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Bose’s Quiet Comfort cans return in 2nd-gen
While not the “ultra”, the return of some Bose’s most comfortable noise cancelling cans means an update for a legendary set of headphones.
Alexa+ arrives in Australia with more AI at home
Owners of Amazon’s Echo speakers and displays might just get a little more AI at home shortly, provided they pony up for the privilege.
Shokz OpenDots 2 reviewed: a second chance
A pair of earbuds you can wear all day like jewellery, the Shokz OpenDots 2 simply keep going until your day is over. Are they worth the price?
Hisense joins earbuds locally, still no phones
Known for TVs, home appliances, and air conditioning, Hisense is prepping heads for what’s to come.
Skullcandy, Bose team for $400 ANC
The price of noise cancelling headphones has clearly fallen, and a new pair for $399 could really make you think twice.
Spotify deletes millions of tracks… and AI is the reason why
Not every track on your music service is there for creative expression. Some are there solely to make money, and Spotify thinks it has millions worked out.
Shokz takes on jewellery earbuds with bling
The next pair of earbuds you put on could have more in common with earrings than ever, as Shokz loops a bit of bling with a lot of sound.
Marshall’s amp-inspired speakers updated for the home
While some speakers go for minimalist looks, Marshall’s latest continue the guitar- and bass-amp vibes with updated innards, now in version IV (that’s 4 for folks playing along at home).
Nothing offers a more mid-range phone, earphone combo
Keeping the cost down on gadgets isn’t easy in the AI era. With new gear from Nothing, an attempt is still being made.
Laser’s Retro Lava Lamp with Bluetooth Speaker reviewed
A retro style and some literal hot wax are something to see in the Laser Retro Lava Lamp and Bluetooth Speaker, a combination that brings the vibes.
