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fromGadgets 360
4 days ago

Nothing Could Launch AI Smart Glasses, New Earbuds in Expansion Push

Nothing is developing AI-powered smart glasses and earbuds, focusing on personalized experiences rather than full augmented reality capabilities.
Wellness
fromBusiness Matters
5 days ago

Interview: The Light System on Building a New Category in Wellness Technology

The Light System combines light technology and holistic health to enhance wellness through energy system engagement.
#samsung
Wearables
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

Samsung's new app claims to alleviate motion sickness using sound

Samsung's Hearapy app claims to reduce motion sickness symptoms using sound through headphones.
Wearables
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

Samsung's new app claims to alleviate motion sickness using sound

Samsung's Hearapy app claims to reduce motion sickness symptoms using sound through headphones.
E-Commerce
fromZDNET
5 days ago

Best Amazon Big Spring Sale headphone deals 2026 - last chance to save

The Amazon Spring Sale offers discounts on premium headphones and earbuds, including the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (Gen 2).
#bone-conduction-headphones
fromThe Verge
4 days ago
Wearables

The Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 are now at their lowest price in months

Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 headphones offer improved sound quality, comfort, and battery life, making them ideal for outdoor workouts.
fromKotaku
2 months ago
Exercise

Shokz OpenRun Pro Headphones Keep You Aware While You Listen, Now 39% Off at Amazon - Kotaku

Bone-conduction headphones like the Shokz OpenRun Pro deliver open-ear audio, safety awareness, and comfortable secure fit for outdoor runs, currently discounted on Amazon.
Wearables
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

The Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 are now at their lowest price in months

Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 headphones offer improved sound quality, comfort, and battery life, making them ideal for outdoor workouts.
fromKotaku
2 months ago
Exercise

Shokz OpenRun Pro Headphones Keep You Aware While You Listen, Now 39% Off at Amazon - Kotaku

Gadgets
fromEngadget
1 week ago

Sennheiser's owners want to sell its consumer headphone business

Sonova is divesting Sennheiser's consumer audio division to refocus on Hearing Care after less than five years of ownership.
Wearables
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

Nothing's AI devices plan reportedly contains smart glasses and earbuds | TechCrunch

Nothing is set to release smart glasses next year, featuring AI capabilities and a multi-device strategy beyond smartphones.
E-Commerce
fromConsequence
1 week ago

The Best Noise-Canceling Headphone Deals from Sony, Bose, and Beats for Amazon's Big Spring Sale

Amazon's Big Spring Sale offers significant discounts on premium noise-canceling headphones from Sony, Bose, and Beats until March 31st.
fromInsideHook
2 weeks ago

Study Shows Hazardous Materials in Headphones Across Europe

All of the headphones studied contained hazardous substances, including bisphenols, phthalates, and flame retardants. The study notes that these findings do not pose a threat to people using these headphones in the immediate future, but goes on to observe that repeated exposure to the substances mentioned above pose a long-term risk to public health.
Health
Medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

How a vacuum cleaner turned the other way' became a popular solution to snoring disorders

Obstructive sleep apnea is a serious medical condition causing breathing interruptions during sleep, often preceded by snoring, requiring diagnosis and treatment with devices like CPAP machines.
Wearables
fromWIRED
6 days ago

The Best Earplugs We Tested with Dubstep, Punk Rock, and Snoring Spouses

Earplugs are essential for protecting hearing and enhancing experiences in both sleeping and loud environments.
Wearables
fromWIRED
1 week ago

I've Tested Over 100 Pairs of Noise-Canceling Buds, and These Are My Favorite

Active noise canceling uses technology to suppress environmental sounds by generating opposite sound waves.
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

On World Hearing Day 2026: From Communities to Classrooms, Designing for Inclusion

The design of classrooms, childcare facilities, community centers, and public spaces directly shapes how sound is perceived, how communication unfolds, and how inclusion is experienced. Acoustics, spatial configuration, lighting strategies, and material choices can either reinforce barriers to participation or foster environments that support diverse auditory experiences.
Education
Music production
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

People think you're old if you need a hearing aid': Pete Tong on ageing, all-nighters and hearing loss

Pete Tong continues his 35-year BBC Radio 1 career at 65, now raising awareness about hearing loss as an occupational hazard for DJs and aging ravers.
Wearables
fromGadgets 360
1 week ago

Ultrahuman Ring Pro Returns to US Market After Oura Patent Dispute

Ultrahuman Ring Pro is now cleared for sale in the US after a patent dispute, available for pre-order with various pricing options.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

World Hearing Day Normalizes Me

I didn't want to get hearing devices because, to me, there was a horrible stigma. People who wore hearing aids were doddering. They didn't listen, they said, 'what, what,' over and over. Worse, the hearing aid would make this squealing sound. I worried that it was the beginning of the end of me.
Medicine
#earbuds
fromWIRED
1 week ago
Wearables

Our Favorite Budget Earbuds Are Literally $19

JLab Go Pop ANC earbuds offer impressive features and performance for just $19, making them a great budget option for gym use.
fromElite Traveler
2 months ago
Wearables

Ear Cuff or AI Tech Accessory? The Evolution of Wearable Audio

Earbuds are evolving into visible, jewelry-like, modular accessories prioritizing wearability and interchangeable design over invisible, sealed tech.
Wearables
fromWIRED
1 week ago

Our Favorite Budget Earbuds Are Literally $19

JLab Go Pop ANC earbuds offer impressive features and performance for just $19, making them a great budget option for gym use.
Wearables
fromMedium
1 week ago

AR glasses are here, but what about accessibility?

AR glasses are becoming lighter and more comfortable, enhancing user experience and accessibility as technology rapidly develops.
fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

AI glasses that can help dementia patients live independently

The glasses, developed over ten years, can guide people living with early-stage dementia through daily activities by identifying everyday objects and providing audio commentary and putting up visual prompts.
Wearables
Public health
fromWIRED
1 month ago

You Can Test for STIs at Home. But Should You?

At-home STI tests offer privacy and convenience but can be expensive, risk inaccurate self-collected samples, and may still require clinic visits for treatment or confirmation.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

What if most medications were sold over-the-counter?

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is reportedly mulling whether more prescription drugs should be sold over the counter (OTC) at pharmacies. In an interview on Wednesday, FDA commissioner Martin Makary told CNBC that everything should be over the counter except drugs that are deemed unsafe or addictive or that require clinical monitoring. Makary said the agency is reviewing how it decides which drugs can be sold with or without a prescription from a health care practitioner.
Healthcare
Wearables
fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

AO rivals tech giants Apple & Sony with first noise-cancelling earbuds

AO's affordable noise cancelling earbuds effectively block background noise up to 35 decibels with 32-hour battery life, performing well for commuting despite occasional struggles in wind and bumpy transport.
#hearing-loss
Wellness
fromEsquire
1 month ago

5 White Noise Machines That Will Make You Sleep Better

Noise colors differ by frequency emphasis: white is flat; pink emphasizes lows; brown deeper lows; blue/violet emphasize highs; green mid-range; gray matches perceived loudness.
Gadgets
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Every Single Headphone That Researchers Tested Contained Horrifying Chemicals

Many consumer headphones contain hazardous chemicals like BPA, phthalates, and flame retardants that can migrate to skin and pose long-term health risks.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
3 weeks ago

This ring-like wearable speaker has integrated magnetic earbuds for on-demand personal audio - Yanko Design

The ring-like portable speaker has a lanyard that lets users hook it onto a backpack or simply carry it around the wrist. Another option is to wear it around the neck, turning the device into a personal stereo system that surrounds the user with sound while remaining lightweight and portable.
Wearables
#headphones
Remodel
fromSocial Media Explorer
2 months ago

The 10-Point Home Accessibility Audit - Social Media Explorer

Prioritize accessibility in home design through safety audits, focusing on bathroom safety, accessible thresholds, improved lighting, and lever-style hardware to support aging in place.
Apple
fromZDNET
1 month ago

My AirPods wouldn't stay in my ears - these $20 eartips brought me freedom

Memory foam AirPods Pro ear inserts solved persistent fit issues, enabling secure movement while retaining automatic device switching and effective noise cancellation.
Mental health
fromHarvard Gazette
2 months ago

Need a cheaper, more accessible, private OCD treatment? There's an app for that. - Harvard Gazette

A CBT-based smartphone app, Perspectives, shows promise in expanding access to effective OCD treatment and addressing provider shortages.
#openai
Gadgets
fromWIRED
2 months ago

These Sub-$300 Hearing Aids From Lizn Have a Painful Fit

Lizn Hearpieces combine hearing aid and earbud features yet have a large, heavy in‑ear design that can be difficult to fit and painful to use.
Wearables
fromGadgets 360
1 month ago

Truke TruClips With Open-Ear Design Launched in India: See Price, Features

Truke launched TruClips, an open-ear clip-on wireless headset in India priced at Rs. 1,999, featuring spatial audio, quad microphones, and 55 hours total battery life.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Elehear's New Delight Hearing Aids Have a Marvelous Fit but Lackluster Sound

Delight hearing aids include many app features but deliver poor hearing clarity, weak bass streaming, unreliable app connectivity, and ineffective performance in noisy environments.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Stroke survivors trial new at-home tech: 'It's given me my freedom back'

"I heard a pop in my head, like a big bubble," she said. "I tried to scream, but it wasn't a normal scream. I knew something wasn't right."
Medicine
Wearables
fromgizmodo.com
1 month ago

Nothing Headphone A Review: A Little More Colorful and a Little Less Good

Nothing's Headphone A offers budget-friendly over-ear wireless headphones with extended battery life and vibrant color options, but delivers compromised audio quality compared to the premium Headphone 1 model.
fromFortune
1 month ago

This CEO wants to do for hearing aids what she helped do for shapewear at Spanx | Fortune

Laurie Ann Goldman, who helped turn Spanx into a global powerhouse as CEO before moving on to run Avon and Tupperware, is now CEO of Audien Hearing. In an exclusive interview with Fortune ahead of today's announcement, the veteran brand builder talked about her plans to scale the over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aid brand, currently used by more than 1.5 million customers.
Health
#assistive-technology
#open-ear-earbuds
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

The new treatment giving people their voices back

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections into scarred vocal cords can promote regeneration, improve voice projection, and offer a potentially cheaper, longer-lasting treatment for vocal damage.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Why I'm not buying 'AI earbuds' until they have these 3 specific upgrades

AI earbuds currently lack essential hardware and features—on-device AI, integrated Wi‑Fi, and smarter noise reduction—to become independent, intelligent devices.
Wearables
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Ultrahuman bets on redesigned smart ring to win back U.S. market after Oura dispute | TechCrunch

Ultrahuman launched Ring Pro with 15-day battery life and redesigned form to overcome Oura patent dispute blocking U.S. imports since October 2025.
#bone-conduction
fromWIRED
2 months ago
Gadgets

Listen to Music Through Your Cheekbones With the Best Bone Conduction Headphones

fromKotaku
2 months ago
Gadgets

Shokz Starts Open-Ear Sports Headphone Clearance With OpenRun Pro Bone-Conduction Headphones at Their Lowest Price Since Launch - Kotaku

fromKotaku
1 month ago
Gadgets

SHOKZ Puts Its OpenRun Bone Conduction Headphones on Clearance at a Record Low - Kotaku

fromWIRED
2 months ago
Gadgets

Listen to Music Through Your Cheekbones With the Best Bone Conduction Headphones

fromKotaku
2 months ago
Gadgets

Shokz Starts Open-Ear Sports Headphone Clearance With OpenRun Pro Bone-Conduction Headphones at Their Lowest Price Since Launch - Kotaku

fromKotaku
1 month ago
Gadgets

SHOKZ Puts Its OpenRun Bone Conduction Headphones on Clearance at a Record Low - Kotaku

Gadgets
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

'Wellness' feels like it's losing all meaning in health tech

Oura is lobbying for a 'digital health screener' exemption to relax FDA oversight for low-risk wearable health features, highlighting regulatory ambiguity and enforcement challenges.
Gadgets
fromGadgets 360
2 months ago

Best Earbuds Under Rs 3,000 in India You Can Buy Right Now

Affordable true wireless earbuds under Rs. 3,000 now offer improved sound, active noise cancellation, long battery life, fast charging, and app support.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

The Shokz OpenFit Air earbuds are matching their all-time low price

Shokz OpenFit Air open-ear earbuds use air conduction for improved bass, offer ear-hook comfort, six-hour battery, IP55 water resistance, discounted to $79.95.
fromwww.wired.com
2 months ago

Our Favorite Earbuds for Most People Are Over 25 Percent Off

Our favorite wireless earbuds for most people, the Nothing Ear (a), are marked down to just $79 in all three colors - black, white, and yellow - a healthy discount from the already affordable $109 price point. They have an excellent, open audio profile, top tier touch controls, and impressive noise canceling for such a small pair of earbuds. Beyond the excellent price point, the Nothing Ear (a) offer a surprisingly complete package.
Gadgets
Wearables
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Oticon's Zeal Raises the Bar for In-the-Ear Hearing Aids-and the Price

Oticon Zeal are ultra-small, lightweight, non-custom in-ear hearing aids with excellent, balanced sound, good streaming and battery life, but are expensive and tricky to fit.
fromKotaku
2 months ago

Anker P20i Wireless Earbuds Are 50% Off on Amazon, Apple Is Facing Real Competition - Kotaku

Soundcore by Anker's P20i wireless earbuds feature an ultra-compact in-ear design that fits inside a pocketable charging case and delivers powerful, enhanced bass. Utilizing oversized 10mm dynamic drivers that maintain strong low-frequency performance, these earbuds deliver an overall rich experience when listening to music, watching videos, or listening to podcasts for the price. The wireless connection to your smartphone or tablet is handled via Bluetooth 5.3, providing a consistent audio signal as you move about.
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Gadgets
fromGadgets 360
2 months ago

Philips Launches New Soundbars, Speakers and Headphones in India

Philips launched five new audio products in India across soundbars, Bluetooth speakers, and wired headphones, targeting casual users and audio enthusiasts with varied features and price points.
fromZDNET
2 months ago

I have no problem ditching my AirPods for these earbuds - especially at this affordable price

While the dial is still present, it isn't functional and is only present as a signature CMF design element. The absence of the Smart Dial feature doesn't bother me since I seldom used it on the Pro model. The overall case build has a textured but slightly slippery finish. I've dropped it a couple of times because it keeps slipping out of my hands, but I haven't noticed any wear and tear due to my accidental drops.
Gadgets
fromEngadget
2 months ago

Shokz OpenFit Pro review: Reducing distractions while keeping your ears open

I tend to find them underwhelming because overall sound quality is subpar compared to the more "traditional" in-ear models. Any promise of noise reduction, or a far-fetched claim of noise cancellation, usually doesn't hold true. The first time I used the Shokz OpenFit Pro ($249.95) I was immediately met with better audio performance than I'd just experienced on Sony's new LinkBuds Clip and noise reduction technology that actually lessened some distractions.
Wearables
#jlab
#eeg-earbuds
fromKotaku
2 months ago

Bose Goes on ANC Headphone Clearance, New QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) Crash to an All-Time Low - Kotaku

The Bose New QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds feature an Active Noise Control system and an immersive audio system, and they fit well for extended periods. They also include soft ear tips that seal against the ear to eliminate ambient noise, but do not feel too tight. These earbuds feature Bluetooth compatibility for phones, tablets, laptops, and other devices. Additionally, the earbuds have a white smoke finish, have touch controls, and a compact charging case that is small enough to carry in a pocket.
Wearables
fromGadgets 360
2 months ago

Nothing Headphone (a) Price, Colour Options, and Launch Timeline Leaked

Nothing is reportedly preparing to launch a new pair of over-ear headphones, as part of the company's plans to launch more over-ear headphones in 2026 following the strong performance of the Nothing Headphone 1. Recent leaks suggest the company is working on a more affordable model aimed at expanding its audio lineup. The upcoming headphones are expected to target a wider audience with more affordable pricing, multiple colour options, and a global launch strategy, while details about features and specifications remain limited for now.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
2 months ago

The email from Bose that should have made me angry - but turned me into a fan instead

Bose SoundTouch was first launched in 2013, with prices ranging from $399-$1,500. During the initial launch, it was announced that support for the devices would last for 13 years. That time has come. Bose SoundTouch announced in October 2025 (via an email) that all SoundTouch speakers would become "dumb" speakers on Feb. 18, 2026. Once that date hits, the speakers will stop receiving updates (including those for security), and the only way they will work will be via HDMI, Aux, or Bluetooth connections.
Gadgets
fromNature
1 month ago

Self-powered vibration sensor for wearable health care and voice detection

When people breathe, speak, sing or clear their throats, their bodies are in constant motion. Air flowing through the lungs, the oscillation of vocal folds in the throat and the rhythmic expansion of the chest all produce tiny vibrations that carry valuable information about physiology and health. However, constructing a device that can capture all of these physiological signals has remained a challenge.
Wearables
Gadgets
fromKotaku
2 months ago

Beats Pill Is Now the Most Affordable Way to Get an Apple Portable Bluetooth Speaker After a New Year Price Cut - Kotaku

Beats Pill Bluetooth speaker discounted to $100 at Amazon, offering portable design, deep bass, USB-C lossless audio, clear vocals, and pairable stereo/Amplify modes.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Few pairs of budget earbuds deliver like Nothing's Ear (a), which are down to $59

Nothing Ear (a) earbuds are on sale for $59, matching their lowest price, while other Nothing headphones and earbuds also hit record low prices.
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

New open-style earbuds are coming from JBL in 2026

JBL has announced wide availability of three new open-style earbuds in early 2026. The JBL Sense Pro and Sense Lite join the original Sense, which came out in 2024. The new Sense Pro and Lite use JBL's OpenSound technology, support Dual Connect and Fast Pair, have an adjustable ear hook for better comfort, and allow for touch control customization through the JBL app.
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fromKotaku
1 month ago

This Sony Soundbar Sees a Final Price Drop Before the Super Bowl, Now as Cheap as Budget Earbuds - Kotaku

Sony S100F 2.0ch soundbar delivers clearer TV audio with bass-reflex, tweeters, voice enhancement, virtual surround, Bluetooth streaming, and simple one-cable setup without needing a subwoofer.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
2 months ago

I compared Sony and Bose's most polarizing earbuds on the market - and this model wins big

Sony's LinkBuds Clip provides universally comfortable, affordable open-ear listening with a size-agnostic clip cushion and awareness-focused sound, improving fit over previous LinkBuds.
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