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Apple’s new AirPods Pro joined Sony’s flagship true wireless earbuds in offering noise cancelling, so which company did it best?
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Problem with new ‘disposable’ AirPods
Apple’s new AirPods Pro may solve one problem with the world’s most popular true wireless earbud, but ignores a bigger issue.
Which portable speaker is right for you?
Multi-room audio pioneer Sonos has finally introduced a portable speaker, but increased competition means it might have waited too long.
Apple kills off iTunes app
It’s been described as bulky and over-complicated. Now, after 18 years, 12 versions and billions of sales, iconic music program iTunes is no more.
Sony 3D audio the ‘future of music’
Sony is working on a new audio format designed to replicate the live concert experience — and it promises to be a game-changer for music lovers.
The best wireless speakers from $50
Silly season is in full swing and that means you’ll want to be able to take the party with you. So here’s a roundup of some of the best portable wireless speakers.
Are these headphones really worth $800?
If you enjoy a luxury flare to your gadgets, these stylish, comfortable and powerful headphones are worth checking out — but they don’t come cheap.
Amazon’s Echo ‘witnessed a murder’
One woman was stabbed 43 times. Another had her skull crushed. Now a judge has ordered Amazon to hand over their Echo smart speaker recordings that could hold critical clues to their murders.
The only smart speaker you should buy
THE Apple HomePod might be playing catch up when it comes to intelligence but on the most important aspect of all, it leads the pack.
$500 gadget is actually worth it
AN AUSTRALIAN company has created an award-winning gadget you’ll definitely want to own – but it has a huge price tag.
Kanye West’s ‘genius’ new move
WHEN you talk about someone being a genius, chances are Kanye West isn’t the first name that comes to mind. But that could all be about to change.
$399 product brings the goods
DO YOU really need to spend $500 for premium active noise cancelling headphones? Or can you get the same quality for $100 less?
Three headphones for under $200
THERE’S no need to spend upwards of $600 on new headphones, with these budget models all serving different needs.
Why your HomePod will get smart
APPLE really wants you to buy a smart speaker, maybe even two, and it will give you more reasons to do so today.
World’s most expensive headphones
THESE are easily and without a doubt the very best headphones I’ve ever listened with — and so they should be.
The music industry’s worst nightmare
A NEW change to Spotify has been slammed as hypocritical and you, the listener, stands to ultimately lose out.
$399 gadget you’ll want to buy
AS THE nights get chilly, all you really want to do is curl up in bed and watch Netflix. Here’s a way to make that even better.
Blatant flaw with $299 gadget
THIS product from an established brand promises and delivers a great experience. There is just one potential dealbreaker.
Apple could be killing a popular feature
A HIGH ranking Apple exec has hinted the company could be about to drop a longstanding feature as part of a new push for the tech giant.
Spotify hack that blocks ads for free
MUSIC fans have been gaining free access to Spotify’s premium service with a cheeky workaround that the company says could hurt its share price as it goes public.
Amazon sorry for ‘terrifying’ Alexa glitch
AMAZON customers are unplugging their smart speakers and sending complaints to the company after experiencing a “really creepy” malfunction.
Pharma Bro ‘fool’ cops $10m slapdown
MARTIN Shkreli was uncharacteristically repentant as he threw himself at the mercy of a judge, pleading: “I was a fool. I should have known better.”
$249 gadget you need to buy
THIS product might look like a clock radio, but trust us when we say it’s much more. It will change your house for the better.
Apple’s launch to spark AI battle
APPLE has revealed the extreme measures it took to create the HomePod amid predictions it will spark a smart home war.
Amazon’s Alexa gets Aussie makeover
AMAZON’S smart speakers arrive in Australia this week, and they do more than speak with an Aussie twang — they can also check your bank balance, spout footy trivia and order pizza.
Big hit for music streaming services
APPLE, Spotify, Amazon and Google have been dealt a major blow that could have a big impact on what you pay for your music streaming service.
Google wants you to read more
YOU’RE not the only person who can’t find time to read books but Google has a solution: it wants to read them to you.
‘Blows my mind’: Apple’s big own goal
APPLE has built its reputation on intuitive and sleek design, but the company’s latest app has been labelled “a dumpster fire” by fans.
A new streaming service is coming
THE competitive world of streaming is set to get another shake-up with a new subscription service, currently named Remix, set to launch early next year.
Wireless earphones under $200
CHRISTMAS is fast approaching, which means you could be searching for gift ideas. Here are three options that won’t break the bank.
This $499 gadget is worth every cent
IF YOU are looking to spend some money on premium tech products this Christmas, it’s hard to look past the Sony WH-1000XM2 noise-cancelling headphones.
How to make money from a podcast
A COMEDY podcast network based in Melbourne has recently made the transition from hobby to full-time profession. Here’s how to do the same.
Buy these noise-cancelling headphones
ONE of the most common questions when it comes to noise-cancelling headphones is which product to buy. This could be the answer you are chasing.
TV as you’ve never heard it before
TELEVISION is finally growing up, with big-screen Hollywood stars in small-screen exploits. But without the right equipment, you could miss out on the finer details.
Sonos’ bold ultimatum to customers
THIS company told its customers they had to accept a new policy or their product would “cease to function”. They weren’t happy.
Audio gadgets a sound investment
AUDIO technology has come a long way since the ghetto-blaster. We round up four of the best new sound machines for parties and podcasting.
The 8.3kg must-have TV accessory
THERE are more versions of this product flooding the market. But can something so large and unwieldy actually be necessary for your TV?
What happened to Pandora?
FROM Monday, internet radio service Pandora will no longer broadcast in Australia. Here is everything you need to know.
Jay-Z launches scathing attack on Apple
HAVING already taken shots at his former buddy Kanye West, rapper Jay-Z has turned his attention to tech giant Apple.
The change you need to your loungeroom
YOU might not know it, but one of the most common items in your living room has become outdated, with new technology taking its place.
Five best Apple AirPod alternatives
DON’T want Apple’s cotton bud-like AirPods sticking out of your ears? We found five wireless alternatives, from button-shaped buds to high-quality cans.
5 of the best bass-shaking speakers
IT’S time to cut the cords and stream music to your party, and we’ve rounded up five of the best streaming speakers to do it.
A product to match 4K Ultra-HD devices
IN an attempt to deliver the best product to meet modern demands, JBL has created a product to match 4K Ultra-HD devices.
Bizarre outrage over Apple’s $649k deal
WHEN Chance the Rapper received $649,000 to stream his new album on Apple Music for two weeks, he didn’t expect to cop a backlash.
How noise cancelling headphones work
WE have all heard of noise cancelling headphones, but how do they actually work and do they live up to the promise?
5 sweet solutions to sound situations
WHETHER you’re wanting to tune out on your commute and listen to your favourite CD in any room of your house, here are five sweet solutions sound situations.
How to cut the headphone cord
WHETHER your phone cannot take it any more or you just want to cut the cord, more headphones are going wireless and we’ve tested five of the best.
Tech products to evoke nostalgia
FROM the very first Sony Walkman to one of the most popular schoolyard toys of the 90s, here are six classic retro tech items you will love.
AirPods won’t be available for Xmas
APPLE’S new wireless headphones will not be ready for Christmas in an embarrassing blow for the company.
AirPods could come in time for Christmas
IF YOU have been holding out to buy Apple’s AirPods, there is some light at the end of the tunnel according to Tim Cook.
Your headphones can spy on you
HACKERS could hijack your headphones to slyly record your secret conversations, researchers have warned.
Three portable wireless audio options
GONE are the days of needing messy cables to play music, with a plethora of wireless audio options now mainstream.
Podcasts you should be listening to
PODCASTS are no longer the poor cousins of radio. From heartbreaking stories to mindblowing knowledge, here are 11 of the best.
How to avoid Apple’s AirPods
NO headphone jack? No drama. We rounded up five fresh headsets charged and ready to deliver tunes from your iPhone 7.
Pandora fires shot at streaming industry
PANDORA has fired a major shot at Spotify, Tidal and Apple Music by undercutting them on price and seeking to match them with on-demand music.
Aussie’s solution to Apple’s problem
AN AUSSIE entrepreneur has launched a new product, which promises to solve the biggest issue with the upcoming iPhone 7.
‘The world’s most intense boom box’
IT’S a music speaker, karaoke machine, turntable, home entertainment sound bar, light machine and radio all-in-one. But does it really need all of this?
Your Father’s Day gadget gift guide
SOCKS and jocks are so last century. Here are five of the five best tech gadgets to consider for Father’s Day (and yes, it is just 12 days away).
Headphones to help you tune out
THE latest noise-cancelling headphones provide a effective and polite way to shut up noisy colleagues, or silence the rumble of public transport.
Apple in talks to buy Tidal
APPLE is exploring the purchase of struggling rival music streaming service Tidal, which is run by rap star Jay-Z and a number of other artists.
Sony really missed the mark here
WHEN you are forking out $299.95 on headphones, you would expect them to be quality. Which is why it’s such a shame Sony failed with this product.
Huge change coming to Apple Music
APPLE Music is looking to take down its biggest rival Spotify by making some huge changes to the subscription music streaming service.
Streaming is saving the music industry
THE world’s biggest recording artists might not be happy with the digital streaming royalties, but these services are helping salvage a dying industry.
Rose stars with emojis in new video
AUSSIE singer Elizabeth Rose invites you to tap, swipe and tilt her latest music video — an interactive clip created with internet giant, Google.
Samsung cries poor, splits with Milk
THE fat lady has sung for Samsung, with the tech giant admitting defeat and revealing the closure of its online song-streaming service in Australia.
Oh dear, what was Sony thinking?
SONY’S latest marketing for a new line of goodies has completely missed the mark in a hilarious way.
‘Kanye West is a blithering twat’
PIRATE Bay has trolled Kanye West after he threatened to sue the website for leaking his new album.
Kanye’s album launch goes very wrong
THE self-proclaimed “greatest living rock star of all time” tried to get sneaky with the launch of his new album. Except it backfired.
Apple’s fail has Android laughing
IMAGINE Apple’s horror when it realised it played right into its competitor’s hands with its fancy new platform.
Apple’s incredible revenue record
APPLE Music has made huge steps forward since their launch in June last year. But it is their enormous earnings figures that remain truly mind-blowing.
Obama’s favourite Xmas playlist
EVER wonder what music gets President Barack Obama in the Christmas mood? Sign in to Spotify to find out.
Top speakers for summer parties
WITH a world of music on your smartphone, you need world-class speakers to power your tunes. Here are five top-name devices.
The move keeping The Beatles alive
FOR years they have been behind the times, but now the original Beatles members have made a drastic decision to keep their music relevant.
The 15 best gadgets of 2015
IT’S been a big year in technology, and now we’re able to look back and judge the most exciting new gadgets on offer.
Best and freshest wireless speakers
THE weather is heating up and when you take the party outside it’s a good idea to take the music with you. We look at five of the best wireless speakers.
Apple Music loses millions of subscribers
Millions of early adopters who signed up for Apple Music dropped the service after the free trial period ended, the company revealed late Monday.
Get a home theatre on a budget
HOME theatre trends are clear: we want simple, wireless units that are big on screen size and low on cost. Here are five ways to do it.
Big trends in simple home theatre
Home theatre trends for 2015 are clear: we all want simple, wireless units that are big on screen size and low on cost.
Sonos predicts full stream ahead
FOR years wireless speaker pioneer Sonos has predicted a total streaming music revolution. A recent change means that revolution is here now.
Tune out to Apple Music or pay up
IF you don’t want to start paying for Apple Music, you need to turn it off — right now. Here is what to do today.
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