They cost twice what market leader Sony should have for a pair of excellent WH-1000XM4s , which have been the reference for noise reduction. Apple’s first headphones, the AirPods Max, are actually so expensive that they can be safely compared to high-end headphones. Or can they? If the price is in the high-end layer, the …
Whether you’re into fast-paced 3D action, mind-bending strategy games or a simulated flight across the Atlantic, sound is a key element in the experience. And an element that is best enjoyed via a headset. Partly because those around you might not share your enthusiasm and partly because a good headset can give you a realism …
As a subsidiary of Danish hearing aid manufacturer GN, Danish Jabra has had an easy access to knowledge about miniature electronics for the ear. This may be the reason why they have been quick to come up with completely wireless earplugs, which they now put out in a breathtaking number of models. We have recently …
It is normal to think that 400 euro is a lot of money for a pair of headphones. Especially when they are not even wireless, let alone have active noise cancelling. But even though I personally love headphones with good ANC, those are not the ones I use when I want to enjoy music for …
Fully wireless earbuds are the latest category among headphones, but also the best-selling. Everyone wants completely wireless! If we disregard the obvious disadvantage – namely that it is twice as easy to lose at least one earplug as if the two were connected – then the advantages are several. First, release the cable that rubs …
Technics EAH-AZ70W, possibly just the AZ70, is a more refined version of the Panasonic RZ-S500W. Among other things with larger 10 mm speaker elements, lined with graphene for lower distortion and more airy harmonics. Where Panasonic uses plastic, there is more aluminum on Technics. Otherwise, it is the same technology inside, as advanced active noise …
Beoplay E8 3.0 is Bang & Olufsen’s latest version of their completely wireless earbuds, which can also charge wirelessly. The problem with its predecessor was first and foremost that the wireless range was far too poor, and that wireless noise from other Bluetooth products negatively affected the E8 2.0. Both parts are fixed now. And …
When it comes to the ability to entertain, few are above or beside Klipsch. Their speakers ooze rock factor, while being very versatile in music style. They are world famous for their horn speakers, and use horn treble for almost everything. Since horn elements do not exist for headphones that I know of, Klipsch still …
When you get below the thousand mark for a pair of completely wireless earplugs with good battery life, it starts to taste like a bird. Skullcandy Sesh Evo is also water and dust protected with IP55 certification, which means that you can train well with them – even in heavy rain. Skullcandy has something they …
The new Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 is almost identical to the previous model, but now active noise cancellation is finally in place. In addition, the battery life is greatly improved, up from 4 to 7 hours in the plugs themselves, and with an additional 21 hours from the case. A total of 28 hours …
If you would like to have AirPods Pro, but think the protruding microphones are a deal breaker, or you think the sound is too loud at the top, then Apple-owned Beats Powerbeats Pro has virtually the same functionality. Powerbeats Pro has the same fantastic wireless range as the AirPods Pro (around 50 meters according to …
The most affordable completely wireless earbuds from Audio-Technica are also the most modern. For example, the ATH-CK3TW is the first to charge with USB C instead of micro-USB, and the extra playing time from the charging case has increased from 9 to 24 hours, compared to other plugs from the same manufacturer. Where the ATH-CKR7TW …
The Jaybird Vista sports earbuds are special in that the wings that attach the earplugs to the inside of the front helix are attached to the pads themselves. Three sizes included: Medium-sized pillows without wings, medium-sized pillows with medium-sized wings, and large pillows with large wings. My ears should probably have had medium-sized pillows with …
Among the two completely wireless earplug models in Creative’s arsenal, Outlier Gold is the most expensive, with a speaker element clad in graphene. The earplugs are still not expensive, with a price tag of only 1300 kroner. Creative Outlier Gold is water-repellent with IPX5 certification, which means that they can withstand both sweat and heavy …
This winter we tested the wireless earbuds Jabra Elite 75t, which we praised in the clouds for a very effective passive noise reduction, excellent fit and excellent sound quality with a lot of depth. Now it’s the successor Jabra Elite Active 75t that has landed on the test bench, and you must apologize to us …