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Digital Trends
2 hours ago
- Digital Trends
At $120 off, the most comfortable noise-canceling headphones are now at a comfortable price
One of the best things about wearing noise-canceling headphones is the great deal of comfort they bring when in loud, chaotic environments. However, they need to really fit around your head to get that seal, which can lead to some comfort issues. If you're the type that wants to float away into your music or studies, then the Sonos Ace are your absolute best bet, and they are the headphones we consider to be the overall best noise-canceling headphones for comfort. Unfortunately, they're usually $449, the same price as the brand new Sony WH-1000XM6. Now, however, in a deal you can find at any major retailer, they're discounted by $120, making them just $329. Tap the appropriate button below to make your purchase or keep reading to see just how comfortable the Sonos Ace are, and learn about the special link they have with the best soundbar Sonos makes. Why you should buy the Sonos Ace Looking through our guide to the best headphones with noise-canceling you might expect the Sonos Ace to be the lightest of them all, considering they're considered the most comfortable. At 11 ounces, however, they are not even close to the 8.8 ounces that multiple noise-cancellers are down to. It all comes down to excellent padding and what our Sonos Ace review will remind you is a delicate balance between clamping force and pressure. Your ears will stay cool, not stuffy, while wearing these headphones, too. And while our review says that the area where the Sonos Ace 'truly shine' is comfort and simplicity, it's also worth pointing out their one true special feature. (That they have a good transparency mode, tactile controls, and a 30 hour battery life shouldn't surprise you at this price.) They have a TV Audio Swap feature with select Sonos soundbars, such as the Sonos Arc or Sonos Arc Ultra. This feature takes the full-on Dolby Atmos surround sound and spatial audio of your soundbar and ports it to your headset — perfect for when you notice the spouse or little one nodding off on the couch. We're not sure how long the Sonos Ace are going to be $120 off, making them $329 instead of $449, but we're happy to see the deal while it lasts. This is a deal that just about every retailer is taking advantage of, so you should be able to take your pick based on your memberships, gift cards, or other reasons — just tap the appropriate button below to shop. If the deal is off, or the Sonos Ace aren't to your liking, check out these other fresh headphone deals for more great offers.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Soundcore Liberty 5: Revolutionizing Voice-Canceling with Adaptive ANC 3.0 and Dolby Audio
Top 3 Global Wireless Audio Brand[1] Unveils Next-Gen Travel-Ready Earbuds MANILA, Philippines, May 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Soundcore, the premium audio brand under Anker Innovations and ranked third globally in wireless headphone shipments, today launched its groundbreaking product, the Liberty 5 in the Philippines. Positioned as its "Best Voice Noise Canceling Earbuds," this new model combines state-of-the-art Adaptive ANC 3.0 and Dolby audio, offering an immersive listening experience. The slogan "Liberty On, Noise Off" encapsulates its goal of providing a quiet journey for modern travelers. From Startup to Global Dominance in 8 Years Since its establishment in 2017, Soundcore has disrupted a market long dominated by decades-old legacy brands. In just eight years, it has ascended to the top 3 globally. "Soundcore's top 3 global position is a testament to Anker Innovations' mission: Ignite possibilities through ultimate innovation," said Leon Wu, General Manager of Southeast Asia at Anker Innovations." True leadership means putting users first. Through strategic collaboration across our ecosystem—from Anker Innovations' charging breakthroughs to eufy's smart home intelligence—we create technology solutions that adapt to life, not the other way around." After the Liberty 4 series received a positive response from Southeast Asian consumers, soundcore launched the Liberty 5, a newly upgraded product that offers optimized audio clarity for commutes and travels. Enhanced Noise Reduction: Twice the Human Voice Cancellation Power The Liberty 5's Adaptive ANC 3.0 algorithm combines a unique acoustic chamber design and advanced processing to deliver twice the voice suppression power of previous models[2]. By targeting the 300Hz–3kHz vocal frequency range, where speech energy is most concentrated, the system selectively reduces voice frequencies while scanning the environment 180 times per minute for real-time adjustments[3]. This ensures a quiet journey on trains and subways. During phone calls, all six microphones are activated to capture clear voice input while filtering out background noise. Cinematic Sound for Every Adventure The Liberty 5 delivers a theater-like audio experience, powered by Dolby Audio technology. Users can customize their listening environments through the Soundcore app, choosing from three pre-tuned modes: Music, Movie, and Podcast, to optimize sound profiles according to the content type. The earbuds are equipped with a new 9.2mm wool-paper composite driver that minimizes distortion, achieving three times the clarity in mid and high frequencies compared to conventional true wireless systems[4]. Supported by LDAC high-resolution audio (with triple the bitrate of standard codecs) and Hi-Res Wireless Certification, it preserves studio-quality details across all music genres. Dual bass tube technology enhances low-end resonance by optimizing airflow, producing richer and more natural bass that seamlessly blends with the soundstage. Designed for Effortless Travel The Liberty 5's travel-oriented design features a slimmer, IP55-rated body, ensuring durability in humid climates. With just a ten-minute charge in the case, the earbuds can provide up to five hours of playtime, ensuring they are always ready to go. A quick 10-minute charge provides up to 5 hours of playtime, ensuring you're always ready on the go. The earbuds offer 12 hours of playtime with ANC off and 8 hours with ANC on, while the fully charged case and earbuds deliver a total of 48 hours (ANC off) or 32 hours (ANC on) of battery life. The Liberty 5 supports Bluetooth 5.4 for stable 15-meter connectivity and Google Fast Pair, enabling instant device pairing via a half-screen pop-up notification[5]. Its SnapCharge case also offers the convenience of wireless charging. Pricing and Availability The new Liberty 5 comes in five colors: Black, White, Blue, Apricot, and Champagne Gold. It will be available starting today on Shopee, Lazada, and from select retailers for PHP 5,995. About Soundcore Soundcore, an Anker Innovations brand, creates audio products that help spark emotions through music. This includes premium noise-cancelling TWS earbuds and headphones, smart wearable audio devices, and Bluetooth speakers. For more information, please visit About Anker Innovations Anker Innovations is a global leader in charging and home energy storage technology and a developer of unique, consumer electronic products that support premium audio, mobile entertainment and the emerging smart home space. This innovation is being led by its key brands: Anker, Anker SOLIX, AnkerWork, eufy, Nebula, and Soundcore. More information on Anker Innovations and its various brands can be found at [1] Source: Euromonitor International (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., 2024 global shipment volume of wireless headphones among audio brands (defined as brands with ≥75% revenue from audio equipment); wireless headphones include devices using Bluetooth or other wireless technologies. Research completed in March 2025. All references to "global top 3" in this article are based on these findings. [2],[3],[4],[5] Data based on internal lab testing. Results may vary under different conditions. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Anker Innovations Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
25-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Soundcore Liberty 5: Revolutionizing Voice-Canceling with Adaptive ANC 3.0 and Dolby Audio
Top 3 Global Wireless Audio Brand[1] Unveils Next-Gen Travel-Ready Earbuds SINGAPORE, May 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Soundcore, the premium audio brand under Anker Innovations and ranked third globally in wireless headphone shipments, today launched its groundbreaking product, the Liberty 5 in Singapore. Positioned as its "Best Voice Noise Canceling Earbuds," this new model combines state-of-the-art Adaptive ANC 3.0 and Dolby audio, offering an immersive listening experience. The slogan "Liberty On, Noise Off" encapsulates its goal of providing a quiet journey for modern travelers. From Startup to Global Dominance in 8 YearsSince its establishment in 2017, Soundcore has disrupted a market long dominated by decades-old legacy brands. In just eight years, it has ascended to the top 3 globally. "Soundcore's top 3 global position is a testament to Anker Innovations' mission: Ignite possibilities through ultimate innovation," said Leon Wu, General Manager of Southeast Asia at Anker Innovations." True leadership means putting users first. Through strategic collaboration across our ecosystem—from Anker Innovations' charging breakthroughs to eufy's smart home intelligence—we create technology solutions that adapt to life, not the other way around." After the Liberty 4 series received a positive response from Southeast Asian consumers, soundcore launched the Liberty 5, a newly upgraded product that offers optimized audio clarity for commutes and travels. Enhanced Noise Reduction: Twice the Human Voice Cancellation PowerThe Liberty 5's Adaptive ANC 3.0 algorithm combines a unique acoustic chamber design and advanced processing to deliver twice the voice suppression power of previous models[2]. By targeting the 300Hz–3kHz vocal frequency range, where speech energy is most concentrated, the system selectively reduces voice frequencies while scanning the environment 180 times per minute for real-time adjustments[3]. This ensures a quiet journey on trains and subways. During phone calls, all six microphones are activated to capture clear voice input while filtering out background noise. Cinematic Sound for Every AdventureThe Liberty 5 delivers a theater-like audio experience, powered by Dolby Audio technology. Users can customize their listening environments through the Soundcore app, choosing from three pre-tuned modes: Music, Movie, and Podcast, to optimize sound profiles according to the content type. The earbuds are equipped with a new 9.2mm wool-paper composite driver that minimizes distortion, achieving three times the clarity in mid and high frequencies compared to conventional true wireless systems[4]. Supported by LDAC high-resolution audio (with triple the bitrate of standard codecs) and Hi-Res Wireless Certification, it preserves studio-quality details across all music genres. Dual bass tube technology enhances low-end resonance by optimizing airflow, producing richer and more natural bass that seamlessly blends with the soundstage. Designed for Effortless TravelThe Liberty 5's travel-oriented design features a slimmer, IP55-rated body, ensuring durability in humid climates. With just a ten-minute charge in the case, the earbuds can provide up to five hours of playtime, ensuring they are always ready to go. A quick 10-minute charge provides up to 5 hours of playtime, ensuring you're always ready on the go. The earbuds offer 12 hours of playtime with ANC off and 8 hours with ANC on, while the fully charged case and earbuds deliver a total of 48 hours (ANC off) or 32 hours (ANC on) of battery life. The Liberty 5 supports Bluetooth 5.4 for stable 15-meter connectivity and Google Fast Pair, enabling instant device pairing via a half-screen pop-up notification[5]. Its SnapCharge case also offers the convenience of wireless charging. Pricing and AvailabilityThe new Liberty 5 comes in five colors: Black, White, Blue, Apricot, and Champagne Gold. It will be available starting today on Shopee, Lazada, and Tiktok, and from select retailers at SGD 179. Also, from 25th May to 22th June, the Liberty 5 has a special launch price of SGD 159. About SoundcoreSoundcore, an Anker Innovations brand, creates audio products that help spark emotions through music. This includes premium noise-cancelling TWS earbuds and headphones, smart wearable audio devices, and Bluetooth speakers. For more information, please visit About Anker InnovationsAnker Innovations is a global leader in charging and home energy storage technology and a developer of unique, consumer electronic products that support premium audio, mobile entertainment and the emerging smart home space. This innovation is being led by its key brands: Anker, Anker SOLIX, AnkerWork, eufy, Nebula, and Soundcore. More information on Anker Innovations and its various brands can be found at [1] Source: Euromonitor International (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., 2024 global shipment volume of wireless headphones among audio brands (defined as brands with ≥75% revenue from audio equipment); wireless headphones include devices using Bluetooth or other wireless technologies. Research completed in March 2025. All references to "global top 3" in this article are based on these findings. [2], [3], [4], [5] Data based on internal lab testing. Results may vary under different conditions. 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Android Authority
09-05-2025
- Android Authority
Sony finally breaks the silence on WH-1000XM6 launch date!
The Walkman Blog TL;DR The Sony WH-1000XM6 are launching on May 15. The headphones leaked just a day ago, with an Amazon listing revealing their complete specifications and a separate leak revealing their design. Sony has now officially confirmed the launch date. Three years in the making, the Sony WH-1000XM6 are finally on the horizon. Sony has officially confirmed that its next-generation noise canceling headphones will launch on May 16. Yes, we're just days away from the debut of what could be the best ANC headphones of the year. The confirmation comes via Sony Australia, which posted a teaser video on Instagram revealing the launch date. The short clip shows the silhouette of a pair of headphones with the timestamp May 16, 2 AM AEST — translating to May 15, 12 PM ET for those in the US. Sony Australia This announcement comes hot on the heels of an early Amazon listing that spilled the beans on most of the XM6's key specs (see table below). One of the standout upgrades is the introduction of a new QN3 processor, reportedly seven times faster than the QN1 chip found in the WH-1000XM5, promising even more powerful noise cancelation and smarter audio processing. Sony WH-1000XM6 Noise cancelling QN3 HD Noise Cancelling 12 microphones Multi Noise Sensor technology Auto NC Optimizer Battery 30 hours 3 minutes of fast charging = 3 hours Audio 30mm drivers Hi-Res Audio DSEE Extreme 10-band EQ LDAC Other features Adaptive Sound Control Quick Attention Background Music Personalized Spatial Audio Wind Noise Reduction 360 Reality Audio with head tracking Speak to Chat Connectivity Multipoint connection Bluetooth 5.3 Ports USB-C 3.5mm jack Dimensions Height: 25.69 cm Width: 20 cm Depth: 7.83 cm Weight: 254 g In-box Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones Carrying case USB Type-C charging cable 3.5mm Jack audio cable (length 1.2m) Colors Black Platinum Silver Midnight Blue Design Foldable Adjustable Closed Compatibility Android iOS PC Mac Meanwhile, a fresh leak from The Walkman Blog has given us our best look yet at the WH-1000XM6. The leaked images of the headphones show off redesigned ear cups, a thicker, foldable hinge, and a wider headband — all signs that Sony is prioritizing comfort and durability. Perhaps one of the most exciting rumors is that the WH-1000XM6 might finally offer water resistance, a long-requested feature that was notably absent from its predecessor. The timing of the launch is also worth noting. The WH-1000XM6 are landing just days after Sony's latest flagship phone, the Xperia 1 VII. Looks like Sony is firing on all cylinders this May
Digital Trends
08-05-2025
- Digital Trends
Soundcore Liberty 5 review: excellent daily driver earbuds
Soundcore Liberty 5 MSRP $130.00 Score Details 'The Liberty 5 goes back to the basics (and nails them).' Pros Great sound Very effective ANC Excellent transparency Great for calls Long battery life Cons No Bluetooth Auracast Table of Contents Table of Contents Design Comfort, controls, and connections Sound quality Noise canceling and transparency Call quality Battery life Conclusion Soundcore's Liberty 5 wireless earbuds are, in many respects, exactly what I've come to expect from the Anker-owned brand. They're a midrange set of noise-canceling buds that do almost everything you could ask of them, and at $130, they're still very affordable, especially when you compare them to Apple's AirPods Pro 2 ($249). Recommended Videos Soundcore says it has made several improvements over the previous model, including the company's best ANC system so far. On the other hand, some features have been pulled: There's no longer head-tracked spatial audio or heart rate monitoring. Here's what you can expect from the Liberty 5. Design By now, Soudcore fans are very familiar with the brand's design approach, and the Liberty 5 has all of the big hallmarks, including stem-based earbuds, a charging case with a sliding lid, bar-style LED indicator, and wireless charging, and the earbuds have good protection from dust and water (IP55). You get a choice of four colors, and inside the box is a short USB-A to USB-C charging cable, along with a generous five sizes of silicone eartips (six if you include the preinstalled mediums). The most significant change is the move from touch controls to pressure-based squeeze-to-click gestures on the earbud stems. It's similar to the controls that Apple uses on its AirPods 4 series and AirPods Pro series. Soundcore introduced this feature on the Liberty 4 and then added a swipe gesture for volume control on the Liberty 4 Pro. The Liberty 5 still uses squeeze-to-click for volume instead. Comfort, controls, and connections Generally speaking, while I find stem-style earbuds a bit less secure than their stemless cousins, they're more reliably comfortable for more people. I'm not alone in thinking that — Samsung switched to a stem-based design for its Galaxy Buds Pro 3 for exactly that reason. The Liberty 5 are no exception to this generalization. With the default eartips, I found them very easy to wear for long periods. And just in case you're unsure of which eartips to use, the Soundcore app will help you find the ones that ensure optimal ANC and sound quality (only you can tell if they're also comfy enough). I really like the new squeeze controls. They offer a precision you just can't get from touch controls, and they're accessible even if you're wearing gloves. Thin gloves. They'd be a bit easier to use if the stems were tubular instead of flat oval, but that's just nitpicking on my part. The controls are fully customizable within the Soundcore app, with four gestures per earbud (single-, double-, triple-click, and a long-press option). There's even an optional smartphone camera trigger option, but strangely, it can only be associated with the single-click gesture. New for the Liberty 5 is the option to mute the mics when on a call with a single click. It's handy, for sure, and you get a confirmation tone immediately, plus one every 20 seconds while you remain on mute. Just keep in mind that there's no other confirmation of your muted status — iOS's phone app won't adjust its mute button state to match the state of the earbuds. Helping out with music control are wear sensors, which almost instantly auto-pause and resume your tunes when you remove or replace an earbud. With Bluetooth 5.4 and Google Fast Pair, connecting the buds is a breeze on Android and iOS. Wireless range is about average: 20-30 feet indoors, depending on obstacles, and further if you're outside, and I didn't notice any dropouts during my testing. Bluetooth Multipoint works very well, and I'm thrilled that Soundcore has adjusted its app so that you can see all of your previously paired devices, letting you select the ones you want to be active. Even better: Soundcore has fixed a limitation where you had to decide between Multipoint and LDAC codec support. Now you can run both simultaneously, something that competitive models from EarFun (e.g, Air Pro 4) can't do. However, the Liberty 5 (in fact, all Soundcore products so far) lack Bluetooth Auracast compatibility. If that matters to you (and I think, increasingly, it will matter to all of us), the EarFun may be worth a look. Sound quality Out of the box, the Liberty 5 sound good, with plenty of bass response thanks to the dual sound tubes that Soundcore added to the acoustic architecture. To my ears, however, there's a lack of sparkle in the high end, and the midrange feels a bit lacking. If, after giving them a listen, you feel the same, I strongly recommend using the Soundcore app's two personalization features: HearID and the sound preference test. It takes about 10 minutes to do both, but it's absolutely worth it. The resulting change to the EQ addressed all of my concerns — preserving that punchy bass while enhancing both the mids and highs. I could have achieved this manually — there's an option to adjust the equalizer on your own or via presets (lots of presets!) — but the app's built-in personalization made it much easier. I still ended up making tiny tweaks: a bit more bass and a hair less in the highs, but overall, I was really impressed with the results. Soundcore has included three Dolby Audio presets (Music, Podcasts, and Movies) for supposedly more immersive sound. They offer mild enhancements, but once I dialed in the EQ based on HearID and the preference test, Dolby's processing didn't provide significant improvements, so I kept it turned off. For those of you with Android phones, by all means, enable the LDAC codec in the app. In quiet conditions (and when playing a lossless source of audio), you can hear more detail and nuance compared to the standard AAC codec used by iPhones. Noise canceling and transparency The Liberty 5 have Soundcore's best ANC (according to Soundcore), which can dampen down nearby voices better than previous models. I found this really hard to verify compared to the Liberty 4 Pro. My sense is that while the Liberty 5 may be slightly better at killing off the higher frequencies associated with voices, they're a little worse (than the Liberty 4 Pro) at dealing with lower frequencies. So this may come down to personal preference based on the sounds that bug you the most. I think what matters most, however, is that both models have really good noise cancellation — you'll be very happy regardless of which way you go. The Soundcore app lets you tweak the ANC strength and there's also a wind-reduction mode that, as its name implies, helps cut down on wind noise when noise canceling is on. Transparency has also come a long way. The Liberty 5 isn't quite at the AirPods Pro level of magical transparency, but it's now so close that unless you use the feature constantly, I think it's more than good enough for most folks. Call quality Soundcore is one of the most reliable brands for wireless earbuds calls. The Liberty 5 continues that tradition with excellent masking of background noise and good reproduction of your voice, especially in quieter conditions. You can enable an automatic side-tone mode, which switches the buds into transparency mode as soon as you take or place a call. This helps a lot in terms of being able to hear your own voice, though don't expect it to perform as well as normal transparency mode. When on a call, the mics have to do more work, reducing the fidelity of the transparency effect to maintain a high quality for your callers. Battery life Soundcore pegs battery life on the Liberty 5 at 12 hours of playtime with ANC turned off and 8 hours with ANC enabled. When you include a fully charged case, the total rises to 48 and 32 hours, respectively. My limited testing suggests that these numbers are accurate, but the usual caveats apply: if you listen louder than 50% volume, if you're in a very noisy environment, or if you turn on LDAC, these numbers can fall sharply — by as much as 30%. Still, Soundcore provides a quick-charge feature that provides 5 extra hours (maximum) for 10 minutes of charging, so you won't likely find yourself without power for very long. Conclusion Soundcore gets so many things right with the Liberty 5 wireless earbuds, you need to take a fine-toothed comb just to find any flaws. I highly recommend them. As for the absent extras, like head-tracked spatial audio and heart rate tracking? If you really want them, check out the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2, but be prepared to pay for the privilege. At the moment, the Liberty 5's biggest weakness is price. If you're not a big bass head, you can get a very fine set of earbuds, like EarFun's Air Pro 4, for a regular price of $90. With constant discounts on Amazon, you can often find them for as little as $60. Given the current economic situation, which could change at any moment, it puts a lot of pressure on Soundcore. Still, I expect Soundcore will push hard to remain competitive on price, so if you don't need to buy immediately, maybe wait and see what the next few months bring.
