Welcome to the Future of Noise Canceling

This blurring of the lines between audio and health devices looks set to be a trend across the industry. “We really want to make sure that we take care of our customers’ hearing,” says Miikka Tikander, the Helsinki-based head of audio at Bang & Olufsen. Tikander points to recent data about the decline in hearing…

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Pros and Cons of All-in-One Washer-Dryer Combos

They can be pricey. All-in-one washer-dryers can cost $2,000 or more. The good news is that prices are leveling off. GE’s combo washer-dryer launched at nearly $2,900; now its GE Profile line offers two all-in-one models priced between $1,700 and $2,000. But sometimes these machines can be less expensive than buying a washer and dryer…

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Yes, Black People Use Self-Tanner, Too

According to Hartman, getting a smooth, even finish is all about the prep. “Exfoliation is one of the most important prep steps for self-tanner,” he says. It gets rid of dead skin so you’re not layering product on top of rough patches, which is how you end up with darker knees and ashy elbows. “Pay…

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Our Favorite Earbuds for Android Users Are $60 Off

Hunting for a fresh pair of earbuds for your Android phone? The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 are currently marked down to just $169 at Amazon, a $60 markdown from their usual price. I spotted the discounted price in three colors, Porcelain, Hazel, and Peony, with Moonstone and Wintergreen already sold out. Photograph: Julian Chokkattu…

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More Toyota and Lexus Vehicles Recalled for Debris in Engine

Vehicles Recalled• Lexus GX SUVs manufactured between May 31, 2023 and April 10, 2024• Lexus LX SUVs manufactured between Feb. 26, 2022 and April 2, 2024• Toyota Tundra pickup trucks manufactured between Nov. 22, 2021 and Feb. 14, 2024 The problem: At the factory, machining debris from the manufacturing process may not have been properly…

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Holiday Foods Face-Off: Which Is Healthier to Eat?

These two starters have a lot in common, starting with the fact that they’re both easy to overeat, as foods that are high in carbohydrates and sodium tend to be. Cheese and dips both pack a lot of sodium, and—unless you’re talking about vegetable- and bean-based dips like salsa, guacamole, or hummus—saturated fat. Calorie-wise, the…

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Talking Cars 482: Driving the 2025 Toyota 4Runner

Main Theme In this episode of the Talking Cars podcast, we discuss the redesigned sixth-generation 2025 Toyota 4Runner. Even though the outgoing generation has been around since 2010, it won over fans until the end with its relative simplicity, off-road capabilities, and reliability.  This updated, now larger 4Runner stays true to its roots as an…

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Best Body Washes From Our Tests

It’s to everyone’s benefit that body wash offerings, and my own discernment, have improved in recent years. I employed this enhanced sense of judgment in our recent evaluation of 19 body washes, alongside my colleagues Justin Krajeski, Ginger Cowles, and Mary Beth Quirk.  We evaluated body washes that our partner, MadeSafe, determined to be some…

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