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Tom’s Guide
Tom’s Guide
Technology
Erin Bashford

I tested the new Nothing Headphone (a) and I’m obsessed with the sci-fi design — but I'd hoped Nothing might’ve improved the sound

The nothing headphone (a) photographed against the blue tom's guide background, showing the transparent and white ear cups with red accents, the padded headband, and the accessories including 3.5mm jack.

The Nothing Headphone (a) are some of the most exciting new headphones on the market right now. I’m so sick of audio brands making boring — sorry, “discreet” — headphones that look like every other pair of over-ears. I respect a brand that goes above and beyond to make visually interesting tech, so I couldn’t wait to get my hands on the Headphone (a).

But is this enough to make them some of the best headphones you can get? Hmm, well, it depends. Yes, if you wouldn’t class yourself as an audiophile and you just want some funky cans to vibe out to. On the other hand, if you take music quality super seriously, then I’d recommend something else.

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