Fairphone Fairbuds: Sustainable listening with easy repairs

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Tired of throwing away earbuds when the batteries die? Fairphone, the company behind the ultra-repairable Fairphone 5, has a solution: the Fairbuds. These wireless earbuds are designed for easy repairability, letting you replace batteries within the buds and the charging case itself.

Unlike most earbuds, Fairbuds are built to last. You can repair or swap individual components like the left or right earbud, silicone rings, earbud tips, the charging case's outer shell, and even its core. This extends the product's lifespan significantly, which means you can keep it around longer and potentially reduce your electronic waste.

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Razer expands console headset lineup with BlackShark V2 X for PlayStation and Xbox

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Aside from the BlackShark V2 Pro, Razer has unveiled the BlackShark V2 X, a new wired esports headset designed for PlayStation and Xbox gamers. The headset promises a triple threat of features to enhance your competitive edge: superior audio, crystal-clear communication, and immersive noise cancellation.

The BlackShark V2 X utilizes Razer's TriForce drivers, separating audio frequencies for highs, mids, and lows. This translates to richer trebles, clearer midrange, and powerful bass, allowing you to pinpoint every in-game detail.

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Razer BlackShark V2 Pro invades consoles: Pro-level audio for PlayStation and Xbox gamers

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Elite esports athletes can now dominate on console too, thanks to the new Razer BlackShark V2 Pro for PlayStation and Xbox. Building on the PC version, these headsets promise unmatched audio precision, crystal-clear communication, and marathon comfort—all optimized for competitive console gaming.

Engineered alongside top players like Hakis (Alliance) and Shotzzy (OpTic Gaming), the BlackShark V2 Pro for console features the Razer HyperClear Super Wideband Mic. This next-gen mic captures every detail of your voice, ensuring clear and natural communication with your teammates.

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Meta Quest 3 lets you use the headset while lying down

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Exciting updates are rolling out for Meta Quest. Livestreamers can rejoice—broadcasts will now continue uninterrupted even when you take the headset off. This means smoother transitions and a more professional stream.

For Quest 3 owners, the update brings even more. You can now leverage the power of an external microphone via the USB-C port for crystal-clear voice chat and content creation. Additionally, the passthrough mixed reality feature receives a resolution and image quality boost, making the blend between the virtual and real worlds even more seamless.

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