The headphones to avoid buying
Looking for headphones that deliver both great sound and silence? Listen to our experts and give these a miss.
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Dyson OnTrac headphones review
We review the noise-cancelling, on-ear headphones from the company better known for high-end vacuum cleaners.
What to know before buying new headphones
Whether you’re after on-ear or over-ear headphones, here’s how to find the best style, sound and fit to suit you.
7 reasons to buy noise-cancelling headphones
Block out noise for better listening, workouts, travel, work and sleep.
First look: Dyson Zone Absolute+ air purifying headphones
The future is here. We get our hands (ears, nose and mouth) on Dyson’s air purification headphones.
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) review
Apple’s latest premium truly wireless buds are music to our ears.
First look: Google Pixel Buds Pro (2023)
The tech giant has added a few features to its flagship headphones, but sound quality is largely unchanged.
Huawei FreeBuds 5i true wireless earbuds review
They won’t knock your socks off, but they offer solid bang for your buck.
Wireless speakers to avoid
These poor-performing Bluetooth and Wi-Fi speakers are anything but music to your ears.