Headphones
Need New Earbuds? These JBL True Wireless In-Ear Headphones Are on Sale for $50
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Finding the right headphones can be a tedious process, but if you’re looking for a great deal, JBL’s Tune 125 True Wireless In-Ear Headphones are on sale for $50. The popular earbuds are marked down 50% off at Amazon, but only for a limited time, so you might want to hop on the discount before it’s gone. Amazon Prime members get free delivery on tons of items like JBL headphones. The membership also includes exclusive deals along with access to Prime Video, Prime Reading, Amazon Photos and Amazon Music for $14.99 a month after a free 30-day trial. Whether yo...
Slow News Week: Vice President Kamala Harris Trending For Not Using Bluetooth Headphones
HipHopWired Featured Video CLOSE Source: JIM WATSON / Getty Maybe because the news week was slow or someone needed to get some traffic going on their site, Vice President Kamala Harris made the trending rounds for reasons not exactly tied to her political duties. The former senator was the talk of social media after a news piece came out noting that Harris uses wired headphones instead of Bluetooth wireless headphones for reasons that should make sense yet piqued the interests of grizzled journalists all the same. POLITICO released a newsletter on Monday (Dec. 6) with a portion of the release titled “Kamala Harris is Bluetooth-phobic,” which was seemingly framed to elicit the kind of chatter that followed. The tone of the story almost came from a snarky place but that’s hard to prove. Take...
Vince Staples & Union Partner For New Beats Studio Buds Collaboration
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Beats / Beats Vince Staples has many talents, most especially in the world of music where the rapper and social media genius displays an amazing diversity in sound. Partnering with streetwear standout Union, the two entities have collaborated to release a limited-edition Beats Studio Buds set to coincide with Union’s 30th year in existence. Starting this Wednesday (Dec. 1), the Beats Studio Buds will be available for purchase exclusively at Union’s Los Angeles and Tokyo outfits and online. The color scheme of the buds is a striking red, Black, and green design showcased both via the buds and their packaging. The colors of the Pan-African flag are a distinct reminder that Union is a Black-owned company and that lines up with Staples’ personal philosophies....
Billboard Buys: Sony’s Wireless Headphones Are Just $38
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Few brands consistently hit the mark like Sony when it comes to making top-rated headphones. Their WH-1000XM4 headphones are the best noise-cancelling headphones in the business, while their WHCH710N model (on sale for $78) are great for taking calls at home or the office. The best Sony headphones deal online right now though is with the Sony WH-CH510 Wireless Headphones, which are marked down to just $38 on Amazon. An Amazon exclusive (meaning you won’t find this deal anywhere else), the headphones have been priced as high as $99 in the past, making this a ...
Billboard Buys: Sony is Blowing Out These Top-Rated Headphones for $10
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Sony headphones used to cost a pretty penny, but the electronics company has come out with a line of budget headphones that pack a decent punch. Case in point: these Sony ZX Series Wired On-Ear Headphones, which are on sale right now for just $10 on Amazon (regularly $24.99+). For just 10 bucks, you get a pair of brand new, genuine Sony headphones for music, work, recording and more. This is not just one of the best Sony headphone deals online, but one of the best headphone deals – period. Shop: Sony ZX Series Wired Headphones $9.99 The Sony ZX Series Headph...
Billboard Buys: Get These Top-Rated Noise-Cancelling Headphones for $79
The Soundcore by Anker Life Q30 Headphones deliver hi-res music in crisp, clear detail, thanks to the Q30’s 40mm drivers. Anker says the highly-flexible silk diaphragms can actually better reproduce the thumping bass in your tracks, and bring out more of the subtle changes in your songs too. Ultimately, what you’re buying these headphones for though is their advanced noise-cancelling technology. Anker’s headphones feature dual noise-detecting microphones that pick up and filter out up to 95% of ambient sound to ensure that nothing distracts you from your music. You can also customize your listening experience with three different noise cancellation modes: “Transport Mode” helps to minimize noise when traveling (I.e. the whirl of an airplane engine); “...
Gotta Catch ‘Em All: Check Out These One-of-a-Kind Poké Ball Headphones
If you’re looking to expand your portfolio of Pokémon gear, look no further than this unique headphone collab from Grado Labs and Pokémon Center. The team at Grado Labs, an audio manufacturer known for their hand-crafted, top-of-the-line headphones, has created two new versions of their signature Prestige Series SR80x. One pair boasts an aluminum frame, available with either a Poké Ball or Pikachu silhouette on the side, while a sleek wooden pair is also available with the same specs. Grado Labs Grado Labs has also implemented new technology into this unique collaboration. The earpads feature a redesigned housing, allowing for better ventilation. The unit also uses the company’s fourth-generation X drivers, which are meticulously tuned to the housing they re...
Jaden Smith Launches ‘Moldable’ Earbuds Collab With Ultimate Ears
The new campaign video features Smith showing off the earbuds over his 2020 track “Endless Summer.” Even before this partnership, though, Smith says he was already using Ultimate Ears earbuds onstage and in the studio. “From my very first live performance to this day I have always relied on Ultimate Ears as a go-to tool,” he says, in a press release. “They allow me to concentrate on my craft and not worry about anything else getting in the way.” As part of the new collaboration, Ultimate Ears’ parent company Logitech will be supporting Smith’s 501CTHREE charity — a nonprofit built on the premise that everyone deserves access to clean water, healthy food and shelter. While details of this partnership have not been announced, Smith says he...
AIAIAI and Ninja Tune Collaborate on New Eco-Friendly Recycled Vinyl Headphones
When one thinks about cutting back on plastic usage, our minds don’t tend to go straight to our headphones. However, according to a recent report, it was found that a record 53.6 million metric tons of electronic waste were generated last year. In an effort to combat these staggering numbers AIAIAI has linked with Ninja Tune in a collaborative venture to launch an eco-friendly alternative to their popular TMA-2 headphones. The TMA-2 Ninja Tune Edition uses recycled vinyl to create the shell, but they don’t stop there. The Bio-Cellulose S05 drivers are also sustainable and are made out of an organic compound that comes from certain types of bacteria. While that could raise questions on sound quality, the company maintains that though the material is bio-...
Giveaway: Enter to Win a Rare Autographed Pair of Kygo’s A11/800 Headphones
Kygo has teamed up with EDM.com to give away a set of headphones from the producer’s new X by Kygo product line. One lucky fan will be able to get their hands on the A11/800 over-ear model, the flagship product in Kygo’s line. With a sleek, minimalist design, padded headband, and supportive memory foam ear cushions, the headphones are a fashionable fit and prime for comfort. These are not just any pair of cans though—they’ll arrive signed from the hit-making producer himself. You can enter the giveaway below. As far as features go, this model goes the extra mile with its touch control technology and active bluetooth cancellation capabilities. The Kygo Sound app puts the EQ controls directly in the user’s hands, offering a dynamic array of presets and settings. ...
Check Out Kygo’s New Noise-Cancelling A11/800 Headphones
“They’re brilliant for blocking out any unwanted distractions while I’m traveling on tour.” Chart-topping dance music star Kygo has released a new line of over-ear headphones. Combining his passion for sound quality and all things music, the famed producer has teamed up with some of the industry’s top engineers to build the X by Kygo line. The A11/800 over-ear headphones are a noise-cancelling delight. Working in conjunction with the Kygo Sound app, the headphones have the ability to equalize and let the user control how much ambient noise is blocked. A clever “awareness mode” cancels ambient noise at 50% while amplifying voices, so there’s no need to worry about removing the headphones when listening to somebody speak. As ...
Apple’s First Over-Ear Headphones, the AirPods Max, Will Only Cost You $549
Apple has announced AirPods Max, the tech giant’s first ever over-ear headphones. The cordless devices will retail for $549 and become available starting Tuesday, December 15th. The history of headphone technology begins with over-the-ear models, but starting with The Walkman in 1979, earbuds began to overtake them in popularity. It’s a trend that Apple helped along in 2001, when their first generation of earbuds shipped along with the original iPod. Their wireless AirPods launched five years later. As demand for a wider variety of listening options has increased, different people place varied values on discretion, comfort, and audio fidelity. The AirPods Max are the result of Apple bowing to demand for a high-end listening experience. Similar to the AirPods Pro ($249), the new Max models ...
