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Hazardous substances found in all headphones tested by ToxFREE project

Substances include chemicals that can cause cancer, neurodevelopmental problems and the feminisation of malesYou wear them at work, you wear them at play, you wear them to relax. You may even get sweaty in them at the gym.But an investigation into headphones has found every single pair tested contained substances hazardous to human health, including […]

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Beats Powerbeats Fit review: Apple’s compact workout earbuds revamped

Secure, noise-cancelling Bluetooth earbuds that shine for exercise and everyday use on Android and iPhoneApple’s revamped compact workout Beats earbuds stick to a winning formula, while slimming down and improving comfort.The new Powerbeats Fit are the direct successors to 2022’s popular Beats Fit Pro, costing £200 (€230/$200/A$330). They sit alongside the recently redesigned Powerbeats Pro

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Google Pixel Buds 2a review: great Bluetooth earbuds at a good price

Compact and comfortable Pixel Buds have noise cancelling, decent battery life and good everyday soundGoogle’s latest budget Pixel earbuds are smaller, lighter, more comfortable and have noise cancelling, plus a case that allows you to replace the battery at home.The Pixel Buds 2a uses the design of the excellent Pixel Buds Pro 2 with a

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24 creative and unexpected Valentine’s Day gifts for him

From indestructible wallets to Crocs (yes, Crocs), we rounded up the best guy-approved Valentine’s Day gifts they won’t know how they lived withoutThe 15 US gifts to give the women in your lifeSign up for the Filter US newsletter, your weekly guide to buying fewer, better thingsWhether you have been together for years or just

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An air fryer, 3D printer and streaming subscription: 11 items on our 2026 wishlist

You can’t always get what you want – even when you review products for a living. From kitchen splurges to fashion staples, this is what our contributors dream ofSimple daily rituals for building fun, calm and play into your days in 2026Sign up for the Filter US newsletter, your weekly guide to buying fewer, better

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Move over Bluetooth: wired headphones are back – and suddenly cool again

From celebrity endorsements to digital fatigue, the once-obsolete white wire has become a fashion statement and a quiet act of opting outWith white-wired headphones endorsed by celebrities including Lily-Rose Depp, Paul Mescal, Bella Hadid and Apple Martin, a growing number of people are breaking away from wireless listening.For inspiration, there is the Instagram account @wireditgirls,

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The 28 gifts and treats Filter US writers are loving this holiday season

From durable Converse dupes to laundry detergent sheets, our product reviewers reveal what products earned spots in their daily lives The 163 best holiday gift ideas for 2025, vetted by the Guardian US staff Sign up for the Filter US newsletter, your weekly guide to buying fewer, better things At the Filter US, our writers

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The 20+ best US Black Friday and Cyber Monday tech deals on TVs, tablets, phones, smart watches and more

The sales you’ve been waiting for all year have arrived. Snag deals from Samsung, Amazon, Sony and more The 43 very best US Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals, curated and vetted Sign up for the Filter US newsletter, your weekly guide to buying fewer, better things Black Friday started off as a way to

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