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AirPods vs the best wireless headphones for iPhone
Here are the best wireless headphones from Apple, Sony, Sennheiser, B&W, Bose and more, suitable for use with iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch and Macs.Macworld Podcast
Sounding off about the new HomePod
Just when you thought it was dead, the HomePod is back! We talk HomePod in this episode of the Macworld Podcast!Reviews
HomePod (2nd-gen) review: The song remains the same
Siri remains a bitterly sore point for an otherwise attractive smart speaker that's now less dominated by bass.Updated
AirPods Pro: Buy now or wait?
With the second-gen AirPods Pro out now, its a good time to buy.Reviews
HomePod vs HomePod mini: Small size or big sound?
Apple is once again selling a larger HomePod alongside its mini model. Here's how the two speakers stack up against each other.Best Picks
Best Mac for music production
Wondering which Mac to get for making music? We compare the current offerings from AppleMacworld Podcast
Macworld Podcast: What's cool about the AirPods Pro and Apple Watch Series 8
Apple’s new AirPods Pro have arrived! We also take a close look at the new Apple Watch Series 8 in this episode of the Macworld Podcast.Reviews
AirPods Pro 2022 review: It's what's on the inside that counts
The new second-generation AirPods Pro look and feel nearly identical to the old model, but deliver a surprising leap in quality and features.Best Picks
AirPods vs AirPods Pro: Which is right for your ears?
Don't know whether to buy the AirPods (2nd gen), AirPods (3rd gen), or AirPods Pro (2nd gen)? Here's how they stack up.Best Picks
Best AirPods 2022: Which AirPods are best?
Wondering what AirPods to buy? We compare AirPods vs AirPods Pro, explain which AirPods are best, which are the most recent, and what the differences are in our AirPods Buying Guide.Best Picks
Best music software for Mac
We've rounded up the best audio recording software for Mac, whether you are in a studio or at home these apps are worth a listen.Updated
Best wireless earbuds: Free yourself from the tyranny of cords
We put popular Bluetooth wireless and true wireless earbud models through their paces to find the best in the bunch.Best Picks
The Best Beats Headphones For 2022
With many pairs to choose from, we review and rank Beats headphonesReviews
Universal Audio Volt 276 Studio Pack review: Easy audio for budding broadcasters
A studio/podcast pack for budding podcasters that can shave loads of time off your productions.Best Picks
AirPods Pro vs Beats Fit Pro: Six reasons to skip Apple's pricey earbuds
Apple's best AirPods aren't AirPods at all. (But they kind of are.)Mac Gems
Airfoil review: Sheer delight in streaming audio to any device
Solo or to multiples, Airfoil lets you point your Mac’s audio output where you want to nearly any connected or networked device.Reviews
Beats Fit Pro review: Better than AirPods Pro
You get all the features of AirPods Pro with better fit, sound, and battery life. And they cost less, too.Reviews
AirPods (3rd generation) review: The upgrade we've been waiting for
With better sound, fit, and features, the third-gen AirPods are the upgrade you've been waiting for.Reviews
AirPods 3 (2021) review: Great-sounding, long-lasting
Improved battery life and water resistance, support for Spatial Audio and Find My… Apple's new AirPods have lots of pluses.Reviews