The Soundcore Motion 300 is Anker’s answer to Bose’s excellent SoundLink Flex Bluetooth speaker (which typically sells for around $150, but is currently going for $129). The Soundcore Motion 300 is around the same size as the Bose, and while it doesn’t sound quite as good, it packs an impressive punch for its compact size — and the best … Read more
Think about the last time you saw a person lugging around a Bluetooth speaker and thought to yourself, “Dang, that person looks cool. I want to listen to whatever they’re listening to!” If you have no such memory, you’re not to blame, and you’re certainly not alone. Many portable speakers are dorky hunks of plastic … Read more
I’ve been covering hearing aids for WIRED for nearly three years now, and I regularly talk to users and prospects about them when I wear them in public. Regardless of what I’m testing, one brand name has consistently and repeatedly popped up during that time: Jabra. The Danish brand has a long history making a … Read more
as march flies by, you might be itching to get started on spring cleaning—especially with the start of the season only a few days away. Whether you’re looking forward to deep-cleaning your home or not, it’s a great excuse to upgrade your vacuum or add a new air purifier to your space. Below, we found … Read more
Tribit XSound Go: Despite being on the market for several years, the Tribit XSound Go remains one of the top Bluetooth speakers for the money. Besides sounding decent for streaming your favorite music and more, this affordable Bluetooth speaker is also fully waterproof. It has had some small upgrades over the years. Anker Motion Boom: … Read more
Artie Beaty/ZDNET Back in the beginning of 2024, ZDNET detailed WowMouse, an Android app that lets you use your smartwatch instead of a Bluetooth mouse on a tablet, phone, laptop, or PC. At its introduction, the app was available for most WearOS devices, including Samsung Galaxy Watch models. However, Google’s very own Pixel Watches were … Read more
The world isn’t short of options when it comes to picking a great Bluetooth speaker, but some of these speakers do have a secret weapon: being waterproof. Such speakers are perfect for heading to the beach, lounging around the pool or just using outside when the weather isn’t great. And even if you don’t think … Read more
The Soundcore Motion X500 is portable and powerful. Jack Wallen/ZDNETZDNET’s key takeawaysThe Anker Soundcore Motion X500 is available now on Amazon for $170.Brilliant, on-the-go sound capable of pleasing even discerning ears, 12 hours of playtime, and an app that is simple to use for custom equalization.The EQ presets aren’t nearly as impressive as they could … Read more
Who it’s for: Some people want a Bluetooth speaker that’s first and foremost a way to listen to music, and some people want a better audio experience than other run-of-the-mill smart speakers might be able to manage. If you fall in the later group, we recommend the Sonos Move. Why we picked this: This durable, … Read more
Since CES 2024, we have seen this adorable little bright orange (Leuchtorange, to be exact) device everywhere. Despite all the hype, many are still confused about what it is, who it’s for, and why it couldn’t have just been an app. Hey Google, Where Did My Watch’s Battery Life Go? What Exactly is the Rabbit … Read more