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Are you a fan of high-quality audio but don't want to put anything in your ear canals? These are our favorite on-ear and over-ear headphones.

By Tim Gideon  & Ben Moore
Beyrdynamic DT 770 Pro X LE

You don't need to spend much money to get high-quality sound from headphones. Here's what to look for in a pair of budget headphones, along with our top-rated picks.

By Tim Gideon  & Alex Colon
Phiaton BonoBuds Lite and case
4.0
Editors' Choice

Cambridge Audio's Melomania P100 headphones offer great sound quality, respectable noise cancellation, and a classy design at a substantially lower price than top-end competitors.

By Mark Knapp
The Cambridge Audio Melomania P100 and case

Affordable wireless audio has come a long way in recent years. Here are the best low-cost Bluetooth speakers we've tested, along with what you need to know when shopping for one.

By Tim Gideon
Sony SRS-XB100

The app disaster has prompted discussions among Sonos execs about resurrecting the older, more popular app, The Verge reports.

By Jibin Joseph
sonos ace headphones

These sweet, sweet savings on headphones from popular brands like Apple, Sony, and Sennheiser are music to our ears (and bank accounts).

By Karl Klockars  & Jade Chung-Lee
Two pair of black headphones on red background

Every day, we head into the deal mines, digging for savings and discounts on the best electronics out there. And every day, there's one deal that stands above them all. This is that deal!

By John Mihaly
Three Sony headphones on green grid

The Pixel Buds Pro 2 use Google's new Tensor A1 chip for better call quality and noise cancellation, and to automatically pause whatever you're listening to when you start talking.

By Eric Zeman
Google Pixel Buds 2 Pro

These are the best (and worst) audio brands, according to thousands of our readers.

By Eric Griffith
image composite pcmag readers choice audio

Every day, we head into the deal mines, digging for savings and discounts on the best electronics out there. And every day, there's one deal that stands above them all. This is that deal!

By Jade Chung-Lee
Anker Soundcore Space A40 Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds on a grid background
3.5

The LG Tone Free T80 earbuds pump out sculpted audio and can provide excellent noise cancellation, though similarly priced alternatives offer better features and more consistent performance.

By Tim Gideon
LG Tone Free T80 closeup in front of charging case
2.5

The Chamelo Dusk Classic smart sunglasses let you adjust the lens tint and play music from your phone, but their poor sound quality and buggy app hampers the experience.

By Will Greenwald
Chamelo Dusk Classic

Pump up the jams with massive price cuts on Bluetooth portables, smart speakers, outdoor systems and more from top brands like Bose, Klipsch, Sony, and more!

By K. Thor Jensen
Three speakers on circuitboard background

Wireless earbuds do it all: boost focus, block out unwanted noises, bring important notifications to your attention, provide you with entertainment—the list goes on. Even with all those features, they don’t have to break the bank.

By Jade Chung-Lee
Best Earbud Deals

Sonos Beam and Ray soundbars are now compatible with the audio swap feature.

By Tyler Hayes
Two people sitting on a couch, one wearing headphones, in front of a TV
3.5

The OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro provide a comfortable fit and rich sound quality for a reasonable price, though competitors have an edge on battery life.

By Christian de Looper
The OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro
4.0
Editors' Choice

The JBL Live Beam 3 earphones offer detailed sound, good noise cancellation, and long battery life, with a standout charging case that lets you control the listening experience.

By Christian de Looper
The JBL Live Beam 3

It might seem counterintuitive, but it's entirely possible. Here's how to set up your Apple AirPods to work with an Android device.

By Chandra Steele
Illustration: Android, Shutterstock/Sergey Eremin
3.5

Samsung's noise-cancelling Galaxy Buds 3 are more comfortable and easier to control than previous models, though their high-frequency response and battery life could be better.

By Christian de Looper
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 3

Missed Prime Day? Here's your second chance to score AirPods Pros with MagSafe charging case for even less.

Model putting AirPod in ear