{
  "id": 17585309,
  "title": "The Beats 360 are eye-catching and impressively customizable, but does the listening experience match up?",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/01/the-beats-360-are-eye-catching-and-impressively-customizable-but-does",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-01T10:05:29.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Mashable",
    "slug": "mashable",
    "url": "https://mashable.com/tech/beats-360-headphones-review"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Beats 360 headphones boast an eye-catching design and a high price tag of $349.99, matching the launch price of the Beats Studio Pro. They feature replaceable components, including ear cushions and headbands, allowing users to mix and match different color options. The headphones come in four initial colors - black, cloud, pink, and sky - with additional cushion sets available in six more colors and two UltraPlush faux leather shades. While the headphones are comfortable for extended wear, the magnetic case for additional cushion sets sometimes struggled to close securely. The Beats 360 also lack a headphone jack and USB-C listening functionality, potentially limiting listening options for users. Unfortunately, adjustable audio settings are absent, despite the inclusion of customizable color options. Despite the appealing design, the listening experience may not fully match up to the high price point.",
  "summary": "The Beats 360 are the first flagship headphones from the brand in two years, so Mashable's headphones expert put them to the test.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}