Headphones

Samsung Unpacked took place last night, bringing the announcements of the Galaxy Watch 3 and Samsung's new Galaxy Buds Live. The new smart watch comes with new health and fitness tracking features, as well as new customisation options, while the Buds Live aim to take on the Apple Air Pods …

Following the successful release of the Cloud Core gaming headset, HyperX is now launching a variant featuring 7.1 virtual surround sound for the PC and PS4 platforms. Thanks to the 7.1 virtual surround sound and the signature Cloud design, this headset aims to please gamers with comfort, durability and audio experience. …

We review Razer's BlackShark V2 wired headset, coming in at £99.99

This week, Creative announced the Creative Aurvana Trio, sporting a triple-driver system, including a ‘balanced armature super tweeter' for what promises to be a ‘rich and detailed' wireless audio experience.  Creative's Aurvana Trio Wireless headphones features three drivers, as implied by the name. The “Balanced Armature Super Tweeter” is designed to …

For a while now, OnePlus has been teasing both its upcoming budget-friendly smartphone, the OnePlus Nord, as well as its first set of truly wireless earphones. The OnePlus Buds, which is set to be officially launched this week, has now leaked showcasing three different colour options that will be available …

Audeze has launched a new line of wireless headsets targeting console and PC gamers. The Audeze Penrose line is designed with potential Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 users in mind with an audiophile-grade design. The new Penrose series is the latest addition to the Audeze headset range that already …

How good is the G Pro X headset in 2020?

Creative is well known for its audio products, ranging from sound cards to headsets. This week, Creative is adding to its gaming headset lineup with the SXFI Gamer Headset, featuring a ‘Battle Mode' and ‘CommanderMic'.  The new SXFI gamer headset expands on what previous generations already have achieved, but also …

LG has announced two new LG TONE Free true wireless earbuds, the HBS-FN6 and HBS-FN4 models. These earbuds from LG feature self-cleaning technology as well as Meridian's Headphone Spatial Processing technology. These earbuds from LG have been developed together with Meridian, an English audio specialist founded back in 1977. Meridian provides its …

Abkoncore's new B719M Virtual 7.1 gaming headset is the company's latest audio solution for gamers. Featuring RGB lighting, 7.1 virtual surround sound, an in-line controller, multi-platform compatibility, and a noise-cancelling mic, the B719M Virtual 7.1 is a feature-rich headset for your gaming sessions. The B719M Virtual 7.1 comes with a “USB Virtual …

Drown has announced the “world's first tactile earphones for gaming”, and in an effort to describe the new product, the earphone manufacturer said that the device “activates all 3 audio pathways to your brain for enhanced situational awareness and a fully immersive audio experience.” The Scottish company Drown said that …

Is the ROG Theta 7.1 worth paying £250 for?

MSI has announced its latest gaming headset, the Immerse GH30 V2. This updated model is equipped with 40mm Neodymium drivers and a foldable headband design.  The new headset from MSI is – as implied by the ‘V2' part of the name – the second version of the company's Immerse GH30 product. …

We review the ROG Strix GO - a wireless gaming headset enhanced by AI

Razer has been producing gaming headsets for years, and now the company has announced its latest addition to its audio range – the Razer Opus. These new headphones feature THX Certified audio and advanced hybrid Active Noise Cancellation. Most people will agree that music is best enjoyed when there is …

LucidSound has announced that the LS50X Wireless + Bluetooth gaming headset is now available. Designed for “maximum comfort, noise isolation and audio quality”, the LS50X is fully compatible with Xbox One devices, and with the upcoming Xbox Series X. With both Wireless and Bluetooth connectivity options, the LS50X can be …

Logitech has launched a new headset aimed at those who are working from home during the Coronavirus pandemic and need a reliable audio solution for video conferencing. A new wired version of the Logitech Zone headset is certified for applications such as Google Meet and Voice as well as Microsoft …

Consumer audio products manufacturer 1MORE has announced the launch of its new Dual Driver ANC Pro Wireless In-Ear Headphones this week. The CES Innovation Award Winning earbuds are the second product to feature noise-cancelling technology released by the company this year. 1MORE Dual Driver ANC Pro Wireless In-Ear Headphones boast …

Edifier has just released the TWS6 earbuds in the UK. Featuring Bluetooth 5.0, IPX5 water and sweat resistance, and up to 32 hours of battery life, these earbuds come equipped with high-clarity balanced armature drivers from Knowles to deliver “outstanding sound quality”. Winners of an iF Design Award 2020 for …

Microsoft has announced a new set of Surface devices. These new portable electronics include the Surface Go 2 tablet, the Surface Book 3 detachable laptop, the Surface Earbuds, and the Surface Headphones 2. Starting with the new Surface Book 3, Microsoft claims this offers “the power of a desktop, the …

Wireless earbuds are becoming commonplace these days with all the big tech manufacturers launching their own versions. Huawei is the latest company to announce new wireless earbuds in the form of the FreeBuds 3i featuring a new aesthetic design and Active Noise Cancelling technology at an affordable price. FreeBuds 3i …

EKSA has a history spanning ten years of developing and manufacturing headsets for other companies and has now announced a new gaming headset of its own. The EKSA E900 is an affordable multi-platform headset with wired connectivity and a noise-cancelling microphone. According to EKSA, the new E900 headset has been …

Mad Catz has just launched two new F.R.E.Q. gaming headsets. The F.R.E.Q. 2 and the F.R.E.Q.4 were designed to offer a comfortable feel while delivering “professional grade sound quality”, for an immersive gaming experience. With the launch of these headsets, Mad Catz plans to integrate its signature design in multiple audio …

The HyperX Cloud Stinger line of gaming headsets is about to receive two new additions. The HyperX Cloud Stinger Core (7.1) and the HyperX Cloud Stinger Core (Wireless + 7.1) are the new headsets from HyperX, adding 7.1 virtual surround support to the Cloud Stinger family. According to Nate Almond, Audio Business …

After some brief teasing over on Twitter, today CD Projekt Red and SteelSeries have announced a new partnership, introducing the Cyberpunk 2077 Headset collection. The new set of audio gear includes two variations of the Arctis 1 Wireless headset. There is also a set of accessory pack, so you can …

Edifier unveiled its TWS NB earbuds with active noise cancelling during CES earlier this year, giving us a sneak preview of what is to come in 2020. The company has officially made the TWS NB buds available to purchase now and you can pick them up online for under £100. …

Edifier has announced that it will be bringing an update to its TWS1 earbuds, giving the series a range of new lifestyle colour options to choose from including dark blue, pale pink and a new mint green version. TWS1 from edifier is an entry-level true wireless Bluetooth earbud solution that …

Asus has become masters of implementing RGB lighting into its huge range of devices and peripherals. However, PC enthusiasts and gamers are always searching for other ways to express their personalities through their rigs, so Asus ROG has come up with a new way to make that happen without having …

Samsung has announced the introduction of a new all-in-one power management IC designed specifically for wireless earbuds. The MUA01 and MUB01 PMIC’s are optimised to provide next-generation True Wireless earbuds with more efficient designs to improve battery life. The new Samsung power management IC’s, MUA01 and MUB01 are designed for …

Today we look at two headsets, a keyboard and a mouse from Cougar - which is the standout product?