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Lokesh Jaral

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Lokesh Jaral is a tech writer covering audio wearables, testing earbuds and open-ear devices for sound, comfort, and real-world performance.

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Buying guideBest ANC Headphones 2026: The Ultimate Buying GuideFor those who have experienced the frustration of working in a loud coffee shop, taking flights or simply focusing at home amidst other people’s...Smart Audio WearablesApr 30, 2026

Best AirPods Alternatives

Buying guideBest Earphones for iOS That Are Not AirPods!We’ve all heard of and maybe even used Apple AirPods at some point in our lives. They've become the go-to option when it comes...Smart Audio WearablesApr 22, 2026

AirPods Max 2 vs Beats Studio Pro

VersusAirPods Max 2 vs Beats Studio Pro: Don’t Buy Until You Read ThisWhen I first picked up both the AirPods Max 2 and the Beats Studio Pro, I already had a rough expectation in my mind....Smart Audio WearablesApr 21, 2026

AirPods Max 2 vs Bose QuietComfort Ultra

VersusAirPods Max 2 vs Bose QuietComfort Ultra: Which ANC Headphones Should You Buy in 2026?If you’ve ever used premium headphones, you already know one thing: specs don’t tell the full story. What matters is how they feel after...Smart Audio WearablesApr 20, 2026

AirPods Max 2 vs AirPods Pro 3

VersusAirPods Max 2 vs AirPods Pro 3: Which Apple Headphones Should You Buy in 2026?Choosing between the AirPods Max 2 vs AirPods Pro 3 used to be a simple over-ear vs. earbud debate. But once I started switching...Smart Audio WearablesApr 20, 2026

AirPods Max 2 vs Sony WH-1000XM6

VersusAirPods Max 2 vs Sony WH-1000XM6: The Winner Might Surprise YouWhen it comes to premium headphones, two names always come up: Apple Inc. and Sony. And honestly, after using both the AirPods Max 2...Smart Audio WearablesApr 17, 2026

Airpods Max 2 vs Airpods Max

VersusAirPods Max 2 vs AirPods Max: Should You Upgrade?If you’ve ever used premium headphones, you know that not all of them feel the same. Some sound good, some feel comfortable, but only...Smart Audio WearablesApr 17, 2026

Airpods Max 2 review

ReviewAirPods Max 2 Review: Worth the Upgrade?I was sitting in an airport lounge last month and an airport is a kind of place where the hum of air conditioners and...Smart Audio WearablesApr 16, 2026

Huawei FreeBuds Pro 5 review

ReviewHuawei FreeBuds Pro 5 Review: High-Resolution Audio Meets Intelligent ANCOver the last few years, I’ve basically turned my ears into a testing ground for every major earbud out there. I’ve tried everything from...Smart Audio WearablesMar 29, 2026

Moto Buds 2 and 2 Plus

ExplainerMoto Buds 2 and Moto Buds 2 Plus ExplainedI still remember the moment I realised how much good earbuds matter. I was sitting in a noisy cafe, trying to focus on work,...Smart Audio WearablesMar 26, 2026

Nothing Headphone (a)

ExplainerNothing Headphone (a) Announced at MWC: Specs, 135-Hour Battery and Stylish New Colours ExplainedI’ve always been that guy who forgets to charge his tech until the very last second. You know the feeling, you’re about to head...Smart Audio WearablesMar 25, 2026

Timekettle Interpreter Buds

ExplainerHow the TimeKettle Interpreter Buds Work: Translation Earbuds ExplainedHave you ever been in a situation where you’re trying to order a simple coffee in a foreign city, but you end up accidentally...Smart Audio WearablesMar 24, 2026

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