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In the world of professional audio - particularly music recording and performance - Shure is well-known for producing exceptional sound and functionality from its microphones, in-ear monitors and headphones. In the world of consumer technology, however, it does not have the mainstream appeal of the likes of Apple, Beats, Sony or Bose. At least not when it comes toover-ear noise-cancelling headphones. Even if that’s down to marketing demographics, less consumer-friendly software, or just a lack of consumer mindshare, it’s certainly not down to headphone quality and capabilities....

Sony made a big play with theXperia 1 IIearlier in 2020, packing that flagship phone with a 4K display, and a high price to reflect its unique standing. The Xperia 5 II is a more compact flagship, that’s also more affordable, but in the process this smaller handset actually feels like a more complete package. It feels like the better Xperia phone. Our quick take The Sony Xperia 5 II has a lot going for it....

In case you didn’t get a memo, Chinese buyers are especially fond of oversized phones. In fact, for many Asians a jumbo-sized phone isn’t just a tablet replacement but their only mobile device. Counting on the phablet popularity inChina, Apple’s now found itself in a situation where it needs to increase output ofiPhone 6 Plusdue to higher than expected demand for the 5.5-inch Apple smartphone in the 1.33 billion people country, Apple’s second-largest market by revenue, DigiTimes reported Tuesday....

T-Mobile is holding apress conferencetomorrow to discuss a new way of doing business, which means getting rid of long-term contracts in favor of unsubsidized model that promises more affordable monthly installments in exchange for paying for the full price of your device upfront. As expected, the company has launched new off-contract plans as part of the “Uncarrier” initiative. These new tiers start at $50 a month for half a gigabyte data and top out at $120 a month 12....

The Classic Mini-Truck We Wish Mazda Would Bring Back As a brand, Mazda has gone to great lengths to cultivate its image as a purveyor of sporty, fun-to-drive vehicles. Case in point is its Miata roadster, the iconic rotary-engineRX-7 hatchback, and a catchy Zoom-Zoom ad campaign. But did you know that Mazda has produced pickup trucks since the late-1950s? Introduced to the American market in 1972, Mazda’s B-series was largely overshadowed byFord’s Courier, a rebadged version of the same truck but sold with the name recognition and dealership support of the Blue Oval brand....

The Not-So-Obvious Reason Android’s Nearby Share Can’t Find Your PC Remember Android Beam, where you could bring two phones up close to transfer photos and videos wirelessly? This NFC-based feature allowed for quick file transfers through Bluetooth without requiring any expenditure of your internet data. Though the feature is now a relic of the past, its spiritual successor,Nearby Share, offers the same with a pinch of more functionality. This tool has worked out so well that Google’s Files app has rebranded the Wi-Fi Direct feature as Nearby Share, allowing you to send over not just photos and videos but any file to another compatible device....

The Wooden Wonder Plane That Defied Traditional Aircraft Design The DH 98 Mosquito (aka “Mossie”) was one of the most adaptable aircraft used during World War II, with at least forty-two uniquely different versions built and operated by the British and her Allies. Odd, not only because it flew directly in the face of conventional aircraft design but because the British Air Ministry was “vehemently” against using it at first (viaSmithsonian National Air and Space Museum)....

Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 is now available on PC and consoles if you pre-ordered the digital deluxe edition, and like the first remake collection, it’s an absolute blast no matter what system you’re on. The series has always been easy to get into, but you have a long ramp ahead if you want to master each mechanic. It’s why having a grip on the controls is essential; here are the complete controls for Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4, whether you’re playing on PC or consoles....

Visible, a smaller and more affordable cellular service company run byVerizon Wireless, is expanding its plan offerings to better suit the needs of its users. Previously a single-plan carrier with unlimited 5G nationwide & 4G LTE data, talk, text, and unlimited personal hotspot included for $40 per month, Visible is reducing its cheapest plan to $30 per month and offering a new Visible+ option for $45 per month. The latest plan offering includes all the goodies of the original plan, but includes some extras, such as access to Verizon’s faster 5G ultra wideband network, higher priority data, and expanded international calling and texting support, among other things....

With the new free-to-play model across all systems forRainbow Six Siege X, it’s no surprise that dozens of new players are jumping into the game. But if beginners haven’t learned by now, this is not an easy game to get into. You’ll die quite often, and understanding why you died each time is vital to getting better. Review: Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege X There’s a lot to offer to get new players involved in Rainbow Six Siege X, but it isn’t like the old players went anywhere....

What Is Audi E-Tron & Which Production Models Have The Name? We’re still early enough into the transition to electric vehicles that automakers haven’t agreed on a set way to integrate them into their lineups. Some brands prefer to make minimal fuss about their EV options, giving them styling and names that match up closely to the rest of their combustion and hybrid models. Others have opted to make them stick out, highlighting their futuristic powertrains....

What Is The Most Difficult Yamaha Motorcycle To Ride? Here’s What Riders Say Yamaha has built quite a reputation among Japanese motorcycle manufacturers for offering something in every segment of bikes, from small city scooters to hyper-performance motorcycles. They have it all. Among seasoned rider circles, one Yamaha bike continually comes up as the most difficult to ride — the R1M. Interestingly, this hyper-performance bike is quite the fan favorite, and appreciated among motorcycle enthusiasts for its distinctive design, cutting edge technology, and high performance....

The tech world has been waiting for a little while now to see whatApplehasplanned for the Apple Watch SE 3. It is of course, hard to pinpoint what exactly might be in store that would set it apart from the SE 2 and making ti worth buying, considering the whole sales pitch is that it’s a pared-down version of thefull-fledged Apple Watch. If Bloomberg’s rumblings are correct, Apple might be taking a whole new direction—a direction the Cupertino company hasn’t taken with any of its other devices....