can personalize to match your style, are arguably their most distinctive selling point.These cases range from classic Sci-Fi (think Star Wars) to modern industrial design....

We’ve all run into this issue at some point – you plug your headphones into your computer like you always do, but they aren’t working as they should. It could be that your headphones don’t have any sound, or if they just won’t get recognized by the laptop. Whatever your specific problem is, it can be more frustrating if you really need your headphones right away. And if you can’t figure out if the problem lies with the headphones or the laptop....

AirPods are one of the most popular audio accessories, and it’s not hard to see why. They’re small, lightweight, and highly portable, making them the perfect choice for music lovers on the go. However, their tiny size and true wireless design also make them notoriously easy to lose. Since you will not be able to blacklist your stolen AirPods, the thief can easily get away with them and there is not much you can do....