The loss of the headphone jack on the smartphone looks here to stay, which makes going wireless for one's music needs an ever-growing temptation.
And true wireless earbuds, which are getting better in sound quality and value, seem to be the earphones to get for those who want music, games and other media on the move without fumbling for a dongle or adapter.
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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on June 27, 2018, with the headline ST's new earphones picks for jack-less smarphones. Subscribe