Bluetooth audio is on the rise, thanks in no small part to Apple’s removal of the headphone jack from the iPhone 7. Although most mobile devices can transmit Bluetooth audio, not all stereo systems ...

Not every piece of hardware is Bluetooth-compatible. Older gear like TVs, gaming consoles and some in-flight entertainment systems just can’t connect on their own. But a Bluetooth adapter can easily ...

iPhone 7’s lack of a headphone jack means more people than ever are considering an upgrade to new wireless, Bluetooth headphones. But if you don’t want to make the jump, or love your old headphones ...

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Just to confirm, 2.5mm or 3.5mm? I’m no all-knowing audio deity by any means but I’ve only ever heard of a 2.5mm connection being used for a balanced audio signal and never heard of it being included ...

3.5mm ports are still included on new laptops, because many people still own and prefer wired headphones and earbuds for several reasons. For one, they are generally cheaper than wireless alternatives ...