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1. How Nothing Designed 'Ear 1s' to Beat Apple AirPods

   The head of design at Nothing explains how their product could take on Apple's all-conquering wireless earbuds, at a fraction of the cost.

2. The Best Cheap Phones for (Almost) Every Budget

   There’s little reason to pay top dollar for a phone these days. These are our favorite Android devices and iPhones for $200 to $500.

3. Samsung's Flagship Soundbar Brings Theater Audio to Your Home

   The HW-Q950A is spendy, but the setup is dead simple, and it won't fail to immerse you in your favorite movies and shows.

4. Power Up Anywhere With the Best Travel Adapters

   When going abroad, these plugs are essential to keep your gadgets charged. These are our favorites.

5. TCL's New Android Phones Can't Keep Up With the Competition

   The TCL 20 Pro 5G, 20S, and 20 SE are perfectly capable and affordable handsets, but you can do better.