Earbuds stories

HPs most innovative product introductions of 2023
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tablets & laptops
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hp
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earbuds
We look at the printer & PC manufacturer's new product round-up and the industry trends they're focused on.

Hands-on review: HyperX Cloud Mix Buds
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reviews
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bluetooth
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hp
We review the HyperX Cloud Mix Buds, which offer a 10-hour battery, low-latency audio, customizable controls, comfort, and multi-platform support.

Hands-on review: HP Poly Voyager Free 60+ earbuds
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reviews
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hp
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earbuds
We get our hands on this set of earbuds from HP Poly for review

Hands-on review: TOZO OpenReal True Wireless Earbuds
Mon, 10th Jul 2023
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gaming
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reviews
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gadgets
Here's the new Bluetooth-enabled wireless headphone set from the company called TOZO. I tried it and here are my thoughts.

Hands-on Review: Tozo Golden X1 Earbuds
Fri, 2nd Jun 2023
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gaming
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reviews
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technology gifts
These little earbuds have taken everything I’ve thrown at them and, like Oliver, have simply asked for more.

Hands-on review - Huawei FreeBuds 5i
Wed, 19th Apr 2023
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gaming
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reviews
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wireless headphones
A couple of years ago, we reviewed the FreeBuds 4i and were impressed by their comfortability and well-balanced audio. So, how does the newer model compare?

Hands-on review: Technics AZ60 Noise Cancelling and True Wireless Earbuds
Thu, 15th Dec 2022
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gaming
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reviews
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panasonic
Listening to music is quite an experience. The bass and treble sounds are distinct and makes listening to music a real pleasure.

Hands-on review: JBL Reflect Aero earbuds
Thu, 15th Dec 2022
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gaming
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reviews
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sport earphones
Having the right equipment can make your run even more enjoyable. JBL has recently released its JBL Reflect Aero, true wireless Noise Cancelling active earbuds.

Hands-on review: JBL Live Free 2 wireless earbuds
Wed, 14th Dec 2022
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gaming
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reviews
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earbuds
In a year with many new products on the market, the American audio electronics company recently released its last True Wireless Stereo (TWS) earbuds, the Live Free 2.

Hands-on review: Huawei FreeBuds Pro 2
Wed, 30th Nov 2022
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gaming
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reviews
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huawei
Huawei’s latest attempt is further proof that the Chinese tech giants are more than capable of competing with the so-called ‘big boys’.

Hands-on review: JBL Quantum TWS
Mon, 7th Nov 2022
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gaming
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reviews
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technology gifts
Today, whether it's for a call, listening to music, meetings, or gaming, earphones are an integral part of our lives.

Hands-on review: Jabra Elite 5
Fri, 14th Oct 2022
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uc
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gaming
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reviews
The Jabra Elite 5 are the latest pair of true wireless earbuds from Danish audio company Jabra to hit the New Zealand market.

Hands-on review: Campfire Audio X Astell & Kern Pathfinder earphones
Fri, 26th Aug 2022
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gaming
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digital music
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reviews
The Pathfinder earphones, or IEMs (in-ear monitors), are a collaboration between premium earphone manufacturer Campfire Audio and the high-fidelity digital audio system gurus at Astell & Kern.

Wave Audio delivers ultimate immersion with new wireless earbuds
Wed, 27th Jul 2022
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digital music
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bluetooth
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earbuds
Wave Audio, one of Australia's best new audio brands, has recently released a set of landmark noise-cancelling true wireless earbuds, the Immersive Pro.

Hands-on-review: Creative Outlier Air V3
Mon, 2nd May 2022
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gaming
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digital music
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reviews
Creative is back with the third version of its affordable Outlier Air wireless earbuds range - aptly named the ‘V3’. And this time, they come boasting ambient mode and active noise reduction.

Hands-on review: QuietOn 3 sleeping earbuds
Fri, 25th Mar 2022
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gaming
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digital music
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reviews
If you’re a city dweller like me, you might be used to the noise of traffic waking you up now and again, especially if your apartment lacks air conditioning and the weather is as humid as it has been in Auckland this summer.

Hands-on review: JBL Reflect Flow PRO earbuds
Thu, 24th Mar 2022
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gaming
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digital music
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reviews
The Flow PRO are waterproof, true wireless, noise cancelling earbuds designed specifically for active sport. I've finally found my true match.

Hands-on review: Jabra Elite 4 Active Wireless Earphones
Wed, 16th Feb 2022
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gaming
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uc
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digital music
It’s been a little a while since I’ve tried a new pair of wireless earphones, mainly due to a couple of rough experiences with them in the past.

Hands-on review: Skullcandy Grind and Push Active wireless earbuds
Mon, 14th Feb 2022
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gaming
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digital music
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martech
Skullcandy’s earbuds tend to offer a stylish design, comfortable fit, and great audio experience. Do the company’s latest earbuds, the Grind and Push Active models continue to impress?

Hands-on review: Belkin SOUNDFORM Rise and SOUNDFORM Freedom True Wireless Earbuds
Wed, 26th Jan 2022
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gaming
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digital music
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reviews
Having reviewed dozens of pairs of headphones and earbuds over the last five or so years across all price ranges, I was excited to test two of Belkin’s latest models.

Hands-on review: Sony WF-C500 earbuds
Fri, 21st Jan 2022
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gaming
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digital music
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reviews
My first impressions of the WF-C500 earbuds were really good. The packaging is very similar to that of the flagship earbuds. The earbuds themselves came with a protective charging case, instructions, warranties, different size ear tips and a USB-C charging cable.

Hands-on review: JBL LivePro+ TWS
Fri, 10th Dec 2021
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gaming
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digital music
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reviews
I have become more of a fan of earbuds since discovering my ears no longer have to ache, and they don’t have to continually fall out. JBL will be pleased to hear that no amount of head gyrating has managed to dislodge either bud.

Hands-on review: Sony WF-1000XM4 Truly Wireless Headphones
Thu, 1st Jul 2021
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gaming
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digital music
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reviews
I was very pleasantly surprised with the Sony WF-1000XM4. They sound great, they look great and they do noise cancelling right.

Hands-on review: Skullcandy Dime wireless earbuds
Mon, 24th May 2021
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gaming
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digital music
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reviews
Skullcandy presents its Dime wireless earbuds, designed to sound great but without breaking the bank.