Ever get the feeling your earbuds are judging your music taste? 🎧 Well, it's time to show them who’s boss! The Technics EAH–AZ100 earphones just dropped to a stunning $198, and apparently, that's the "upgrade" we all desperately need. Because, you know, nothing screams status like being able to hear every note of your off-key singing in Dolby Atmos.

These little gems promise hi-fi sound and class-leading ANC (Active Noise Cancellation)—which is just a fancy way of saying they’ll audibly block out your roommate’s tragic attempts at cooking. And hey, if you’ve ever wanted to connect your earbuds to three devices at once, rejoice! Now you can seamlessly switch from your podcast to avoiding that awkward phone call with your ex.

I mean, sure, my old earbuds have a certain charm (like the charm of a distressed vintage jacket, only not as cool), but do they really compare to sound quality that makes you feel like you’re front-row at a concert? Nope!

So, ready to take the plunge? Or are we just going to continue enduring our “vintage” audio experiences and pretend that’s a vibe? 🤔

It’s a tough choice, but at