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Our audio coverage stretches from cheap earbuds to throw in your bag, up to hi-res DACs that can add extra dimensions of sound to your favorite music. The world of audio has changed a lot with the rise of higher-quality wireless and digital sound – streaming services offer better-than-CD quality, and you can beam it to speakers all over the house over Wi-Fi or next-gen Bluetooth options.
That’s unlocked a world of new devices where hi-fi meets modern conveniences, and we’re always looking to find the best new ideas in the audio world.
Our audio experts love products from the top to the bottom of the budget range – we love a cheap Bluetooth speaker that sounds great at the beach just as much as we love expensive wired headphones driven from a beautiful valve amplifier.
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FiiO BTR17 review: a pocketable, portable Bluetooth DAC and headphone amp that easily outclasses its humble price-tag
By Simon Lucas published
Look, this is FiiO we’re discussing here, it because of that it naturally follows that the BTR17 portable Bluetooth DAC/headphone amplifier is very, very good indeed.

Google's new cheap Pixel Buds may have leaked before their expected launch with the next Pixel phones later this month
By Carrie Marshall published
The Pixel Buds 2a look set to arrive soon, and here's your claimed first look

AirPods that connect to a turntable and offer custom sound-mixing using a touchscreen case? Apple’s thinking about it, but don’t expect it on AirPods Pro 3
By Carrie Marshall published
Newly published patents show a very cool AirPods case with streaming and sound superpowers

Cambridge Audio Melomania P100 review: incredible value wireless over-ear headphones that last and last (and last)
By Simon Lucas last updated
Cambridge Audio's first ever wireless noise-cancelling over-ear headphones have landed. Do they have what it takes to stand out? You betcha they do.

This turntable and speakers package is stylish and very affordable, and looks tempting for vinyl beginners
By Carrie Marshall published
Retro looks, a switchable amp and bookshelf speakers for a good price

I tried Cambridge Audio's 'Special Edition' headphones and everything that made the originals great is here, but one new perk surprises me
By Becky Scarrott published
Retuned audio, DynamEQ to maintain full sound at lower volumes, a cushier headband and a new blue finish (but sadly, I received another gray set).

Back to school headphones: I've picked 4 noise-cancelling over-ears to keep your study game strong, all TechRadar tested and approved
By Becky Scarrott published
You want weapons-grade ANC, zero interruptions and a price that won't rinse the student loan? Read on

Spotify introduces face-scanning age checks for UK users, as some furious fans threaten to return to piracy
By Rowan Davies published
Spotify is the latest app to comply with the UK's Online Safety Act, with users being asked to verify their age in order to access the platform's adult content.

The best, most Apple-friendly AirPlay speakers 2025
By Becky Scarrott last updated
Buying Guide Here are the best AirPlay speakers to stream audio from your iPhone, iPad or MacBook using Apple AirPlay 2.

Denon AH-C840NCW review: tempting earbuds from a price perspective, but as an overall package they fall short of the class-leaders
By Tom Bedford published
The Denon AH-C840NCW are more affordable AirPods Pro alternatives which deliver in the audio and design department, but struggle for useful features.
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