Huawei just unveiled fully waterproof IP57-rated open earbuds and I think they could be the bargain of 2025

Huawei FreeArc are here, boasting IP57 dust- and water-ingress protectionIt's Huawei's second open-ear option after FreeClip, but the firm's first 'shell' designThey're affordable – and there's an extra saving if…

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Sony’s next flagship wireless headphones just edged closer to launch – here’s when they might land

Sony looks set to launch new headphones (likely the Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones) according to two recent product filings with the US' FCC and Singapore's IMDA.While the device isn't called the…

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Feel like the battery on your wireless earbuds degrades faster than other tech? You might not be wrong

New research examines battery degradation in different devicesDesign might make more of an impact than you expectUnderstanding the issues might lead to longer-lasting techIt looks like it’s official: batteries may…

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Beats took its time, but the Powerbeats Pro 2 are finally here with heart monitoring

Summary The Powerbeats Pro 2 are 22% lighter and offer 45-hour battery life. The new design includes an ear hook with nickel-titanium alloy for flexibility and comfort. Features include heart…

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Sennheiser’s HD 505 entry-level headphones are here, and I compared them to the HD 600

Sennheiser has just unveiled the latest entry-level headphones in its more 'analytical' line-up of headphones, the HD 505. The 500-series is always Sennheiser's more affordable line, and the HD 505…

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You have to see Dark Matter’s stunning wired earbuds, which have up to 8(!) drivers in stunning designs

Four models with up to 8 driversLaunching 21 January 2025$599 to $1,699 (about £499 / AU$965 to £1,399 / AU$2,739)There's a new name in the high-end earbuds market: Dark Matter…

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B&O’s earbuds with replaceable batteries for a ‘longer-lasting product’ get slammed for not being very replaceable

iFixit gives the Beoplay Eleven one out of tenSays the batteries are no more replaceable than AirPods'Beoplay Eleven are "far behind" Apple in terms of techOne of the big selling…

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