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Marshall’s compact soundbar isn’t just a pretty face — I tested it and it feels like a genuine threat to the Sonos ecosystem
By Nikita Achanta published
Editor's ChoiceThe Marshall Heston 60 is an excellent compact soundbar featuring Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support, and it makes you feel like you're at the movies.

I tested the CMF Buds 2 and I'm shocked — they're less than $50 but sound like $100 rivals
By Ashley Thieme published
RecommendedThe CMF Buds 2 cost under $50 but sound like they cost double, thanks to Dirac Opteo sound and great noise cancellation.

I’ve been testing the Nothing Ear (3) for a week — they look super stylish but the sound is the real star
By Nikita Achanta published
RecommendedThe Nothing Ear (3) are excellent, boasting powerful bass and nuanced vocals, and they feature an innovative 'Super Mic' too. But there are a couple flaws.

Apple AirPods Max 2 review: ‘Everything from its predecessor dialed up to 11’
By Erin Bashford published
Editor's ChoiceApple AirPods Max 2 take everything from the originals and multiply it by 100. The sound quality, features, and design are now industry-leading.

I tested the CMF Buds 2 Plus — they cost $79 but sound like $200+ rivals
By Ashley Thieme published
RecommendedThe CMF Buds 2 Plus tick many of the right boxes, but inconsistent performance across codecs will leave iPhone users in particular feeling shortchanged.

This conferencing headset probably sounds better than your headphones (and does more)
By Peter Wolinski published
RecommendedThe Jabra Evolve3 75 is a premium on-ear conferencing headset, and knocked me out of the park with stunning sound, great comfort and tons of handy features.

Sonos Play review: One of the best portable speakers in years
By Kate Kozuch published
Editor's ChoiceThis is my favorite Sonos yet

I tested the new Nothing Headphone (a) and I’m obsessed with the sci-fi design — but I'd hoped Nothing might’ve improved the sound
By Erin Bashford published
The Nothing Headphone (a) are some of the coolest headphones I’ve ever seen, but the narrow soundstage might put off serious audiophiles.

I tested Onkyo’s sub-$300 bookshelf speakers — and they’re the easiest way to get premium on a budget performance
By Ashley Thieme published
RecommendedThe Onkyo GX-30ARC bookshelf speakers offer amazing sound and versatile connectivity at a competitive price, making them a great home audio upgrade.

I just tested the ‘best party speaker of 2026’ — here's why you should buy the Marshall Bromley 450
By Nikita Achanta published
Editor's ChoiceThe Marshall Bromley 450 is an excellent and powerful party speaker, featuring a wide soundstage, tactile controls, and sporting a luxurious design.
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