If used on and off, then the battery wouldn’t run dry for days. Anker deserves recognition for marketing these as lasting 40 hours, as this is more accurate when noise-canceling is turned on. These can easily last 60+ hours without ANC. Meanwhile, In terms of tonal quality, the voices sound crystal clear because the mids aren’t drowned out by the lows or highs, as they are on higher-priced headphones. Things we don’t like It's particularly in the midrange (where vocalists do their thing) that the Audio-Technica ATH-WP900 really shine: the more communicative your favourite singer, the better they'll sound through these cans. There are some weaknesses, but they're a fantastic pair of headphones overall.

Practically all the over-ear and on-ear Bluetooth headphones can deliver at least 10 hours of playtime per one charge (50% vol). The majority of Bluetooth headphones will deliver 15-20 hours but that’s not the maximum. In some cases, you will get more than 20 or 30 hours, or even more than 40 hours per one charge. The most capable headphones can deliver up to 60 hours. The batteries are getting smaller but more capable every day and, soon, we will have headphones with much longer playtimes. Budget: Finally, consider your budget and choose a pair of headphones that offers the best value for your money, taking into account the sound quality, comfort, durability, and features you need.Microphone: Many models come with a built-in microphone, making them suitable for use with voice-activated devices and for making phone calls.

Depending on how you want to use your headphones, you should also keep an eye on the impedance, measure in ohms (Ω), which is a useful signifier of quality, especially if you're planning to use headphones with a dedicated amp. Below 32Ω you'll have no issues using a smartphone, but quality will suffer through electrical vibrations. Higher quality models – especially for home use with a headphone amp – have much higher impedance, but demand more power to drive them fully, which smartphones struggle to provide. The control/input scheme is simple and intuitive. All the controls and inputs, except for the AUX input, are located on the right cup. On the faceplate of the right cup, there’s a DALI logo that doubles as a play/pause/call button. Above and below the logo, there are volume buttons. Along the rim of the right cup, you will see the power button, USB-C charging/connection port, and battery status indicators.When selecting headsets based on sound quality, it is essential to examine a number of criteria. The larger the driver size, in general, the better the sound quality. Look for headsets that have at least 40mm drivers. A wider frequency range indicates that the headset can reproduce a broader range of sounds. Look for headsets with at least a frequency range of 20Hz to 20kHz. All in all, for reliable sound quality, choose famous brands like Bose, Sennheiser, and Sony. Design The touch controls on the JBL Live 460NC are not always responsive, and a double tap may be missed at times. The auto-play/pause feature is far too sensitive and can prove to be extremely irritating! A slight tilt or turn of the head can activate it and randomly stop your music. DALI IO-4 headphones deliver balanced sound. If you’re are into bass-heavy music, you may not be amazed. If you, on the other hand, prefer the type of sound that’s closer to audiophile standards, with nice and punchy bass, clear treble, and detailed midrange, you are going to love them. Things we don’t like While the design is a little bit more colourful than we would ideally like, the build quality is top notch, and they sit nice and comfortably on the head. We're fans of the way that the headphones fold in on themselves, making them easier to carry around with you, and at 255 grams they're lighter than a lot of their competitors which helps for long listening sessions. Sound Quality: The most important factor to consider when choosing headphones is sound quality. Look for headphones with balanced and detailed audio reproduction across the frequency spectrum.