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The Sony WH-1000XM6 sounds better than the Apple AirPods Max, here's how

1 day ago | soundguys.com | Christian Thomas

Those on the market for brand-new active noise canceling (ANC) headphones have an embarrassment of riches to choose from. But what about the top end? We pit the reigning champ of sound quality over the last 5 years against the new kid on the block, and the lab results show a consistent story: the Sony WH-1000XM6 sound quality is top-notch in this category.
HyperX Cloud III S Wireless review: Better, but good enough to buy?

6 days ago | soundguys.com | Adam Birney

6.3HyperX Cloud III S WirelessThe bottom lineThe HyperX Cloud III S Wireless is ideal for gamers who want one headset for PC, console (not Xbox), and mobile use, with great comfort, battery life, and dual wireless modes. It’s a versatile, no-fuss headset built for long gaming sessions, not critical music listening.
These are the best workout earbuds you've never heard of

1 week ago | soundguys.com | Adam Birney

The JLab Epic Sport ANC 3 earbuds tackle the sports audio market, promising premium features for just $99.99. These earhook-equipped workout companions offer LDAC support, spatial audio, and IP66 water resistance in a package costing less than half the price of competitors like the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2. Can these affordable sport earbuds deliver reliable performance where it matters most for active users, or do they sacrifice too much to hit their budget-friendly price point?
We asked, you told us: The Sony WH-1000XM6's microphone isn't amazing

1 week ago | soundguys.com | Christian Thomas

Christian Thomas / SoundGuysTwo weeks ago, we released our review of the Sony WH-1000XM6. Though most of the test results were excellent, some of our readers noted that the microphone performance wasn’t what they were expecting. After skimming the comments sections, Reddit, and our own poll results, we’ve condensed what the masses had to say about the latest Sony flagship’s microphone performance. How good is the Sony WH-1000XM6’s mic?
Sony WH-1000XM6 vs JBL Tour One M3: A new noise canceling king?

1 week ago | soundguys.com | Adam Birney

JBL pushes forward on features while Sony sticks to what works. Here's how they compare. Sony WH-1000XM6MSRP: $449.99Check pricePositivesExcellent ANCGood sound qualityExcellent microphoneDevice compatibilityNegativesNo USB listeningNo ingress protection ratingPriceThe Bottom Line. The Sony WH-1000XM6 is every bit a worthy successor to Sony's other ANC headphones as you'd hope. They sound very good, have excellent ANC, and are equipped to handle demanding users.
Get AirPods Pro 2-level ANC for less than 1/3 the price with these earbuds

1 week ago | soundguys.com | Adam Birney

I recently finished testing the CMF Buds 2 Plus, the latest budget wireless earbuds from Nothing’s sub-brand. At just $69, they offer some of the best price-to-performance value we’ve seen, especially when it comes to active noise canceling (ANC). In our lab tests, they delivered ANC performance that rivals Apple’s AirPods Pro 2 ($189.99 at Amazon). So, is Apple’s premium price still justified? Or are you just paying the iOS tax?
These budget earbuds have better battery life than the AirPods Pro 2

1 week ago | soundguys.com | Chase Bernath

We tested these new budget earbuds in our SoundGuys testing lab, and they stand out in one key metric compared to AirPods. Chase Bernath / SoundGuysThe Soundcore Liberty 5 ($129.99 at Amazon) make a strong case to be your next wireless earbuds. After testing the Liberty 5, we noticed they have impressive battery life, besting not only the AirPods 4 ($129 at Amazon), but even the much more expensive AirPods Pro 2 ($189.99 at Amazon).
These have better ANC than AirPods - and they cost less

2 weeks ago | soundguys.com | Chase Bernath

Chase Bernath / SoundGuysIf you’re looking for wireless earbuds in 2025, you’re going to expect them to have active noise canceling (ANC) to block out ambient noise. Apple (finally) added ANC technology to the default AirPods in the AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation. On the other hand, the new Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 cost less ($129.99 at Amazon) while still promising good noise canceling. So, who wins? Fit is keyChase Bernath / SoundGuysEar tip or no ear tip? That is the question.
We asked, you told us: USB audio isn’t a dealbreaker

2 weeks ago | soundguys.com | Adam Birney

All products featured are independently chosen by us. However, SoundGuys may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links. See our ethics statement. Our readers weighed in on USB-C audio in headphones, and the results might surprise you. Christian Thomas / SoundGuysUSB-C audio is becoming a practical feature in modern wireless headphones.
The Sony WH-1000XM6 fixes Reddit's biggest complaint about the XM5

2 weeks ago | soundguys.com | Adam Birney

Christian Thomas / SoundGuysThe WH-1000XM6 is here, and while it doesn’t look wildly different from its predecessor, Sony quietly made one crucial change that headphone forums and Reddit threads have been howling about for years: the notoriously fragile hinge. A reinforced responseIf you were one of the many burned by the brittle hinges on the WH-1000XM5, take a sigh of relief. The XM6 introduces a redesigned folding mechanism with a metal hinge embedded in the plastic housing.