At first glance, the new Apple HomePods appear similar to the old ones. However, when comparing the old and new models side by side, the visual differences become more noticeable, although they still require a second look. When using the new HomePods, however, you’ll notice that Apple has made significant improvements to the new speakers. Our NextPit review will clarify what the new Apple HomePods can do, highlight the differences between the old and new models, and determine if the new HomePods are worth the investment.
I finally got to review the Sony WH-1000XM5 for NextPit. This Bluetooth headset is supposed to have the best active noise cancellation (ANC) on the market, but the more pertinent question is: Is it worth every penny? Check out my full review.
Nothing is now running a buy-one take-one promo for its wireless earbuds during this early Valetines sale. You could be getting the second pair of Ear (Stick) for free in each purchase of the transparent buds or a single set along with a Nothing Phone (1) for some countries. Here’s how you can claim one.
Apple refreshed the long overdue HomePod 2 or 2023 model last month. Surprisingly, only the full-size speaker has been launched and not the aging Mini. Through a report, we could be learning when Apple is planning to introduce the successor to the smaller speaker. Here’s when you can expect to buy the HomePod Mini 2 instead.
After several months the Nothing Ear (2) in-ears were leaked, since then no further details have come out. Today, a set of high-resolution images of the alleged successor to the Ear (1) have been shared are reviving the interest surrounding the wearable. At once, it may also hint better sound and ANC in the upcoming wireless buds.
Apple officially launched the next-gen HomePod today almost five years after the original speaker. The HomePod (2023) has changed a little outside but it is now much smarter and features a faster S7 chipset along with an added temperature sensor. Apple priced the speaker at $299 or $50 cheaper when its predecessor debuted.
Since the HomePod Mini was released in November 2020, Apple’s smart speaker lineup has not received any hardware refresh. The company has even discontinued the original HomePod in March 2021 leaving a lone option for its fans. Fortunately, Apple is said to introduce the successor to the first gen HomePod pretty soon.
Huawei has added the FreeBuds 5i to its in-ear headphones range. The active noise-canceling headphones (ANC) are now available in Europe at a price of just under 100 Euros (~$100), thus placing them in the lower mid-range market. Don’t waste your time searching for more information about these earbuds elsewhere: Here is a detailed review of the Huawei FreeBuds 5i!
After hearing so many complaints about pairing Bluetooth headsets from friends, family and co-workers, I realized how much frustration such trivial errors can cause. With that in mind, I decided to create this article to explain how to fix the error of perpetually paired headphones on a device. The good news is that fixing the bug is as simple as the error itself.
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Although some wireless headphones can be used as microphones for recording, their output is limited to stereo sound. Samsung is making it now possible to produce video with 3D realistic audio using the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and a dedicated app called 360 Audio Recording.