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Hands-on Review: Sennheiser HD 450 BT headphones

Thu, 3rd Sep 2020
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The 450 BT is a stylish headset that sounds great and has a form of noise cancellation for an affordable price. It doesn't get better than that.
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Hands-on Review: EPOS Sennheiser Adapt 560 BT ANC enterprise headset

Fri, 28th Aug 2020
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The headset is Microsoft Teams certified, and it performed very well during the remote launch, with voices crisp and clear.
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Global headphones market holding up better than expected - report

Tue, 18th Aug 2020
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The global headphones market has seen a 13% year-on-year growth in retail value for the second quarter of 2020, according to new research from Futuresource.
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Sony's WH-1000XM4 headphones might just redefine smart audio

Thu, 13th Aug 2020
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The 'Speak-to-Chat' feature completely removes the need to take off your headphones or pause your music when you need to talk to somebody.
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Hands-on Review: Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700

Tue, 28th Jul 2020
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The 700s follow in the footsteps of the QuietComfort 35 II and are a must-have for travelling businesspeople and audiophiles alike.
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Hands-on Review: JBL Club 950NC

Fri, 24th Jul 2020
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JBL Club 950NC headphones offer a plethora of features, solid sound quality, but are let down by weight and noise cancellation. (110 characters).
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Hands-on Review: Sennheiser HD 350BT Wireless

Thu, 2nd Jul 2020
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The Sennheiser HD 350BT Wireless headphones, priced at USD $220, offer exceptional music quality and a 30-hour battery life, albeit with lacklustre call sound.
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Hands-on Review: HyperX Cloud Stinger Core Wireless + 7.1 PC headset

Tue, 9th Jun 2020
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The extra edge being able to hear where your opponents are before you can see them can make the difference between a good kill or a respawn.
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JBL takes Quantum leap into NZ gaming audio market

Tue, 26th May 2020
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The company has launched its range of gaming headsets and PC speakers in Aotearoa New Zealand as the headset market thrives.
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Worldwide headphone market on track despite COVID-19

Tue, 5th May 2020
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The worldwide headphones market is expected to experience strong growth in 2020, despite the challenges of the COVID-19 crisis.
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Hands-on Review: BackBeat FIT 6100 Wireless Sport

Fri, 20th Dec 2019
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The BackBeat FIT 6100 Wireless Sport by Plantronics delivers superior sound, noise-cancelling capabilities, and ergonomic design, all for under USD $300.
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Hands-on Review: Sennheiser Momentum Wireless Headphones

Wed, 11th Dec 2019
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I'm estimating I have doubled my coolness factor by wearing them, because they have to be one of the best-looking headsets I've seen.
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Panasonic brings back high-spec audio brand, Technics

Mon, 2nd Dec 2019
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Panasonic revives the Technics brand in NZ, announcing new high-spec turntables, headphones, and speakers, available in select stores from December.
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Review: BlueAnt's Pump Air 2, low-cost, true-wireless

Thu, 21st Nov 2019
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The market for true-wireless headphones at a lower price-point is increasing. Are Aussie-owned BlueAnt's Pump Air 2 what you've been looking for?.
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Hands-on Review: OPPO ENCO Q1 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones

Thu, 14th Nov 2019
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OPPO's ENCO Q1 headphones offer stellar sound quality and noise reduction for NZD $199. Testers praise their design and comfort for both calls and music.
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JBL releases new wireless headphones & home audio products

Thu, 31st Oct 2019
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JBL unveils a diverse range of wireless headphones and home audio products in New Zealand, ideal for the upcoming Kiwi summer season.
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Hands-on Review: The wireless headset with uncompromising sound quality

Tue, 29th Oct 2019
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Corsair's VIRTUOSO RGB Wireless headset astounds with its exceptional build and unrivalled audio quality, making every note and gaming moment a revelation.
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New, stylish microbuds from Aussie success story

Mon, 14th Oct 2019
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Weighing four grams, BlueAnt's Pump Air 2 are one of the world's smallest and lightest true wireless microbuds.
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The rise and rise of 'hearables', as told by IDC

Thu, 19th Sep 2019
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The wearable device market surged by 85.2% in 2Q19, with 'hearables' capturing 46.9% of the market, driven by new products and second-time buyers.
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Premium headphones driving revenue boom, says Futuresource

Mon, 9th Sep 2019
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Thanks to the trend in premium brands, worldwide headphone revenue is growing four times faster than shipment numbers.