Adam Birney

1 week ago | soundguys.com | Adam Birney

I wear wireless earbuds nearly every day, whether to tune out the city on the bus ride to and from work, taking calls on the go, or getting into the zone with my music at the gym. It’s almost to the point where if I leave the apartment without them, I feel naked, like I’ve forgotten my phone or keys. For many, wireless earbuds have become essential devices for music listening, communication, and noise cancelation in daily life.

1 week ago | soundguys.com | Adam Birney

TL;DR Soundcore Sleep A30 introduces active noise cancelation, a key upgrade from last year’s A20 New Adaptive Snore Masking in the case responds to a partner’s snoring in real time 7% slimmer design aims to improve comfort for side sleepers Battery life dips slightly due to ANC: 9 hours (local) or 6.5 hours (Bluetooth) playback Available for $229.99 in August, or $139 for early Kickstarter backers starting today A year after releasing Sleep A20 earbuds, Soundcore has introduced a more...

2 weeks ago | soundguys.com | Adam Birney

TL;DRBose launches SoundLink Plus ($269) with 20-hour battery, IP67 rating, and phone charging capabilityThe SoundLink Micro (2nd Gen) ($129) gets USB-C, a 12-hour battery, and a removable strapBoth speakers support Bluetooth 5.3, aptX Adaptive, and can pair with other SoundLink speakersBose is expanding its popular SoundLink Bluetooth speaker lineup with two new models.

2 weeks ago | soundguys.com | Adam Birney

Surround sound audio has become a must-have feature for many gamers, whether they’re looking to enhance the immersion of single-player experiences or gain that competitive edge in multiplayer games, pinpointing the precise location of enemy footsteps creeping up behind them. Because building a full Dolby Atmos home theater is expensive and time-consuming (believe me, we did it), most gamers settle for a gaming headset that’s good enough to get the job done.

3 weeks ago | soundguys.com | Adam Birney

Bose is known for setting the benchmark in active noise canceling, while Skullcandy has long been the go-to for budget-friendly, bass-heavy earbuds. But when Skullcandy partnered with Bose for its Method 360 ANC earbuds, it promised “premium sound for the people.” So, how do these affordable earbuds compare to Bose’s top-tier QuietComfort Ultra? I tested both to find out. This article was originally published on June 4, 2025, and this is the first version. Updates will follow.