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The CMF Buds Pro 2 are budget wireless earbuds from Nothing’s CMF sub-brand, and they pack in features you usually expect at a higher price. There’s also a strong Amazon deal on them right now, which makes them even more tempting.

Battery life used to be one of the first things I checked when a new Bluetooth speaker landed on my desk. The longer it lasted, the better. Simple enough. Then I started testing them.

Crank your volume, boost the bass, turn on the lights, or charge your phone, and that impressive number on the box can shrink pretty quickly. So after

Last month, my original AirPods Max turned five. I bought them in 2021, and they’ve lasted half a decade thus far. That isn’t a long life in the context of wired headphones, but wireless headphones make repairability tricky. There’s added complexity, battery deg...

The SHOKZ OpenFit Air is built for people who want music, podcasts, and calls without blocking out the world around them, and it’s on sale right now on Amazon. These open-ear wireless earbuds use an ear-hook design, which makes them a strong fit for workouts, walks, and long days when comfort matters as much as sound.

Sony’s WH-CH720N headphones are down to just $86.95 at Amazon right now, which is a big drop from the $179.99 recommended retail price. That saves you $93, or 52% off RRP, and it puts a well-known pair of Sony noise canceling headphones into budget territory.