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Prime Day: Save $150 On The Apple AirPods Max 2Amazon's Prime Day event, running from June 23-26, features a significant discount on Apple AirPods Max 2 headphones, dropping the price from $549 to $399. This deal, available on multiple colors, highlights features like improved noise cancellation and personalized spatial audio. Competitors like Sony and Bose also have discounted models available for Prime members.- Sennheiser Momentum 5 Wireless review: Worth the waitThe Sennheiser Momentum 5 Wireless headphones are a strong contender in the premium audio market, rivaling established brands like Bose and Sony. They feature improved sound quality and more effective active noise cancellation, making them a worthwhile upgrade.
- Bose Lifestyle Ultra Speaker review: Versatile home audio that comes with caveatsThe Bose Lifestyle Ultra Speaker offers versatile home audio capabilities but comes with notable caveats. It may perform best when integrated into a larger sound system.
- Alexa+ is now available on a bunch of Bose speakersAmazon's upgraded smart assistant, Alexa+, is now available on a selection of Bose speakers. This marks the first time Alexa+ has been integrated into a device manufactured by a company other than Amazon.
- Bose's new Lifestyle home audio lineup includes a speaker, soundbar and subwooferBose has announced its new Lifestyle home audio lineup, which includes a speaker, soundbar, and subwoofer. The new products are scheduled to be available for purchase starting May 15.
Final UX5000 Noise Cancelling Headphones ReviewThe Final UX5000 headphones offer a compelling alternative in the premium noise-cancelling market, rivaling offerings from Sony and Bose. They feature a unique, fingerprint-resistant design, precise physical controls, and impressive noise cancellation for their price point. While the default EQ is flat, the companion app allows for extensive customization, resulting in a detailed and clear audio experience with excellent battery life and the option for wired connectivity.- Apple AirPods Max 2 review: Better late than neverThe Apple AirPods Max 2 receives a significant upgrade with the H2 audio chip, bringing features like Adaptive Audio and Live Translation previously found in the AirPods Pro 3. While the design remains unchanged and the price is still $549, the new chip enhances sound quality, active noise cancellation, and call performance. Despite lacking some hearing health features and offering the same 20-hour battery life as its predecessor, the AirPods Max 2 is a worthy update for Apple ecosystem users.
- Fender Mix review: Well-designed headphones that just fall short of greatnessThe Fender Mix headphones offer a well-designed, modular build with swappable parts and impressive battery life, aiming for a premium experience at a lower price point. While the lossless Bluetooth mode provides detailed sound, the overpowering bass tuning and lack of advanced features like an app or wear detection prevent them from reaching greatness, placing them firmly in the mid-range category despite the $299 price.
- How and where to buy refurbished tech onlineThis guide explains how to buy refurbished electronics, emphasizing that refurbished items undergo testing and cleaning, unlike 'used' items sold 'as-is.' Key considerations include checking for warranties and return policies, as well as sanitation practices. Recommended places to buy include direct manufacturers like Apple and Samsung, major retailers like Amazon and Best Buy, and specialized marketplaces like Back Market.