Music is a huge part of many of our lives, and having the right pair of headphones can make all the difference. And, with so many returning to school, now is a great time to pick up a pair of noise-canceling headphones or earbuds to get you through those long days. With a pair of noise-canceling headphones, you’ll be able to enjoy your favorite song, podcast, or audiobook while roaming the noisy school campus without any distractions.
Most headphones these days feature Bluetooth built-in, allowing you to enjoy your music wirelessly and pair directly to your smartphone, TV, and other devices. Whether you prefer large over-ear headphones for better sound quality or pocket-sized earbuds for convenience and portability, we’ve got plenty of great recommendations to send you back to school in style.
Sony’s latest headphones have quickly become the industry-standard when it comes to sound quality and noise-canceling technology thanks to intelligent on-device processing. It automatically adjusts sound based on your location to deliver the best possible experience whether you’re walking through a crowded city or flying in an airplane. Your music is automatically upscaled, as well, providing studio-quality sound regardless of the file type. And, with 30 hours of battery life, you’ve always got plenty to listen to.
Featuring true active noise-canceling, the Bose QuietComfort 35 II headphones put you in charge of your listening experience. With the flip of a switch on the side, you can adjust between three levels of noise-canceling, allowing you to block out as much ambient noise around you as you want. These headphones also include Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant built-in which means you can find your favorite song, check your calendar, make a phone call, and much more, all by just using your voice.
Beats have always been a fashion icon, but they’ve only gotten better with age. The latest Studio3 headphones feature adaptive noise-canceling which intelligently blocks out sound around you when it’s needed. If you’re listening in a quiet environment, noise-canceling is disabled, which prolongs the already impressive 22 hours of battery life. And, if you need a quick charge, you can plug in your Studio3 headphones for 10 minutes to get another three hours of listening time. Sweet.
If you’re looking for true noise-canceling on a budget, look no further. Skullcandy’s Hesh headphones provide 4-microphone active noise-canceling for less than $100. You can also toggle between ambient environmental sound at the push of a button. It features a foldable design that’s easy for travel and packs two large 40mm audio drivers for punchy bass and exceptional sound quality. And, with built-in Tile tracking, you’ll never lose your headphones as you can simply locate them within the accompanying app.
Although it’s known for designing charging cables and external batteries, Anker’s headphone line has quickly become one of the best options available. The Anker Soundcore Life Q20 headphones feature a whopping 40-hour battery life when using active noise-cancelation, and up to 60 hours when listening without it. With four built-in microphones, sounds are automatically canceled out and ambient sound is reduced by up to 90%, allowing you to hear more of your music and not the world around you.
Ah, AirPods. If you don’t know by now, these are a fantastic and simple choice for truly wireless earbuds. Apple’s “Pro” version features a new design, up to 24 hours of battery life with the included charging case, and active noise-cancelation that automatically blocks ambient sound out around you. You can easily toggle between Transparency mode to hear what’s going on around you and converse with others while still listening to music. Siri is also built-in, allowing you to message a friend, find a song, check your reminders, and much more, all without lifting a finger.
Bose took its already fantastic noise-canceling technology and crammed it into a tiny pair of truly wireless earbuds, and the result is something magical. With built-in swipe controls, you can easily adjust your noise-canceling levels, as well as play, pause, or skip tracks. With additional microphones built-in, taking phone calls on the QuietComfort earbuds sound great, as they intelligently filter out sound to ensure your voice comes through crystal clear. The earbuds are also IPX4 water-resistant, allowing you to wear them in the rain or listen to your favorite songs while working out.
Taking a cue from its fantastic over-ear headphones, Sony’s XM4 earbuds utilizes an updated noise-canceling processor to provide high-quality audio with digital noise-cancelation. Each earbud also has its own Bluetooth chip to ensure sound reaches both ears at the same time and provide low-latency when listening to music or watching a movie. Customizable touch controls allow you to control your music easily and built-in voice assistants like Alexa or Google make finding a song or other information a breeze.
With 7mm drivers, these earbuds feature sound that rivals larger headphones in a surprisingly small package. Each earbud has been designed with ergonomics in mind, providing a comfortable fit for hours on end. And, with up to 28 hours of playtime with the included charging case, you’ll have plenty to listen to. Using the Sennheiser app, you can customize your EQ settings, change your noise-canceling preferences, choose your touch controls, and much more. Your music also pauses automatically when you remove an earbud and resumes when you place it back in for a seamless listening experience.
Beats’ first pair of truly wireless earbuds is here, and it’s a force to be reckoned with. Similar to AirPods Pro, Beats Studio Buds feature active noise-canceling and Transparency mode to hear the world around you at roughly half the price. Whether you use Apple or Android, you’ll enjoy simple one-touch pairing so you can jump into your music right away. The earbuds have up to eight hours of listening time each, with a total of 24 hours including the charging case. And, if you’re in a pinch, five minutes of charge time in the case provides another full hour of listening time.
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Most headphones these days feature Bluetooth built-in, allowing you to enjoy your music wirelessly and pair directly to your smartphone, TV, and other devices. Whether you prefer large over-ear headphones for better sound quality or pocket-sized earbuds for convenience and portability, we’ve got plenty of great recommendations to send you back to school in style.
Sony XM4 Headphones
See it on AmazonSony’s latest headphones have quickly become the industry-standard when it comes to sound quality and noise-canceling technology thanks to intelligent on-device processing. It automatically adjusts sound based on your location to deliver the best possible experience whether you’re walking through a crowded city or flying in an airplane. Your music is automatically upscaled, as well, providing studio-quality sound regardless of the file type. And, with 30 hours of battery life, you’ve always got plenty to listen to.
Bose QuietComfort 35 II Headphones
See it on AmazonFeaturing true active noise-canceling, the Bose QuietComfort 35 II headphones put you in charge of your listening experience. With the flip of a switch on the side, you can adjust between three levels of noise-canceling, allowing you to block out as much ambient noise around you as you want. These headphones also include Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant built-in which means you can find your favorite song, check your calendar, make a phone call, and much more, all by just using your voice.
Beats Studio3 Headphones
See it on AmazonBeats have always been a fashion icon, but they’ve only gotten better with age. The latest Studio3 headphones feature adaptive noise-canceling which intelligently blocks out sound around you when it’s needed. If you’re listening in a quiet environment, noise-canceling is disabled, which prolongs the already impressive 22 hours of battery life. And, if you need a quick charge, you can plug in your Studio3 headphones for 10 minutes to get another three hours of listening time. Sweet.
Skullcandy Hesh Headphones
See it on AmazonIf you’re looking for true noise-canceling on a budget, look no further. Skullcandy’s Hesh headphones provide 4-microphone active noise-canceling for less than $100. You can also toggle between ambient environmental sound at the push of a button. It features a foldable design that’s easy for travel and packs two large 40mm audio drivers for punchy bass and exceptional sound quality. And, with built-in Tile tracking, you’ll never lose your headphones as you can simply locate them within the accompanying app.
Anker Soundcore Life Q20 Headphones
See it on AmazonAlthough it’s known for designing charging cables and external batteries, Anker’s headphone line has quickly become one of the best options available. The Anker Soundcore Life Q20 headphones feature a whopping 40-hour battery life when using active noise-cancelation, and up to 60 hours when listening without it. With four built-in microphones, sounds are automatically canceled out and ambient sound is reduced by up to 90%, allowing you to hear more of your music and not the world around you.
Apple AirPods Pro
See it on AmazonAh, AirPods. If you don’t know by now, these are a fantastic and simple choice for truly wireless earbuds. Apple’s “Pro” version features a new design, up to 24 hours of battery life with the included charging case, and active noise-cancelation that automatically blocks ambient sound out around you. You can easily toggle between Transparency mode to hear what’s going on around you and converse with others while still listening to music. Siri is also built-in, allowing you to message a friend, find a song, check your reminders, and much more, all without lifting a finger.
Bose QuiteComfort Earbuds
See it on AmazonBose took its already fantastic noise-canceling technology and crammed it into a tiny pair of truly wireless earbuds, and the result is something magical. With built-in swipe controls, you can easily adjust your noise-canceling levels, as well as play, pause, or skip tracks. With additional microphones built-in, taking phone calls on the QuietComfort earbuds sound great, as they intelligently filter out sound to ensure your voice comes through crystal clear. The earbuds are also IPX4 water-resistant, allowing you to wear them in the rain or listen to your favorite songs while working out.
Sony XM4 Earbuds
See it on AmazonTaking a cue from its fantastic over-ear headphones, Sony’s XM4 earbuds utilizes an updated noise-canceling processor to provide high-quality audio with digital noise-cancelation. Each earbud also has its own Bluetooth chip to ensure sound reaches both ears at the same time and provide low-latency when listening to music or watching a movie. Customizable touch controls allow you to control your music easily and built-in voice assistants like Alexa or Google make finding a song or other information a breeze.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 Earbuds
See it on AmazonWith 7mm drivers, these earbuds feature sound that rivals larger headphones in a surprisingly small package. Each earbud has been designed with ergonomics in mind, providing a comfortable fit for hours on end. And, with up to 28 hours of playtime with the included charging case, you’ll have plenty to listen to. Using the Sennheiser app, you can customize your EQ settings, change your noise-canceling preferences, choose your touch controls, and much more. Your music also pauses automatically when you remove an earbud and resumes when you place it back in for a seamless listening experience.
Beats Studio Buds
See it on AmazonBeats’ first pair of truly wireless earbuds is here, and it’s a force to be reckoned with. Similar to AirPods Pro, Beats Studio Buds feature active noise-canceling and Transparency mode to hear the world around you at roughly half the price. Whether you use Apple or Android, you’ll enjoy simple one-touch pairing so you can jump into your music right away. The earbuds have up to eight hours of listening time each, with a total of 24 hours including the charging case. And, if you’re in a pinch, five minutes of charge time in the case provides another full hour of listening time.
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