Bose is not breaking any new ground with QuietComfort 45.
There is still no one overtaking the Sony WH-1000XM4 on noise reduction. But we hope they will soon upgrade to even better sound.
Four new noise-cancelling headphones meet a former favorite, in a settlement to remove the noise.
Are you looking for a pair of extremely well-sounding headphones? Here they are! Then the noise cancellation will be a bonus.
Rarely has a pair of small wireless earbuds received so much attention as Nothing Ear (1).
Philips Fidelio L3 is nicer to look at, and exudes better build quality, than most in this class. But what about the sound?
JBL Tour One is a pair of proper headphones, which after som help from EQ function in the app, brings out a smile on your face.
It's hard to get better headphones for the price than the Altec Lansing Excellence.
With both cool sound and good noise reduction, the small Marshall Motif ANC is one of the best buys in the price range.
A nice exterior is one thing. The question is whether the inside lives up to expectations.
AirPods 3 are what AirPods should have be like from day one, but now, when they are finally here, we are thrilled.
Focal Clear MG has been upgraded with diaphragms in pure magnesium, which turns out to give even better sound.
QuietComfort 45 is essentially a QC35 II with ambient sound - and USB-C.
Devialet Gemini are earplugs that can stand up against the very best.
If you are looking for affordable headphones with noise reduction and good sound, these may be the answer.
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