The 9 best new headphones and earbuds we saw at IFA 2026: tiny keychain AirTag buds, big Beyerdynamic cans, 'Noise' with sound by Bose, and much more
Our 9 favorite headphone innovations from the huge annual IFA tech exhibition
At the 2026 IFA tech expo in Berlin, a diverse lineup of innovative headphones and earbuds was showcased, offering users a range of options from tiny keychain AirTag buds to high-end models. Noise, a leading Indian connected lifestyle and smart technology brand, collaborated with Bose to create the Master Buds Open, open earbuds that resemble Star Trek's 1960s design. Co-founder Amit Khatri expressed excitement about the product's premium audio and design.
Belkin, known for power banks, introduced the SoundForm Isolate Buds and SoundForm Dot Buds at IFA. Priced affordably at £39.99 ($54, AU$80) and £29.99 ($40, AU$60) respectively, these earbuds feature active noise cancellation (ANC).
Beyerdynamic, a renowned audio manufacturer, unveiled its Aventho Y over-ear headphones at a significantly discounted price. The headphones feature active noise cancellation and an impressive battery life of over 90 hours. Beyerdynamic also marketed the headphones as its "most personal headphone yet," designed to adapt to individual listening preferences.
Baseus surprised attendees with the release of the Bowie MC2 NC, an upgrade to their open-air earbuds. The new model incorporates active noise cancellation, offering an alternative to the previous model's cuffs. Priced at $99.99 ($99.99, AU$180), the NC earbuds present an intriguing option for those seeking ANC in a budget-friendly earbud.
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