As someone who loves music and is frequently in very loud cities like Hong Kong, Bangkok and downtown Los Angeles, I have earbuds in my ear probably more than half of my waking hours. The type of ...

This article was published in Scientific American’s former blog network and reflects the views of the author, not necessarily those of Scientific American After doing a lot of plane travel with the ...

Hundreds of phones are ringing and agents are talking to customers and banging away on keyboards at once; there’s constant background noise from office equipment ...

How do you tell a story about a noise cancellation feature? You don’t start with specs or features. You start with the person using it. With the feeling. With the need to quiet the world just enough ...

​​Noise-cancelling headphones have gone from a nice-to-have gadget to an everyday staple for a lot of people. If you’ve ever tried to read, work, or relax while the bus rumbles or someone takes a call ...

I tested Soundcore’s hybrid open-ear headphones and the results are in ...

Which noise-canceling headphones for kids are best? Noise-canceling headphones are popular with adults, especially fans of music, but kids can enjoy the benefits of noise reduction, too. A pair of ...

We compared six wireless headphones designed for commuters and office users, focusing on noise control, comfort, battery life, and everyday usability to help you stay focused anywhere. Six top ...