Valentine's Day Gift Guide: How to score the best deal on the perfect Apple gift

With Valentine's Day less than two weeks away, we're rounding up the best deals on the hottest gifts for that special someone on your shopping list. From coupon discounts on MacBook Pro laptops to instant savings on iPhone 7 accessories, there are gift ideas for every budget.

Christine McKee 9 years ago 0

HTC's new U series phones follow Apple's iPhone 7 in eliminating headphone jacks

In a surprise announcement, HTC on Thursday revealed two new flagship phones, the U Ultra and U Play — both of which, like Apple's iPhone 7, abandon a headphone jack in favor of digital-only audio.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 45

Apple's AirPods grabbed 26% of wireless headphone sales after launch, report claims

Apple's AirPods have made a sizable impact on the wireless headphone market, according to research from Slice Intelligence, with the audio accessory reportedly capturing more than a quarter of the market.

Malcolm Owen 9 years ago 48

Incipio Ox Case for iPhone 7 includes built-in headphone jack, Lightning port

Prolific iPhone case producer Incipio has announced the Ox Case, an accessory for the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus that marks the return of a headphone jack — one that can be used while still allowing the iPhone to charge at the same time.

AppleInsider Staff 9 years ago 8

Review: Master & Dynamic MW50 Wireless Bluetooth On-Ear Headphones

Master & Dynamic's MW50s look and sound great, but may be hard to justify given cheaper alternatives from other high-end headphone makers.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 1

Review: Bragi's Headphone offers a solid alternative to Apple AirPods

Bragi's fully wireless Headphone — yes, in the singular — is a competent if not spectacular alternative to Apple's AirPods, and even has some features the AirPods lack.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 42

Apple filing shows initial stab at AirPods with magnetic hooks

An Apple patent application published on Thursday may hint at an abandoned AirPods design that aimed to keep the earbuds more firmly in place.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 11

Review: Apple's new wireless AirPods put a smile on 2016

Delivering hours of enveloping, untethered sound and Siri assistance, Apple's new wireless AirPods elegantly perform in a way that promises to put a smile on your face no matter how terrible of a day you're having—a beautiful thing given how many ugly days 2016 has thrown at us so far.

Daniel Eran Dilger 9 years ago 87

Scosche iPhone 7 Lightning line grows with noise isolating earbuds, Bose headphone adapter

Audio company Scosche has expanded its Lightning-equipped audio gear line, and has debuted its Noise Isolation Earbuds, as well as a Lighting to 2.5mm Remote to adapt Bose headphones to the iPhone 7 family.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 3

Apple having trouble syncing audio between wireless AirPods - report

Continued delays for Apple's completely wireless AirPods headphones are reportedly related to troubles in syncing audio between the two separate earpieces, according to a new report.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 111

Review: Powerbeats3 with Apple W1 chip are the most reliable Bluetooth headphones we've ever used

Bluetooth audio —?especially when exercising —?has always been "good enough,"has always been "good enough," but never great. Apple's W1 chip in its latest headphones lineup changes that, and the proprietary wireless technology steals the show in its new sports-focused Powerbeats3 headphones.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 74

Review: Master & Dynamic MW60 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones

Master & Dynamic's top-of-the-line Bluetooth headphones deliver on style, build, and sound quality, but are almost certainly overkill — especially if you intend to take them outside.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 11

Fry's claims Apple's BeatsX earbuds due on Dec. 5

Contrasting with another recent online listing, electronics retailer Fry's is now saying that Apple's BeatsX earbuds will ship on Dec. 5.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 10

Apple-authorized reseller in Czech Republic expects AirPods to be available in December

Announced back in September, Apple's completely wireless AirPods still do not have a concrete shipping date, though one international reseller claims they won't arrive this month, instead becoming available in December.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 8

First look: Apple's Powerbeats 3 Bluetooth headphones with W1 chip and 12-hour battery life

After being announced at Apple's iPhone 7 event in September, the company's lightweight Powerbeats3 on-ear headphones, featuring the proprietary W1 chip for superior wireless connectivity, are now beginning to trickle out into the hands of consumers. AppleInsider offers a first look.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 24

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