AudioAudio-Technica ATH-M50xSTS-WL Costs $299—and Skips Bluetooth
Audio-Technica’s first wireless StreamSet uses a low-latency 2.4GHz link, M50x-derived 45mm drivers and a condenser boom mic—but not Bluetooth.
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AudioPlayStation Pulse Preorders Start Today at $99.99—What You Don’t Get
Sony’s $99.99 PlayStation Pulse headset opens for preorder October 29 and ships November 19. Its planar drivers and dual wireless links look strong, but several useful features are reserved for Pulse Edge.
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AudioTechnics SL-1210MKX Adds ±50% Pitch Control for Pro DJs
Technics’ new SL-1210MKX adds a heavier chassis, stronger feedback isolation and pitch control up to ±50%. It arrives in January 2027 from £1,299.
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AudioFinal Porta Wireless Headphones Weigh Just 40 Grams for ¥12,800
Final’s 40-gram Porta wireless headphones use a minimalist wire frame, Bluetooth 5.4 and IPX4 protection, but trade ANC and long battery life for comfort.
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AudioHomePod mini 2 Arrives October 30 for $149—but Siri AI Comes Later
Apple’s $149 HomePod mini 2 adds an S10 chip, Sound Glow, Mac audio, and four-speaker home theater, but Siri AI will arrive in a later update.
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AudioInsta360 Mic Adds E-Ink and microSD Backup for $249.99
Insta360’s new $249.99 wireless mic kit adds customizable E-Ink screens, microSD-based 32-bit-float recording and up to 34 hours of battery life.
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AudioSony’s $400 ECM-W5 Records 32-Bit Float Audio Straight Into Compatible Cameras
Sony’s ECM-W5 wireless microphone kit promises direct in-camera 32-bit float recording, two transmitters, 64GB backups and up to 500-meter range.
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Apps & SoftwareSpotify Memberships Launch in 34 Markets—Who Qualifies and What Fans Get
Spotify’s new podcast Memberships let eligible creators sell exclusive content while keeping 90% of generated revenue. Here are the requirements, markets and limitations.
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AudioTDM Neo Headphones Twist Into a Speaker for $249—but Orders Ship October 16
TDM’s $249 Neo headphones transform into a Bluetooth speaker and claim 200-plus hours of headphone battery life, with shipping currently listed for October 16.
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AudioLogitech Zone Vibe Pro Costs $259.99—and ANC Cuts Its 66-Hour Battery Claim
Logitech’s boomless Zone Vibe Pro headset starts at $259.99 with AI voice isolation, replaceable parts and up to 66 hours of listening—but ANC sharply reduces battery life.
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AudioJBL’s $1,799 PartyBox Ultimate 2 Delivers 1,500W—but It Needs Wall Power
JBL’s 1,500W PartyBox Ultimate 2 adds AI karaoke, Wi-Fi 6 and a floor-projecting light show, but the 105-pound speaker has no built-in battery.
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AudioNoise Master Buds Open bring Bose-tuned audio to India for ₹7,999
Noise’s first premium open-ear earbuds pair Sound by Bose tuning with 28-hour battery life, dual connectivity and a ₹7,999 launch price in India.
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AudioSennheiser’s ₹29,990 Momentum True Wireless 5 earbuds let owners replace every battery
Sennheiser’s Momentum True Wireless 5 earbuds are now on regular sale in India for ₹29,990, with user-replaceable batteries in both earbuds and the charging case.
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