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4.0

1 review

Hi-res wireless playback was positively treated in the single scored review as a meaningful listening benefit.

Pros: Codec support, Water/sweat resistance rating

Cons: Noise isolation (passive), Design and Aesthetics

3.6

4 reviews

Hi-res or wired playback evidence is split, from strong USB-C wired praise to one review saying wired playback made sound worse.

Pros: Stability, Bluetooth

Cons: Smudge resistance, Smart Pause performance

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