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Apple leads as Sony, Bose, Nothing join September wave of new headphones and earbuds

Major audio makers including Apple, Sony and Bose rolled out new headphones and earbuds throughout September, intensifying competition in the portable audio market. Products ranged from lower-priced models to premium offerings, highlighting differing strategies. Apple unveiled two AirPods 5 models and added a Beats 360 variant. Sony refreshed three headphone models. Sonos emphasised ecosystem connectivity, while Bose introduced a $99 wired earbud with ANC. Nothing and Technics launched premium over-ear models late in the month.

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AirPods 5 adds ANC, but AirPods Pro 3 still leads on health, fit and noise control

Apple has added active noise cancelling to AirPods 5 unveiled this month, lifting the appeal of its entry wireless earbuds. Differences with the higher-end AirPods Pro 3 extend beyond price to design, health functions, hearing protection and noise control, according to NineToFiveMac. AirPods 5 uses an open-fit design, while Pro 3 uses in-ear tips for a more secure fit. Pro 3 also offers heart-rate tracking, hearing test and hearing-aid functions, hearing protection and stronger ANC.

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Beats launches cushion-swapping \'Beats 360\' headphones, compared with AirPods Max 2

Beats, Apple’s audio brand, has launched its new over-ear headphones, the Beats 360, pitching a lower price and longer battery life than the AirPods Max 2. Both models support Apple-device features such as fast pairing, automatic device switching and Find My, but differ in materials, sound, smart functions and battery. Engadget said AirPods Max 2 led slightly in sound quality and wired audio, while Beats 360 was lighter, offered more replaceable parts and ran longer on a charge.