Headphones
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Most people listen to their music through headphones today – so you want to make sure you’re getting the best pair you can. We test headphones of all kinds, ranging from true wireless earbuds to premium wired over-ear headphones, so no matter what style you prefer, or what your budget is, you can find something that’ll help you enjoy your music more.
True wireless earbuds are the most popular kind today, especially Apple’s AirPods, because they’re just so convenient and small – there’s no harm in taking them everywhere. And these days they come with great features such as active noise cancellation at cheaper and cheaper prices – while at the high-end, they keep taking big leaps in audio quality.
The classic style of headphone, meanwhile, keeps getting smarter, with more wireless models including app support so you can tweak their features, and customize the sound to exactly what you prefer.
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The best AirPods 2023
By Matt Bolton last updated
Buying Guide We put the best AirPods to the test, alongside the best Beats headphones. Take a look at our top picks.
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The cheapest Bose QuietComfort 35 II sales and deals for August 2023
By Mackenzie Frazier last updated
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The best cheap Bose headphone sales, prices and deals for August 2023
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TechRadar Deals Discover the best prices and sales on Bose's high-quality line of headphones.
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The best cheap noise canceling headphone sales and deals for August 2023
By Mackenzie Frazier published
techradar deals We're rounding up today's best cheap noise canceling headphones sales with all the top deals from around the web.
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Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones and earbuds just leaked – with serious prices
By Becky Scarrott published
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Astell & Kern’s second-gen wireless earbuds boast serious hi-res stamina
By Becky Scarrott published
A&K's second-gen UW100MKII brutalist buds boast an even longer battery life.
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Focal’s luxurious, leather-lined headphones make high-end listening attainable
By Ryan Waniata published
Focal's Utopia headphones may be a luxury purchase, but they deliver the full high-end audio experience in a compact package.
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By Becky Scarrott last updated
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