Gadgets: These earbuds rock

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Status Audio’s limited-edition Pro X GoldenSound true wireless earbuds deliver an impressive combination of exceptional clarity, detailed, full-bodied sound, and a distinctive, eye-catching design. Although I haven’t reviewed the original Status Pro X, these earbuds made an immediate impression. From the moment I put them on, I was struck by the outstanding sound quality. Simply put, they rock.

The first thing you’ll notice when you unbox the Status Pro X GoldenSound Edition is its striking appearance. This special edition features an exclusive gold-and-black color scheme that gives the earbuds a sophisticated, premium look.

While earbuds have traditionally been finished in black, this special-edition ergonomic model adds a gold finish to the bottom third of its uniquely rectangular stems. The design is eye-catching, and the earbuds sit comfortably in your ears. For owners of previous generations of the Status earbuds, they are listed as having a 21% smaller ergonomic profile.

While the limited-edition Status Pro X GoldenSound Edition stands out, what you hear is what counts, and it doesn't disappoint. Each earbud has a triple-driver system featuring a 12mm dynamic driver and two Knowles balanced-armature drivers.

While the specs sound great, what it means to the average listener is that they sound great. You get crystal-clear, natural sound with deep bass for an advanced listening experience. In my testing, I put them to use on a variety of playlists, and they shone no matter what I played.

These Bluetooth 5.3 earbuds feature advanced noise control, including enhanced hybrid ANC and an adjustable transparency mode. For hands-free calls, they include three beamforming microphones and Voiceloom AI. Your caller hears you, not the ambient noise around you.

The Status Hub app (Android and iOS) lets you easily switch between sound presets, an 8-band EQ for customized sound, and listening modes. In the app, you can customize on-ear tapping for volume, mute, play/pause, and track selection. The app also shows the earbuds' last known location if they are lost.

https://www.status.co/products/goldensound-pro-x $279

Pioneer has recently launched a line of premium smartphone car-charging accessories designed to simplify daily drives for professionals and commuters, helping ensure you never reach your destination with an uncharged phone.

For wireless charging, the SDA-SC600 Qi2 Magnetic Smartphone Cradle ($64.99) delivers 15W fast charging. It includes an air vent mounting adapter for easy mounting and angle adjustment. A built-in cooling fan keeps charging safe by keeping the cradle cool. An adjustable RGB LED ring can be set to match your car’s aesthetic.

Pioneer’s new USB-C to USB-C cables have a durable design with both silicone and braided finishes. The 3-foot, 3-inch cords start at $19.99 and support up to 60 watts of charging for Android and Apple smartphones, plus CarPlay and Android Auto. The premium illuminated cords include a blue LED indicator built into the connector to help you find them in the dark.

The Dual-Port Car Charger ($25.99) connects to your car's 12-volt port, commonly known as the cigarette lighter. It has a 20-watt USB-C port and an 18-watt USB-A port and can be used simultaneously with two devices.

The battery life offers up to eight hours of playtime per charge, with the portable storage/charging case adding another 24 hours. Using a louder volume and ANC can slightly reduce the time between charges.

https://usa.pioneer/collections/accessories

Better Mobile Xperience’s Solidsafe Duo ($79.99) is a compact 5,000 mAh power bank, which magnetically attaches to compatible smartphones for wireless charging.

The pocket-sized charger (3.03 × 3.46 × 0.43 inches), with a semi-solid-state cell built for Apple’s new iPhone Duo foldable iPhone, includes an integrated 360-degree ring stand to support different ways users can use the charger on the folding screen. This allows the charging to be done while the phone is in different viewing angles, including portrait, landscape or partially folded.

Safety features in the custom-made semi-solid-state battery: BMX states that the battery's contents reduce the amount of flammable electrolyte in the cell and help minimize fire risk from heat, physical damage or internal short circuits.

It supplies wireless charging up to 15 watts or 20 watts with the attached USB-C lanyard cable. A full-color TFT LCD shows how much power is remaining while in use and while it’s being charged up itself.

The BMX Solidsafe Air 5,000mAh power bank ($59.99) is ultra-thin, at 0.26 inches. It also uses semi-solid-state battery technology to reduce overheating risk and delivers 15W Qi2 magnetic charging or up to 20W USB-C charging.

For double the power, the Solidsafe Air 10,000mAh power bank ($79.99) is just 0.512 inches thick. It also supports Qi2 magnetic charging up to 25 watts and 30 watts via USB-C.

https://heybmx.com/collections/solid-state-power-banks