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The Wimlim i510B DAC accepts Bluetooth and USB thumb drive inputs.

I added a cheap DAC to my PC's audio setup. Here's how it changed my sound.

By Jowi Morales published

Are you thinking about improving your laptop's audio performance? Investing in a portable DAC could dramatically change the sound, or make very little difference.

Laptop accessories
illustration of laptop with tower speakers on either side.

I use tower speakers now with my MacBook — here's how to make it all work

By John Brandon published

Having tower speakers changed my attitude about work for a far more transformative experience. Here is the equipment I used.

Macbooks

The Audio-Technica ATH-CKS50TW2 earbuds could take the crown for longest-lasting earbuds to debut at CES 2025

By James Pero published

Audio-Technica claims the sun rises twice between charges of these earbuds.

Airpods & Earbuds
Apple's new generation of AirPods including the AirPods 4 and a new AirPods Max with USB-C

The AirPods Pro 2's first-of-its-kind hearing aid feature is here to end your reliance on subtitles

By James Pero published

Apple's September event gave us new Apple AirPods 4 models along with substantial updates to the AirPods Pro 2 and some minor tweaks to the AirPods Max.

Airpods & Earbuds
DJI Mic 2 review: A sequel worth your money

DJI Mic 2 review: A sequel worth spending your money on

By Mark Anthony Ramirez last updated

The DJI Mic 2 combines superb audio recording with a sleek redesign, making it a standout choice for content creators.

Headsets & Microphones
How to update audio drivers on Windows 11

How to update audio drivers on Windows 11

By LAPTOP Contributor published

Are you experiencing audio issues on your Windows 11 computer? Learn how to easily update your audio drivers on Windows 11 here.

Software
CES Show Floor

CES 2023: Dates and all the latest news

By Darragh Murphy last updated

Here's everything you need to know about CES 2023

Laptops
best USB turntables 2022

Best USB turntables 2022

By Alex Bracetti published

We rank the best USB turntables, including models with analog-to-digital conversion, automatic playback, and tempo control.

Docks & Chargers
Rode X revealed: Pro audio expertise comes to gamers and streamers

Rode X revealed: Pro audio expertise comes to gamers and streamers

By Mark Anthony Ramirez published

Rode announced the launch of its streaming and gaming division, Rode X, along with new microphones geared towards gamers and streamers.

Console & PC games
XLR vs. USB microphones: Which should you use for streaming?

XLR vs. USB microphones: Which should you use for streaming?

By Desmond Brown published

If you’re trying to get into live streaming, chances are you’ve heard of XLR and USB microphones. Here are the benefits of both formats and which you should choose.

Headsets & Microphones
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