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Jun92019 by James LongmanNo Comments

Bluetooth Multipoint Pairing Explained

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Bluetooth technology has been present for so many years and it has become an integral part of our lives. We are constantly using it without even thinking about the way it works or how much it makes our lives easier. The youngest generations were born after the introduction of Bluetooth and this is the reason why they think of it as of something completely natural. Bluetooth is a very interesting technology and it hasn’t stopped developing during all these years and decades, so let’s say a few words about its working principle. Bluetooth technology can be described as one of the technologies enabling wireless communication within a relatively short range, as the connection remains stable within the 30-40 feet range on average. Bluetooth technology development enabled us to establish wire

May102019 by James LongmanNo Comments

Best Bone Conduction Audio Sunglasses & Bluetooth Audio Sunglasses

Headphones

A few months ago, we have presented to you our selection of the best bone conduction headphones, and now, it’s time for bone conduction audio sunglasses. The market is not actually flooded with these glasses and that’s an understatement. To be completely honest, there are only a few decent models out there. In order to give you more options, we have decided to enrich our selection with some Bluetooth audio sunglasses (which look similar to bone conduction glasses but work in a different way) and some upcoming smart glasses (all of them feature bone conduction technology). So, just to be clear, the first three models on the list are bone conduction glasses, the next four are Bluetooth audio glasses, and all the upcoming releases are also bone conduction glasses. What Are Bone Conduction T

May52019 by James LongmanNo Comments

RHA S500i Review

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If you are tired of unreliable cheap Bluetooth earbuds and you are considering some old-fashioned wired solutions, RHA S500i could be just the thing you need. They are compact, small, durable, comfortable, they offer decent and reliable performance and, on top of all that, they are quite affordable. RHA is a well-known British headphone manufacturer. You have probably heard of their more expensive in-ear monitors like T20 or T20i or their wireless earbuds like MA650 and MA750. Unlike those models, RHA S500i earbuds are much smaller, more compact, and sharper-looking. S500i earbuds are specially designed for iPhones but there is also the Android version called RHA S500 Universal. The only difference between the two versions is in the controls. RHA S500i earbuds feature more convenient 3...

Apr152019 by James LongmanNo Comments

What is True Wireless Stereo Technology (TWS)?

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When you look at the audio department of any store, you can’t help yourself but think that there is nothing else to invent, that we have seen it all. However, the real fans of audio equipment are looking forward to the full development of the newest wireless technology that takes the entire listening experience to the next level. We say “the entire listening experience” because it’s not only about the performance and sound quality of your headphones and wireless speakers but also about the entire experience including the comfort at all levels. The technology is called “true wireless technology” (or TWS) and, in this article, we are going to try to introduce it to you and show you the world of untangled and uncluttered satisfaction filled with nothing but pure music. This technology hasn

Apr92019 by James LongmanNo Comments

Best Bluetooth 5.0 Headphones & Earbuds In 2019

Earbuds, Headphones

Bluetooth 5.0 is finally here and everybody wants to try those new earbuds and headphones featuring the latest Bluetooth version. Bluetooth 5.0 is supposed to improve sound quality, range, connectivity, and reliability and we were anxious to find out if all the stories about the latest Bluetooth version were true. The article in front of you and our list of the best Bluetooth 5.0 earbuds and headphones are the results of our testing of more than 20 latest earbud and headphone models. We have considered this topic important and we had to give our contribution and try to present all the benefits (and issues) of the latest Bluetooth 5.0 and give you our opinion on the currently available earbud and headphone models. If somebody would ask you to list the things that characterize the mod...

Apr32019 by James LongmanNo Comments

Sound Signatures – The Beginner’s Guide

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What are Sound Signatures? Whenever buying an audio device, we are not only hoping that it will last long but also that it will sound just the way we like it. No matter if we are buying headphones or speakers, if they are expensive or cheap, our hopes remain the same. We are constantly buying new devices different from the previous ones trying to find the one that will suit our needs and taste perfectly. Unfortunately, there’s one “small” problem – we don’t always know what we are searching for and this makes our search even more difficult. The perfect sound that we are trying to find is actually a specific sound signature and every pair of headphones and every speaker have their own. Whether we are going to like it or not depends on our subjective feeling. The headphones and speakers

May32019 by James LongmanNo Comments

MrSpeakers Ether 2 Review

Awards, Single Reviews

A few months ago, MrSpeakers introduced their latest flagship planar magnetic headphone model – Ether 2. If you are familiar with MrSpeakers headphones, you could assume that Ether 2 is just an upgrade of the previous Ether model but MrSpeakers Ether 2 is much more than a simple upgrade. The manufacturer completely changed the design, made a few important technical improvements, and tuned them in a way that’s not exactly typical for MrSpeakers headphones, but it’s very much pleasing. Ether 2 is a fusion of all the previous headphones made by MrSpeakers. Read our review if you want to find out more. Ether 2 it the latest headphone model from the Ether series. Ether Open (or Ether 1) headphones were introduced in 2015 and they were so fun to listen to. They delivered such a nice sense of

Mar262019 by James LongmanNo Comments

Vanatoo Transparent Zero Powered Speakers Review

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Vanatoo Transparent Zero speakers are one of the best small powered speakers on the market. We were quite impressed by the performance, sound quality, versatility, and overall price/quality ratio. If you are in the market looking for a pair of bookshelf/desktop speakers under $400, Vanatoo Transparent Zero must be on your shortlist. Read our in-depth review if you want to find out more. Transparent Zero comes from a small company called Vanatoo. Vanatoo was founded by two audio enthusiasts, Rick Kerner and Garry Gesellchen. Their first speaker, Vanatoo One, was a huge success and it was highly praised by the audiophile community. The only problem with Transparent One was the price. This speaker set was priced at $600, which doesn't make it the most expensive on the market, but it’s

Mar232019 by James Longman4 Comments

Creative Outlier ONE Bluetooth In-Ear Headphones Review

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Looking for a cheap pair of sports Bluetooth in-ear headphones for your workout sessions? Take a few minutes to read our review of Creative Outlier ONE Bluetooth in-ear headphones. These simple Bluetooth earbuds could be the right thing for you. Founded in 1981, Creative has more than 30 years of experience in making very good and very affordable digital entertainment equipment (PC and gaming equipment, speakers, headphones, etc.). Creative Outlier ONE in-ear headphones are one of the latest Creative’s products and one of the cheapest Bluetooth headphones ever made by Creative. Don’t let the price fool you – they are cheap but that doesn’t mean they are bad. Bluetooth earbuds were much more expensive a decade ago but you can now find a pretty decent and quite durable pair of in-ear

Mar192019 by James Longman10 Comments

9 Best Golf Cart Bluetooth Speakers In 2019

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Bluetooth speakers and Bluetooth headphones/earbuds have infiltrated almost every area of our life. We like having them in our homes, offices, backyards. We also like taking them outdoors and bringing them to picnics, parties, sporting events, etc. The golf course was one of the rare areas where speakers and headphones (basically, any kind of music) were absolutely forbidden, but even there, the rules are getting softer. Listening to music in order to eliminate distractions, especially during the official game, is still forbidden, but there are some cases and certain situations when you can play some quiet background music on the course or during the practice on the golf range. If you are looking for the best golf cart Bluetooth speaker for your golfing sessions, this is a great pla...