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Sony has revealed a refreshed lineup of PS5 audio gear, introducing the PlayStation Pulse wireless headset and the higher-end Pulse Edge wireless headset. Both models feature custom, planar magnetic drivers and PlayStation Link connectivity for lossless, ultra-low-latency wireless audio. According to Sony, both models pack larger planar magnetic drivers to …

Sharkoon has launched the Stealthbite IEM, a new pair of in-ear monitors featuring a hybrid driver system, a bundled USB DAC, and interchangeable cables.  Built around a hybrid driver setup, Sharkoon states the Stealthbite IEM delivers a neutral, balanced frequency response across gaming, music, and content creation. Three sizes of …

Audio-Technica has announced the ATH-AL5NC open-back wireless headphones, combining an open-back driver design with Bluetooth connectivity. Available now, the 240g headset features 53mm dynamic drivers, up to 75 hours of continuous battery life, and high-resolution LDAC support. The 53mm dynamic drivers deliver high-resolution 24-bit/96kHz audio via LDAC, AAC, and SBC …

Beyerdynamic has announced two new wireless gaming headsets, the MMX 100 Wireless and MMX 130 Wireless, offering closed‑back and open‑back options for players who prefer different acoustic profiles.

Epomaker has officially launched its first audio product, the GX1 wireless gaming headset. Available now, the open-back headset features tri-mode connectivity, 50mm dynamic drivers, 7.1 surround sound support, and a dual-microphone design with environmental noise cancellation. The GX1 uses an open-back earcup design, something that isn't that common in the …

Endorfy has unveiled the Solum 2 series, a new generation of USB microphones for recording, streaming, and daily voice communication. This new lineup includes four distinct models – the Solum 2 Core, Solum 2, Solum 2 Boom Arm, and the flagship Solum 2 Pro. Each microphone features a high-quality condenser …

Edifier has launched its latest studio monitor speakers, the MR4.5, expanding its MR Series lineup. Available now, the new active speakers aim to bridge the gap between the entry‑level MR4 and the flagship MR5 models, offering a mid‑range solution for content creation, video editing, and music production. The MR4.5 has …

Razer has announced the Hammerhead V3 X HyperSpeed wireless gaming earbuds for Xbox and PlayStation. The new multi-platform earbuds combine 2.4GHz HyperSpeed wireless connectivity with Bluetooth 5.3 to deliver low-latency audio across consoles, PC, handhelds, and mobile devices. Razer builds the earbuds around its HyperSpeed Case, which functions as both …

Edifier has launched the Hecate G5 Max wireless gaming headset, bringing professional-grade audio features and massive battery life to the market. Now available, the new mid-range headset is designed for PC gamers, streamers, and audio enthusiasts. The Hecate G5 Max headset features 53mm titanium-coated drivers with PEN titanium diaphragm technology, …

Creative has announced the launch of the Creative XF1, a 2.0 desktop speaker system designed for high-end audio. Rolling out across select markets, the compact speakers pair a clean exterior with a 72W RMS power output, dual Hi-Res Audio certification, and wireless connectivity. The XF1 features a fully active two-way …

MSI has announced the launch of the Maestro 500 Wireless headset, a multi-mode audio solution designed for productivity, entertainment, and gaming. The new headset features active noise cancellation, high-resolution drivers, and extensive battery life, targeting multi-platform compatibility across PC, consoles, and mobile devices. The Maestro 50 Wireless headset comes equipped …

Razer has announced the Seiren V3 Pro, a new dynamic microphone featuring dual USB-C and XLR connectivity, as well as 32-bit float recording. Designed for streamers and broadcasters, the microphone integrates an internal audio DSP to process sound independent of the host computer. The Seiren V3 Pro microphone supports 32-bit …

Razer is introducing a unique peripheral aimed at gamers who want an immersive audio experience without the limitations of wearing a headset. Meet the Razer Clio, a gaming chair attachment designed to provide headset-like sound directly from your seat. The Razer Clio features integrated near-field twin speakers with 43mm full-range …

Perfect for anyone pushed for space, the Capsule Mini aims to save space while keeping things simple

NZXT has made plenty of mice and keyboards over the years but now the company is getting into the audio peripheral market for the first time. Today, NZXT is launching its new Relay Audio Ecosystem of products, including a new headset, a mixer, and a set of speakers with a …

For many years, Spotify has offered a higher bit-rate option to premium subscribers, but it has not caught up to other streamers offering ‘lossless' audio streaming. That should change soon with Spotify HiFi, but it may mean paying extra. According to Bloomberg, Spotify is now planning a new, more expensive …

We've covered many Edifier headphones and speaker systems over the years. Today, the company is expanding its line of Bluetooth speakers with the new Edifier QD35, a very unique-looking speaker that aims to offer high-quality acoustics, Hi-Res Wireless audio and Lumia effects.  The Edifier QD35 is a tabletop Bluetooth speaker …

Edifier is back with a newly upgraded bookshelf speaker set. The new S1000W offers wireless audio streaming, in addition to physical audio outputs for those looking to wire everything up for the best audio possible.  For wireless, users can use WiFi or Bluetooth to connect devices like smartphones to stream …

Coming in at just over £100, these speakers are very reasonably priced - let's dive in

Sennheiser has sold off its consumer electronics division, which includes the company's portfolio of excellent headphones. In a deal worth €200 million, Swiss company, Sonova, will now own Sennheiser's consumer electronics division. Sennheiser began looking to sell its consumer electronics division back in February due to competitive pressure. As pointed …

Over the years Edifier has earned a well deserved reputation for high-quality speakers and audio gear. At CES 2021, the company unveiled three new products – the D12 Bluetooth speakers, as well as two pairs of TWS earphones. Starting with the D12 speakers, these utilise Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity with a …

Sharp has introduced a new audio device that it claims will redefine the way we listen to music, TV, VR content and games with the new Aquos Sound Partner, a lightweight device that sits comfortably around the users’ neck and delivers high-quality audio. The new Aquos Sound Partner from Sharp …

Looking for some in-ear headphones for gaming? ASUS ROG could have just the thing

NZXT is well known for cases and RGB lighting accessories and now, the company hopes to be recognised for audio gear too. Today, NZXT announced its first set of audio peripherals, including a headset, a headphone stand and an audio mixer. The series starts off with the AER Headset series, …

It's a new gaming headset from Corsair, priced at £65. Does Briony rate it?

A lot of us PC gamers take great pride in our gear and setups but audio is often overlooked. On-board motherboard audio has improved over the years but having a dedicated headphone DAC still provides a better overall experience. Sharkoon hopes to capture the budget-minded crowd in this segment with …

Netflix has been a front runner in adopting new living room technologies and making them available to the masses. We've seen upgrades from HD streaming to 4K Ultra HD, then HDR was added to the mix as better TVs began to hit the market. Now the streaming service is upgrading …

Today, most advertising takes place on the internet because that’s where people spend their time. Direct mail isn’t dead, but it has taken a backseat to platforms like Facebook ads and Google Adwords. While Facebook’s ads are seen only on Facebook, Google’s ads can be seen on a good number …

The unfinished trailer for The Mummy reboot which was accidentally uploaded to the IMAX Youtube account has been doing the rounds for a few days now, and as you might imagine, Universal Pictures isn't happy. In typical fashion however, it's fallen in to the pitfall of trying to have it …

Google Glass is still alive and well behind the closed doors of Google X. However, even with development now taking place behind closed doors, that isn't stopping us from getting any information on what could be coming. The latest news seems to be that one of Google's Glass 2 variants …