Here’s how it works. There are many reasons a person may prefer in-ear headphones, also known as IEMs (in-ear monitors). Over-ears tend to offer a bigger, beefier sound, but in-ears grant you a more ...

I've been a contributing editor for PCMag since 2011. Before that, I was PCMag's lead audio analyst from 2006 to 2011. Even though I'm a freelancer now, PCMag has been my home for well over a ...

Mindfulness is a state of active, open attention to the present moment; in this state, an individual observes their thoughts and emotions with acceptance rather than judgment. Mindfulness is a ...

While over-ear headphones often deliver superior sound quality thanks to their larger drivers, the best wireless earbuds win on comfort, portability and convenience. Plus, they spare you from ...

Striving for excellence in all that you do is a worthy goal. Adaptive perfectionists set ambitious goals, work hard to achieve them, and are rewarded with personal growth. Yet some people eschew ...

Home remedies for ear infections include over-the-counter pain medication, cold compresses, hydrogen peroxide, and ear drops. It is important to remember that these remedies won't cure an ear ...

Too much earwax can cause rubbing of the ear or poking in the canal. A piece of ear wax can become dry and hard in the ear canal. This creates a feeling that an object is in the ear. Complete blockage ...