Sony leak suggests it’s rebooting some of its best ever headphones to compete with Bose and Sennheiser — but I’m not sure the predicted price is going to be cheap enough

A Sony leak suggests it’s preparing to launch a new, more affordable version of its legendary WH-1000XM4 headphones to better compete in the ANC headphone sector.

Sonos sees your AirPods Max 2 and raises you an Ace ‘Ultra’, and the much-rumored second-generation headphones sound extreme

The Sonos Ace Ultra have been rumored and spotted in filings multiple times. So how soon can we expect them — and will they join the multi-room ecosystem?

Beats teased new headphones then ghosted us — but now, Reddit sleuths think they’ve worked out when the new cans will land
Beats teased new headphones then ghosted us — but now, Reddit sleuths think they’ve worked out when the new cans will land

It’s been two months since we saw the new Beats headphones teased and the brand has since been silent, but Reddit sleuths have bad news as to when the cans could come.

Bose’s new mid-range headphones are cheaper than the first-gen model, despite better ANC, wired USB-C audio and a limited edition Shrek-y colorway
Bose’s new mid-range headphones are cheaper than the first-gen model, despite better ANC, wired USB-C audio and a limited edition Shrek-y colorway

The Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) are here —and despite boasting several upgrades over the 2023 models, they’re actually cheaper.

The Sony 1000X Collexion are the company’s most luxurious headphones to date — and an unexpected discount makes them worthy of an audition
The Sony 1000X Collexion are the company’s most luxurious headphones to date — and an unexpected discount makes them worthy of an audition

Sony’s flagship headphones are now 10 years old, with the 1000X Collexion being its most premium yet. They’re pricey though, which makes this discount very welcome indeed.

Shokz’ new OpenDots Air aren’t flashy, but after a month of testing I can confidently say they’re the best clip-style open earbuds for most people
Shokz’ new OpenDots Air aren’t flashy, but after a month of testing I can confidently say they’re the best clip-style open earbuds for most people

The Shokz OpenDots Air miss some flashy features of their flagship siblings, but the low price and reliability makes them a solid buy

‘Bose features at a non-Bose price, for the first time’: Skullcandy launches its most premium headphones ever, getting by with a little help from its friend
‘Bose features at a non-Bose price, for the first time’: Skullcandy launches its most premium headphones ever, getting by with a little help from its friend

The Skullcandy Crusher 1080 feature three Bose-made tools in a non-Bose headphone for the first time (and without the Bose price tag)