Alex Bracetti is a freelance product reviewer and journalist covering gadgets and men's grooming products. An experienced consumer tech writer, he has bylines at Mashable, Complex, SPY.com, Thrillist, AskMen, CNN Underscored, and Tom's Guide. In addition to writing about the latest tech trends and gadgets, he's also covered men's fashion, sports, and gaming. For Mashable, he primarily covers headphones/wireless earbuds, party speakers, smartphones, and mobile accessories.
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Sound quality isn't the end-all, be-all (though these headphones have that, too).
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These are the speakers you'll find in our homes and — when the weather warms up — our backyards.
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Flagship models aren't your only options.
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Review: The Beats Powerbeats Fit are mid-range buds unconvincingly disguised as high-end buds
They're nowhere near the game-changer their predecessor was.
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Don't know what to get the greatest guy you know? We have some suggestions.
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Bose QuietComfort Ultra (Gen 2) vs. Sony WH-1000xM6: Which headphones should you buy?
A win-win either way — but only one earns the title of category leader.
AirPods Pro 3 vs. Beats Powerbeats Pro 2: Which wireless earbuds should you buy?
Only one of these is the perfect blend of casual and sporty.
I compared the second-gen Bose QC Ultra Headphones to my Sony XM6 and AirPods Max headphones
One of these flagship models is the market’s top pick — find out which.
I compared the Bose QC Ultra Earbuds (Gen 2) to my AirPods Pro 3 and Sony WF-1000xM5 earbuds
Are the latest Bose buds an AirPods and Sony Mark series killer?
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No matter your price point, Sony has headphones and earbuds for you — and I tried them all.
I tested the best Beats headphones for sound quality, portability, style, and value
Everything from budget buds to premium noise-canceling cans.
Apple AirPods Pro 3 vs. Sony WF-1000xM5: Which noise-canceling earbuds are better?
The battle for true wireless superiority comes down to this.
I’m an Android user testing the AirPods Pro 3 — and I’ve got opinions
Expectations were met, both good and bad.
How to customize your EQ settings like a true audio nerd
We asked experts how to fine-tune your headphones and other audio products so you have the ideal listening experience.
I used the AirPods Pro 3 for my workouts — how did they perform?
Apple’s newest AirPods might be its best fitness buds to date, and that’s coming from a Beats fan.
Sony XM4 headphones still sound surprisingly good in 2025. The price tag is even better.
Sony's Mark Four headphones are no longer on the cutting edge, but don't count them out.
Long-term review: Sony's WH-CH520 are the best headphones under $50 — period
After two years of testing, I'm finally ready to render a verdict.
Long-term review: I used Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 earbuds for 6 months
Are the $249 sports earbuds worth the hefty investment?
AirPods Pro 2 vs. Beats Powerbeats Pro 2: Which is better?
One of these is the perfect iPhone companion – find out which.
We tested the best headphones and earbuds for working out
Don't go chasing after a rogue earbud after it falls out of your ear.
By Samantha Mangino and Alex Bracetti
