3 biggest audio trends in 2026: What’s next for earbuds, soundbars, and more
It’s a new year, and the biggest consumer audio trends were on full display at CES 2026. Here’s what’s to come.
You should probably clean your headphones ASAP (before it’s too late and this happens)
Hearing health isn’t just about lowering the volume; keeping your headphones and earbuds clean matters just as much.
I listened to earbuds with Bose’s AI noise cancelling, and can’t go back to regular ANC
Bose may not be investing in the generative AI front, but its AI budget has been well spent on a much more vital feature.
Avoiding the iOS 26 update? 4 reasons iPhone users should do it – ASAP
Many iPhone owners may be resisting iOS 26. But this latest version does carry with it important security updates that will keep your phone protected.
Always dropping your phone? This device makes it nearly impossible to fumble
Rugged phone cases may protect your phone from falls, but this device keeps it tethered to prevent drops in the first place.
I tested this pair of $40 headphones and refuse to believe they sound this good
Budget-friendly headphones are a dime a dozen, so what makes the Haylou S40s worthy of buying?
How I made my pickpocket-proof tech bag even harder to steal (and a lot easier to recover)
The ideal bag tracker needs to be hard to find – and remove.
Your Roku just got 6 new free channels – including sports and game shows
The new channels join more than 300 others offered by the streaming service – and no Roku TV is required.
This swappable USB cable replaced all the random cords in my junk drawer
Statik’s magnetic charging cable has breakaway type C, micro USB, Apple, and type A connectors in one.
This snap-on iPhone charger finally let me toss my charging cables – and it’s cheap
Statik’s Snap-n-Charge is a charger that connects to your phone without the need for cords or cables.