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Travel over the ear headphones with noise cancellation

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Travel over the ear headphones with noise cancellation Heh gang.. looking for recommendations for the most packable over the ear headphones with decent noise cancellation. I have Bose, which have excellent noise cancellation ~ but they take so much room and don’t fold … NC 700’s… I had the QR Bose previously for several year ~ finally gave out but really not very small ~ smaller then NC700 as they k…

Reddit Travel 939 2025-02-19

Sony’s next flagship noise-canceling headphones might be close to launch

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Sony’s next flagship noise-canceling headphones might be close to launch The WH-1000XM5s launched almost three years ago. | Photo by Chris Welch / The VergeIt’s been three long years since Sony launched its flagship WH-1000XM5 headphones, our pick for the best wireless headphones for most people, so we’re due a follow-up — and a regulatory filing indicates that the XM6 cans might nearly be ready to launch. The Federa…

The Verge 1.1k 2025-01-25

LPT: Extend Your Headphones’ Life by Replacing Worn-Out Pads

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LPT: Extend Your Headphones’ Life by Replacing Worn-Out Pads If the padding on your headphones starts to fray or peel, you don’t have to replace the whole set or keep using them in a less-than-pristine condition. Instead, you can order inexpensive replacement pads from sites like AliExpres—especially if you have a well-known brand. Just make sure you get the right size and shape, and you’ll extend the lif…

Life Pro Tips 762 2025-01-15

Sony’s WH-1000XM4 headphones are nearly 50 percent off right now

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Sony’s WH-1000XM4 headphones are nearly 50 percent off right now The XM4 are over four years old, but they still sound great for the money. | Photo by Chris Welch / The VergeA couple of months ago, we saw the Sony WH-1000XM4 drop to $129.99, which was an absolute steal for the last-gen noise-canceling headphones. That deal predictably sold out in a heartbeat, and there’s no telling whether we’ll see it that l…

The Verge 1.0k 2024-12-24

LPT: Need to talk to yourself? Take big headphones for a walk

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LPT: Need to talk to yourself? Take big headphones for a walk Seriously, if you’re ever in a situation when you need to talk to yourself and don’t want to look like a lunatic, with headphones you look like you’re on a call. Wherever, whenever. This sounds so silly, but I had an interview coming up and needed to go over hypothetical responses. That means saying things out lout to get them under your skin. …

Life Pro Tips 593 2024-11-28

LPT – when someone has headphones in, they’re not looking for a conversation.

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LPT – when someone has headphones in, they’re not looking for a conversation. It’s fine to try and engage them once. You can even make a point of getting their attention if it’s actually important. But don’t keep trying to start random chit chat with “hey”, “how’s your night”, “whatcha listening to”, “ever hear _____” And I’m a guy. It wasn’t just a creep trying to pick up a girl. Bonus LPT- when someone with headphones…

Life Pro Tips 784 2024-11-14

Beats Solo 4 and Studio Pro headphones are an impressive 50 percent off

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Beats Solo 4 and Studio Pro headphones are an impressive 50 percent off Solo 3 owners have plenty of reasons to consider upgrading. | Photo by Chris Welch / The VergeOne of the best deals on wireless headphones during Prime Day earlier this month is back. The Beats Solo 4 headphones, which only launched in April, are 50 percent off at $99.99 ($100 off) from Amazon, Best Buy, and Target, matching their all-time low. …

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These JBL Wireless Headphones Are on Sale for $25 Right Now

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These JBL Wireless Headphones Are on Sale for $25 Right Now You can get a pair of JBL Tune 510BT headphones on sale right now for $24.99. These JBL headphones are in brand-new condition but have been marked down as an open-box item, meaning their original box was once opened and re-packaged. These headphones can run for up to 40 hours, but playtime obviously depends on volume and other settings. Quick ch…

Lifehacker 1.1k 2024-06-11

Sonos’ headphones are extremely Sonos

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Sonos’ headphones are extremely Sonos Image: Andrew Marino / The VergeSay this for Sonos: the company is remarkably consistent. It has spent decades building audio products that look and sound great… and are almost always initially hampered by some kind of weird software and usability issue. When Sonos stuff works, there’s nothing like it, but it doesn’t always seem to work. The …

The Verge 412 2024-06-04

Sony’s new headphones and speakers are all about skull-rattling bass

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Sony’s new headphones and speakers are all about skull-rattling bass Photo by Chris Welch / The VergeSony is changing up the strategy around its mainstream wireless headphones and speakers. Today, the company is announcing several new products and introducing a new brand, ULT Power Sound, to go with them. Any kind of actual “name” is an improvement from years past, when Sony would typically just refer to devices …

The Verge 659 2024-04-25

Sonos plans a 2024 loaded with new products — including headphones and a set-top box

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Sonos plans a 2024 loaded with new products — including headphones and a set-top box As the company has strongly hinted in recent weeks, Sonos will indeed release its first-ever pair of headphones next year. That’s according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, who pegs a release as early as April. The over-ear headphones are rumored to cost between $400 and $500 — very premium territory for a company that’s brand new to the category. A…

The Verge 1.2k 2024-03-30