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GSM Arena
8 hours ago
- GSM Arena
Nothing Headphone (1) leaks in set of live images
The Nothing Ear (1) was the brand's first ever product, and Nothing is going back to its roots with its first attempt at over-the-ear headphones. The aptly named Headphone (1) are launching alongside the Phone (3) on July 1 and we now have our first live look thanks to a series of live images. Nothing Headphone (1) ear cup design You'd be hard pressed to mistake the Headphone (1) for any other brand's headphones. They feature the signature transparent design elements on the outside of the ear cups and Nothing branding. We can see that Headphones (1) will be available in black and white colors. Nothing Headphone (1) in white and black The earcups feature a two-part design with the base appearing to be made from metal while the top half is made from plastic and looks like a cassette tape. We can also spot three buttons - two on the side and one on the outside of the ear cup. While these are wireless headphones, one of the images shows them connected with a 3.5mm audio jack so that will also be an option. Nothing Headphone (1) will support wired connections The close-up shots of the headband show no folding hinges. Nothing already confirmed that Headphone (1) were co-developed with British audio brand KEF. They are rumored to cost $309/ €299/£299. Source
CNET
16 hours ago
- CNET
This Bluetooth Transmitter Lets You Finally Ditch Airline Headphones
If you fly often, you know the drill. You finally settle into your seat, scroll through the in-flight movie selection, and then it hits you: your AirPods won't connect to the seatback screen. That leaves you stuck with the airline's clunky wired headphones that barely work, don't block any noise and make everything sound muffled. It's one of the most frustrating parts of flying, especially on long trips when decent audio can make all the difference. Between the engine noise, crying babies and that one guy snoring in 14C, you need a better option. The good news is there's a simple device that fixes the problem completely and makes flying feel a lot more like streaming at home. If you travel often, you probably already know the struggle: You're settled into your seat, ready to dive into the in-flight entertainment, only to realize your AirPods won't connect to the screen. The airline's wired headphones? Practically useless. They're uncomfortable, have no noise cancellation and let in every engine roar and crying baby within a three-row radius. For long flights, it's a recipe for a frustrating, low-quality listening experience. That's exactly why the AirFly Pro has become a must-pack item in my travel bag. It's a simple Bluetooth dongle that lets you connect your wireless earbuds (like my AirPods Pro) directly to the airplane's entertainment system, no adapters or wired workarounds required. Since I started using it, I've stopped dreading in-flight audio and finally get to enjoy movies the way they were meant to be heard. If you fly often, this little gadget might completely change how you travel. The AirFly Pro lets me truly enjoy in-flight entertainment The AirFly Pro from Twelve South is a minimally designed dongle that lets me connect to the 3.5mm headphone jack on my flight to listen to in-flight entertainment on my noise-canceling earbuds. All I have to do is pair the AirFly Pro with whichever Bluetooth headphones I'm using, like my AirPods Pro, plug the AirFly Pro into the display in front of me -- and I'm all set. I don't even need to use my phone to connect the two devices. Geoffrey Morrison/CNET There are four versions of the AirFly: the AirFly SE, which costs $35 on Amazon and connects to just one set of headphones; the AirFly Pro ($55); the Pro V2 ($60), the newest version of the Pro; and the Pro Deluxe ($62), which comes with an international headphone adapter and a suede travel case. I use the AirFly Pro, and it's been a game-changer for me on flights. I've never had to worry about battery life -- the AirFly Pro lasts for more than 25 hours and can fully charge in 3 hours. I can also pair two separate pairs of headphones to a single AirFly Pro, in case I'm with someone else on a flight and want to watch the same movie or show. And if that's not enough, the AirFly Pro also doubles as an audio transmitter, so I can turn any speaker with a headphone jack, like my old car stereo, into a Bluetooth speaker. Hey, did you know? CNET Deals texts are free, easy and save you money. Geoffrey Morrison/CNET The AirFly Pro makes a great gift The AirFly Pro is the perfect present to give to someone who's planning to travel this year. Besides my Anker MagSafe battery pack, the AirFly Pro really has become my most treasured travel accessory when I fly, which is why I consider it to be one of those can't-go-wrong gifts. For more travel gear, here are our favorite tech essentials to travel with and our favorite travel pillows.
Forbes
a day ago
- Forbes
Final Unveils New UX3000 SV Wireless Hybrid ANC Headphones With Voice-First Tuning
Specialist Japanese audio brand Final has announced the launch of its UX3000 SV. These headphones are the latest addition to Final's growing lineup of wireless headphones that build on the success of the original UX3000 model. The new SV edition offers enhanced clarity and voice-optimized tuning but with the same minimal design that made the first version of the headphones a success. The original UX3000 headphones were first introduced in 2022 and combined excellent sound with a lightweight and foldable design suitable for traveling. The new UX3000 SV has much of the same DNA as its predecessor, but its internal architecture has been improved in terms of soundstage, greater vocal separation and more precise active noise cancellation. Unlike conventional noise-canceling headphones that can sacrifice sound for suppression, the UX3000 SV headphones have been built to ensure sound quality is prioritized. Using Final's proprietary hybrid ANC algorithm, the UX3000 SV has dual microphones located inside and outside the earcups. The microphones analyze ambient sound which is then canceled out. According to Final, the result is immersive isolation without disrupting the integrity of the original audio quality. Final has focused on vocal clarity and spatial accuracy with the UX3000 SV. Whether it's a stripped-back acoustic set or a full cinematic score, Final says the UX3000 SV can extract vocal nuance and instrumental tone with striking precision. At the heart of the UX3000 SV are custom 40mm dynamic drivers, developed by Final. The drivers are housed in an acoustic chamber that is purpose-built to optimize human voice reproduction so it's suited to vocals, podcasts, audiobooks and expressive music. With support for high-quality Bluetooth audio, the UX3000 SV supports aptX and aptX HD codecs. Alongside the support for Qualcomm's advanced codecs, the UX3000 SV uses Final's hybrid noise cancellation system. The system has been tuned with audio fidelity in mind so the music remains vibrant, open and distortion-free, even with ANC switched on. Users can also enable a Noise-Cancellation-Only Mode, which activates ANC without powering on the audio system. This makes the headphones suitable for blocking out sounds like aircraft engines without having to listen to music. The battery built into the UX3000 SV offers up to 35 hours of playback with ANC turned off. With ANC on, the figure drops to 25 hours and a full charge takes around 2.5 hours. Meanwhile, Bluetooth 5.0 provides stable connection and support for Multipoint pairing that enables users to be connected to two different devices at the same time, making it possible to switch between, say, a laptop and a phone. Finished with a minimalist Shibo-textured silver, the UX3000 SV has an ergonomic and foldable design that is resistant to fingerprints, making it durable as well as stylish. The Final UX3000 SV is available from June 19, 2025, via Amazon and selected retailers priced at $149.99 / £119.00 / €139,00.
Gizmodo
5 days ago
- Business
- Gizmodo
With 50 Hours of Battery Life, These Beats Headphones Are at a New Record Low on Amazon
Right now, all of those looking to purchase a pair of decent and style-conscious wireless headphones should have the Beats Solo 4 on their radar, especially given that they're also priced at their all-time low on Amazon. Beats, as part of Apple, is renowned for producing stable sound products that work perfectly with both Apple and Android devices. With the price reduced to only $99, from $200 (50% off), the offer is equivalent to the type of discounts normally experienced on Black Friday. See at Amazon Great Reviews The Beats Solo 4 has received a fantastic 4.6 out of 5 stars based on more than 12,000 reviews and proves widespread satisfaction among customers. This type of endorsement speaks volumes about the quality and reliability of the product and not to mention the extremely high standards of both Beats and Apple. Although these headphones do not possess active noise cancellation per se, they instead offer personalized spatial audio with dynamic head tracking which is actually a superior feature and a whole new level to your listening. The unique acoustic design and new drivers generate well-balanced sound characteristic of the Beats brand. The ultralight, ergonomic design is comfortable all day, thanks to a flex-grip headband and ergonomically angled and adjustable ear cups that create a solid fit. The UltraPlush cushions are contoured for comfort and endurance so they can be worn for hours on end without irritation. Perhaps one of the strongest advantages of the Beats Solo 4 is its amazing battery life: With up to 50 hours of playback per single charge, you can listen to these headphones for days without needing to plug them in. Even when you do exhaust the battery, Fast Fuel technology offers just 10 minutes of charging gives you up to 5 hours of playback time. Audiophiles will like the choice of listening in high-resolution lossless audio—delivered over USB-C or a 3.5 mm audio cable—so you're always listening at the best possible level. These headphones are completely compatible with both iOS and Android and offer one-touch pairing for easy and hassle-free setup. High-quality call clarity is provided by the onboard microphone and also allows easy communication with voice assistants and keeps you connected and productive on the move. The current price point of $99 is a rare commodity, and it matches the lowest price points during massive shopping sales like Black Friday. Make sure you get it before it runs out of stok. See at Amazon
Telegraph
11-06-2025
- Telegraph
Sony WH-1000XM6 review: By far the best headphones I've ever tested
This article contains affiliate links. The products or services listed have been selected independently by journalists after hands-on testing or sourcing expert opinions. We may earn a commission when you click a link, buy a product or subscribe to a service. What are the Sony WH-1000XM6? Sony has built a near-unassailable and rock-solid reputation in the wireless headphones market, so when the company decides to finally update its three-year-old Bluetooth noise cancelling headphones, it's worth paying attention. The new Sony WH-1000XM6 add extra features over their illustrious predecessors, with a hinged headband for easy storage, vastly upgraded noise cancelling and improved sound and call quality that far outpace even the best wireless earbuds. Absolutely everything has been overhauled, basically. That includes the price, sadly, with the new Sony headphones now breaching the £400 barrier. Although, in fairness, their competitors from the likes of Bose, Bowers and Wilkins and Apple are priced closer towards the £500 mark. JUMP TO: How we test headphones I tested the WH-1000XM6 against competitor brands included in our list of the best headphones, such as the Bowers and Wilkins Px7 S3 and Bose QuietComfort Ultra. I compared a variety of musical genres both in and out of the home, from prog rock to synth-pop and tested the noise cancelling in a number of locations, including busy streets, deafening Tube carriages and bustling shops, assessing all available noise cancellation modes on offer. I also used the headphones to make calls, testing the WH-1000XM6 again in various scenarios. Finally, I transported them between work and home using the supplied case and charger to check how well the case protected the headphones and how much space it took up in my luggage. Why you can trust Telegraph Recommended Our tech experts continuously conduct in-depth, independent, real-world tests, scoring devices against pre-set testing metrics and industry benchmarks, so we can deliver definitive and comprehensive buying advice. Telegraph Recommended reviews are never shared with product manufacturers before publication, we don't accept payment in exchange for positive reviews, nor do we allow brands to pay for placement in our articles. Visit our Who We Are page to learn more. Sound quality Score: 10/10 The previous generation Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones justly garnered rave reviews in 2022, but Sony hasn't rested on its laurels here. This new pair are a gigantic step forward in terms of audio quality. With the WH-1000XM6, Sony collaborated with a team of sound engineers who have previously worked with artists from Rihanna to Bob Dylan. In doing so, they've included an all-new 'HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN3', which is seven times faster at processing audio and delivers what the company says is a 'superior digital-analogue conversion', reducing audio distortion for clearer sound. In testing, these outperformed many more expensive headphones, with beautifully balanced music and incredibly realistic voices. Even tracks you've listened to hundreds of times before were transformed, sounding beautifully musical and alive. The Bowers and Wilkins Px7 S3 is the only real contender here with its lively sound, but there's very little that separates the two in the audio stakes. Design and comfort Score: 8/10 This isn't quite a 'wheels come off the bus' moment, but the weakest aspect of the Sony WH-1000XM6 is the design. The headphones can now be folded up, with a new pair of hinges on either side of the headband located above the ear cups. This is great for portability on its own, but the included carrying case is still incredibly large, making it much less travel-friendly. The rest of the finish is rather uninspired. These aren't to the same level of quality as the eye-catching design of the Bowers and Wilkins Px7 S3, but they are neatly designed and hold to your head reasonably well. However, they are quite bulky and will get in the way if you leave them dangling around your neck. Noise cancellation and EQ Score: 10/10 The Sony WH-1000XM6's noise cancelling is so good that, while testing for this review, my two eldest children kept sneaking up on me to scare me, knowing that there was no chance I'd be able to hear their approach. They found this incredibly entertaining, me less so. The noise cancellation is astonishing and is easily ahead of even the best noise-cancelling headphones. The system is powered by 12 microphones and the new HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN3 I mentioned earlier. It adapts rapidly to your position, so that the noise cancelling is turned up or down accordingly, depending on the sound levels in your environment. The result is an impenetrable sonic barrier that can block out pretty much anything from train noise to less predictable sounds, such as people yelling for a cab on the street. Bose used to be the out-and-out leader when it came to noise cancelling, but Sony has significantly upped its game here, to the extent where there's really nothing in it. There are also a few adjustable EQ settings via the app, allowing you to manually adjust various audio levels depending on your sound preferences. However, the sound is so impressive that I would advise leaving these alone. Battery life and charging Score: 8/10 The overall battery life won't trouble the leaders in this sector. The Sony WH-1000XM6 runs for around 30 hours with Bluetooth and noise cancelling switched on, which isn't quite as noteworthy as long-life rivals such as the Marshall Monitor III ANC, which can blast music for up to 100 hours. Plug them in for just three minutes, however, and you're able to squeeze out enough battery juice for up to three hours of play time, which I found useful on more than one occasion. These charge up so fast, in fact, that I barely needed to worry about the battery, with the Sony Sound Connect app offering an easy way to keep track of the remaining charge while out and about. Connectivity Score: 9/10 Sadly, there still isn't an option to play wired music via USB-C connection, which is annoying, and there's no sign of the Apt-X HD codec available on other wireless headphones. This is a specification that enables streaming of high-quality audio on Android and you have to use Sony's specific LDAC codec instead. However, there isn't a noticeable difference between the two. Naturally, there's Bluetooth Multipoint here, allowing you to connect two devices at once, meaning you can seamlessly hop between listening on a laptop and a phone, for example. Irritatingly, the Sound Connect app asks you to sign in to a Sony account or sign up for a new one to unlock most of the best features. One such feature is 'Adaptive Sound Control', which learns your listening behaviour to adjust the level of noise cancelling up or down on the fly. This works well and ensures the noise cancelling isn't in overdrive when you're sitting at home in a quiet room. The app is neatly presented and well-designed, allowing you to switch between noise cancelling and ambient sound modes. It also offers an interesting selection of listening modes, including background music, which simulates distance, making it feel like you're sitting in a café listening to music on speakers sitting high up against the far wall. Technical specifications As I've done throughout this review, it makes the most sense to compare the specifications of the WH-1000XM6 to Sony's previous pair of high-end headphones, the WH-1000XM5. On paper, at least, any changes over the last three years appear to be minimal, but as ever, the real improvements are obvious as soon as you put them on your head and press play. Should you buy the Sony WH-1000XM6? Sony was never going to push a dud out the door after so many years of ruthlessly dominating the wireless headphone market and the WH-1000XM6 delivers on all fronts. The biggest upgrade is the noise cancelling, which is now on par with the best in the market and I would argue the very best overall. Sony's biggest rival here is Bowers and Wilkins' excellent Px7 S3 headphones, which draw slightly ahead in terms of sound, with a liveliness that is difficult to match. However, the Sony headphones win overall due to the stunning noise cancelling, drowning out the world like nothing else out there, creating an incredible listening experience. For now at least, these are my new favourite headphones. Yes, if: You want unparalleled noise cancelling You want fantastic sound No, if: £399 Buy now Price at John Lewis Sony WH-1000XM6 FAQs What are the biggest improvements in the Sony WH-1000XM6 compared to the WH-1000XM5? The biggest upgrade is the effectiveness of the noise cancelling, which is hugely improved over the previous version. The sound quality is also much better and the return of the hinged headband is welcome. What new features or technologies will the WH-1000XM6 bring? The noise cancelling is boosted, courtesy of an arrangement of 12 microphones and the new HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN3. How does the Sony WH-1000XM6 compare to the Bose QuietComfort or Apple AirPods Max? The Sony WH-1000XM6 outperforms both of those headphones on sound quality, and is at least as good as the Bose in terms of noise cancelling, and far better than the AirPods. Has the design of the WH-1000XM6 changed significantly from the XM5? Yes, the headphones are now hinged, which is a feature that vanished for the previous pair but has returned here.
