EDN

Balun transformers: Linking balanced to unbalanced

Baluns enable impedance matching, minimize signal distortion, and suppress common-mode noise in RF and high-frequency designs ...
Darko.Audio

HIFIMAN announces two WiFi headphones with onboard R2R DACs

HIFIMAN has announced two new open-back planar magnetic headphones, the HE1000 WiFi and the Arya WiFi, that allow listeners to sidestep Bluetooth in favour of WiFi-based audio transmission.
ZDNet

Microsoft's new Windows 11 Bluetooth update comes with useful benefits (and a major caveat)

I wore the world's first HDR10 smart glasses TCL's new E Ink tablet beats the Remarkable and Kindle Anker's new charger is one of the most unique I've ever seen Best laptop cooling pads Best flip ...
Engadget

Noble Audio has released a USB-C Bluetooth dongle for high fidelity transmission

Noble Audio has announced the Sceptre, a pocket-sized USB-C Bluetooth transmitter meant to boost wireless audio quality from phones, laptops and tablets. The device is intended to exceed the quality ...
PC World

Windows 11 gets multi-device Bluetooth audio, but hold on

PCWorld reports that Windows 11’s new Shared Audio feature enables simultaneous Bluetooth output to two devices, but compatibility remains severely limited. The feature requires specific Bluetooth LE ...
TechRadar

‘Fun, flexible and affordable’ – I tested Ikea’s super-cheap Bluetooth speaker and, as long as you’re not expecting Sonos-toppling sound, it’s a blast

Wireless & Bluetooth Speakers JBL Clip 5 vs Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4: two flyweights punch it out in a closely-contested Bluetooth speaker battle Hi-Fi FiiO KA15 review: a delightfully retro DAC ...
Twice

Fosi Audio Introduces BT20A MAX, a Powerful 2.1 Bluetooth Amplifier Designed for Flexible, High-Fidelity Listening

Shenzhen, January 23, 2026 –– Fosi Audio, a global innovator in high-value HiFi audio solutions, today announced the launch of the BT20A MAX, its most advanced and its most advanced BT20A-series ...
Wired

Hundreds of Millions of Audio Devices Need a Patch to Prevent Wireless Hacking and Tracking

Flaws in how 17 models of headphones and speakers use Google’s one-tap Fast Pair Bluetooth protocol have left devices open to eavesdroppers and stalkers. Today, security researchers at Belgium’s KU ...
The Verge

Fender’s new Bluetooth speakers can play audio from four sources simultaneously

The ELIE speakers will be available in two sizes with up to 120W of output and 18 hours of battery life. The ELIE speakers will be available in two sizes with up to 120W of output and 18 hours of ...
ecoustics

Fender Audio Launches ELIE Bluetooth Speakers and MIX Wireless Headphones at CES 2026

Extremely Loud Infinitely Expressive?Fender Audio makes a bold statement with ELIE E6 and E12 portable Bluetooth speakers and modular MIX wireless headphones. It’s a measured but meaningful move into ...
TechSpot

Android's Bluetooth car audio problem has gone unfixed for over a year

Bottom line: Bluetooth was designed to make short-range wireless connectivity between different devices quick and straightforward. However, according to several user reports, some of the most ...
CNET

I'm a Headphone Reviewer. These Audio Hearing Glasses Work Better Than I Expected

Our expert, award-winning staff selects the products we cover and rigorously researches and tests our top picks. If you buy through our links, we may get a commission. Executive Editor David Carnoy ...