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What I want to see from headphones, earbuds, and the audio industry in 2026
Audio wishlist The audio industry delivered on its promises in 2025, adding Auracast to Android and making Spotify lossless a reality. But there's more to do in 2026.
2025 was awesome for consumer audio, but some key things were very underwhelming
Tshaka-Fi Wrapped! Nothing dropped the bomb, on-device voice controls just bombed, Auracast floundered, and lossless came alive! My takeaways for audio in 2025.
We once called them the 'headphones to beat' - now the Sony WH-1000XM5 are cheaper than they've EVER been
A Gift for the Ears Though they're last-gen, the Sony WH-1000XM5s are still a powerful pair of headphones.
These premium Sony headphones are usually pretty pricey—which is why 13% OFF at Amazon is such a big deal
Treat Your Ears They'd probably be our favorite headphones if it wasn't for the high price tag.
Best cheap noise-canceling headphones
Just you and the music Whether you need them for travel or work, a pair of noise-canceling headphones is a must. These are our favorite picks that won't break the bank.
Don't wait for the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro — buy these Samsung earbuds instead
Budget buy The Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are criminally underrated, and as an audiophile, I'm worried the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro are heading in the wrong direction.
Best workout earbuds and headphones for Android users
Get active Need new headphones to motivate yourself and crush it at the gym? Don't just put on any old pair when there are plenty of others to choose from in this list.
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are over, but these cheap JBL earbuds are still 60% OFF at Amazon
Holiday Buds Deals The JBL Tune Flex earbuds normally retail at $100. Now, they're just $40.
