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How to choose noise-cancelling headphones
Strong ANC is table stakes now. Comfort, battery and connectivity are what separate the good from the great.
Noise cancelling strength
All ANC works best on steady low sounds like engines and air conditioning. Premium models also handle voices and irregular noise better.
Comfort and weight
If you'll wear them for hours, weight and clamping force matter as much as sound. Lighter models are easier on long flights.
Battery and connectivity
Look for 25+ hours with ANC on, USB-C fast charging, and multipoint if you switch between a laptop and phone.
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