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2024 Spotify Wrapped Has Arrived: Here's How To Find Yours

staff@slashgear.com (Mahnoor Faisal) — Wed, 04 Dec 2024 16:19:24 +0000

Spotify released 2024 Wrapped a few days later than usual this year but it's finally here. Here's how to find it and all the new stuff it can do.

How To See Spotify Stats: Know Your Streaming Habits Before 'Wrapped' Drops Each Year

staff@slashgear.com (Mahnoor Faisal) — Sun, 24 Nov 2024 12:15:03 +0000

Spotify Wrapped is always a big event, but there are other third-party tools that can shed more light on your listening habits before the end of the year.

These Failed Formats Tried To Be The Next Audio CD, But Never Made It

staff@slashgear.com (David Bixenspan) — Sat, 16 Nov 2024 15:45:03 +0000

DVD Audio and Sony's SACD were poised to be the next big thing for audiophiles, but both formats failed spectacularly once they hit the market.

6 Of The Highest-Rated Outdoor Speakers You Can Find On Amazon

staff@slashgear.com (Mark LoProto) — Sat, 16 Nov 2024 13:45:53 +0000

A good outdoor speaker can be the difference between a cool backyard party and one where everyone struggles to hear. Here are the best we found on Amazon.

10 Cheaper Alternatives To Audible Every Audio Book Listener Should Know About

staff@slashgear.com (Mike Bedard) — Sat, 09 Nov 2024 19:30:38 +0000

Love listening to audiobooks, but tired of shelling all your dollars out to Amazon every month? These cheaper alternatives to Audible could have what you need.

How To Sync Your Apple Music Library Across Devices

staff@slashgear.com (Adnan Ahmed) — Mon, 04 Nov 2024 17:00:58 +0000

If you own multiple Apple devices, or even Windows or Android devices, you can sync your Apple Music library across all of them. Here's how.

Used CDs: How A Controversial Product Disrupted The Music Industry

staff@slashgear.com (David Bixenspan) — Fri, 01 Nov 2024 01:15:35 +0000

While the CD market may seem like a blip in audio history, it created quite a stir in the market in the 1990s.

Yamaha HS7 Vs. HS8: What's The Difference Between These Two Studio Monitors?

staff@slashgear.com (Max Miller) — Wed, 16 Oct 2024 17:15:02 +0000

Both the Yamaha HS7 and HS8 are solid studio speakers for people serious about music production, but they do differ in a few important ways.

Sonos Arc Ultra Soundbar Promises Double The Bass, But Is It Wasted On Movies?

staff@slashgear.com (David Bixenspan) — Tue, 15 Oct 2024 16:09:07 +0000

Sonos developed its new soundbar alongside audio specialists from both music and movie industries, but we have to wonder which the tuning will benefit more.

Apple Says The iPod Nano Is Officially Dead: Here's Are The Best Alternatives

staff@slashgear.com (Nadeem Sarwar) — Wed, 09 Oct 2024 12:25:39 +0000

Portable music players like Apple's iPod Nano seem like a thing of the past, but some companies are still producing solid alternatives.

10 Of The Best Over Ear Headphones You Can Buy, Ranked

staff@slashgear.com (Joe Hindy) — Sun, 06 Oct 2024 18:30:36 +0000

You may picture just one thing when you think of over-ear headphones, but the category actually has a ton of variation. Here are some of the best you can get.

Sony LinkBuds Open & Fit First Look: AirPods Rivals Count On Fit To Make The Difference

staff@slashgear.com (Chris Davies) — Tue, 01 Oct 2024 16:00:00 +0000

Updates to Sony's LinkBuds for this year mainly bring improvements to overall in-ear stability, along with software improvements and new color options.

Which Milwaukee Jobsite Speaker Is The Loudest

staff@slashgear.com (Cody D. Campbell) — Sat, 28 Sep 2024 15:15:48 +0000

If you've already got Milwaukee tools on your jobsite, these radios will get your team listening to music easily and quickly, but loud is a different tale.

Do AirPods Work With Android Phones?

staff@slashgear.com (Marinel Sigue) — Wed, 25 Sep 2024 10:15:29 +0000

Apple's AirPods line are some of the best earbuds you can buy for a reasonable price, but if you have Android, you might as well not bother, right? Not so.

Here's What Sony's Confusing Names For Headphones Really Mean

staff@slashgear.com (Patrick Phillips) — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 20:45:14 +0000

If you're shopping for headphones, you've almost certainly seen a Sony product with a confusing name. Fortunately, they're surprisingly easy to decipher.

How To Check AirPods Battery Levels On An Android Phone

staff@slashgear.com (Marinel Sigue) — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 18:45:55 +0000

Apple's AirPods are some of the most impressive audio devices on the market, but something as simple as checking the battery can sometimes be a chore.

Lost Your Beats Headphones? Here's How To Track Them Down

staff@slashgear.com (Lynnae Williams) — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 15:15:20 +0000

There's nothing more frustrating than losing your expensive headphones. Fortunately for Beats owners, Apple provides multiple ways to find lost headphones.

How To Clean Vinyl Records Without Breaking The Bank

staff@slashgear.com (David Bixenspan) — Tue, 17 Sep 2024 11:15:30 +0000

While the format continues to regain popularity, collecting vinyl can still be an expensive hobby. Here is how you can keep your records clean on a budget.

6 Apps That Play Hi-Res Audio At Full Quality On Android

staff@slashgear.com (David Bixenspan) — Sat, 14 Sep 2024 20:45:59 +0000

Android has a rocky history with high-resolution audio. Depending on your device, it might still be an issue. Here are the best apps for high-quality playback.

AirPods 4th Gen Vs 3rd Gen: What's New And Is It Worth Upgrading?

staff@slashgear.com (Jam Kotenko) — Tue, 10 Sep 2024 01:26:02 +0000

After almost three years since the release 3rd generation Airpods, the 4th generation models are here.