With the London, Swedish manufacturer Urbanista offers cable-free in-ears with a respectable battery life, which have both active noise suppression and an ambient mode for outdoor listening. The headphones come in a slim, handy charging case, which can be powered either via the USB-C connection or wirelessly via Qi.
Sony is well established as a top supplier in the field of portable headphones, especially when it comes to noise cancelling. Of course, this also includes the continuing development of their models. For example, the in-ear Bluetooth neckband headphones WI-1000X receive an update and become the WI-1000XM2.
Indy Fuel, Skullcandy’s wired in-ears, play powerful, bass-driven music and are equipped with an ambient mode, EQ settings for music, podcasts and movies, and an app connection. A sturdy fit, plus the sweat, water and dust resistant IP55 finish also makes these headphones ideal for sports use.
The K371 and 361 – the new additions to AKG's 3 Series – have already fully convinced us in our tests. Now there is a Bluetooth version of both these headphones, identified with "BT" in their name.
Fast-charging wireless sports headphones with neckband and magnetic closure
The Turtle Beach Elite Atlas Aero is a top of the line wireless PC gaming headset from the Californian company.
The entry-level model in the Skullcandy range, these cable-free in-ears have received an update in the shape of the Sesh Evo, which offers increased battery life including a fast-charging function and three EQ modes for sound adjustment. A tracking function, which is optionally available via a Smartphone app, will help you to quickly locate these lightweight headphones when you need them.
The T5 Neckband is a headphone from Klipsch's "True" series, it comes with promises of "True Comfort", "True Performance", "True Freedom" and "True You", where "Freedom" stands for a long battery life and "You" for a sound that suits everyone.
