audio

Hardware

AirPods, Pixel Buds, O-Free: The Real State of Wireless Earbuds

A hard look at Apple, Google, and Oppo’s true‑wireless earbuds, from fit woes to security flaws, and what the crowded market means for users.

Gaming

Reddit tests audio‑first videos for viral posts

Reddit is piloting a video feature that lets users watch or just listen to top posts, borrowing TikTok’s sound‑first format.

Hardware

SJY Zeph headphones flip the script on open‑back sound

SJY’s Zeph pair wired open‑back design with flippable earcups, challenging $200‑plus competitors on tone and usability.

AI

Opal Pivots to AI-Powered Audio

Opal, known for its high-end webcam, shifts focus to AI-powered audio gadgets with investments from OpenAI and Samsung.