headphones

If you're looking to improve the audio coming from your iPod, iPhone, iPad, or Mac, a new set of headphones is probably the most rewarding upgrade you can make. However, the variety of styles and options is wider than ever—and the opportunities for in-person testing even fewer. To help you find the perfect set of headphones, here’s the 2010 edition of my yearly buying guide: what to look (and listen) for, descriptions of the different types, and specific recommendations.