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Apple again offers free Beats for its back-to-school promo, but the iPhone is excluded
Students and faculty can rock out with a pair of Beats Solo3, Powerbeats3, or Beats X wireless earphones with most Mac or iPad Pro purchasesu2014but not the iPhone 7.
Reviews
Vi AI Personal Trainer review: Heart rate-tracking Bluetooth earbuds with serious potential
These $250 Bluetooth earphones pack in a heart rate sensor, voice-coaching, and gorgeous Harman/Kardon sound in one lightweight package. But they're hindered by an ultra-narrow focus on one type of exercise.
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How to use Find My AirPods in iOS 10.3
The Find My iPhone app has a new trick in iOS 10.3u2014locating a misplaced set of AirPods. Well, if they're on and connected, anyway.
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Aumeo review: Headphone processor creates smartphone audio specifically tailored to your ears
Aumeo personalizes the sound being output from your smartphone, tailoring each pair of wired earbuds or headphones to the listeneru2019s ears for a richer, fuller sound.
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BeatsX review: Just as magical as the AirPods, but more comfortable and convenient
Compared to the AirPods, BeatsX has longer battery life, a more comfortable fit, an an inline remote, so you don't have to rely on Siri.More Color
How the AirPods show Apple’s frustrating and delightful quest for simplicity
Tap-tapping your earbud and asking your phone out loud to turn the volume up doesn't seem simpleu2014but would a complex series of gestures really help?
More Color
Imagining the next 9 iOS devices
iOS isn't just for phones and tablets. Soon it'll be everywhere from your watch to your keyboard to AR glasses and a car.
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Delayed BeatsX wireless earbuds on sale now for $150
The new Bluetooth headphones were codesigned by Beats and Apple, and sport a W1 chip for easier pairing with iOS.Stay Foolish
How Apple can make music sound sweeter
Apple Music is a good start, but the company should also fix iTunes, improve AirPlay, and consider getting back into the speaker game.News
Apple is developing a new connector for Lightning and USB-C headphones
Appleu2019s new Ultra Accessory Connector will allow for compatibility with other devices.
The Macalope
Serial misunderstanding: AirPods get the usual treatment
People like them. They're selling well. Let's mock them.
The Macalope
A thousand wrongs for every right: Apple praise comes with baggage
Sometimes in a rush to detail Apple's failings, mistakes get made.Feature
Apple’s AirPods survive tough workouts with no sweat
AirPods stay securely in your earsu2014yes, even on the treadmill.
The Macalope
Fire in the earhole: No, AirPods don’t spontaneously combust
The telephone game goes wrong again.
Macworld Podcast
AirPods rock, but Siri still struggles
The AirPods sound great, until you need to control them, and we might not see big Mac updates in 2017. Bah humbug.
Reviews
AirPods review: They sound great, but Siri holds them back
iPhone fans will love the sound and design of Apple's wireless earbuds, and no, they won't fall out of your ears.
News
The Week in Apple News: OS updates, AirPods for sale, Apple Support app, and more
Apple headlines for the week ending December 16, 2016.
News
Lost an AirPod? It’ll be $69 to replace it
If you lose one of your AirPods or the charging case, you donu2019t have to buy a new set.Updated
Apple’s delayed AirPods now available to buy online
Apple will start selling the Bluetooth earphones in-store next week.The iPhone Show
3 perfect gifts every iPhone lover must have
Hope you have some stocking space left for some of the best iPhone accessories of the year.Reviews
myCharge PowerGear Sound review: Rugged charging case for wireless earbuds
Clamshell protection for Powerbeats or other wireless earbuds, along with an internal battery for recharging.The iPhone Show
Why Apple’s AirPods are worth the wait
Even though Apple has postponed the launch of its wireless AirPods, you should still hold off.Reviews
BTS Pro review: Bluetooth headphones let you tweak the sound with an app
Sporty Bluetooth 4.2 headphones from 66 Audio let you customize the sound and the button output with an app for iPhone and Apple Watch.News
Apple postpones the AirPods release date to ???
Originally, the new Apple AirPods were set to hit stores in October, but that's not going to happen.
The Macalope
Dead air: Snap judgment on the AirPods
Just a few minutes with the AirPods will validate all your preconceived ideas about them.The iPhone Show
Why Apple didn’t ditch the headphone jack just to help sell wireless Beats
Beats may be the largest maker of wireless headphones in the world, but Apple still has a retail strategy to consider.Feature
14 pairs of wireless and Lightning headphones for the jack-less iPhone 7
Need new headphones? Sure you do. These new Bluetooth- and Lightning-equipped pairs will keep your rocking after you get your iPhone 7.Opinion
What AirPods can tell us about Apple’s future
How Apple could apply the lessons of its wireless AirPods to the next iPhone, Apple Watch, and even the car.More Color
Hit the road, Jack: Apple’s reasons for killing the headphone port
We knew the iPhone 7 wouldn't have a headphone jack. What remained to be seen was, could Apple sell it? Jason Snell thinks they did.Updated
AirPods hands-on: They stayed in my ears and sounded awesome
I really thought I'd hate the AirPods, but guess what? They rock!News
Apple pushes new EarPods and AirPods for a future without headphone jacks
Apple removes the headphone jack from the iPhone 7, ships Lightning EarPods and an adapter instead.Opinion
Why Apple shouldn’t put a headphone adapter in the iPhone 7 box
Cupertino's made its decision, and we'll find out on Wednesday. But we think including a 3.5mm-to-Lightning adapter dongle is a mistake.News Analysis
What to expect at Apple’s event, from the iPhone 7 to a VR headset
A new iPhone is just hours away, and a new Apple Watch too. What about the rest of it: Apple TV, new Macs, and Apple's take on VR? We handicap every rumor before the biggest Apple hardware event of the year.News
Corded headphones can now be wireless with Griffin’s iTrip Clip Bluetooth adapter
No headphone jack? No problem. You can still listen to your corded headphones with this new $20 gadget.Reviews
Even earphones tune into your ears to deliver the perfect sound
Using proprietary software, these earphones augment audio to create a personalized experience, based on how we hear different frequencies.Feature
Hands-on with Vi, the fitness coach in your ear
This new activity tracker is like a Fitbit, Amazon Echo, and a pair of Beats rolled into one product.The iPhone Show
Here’s what Apple’s wireless EarPods for the iPhone 7 might be like
Wireless earphones are nothing new. Here are two that might inspire Apple's next EarPods.Reviews
Bowers & Wilkins P5 Wireless headphones review: So expensive, so good
This could be the best sounding set of wireless on-ear headphones that youu2019ll ever clamp to your skull. If you can afford it.News Analysis
These 2 limited edition Apple products sold for over $1 million
Apple hardware is not what we would call "cheap," but these limited edition products are literally worth their weight in gold.Feature
Check out the best high-tech music gadgets at SXSW 2016
From wearable music gloves to sound-augmenting earbuds, SXSW showcased the most cutting-edge tech for music lovers.News
We went to the weirdest concert ever with Doppler’s Here earbuds
The Here earbuds distort the sound around you to create a musical listening experience youu2019ve never heard before.Rumor Has It
iPhone 7 will feature new wireless EarPods by Beats
The rumored Beats wireless earphones will come with a charging case but not Scarlett Johansson talking in your ear.Reviews
BoomStick makes your cheap Apple EarPods sound (almost) as good as Beats
Audio algorithms help make cheap earphones sound good and high-end headphones sound even better.Reviews
Kidz Gear Bluetooth Wireless Stereo Headphones review: For those (kids) about to rock, freedom from wires
Allows children to enjoy music, study for tests, take lessons, or enjoy voice and video calls without worrying about wires.rnNews
Buy Beats headphones or speakers, get a $60 gift card for Apple Music or iTunes
Apple is offering Beats buyers a $60 gift card to spend on iTunes or on an Apple Music subscription.Opinion
An iPhone without a headphone jack? Sounds good to me
Why replacing the 3.5-inch headphone jack with Lightning isn't as crazy as it might seem.Feature
6 high-tech gadgets for musicians and music lovers
Rock the holidays with the best gifts you can give an audiophile.Reviews