Headphones & Audio
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Our favourite outdoor speakers Take you tunes outside with our pick of the best outdoor speakers to buy -
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Focal Bathys: Deeply impressive over-ear noise-cancellers Ordinary active noise-cancellation aside, Focal’s first foray into the world of wireless over-ear headphones is deeply impressive£699 -
Best internet radio 2023: A new world of radio and music Tired of poor reception or the usual UK stations? Get online with an Internet radio and enjoy the best stations from around the globe -
Shure AONIC 50 review: Exceptional audio, but at what cost? The Shure AONIC 50 are stylish and sound great, but a few issues make them a tough sell at full price£219 -
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Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II: First-rate noise cancellation The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II deliver the best noise cancelling around and great sound too but aren’t without their weaknesses£280 -
best buy
Nothing Ear (2) review: A clear and significant improvement The Nothing Ear (2) eclipse their predecessor, adding high-res audio support and performance to rival the best buds in their price bracket£129 -
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Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 review: Very nearly flawless The Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 are exceptionally well rounded, with effective ANC, solid spatial audio and even a built-in heart-rate monitor£140 -
The best record players for any budget Whether you’re a vinyl veteran or a recent record convert, we’ve got a selection of turntables that will get you spinning -
best buy
Sony WF-1000XM4: All-round audio excellence The Sony WF-1000XM4 earbuds are the complete package, offering first-rate sound quality, effective ANC and numerous useful features£250 -
best buy
Google Nest Audio: A simply brilliant smart speaker Google’s renewed focus on audio quality pays off – the Nest Audio is a fabulous smart speaker£90 -
B&O Beosound Explorer: The best-looking waterproof speaker The Bang & Olufsen Beosound Explore looks great, is rugged and waterproof but doesn’t deliver a truly satisfying audio experience£169 -
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Huawei FreeBuds 5 review: Open-fit freedom Not a fan of eartips? The Huawei FreeBuds 5 are excellent open-fit earbuds that, unlike the Apple AirPods, offer active noise cancellation£149 -
Amazon Echo Studio review: Amazon’s bassiest smart speaker It’s an impressive device in any number of respects, but unruly bass leaves the Amazon Echo Studio sounding a little wonky£190