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News
Apple issues a firmware update for the AirPods Pro
Thereu2019s no telling exactly what the firmware does, though it probably includes some minor bug fixes or reliability tweaks.
Best Picks
AirPods vs. AirPods Pro vs. Powerbeats Pro: Which wireless earbuds are best for you?
If you want wireless earbuds with the H1 chip, you have three models to choose from. Which one reigns supreme?
Reviews
AirPods Pro review: Apple at its best
Not the best-sounding wireless earbuds you can buy, just the most effortless and delightful.
Reviews
Phiaton Bolt BT 700 review: Great batteries and disappointing design
Phiaton's $140 true wireless earbuds have great batteries, but otherwise aren't quite worth the price.
Stay Foolish
Apple: Putting its efforts where the money is
Appleu2019s most recent quarterly financial results spotlights a few successful areas where the company is spending money to make money.
How-To
How to turn noise cancellation on or off with AirPods Pro
If you want to listen to the world around you for a moment, the AirPods Pro make it easy.
Reviews
AirPods Pro first impressions: Off in my own little world
If I had to sum up my first day with the new AirPods Pro in one word, it would be 'effortless.'
News
AirPods Pro: Everything you need to know
Active noise cancelling, better audio performance, and silicone eartips. Wireless charging case included.
Reviews
Beats Solo Pro review: Noise cancelling makes all the difference
Fantastic noise cancelling, the H1 chip, and very good sound quality make these the on-ear wireless headphones to beatu2014for iPhone users.
Reviews
Monoprice true wireless earbuds review: A cut above the budget earbud competition
There are better true wireless earbuds out there, and cheaper ones, but few match the inexpensive price and surprisingly quality of Monoprice's true wireless earbuds.
Reviews
Ausounds AU Stream ANC review: Impressive sound and active noise cancellation
The AU Stream ANC wireless earphones deliver impressive sound and effective active noise cancellation in a comfortable, water-resistant design.
Reviews
Mpow Flame Bluetooth earphones review: A fine budget option for exercise enthusiasts
A reasonably capable pair of exercise earbuds that won't give your wallet a workout.
News
Report: Icon found in iOS 13.2 beta hints at newly-designed AirPods
The long-rumored u2018AirPods Prou2019 with noise cancelling and a new design may finally be close to release.
Deal
Today only, grab BeatsX wireless headphones for just $70
These bass-heavy earphones for active users come with the same fast-pairing technology you find in AirPods.
Reviews
Jaybird Tarah Sports Earbuds review: For the price, the base model is ‘good enough’
While not as cheap as some others, Jaybird's base model Bluetooth earphones offer a lot of luxury.
Reviews
1More Stylish True Wireless In-Ear Headphone review: Great sound quality isn’t the only thing going for these beauties
They also offer access to Apple and Google voice assistants and can serve as phone earpieces.
Deal
The Beats Solo3 Bluetooth headset is more than 50% off during Amazon Prime Day
When it comes to Bluetooth headphones, u201cBeatsu201d and u201cbargainu201d arenu2019t words you expect to see in the same sentence. But during this yearu2019s Amazon Prime Day, the Beats Solo3 on-ear headset is selling for its lowest price ever.
Deal
The Jaybird X4, our favorite wireless earphones, are down to an all-time-low on Amazon today
Amazon is selling the Jaybird X4 wireless sports earphones for an all-time low price of $104.64 today.
Macworld Podcast
Macworld reader hot takes on the iPhone SE, the Apple TV app, and more
We're doing a special edition of the show where we feature your hot takes from the Macworld social media feeds.
Reviews
Powerbeats Pro review: Better than AirPods, but not for everybody
Appleu2019s Beats by Dre subsidiary has its first true wireless earbuds, and theyu2019re wonderful.
Deal
Amazon is selling the new AirPods for a big discount
You can also take $10 off the new wireless charging case.
Opinion
Apple’s ‘courage’ to remove the headphone jack has created a brave new world
Itu2019s been over two years since Apple opted to axe the headphone jack from the iPhone and guess what? Things are pretty good.
News
The Powerbeats Pro ‘totally wireless’ earphones are the most Apple product Beats has ever made
Apple has unveiled a new true wireless version of its Beats Powerbeats earphones, and thereu2019s a lot of AirPods tech inside.
Reviews
Funcl W1 review
Funcl's proven it's possible to make a great, inexpensive set of true wireless earphones.
Reviews
AirPods (2nd generation) review: Apple’s mega-hit headphones get a few modest improvements
AirPods took over the wireless headphone world, and now theyu2019re a little bit better.rn
Reviews
BeatsX Earphones review: These Bluetooth earbuds are an ace for bass
If you want the easy pairing of AirPods but without the wonky fits, these may be the earphones for you.
News Analysis
7 things you need to know about Apple’s new AirPods
The hottest wireless headphones around are better than ever. Just don't call them AirPods 2.
News
Apple’s launch week continues as new AirPods arrive with wireless charging case, ‘Hey Siri’ support
Apple's string of product releases continues on Wednesday with the launch of the second-generation AirPods and a new wireless charging case.
Reviews
Altec Lansing True Evo review: Waterproof Bluetooth sports earbuds with Qi charging case
Earphones so nice they broke on us twice.
Reviews
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless earphones review: Great sound but the controls are unintuitive
It's maddening how close Sennheiseru2019s Momentum True Wireless earbuds come to greatness.
Reviews
Plantronics BackBeat Fit 3100 review: Excellent durability for athletes, plagued by connection problems and poor sound quality
Athletes will love the stay-put, lightweight, durable design, but connectivity problems and middling sound quality make these hard to recommend.
Feature
AirPods compatibility: What Do AirPods work with
AirPods don't just work with iPhones, find out which Apple and non-Apple products are compatible with AirPods
Feature
Samsung’s Galaxy Buds vs. Apple’s AirPods: How do they compare on an iPhone?
Samsung now has AirPod-like buds that fit better and have a case that charges wirelessly. But which is better on iPhone?
Reviews
Wicked Audio Arq truly wireless earphones review
A inexpensive pair of earphones that feel too cheap to be enjoyable.
Reviews
Master & Dynamic MW07 true wireless headphones review
An outstanding truly wireless listening experience hampered by lackluster battery life.
Deal
Amazon is taking $70 off the sleek new Beats Studio3 Wireless Headphones Skyline Collection today
You can grab a pair of Beats3 Studio Wireless headphones in one of the new Skyline designs for $280.
Reviews
Bose SoundSport Wireless Bluetooth Headphones review: These durable earbuds are an athlete’s friend
There's plenty to like about these reasonably priced Bluetooth earphones.
Reviews
Sony Xperia Ear Duo true wireless earphones review
With the Xperia Ear Duo, Sony pursued style over substance. The result of the chase? Disappointment.
Reviews
BoseBuild Headphones review: An educational kit that teaches the science of sound
The BoseBuild Headphones kit teaches kids the science of sound through headphone assembling and guided iOS activities.
Reviews
Audio-Technica Solid Bass wireless in-ear headphones review
Audio issues and other frustrations abound with these disappointing earphones.
Reviews
Sennheiser CX 7.00BT in-ear wireless earbuds review
These earphones from one of the most respected names in audio come up lacking.
Reviews
Aukey EP-B40 Latitude wireless earbuds review
These Bluetooth earphones show that 'inexpensive' doesn't have to mean 'cheap.'
Reviews
Jaybird X4 wireless sports earphones review
Great sound, excellent durability, and a number of smart features make the X4 a smart buy.
Reviews
Shure SE535-V+BT1 Bluetooth earphones review
Not only do Shure's SE535-V+BT1 wireless sound-isolating in-ear headphones sound great, but they're also incredibly adaptable.
Reviews
Nuheara IQbuds Boost true wireless earphones review: Meh as both music players and hearing aids
These true wireless earbuds play streaming audio and can even function like hearing aids. But they still can't justify a seriously steep price tag.
Macworld Podcast
Apple September 12 preview, plus your comments and questions
It's official: Apple is having an event next week. What will we see from the company? We also respond to your comments and questions.
Deal
These discounted Beats urBeats3 wired earbuds don’t need a dongle to work with your iPhone
Amazon is selling the the urBeats3 wired earbuds with either a Lightning or a 3.5mm connector for $60 in a variety of colors.
Reviews
Crazybaby Air Nano review: Tiny wireless earbuds with big problems
Crazybaby's Air Nano true wireless headphones might be a less costly alternative to AirPods, but they're hardly a match in quality.
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