The Samsung Galaxy A06 is a newly released budget smartphone that stands out for retaining the 3.5mm headphone jack, a feature increasingly rare in modern devices. This makes it an appealing choice ...

The Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro Edition is one of the most powerful phones you can buy with a 3.5mm headphone jack. This is a gaming-focused phone that costs a pretty penny, but in return you get a powerful ...

Karandeep Singh Oberoi is a Durham College Journalism and Mass Media graduate who joined the Android Police team in April 2024, after serving as a full-time News Writer at Canadian publication ...

Nothing, the London-based tech brand known for its transparent gadgets and cheeky marketing, has once again leaned into its playful side for April Fools’ Day. This time, the company unveiled a product ...

Most smartphones these days come without a 3.5mm audio jack. While there are plenty of options for USB-C and wireless earbuds, some people still prefer their 3.5mm earbuds and headsets. Fortunately, ...

Seven years later, it's more clear than ever that the days of the headphone jack on mobile devices are numbered. Here's how Apple was the vanguard for the death of the port — and what might be next ...

Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Audio brand FiiO has released the KB3, a keyboard with a built-in DAC and headphone amp. Audio brand FiiO has ...

I bought a SteelSeries Arctis 3 headset (wired). This thing is kind of weird because it has 2 connector ports: a 3.5mm and a weird proprietary thing that resembles a mini-B USB connector that plugs ...

Chris Welch is a former senior reviewer who worked at The Verge from 2011 until May 2025. His coverage areas included audio (Sonos, Apple, Bose, Sony, etc.), home theater, smartphones, photography, ...