Why the Nothing Ear are my designated Tortured Poet's Department earbuds

                                                                                                                                              Plus, we tested Qi2 charging vs MagSafe on the iPhone 12🔋⚡ [Pocket-lint Logo](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202404181605%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018ef2d31f2e-70fc6ed1-b11d-44cc-beb2-05aba0bbe4dc-000000/EbR0xk72nMlbvAoZ1um8v-uIgnk=370) April 18, 2024 Share our newsletter with friends [here](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fpage%2Fnewsletter%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202404181605%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018ef2d31f2e-70fc6ed1-b11d-44cc-beb2-05aba0bbe4dc-000000/PmNjP0xZ5VjWjt50xMDzcJGDfTc=370)! Check out Christina Darby's Nothing Ear and Nothing Ear (a) earbud reviews -- which both launched for preorders today. The custom 11mm drivers and advanced equalizer on the Nothing Ears had her catching subtle details in her favorite Taylor Swift songs just in time to analyze every nuance in The Tortured Poet's Department album dropping at midnight. See her full reviews below, including her favorite songs to test while reviewing these earbuds. ✨🔊👂 Plus -- We've heard Qi2 charging is just as good as MagSafe for iPhone 12s. Jacob Fox got his hands on Nomad Good's Qi2 charging stand and tested it against a MagSafe charger on his iPhone 12 to see if the support rumors were true. 🪫⚡🔋📱 Be sure to check back tomorrow for fresh, hot takes from our back pocket to yours for more device, entertainment, lifestyle, and audio tech coverage. 😉 [Why the Nothing Ear are my designated Tortured Poet's Department earbuds](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fnothing-ear-review%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202404181605%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018ef2d31f2e-70fc6ed1-b11d-44cc-beb2-05aba0bbe4dc-000000/xMoNTa0T42ceXauhB3fE0r_gZzo=370) Nothing dropped numerical nomenclature with its Nothing Ear earbuds, which in name and performance is simple, yet makes a statement. [Nothing Ear](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fnothing-ear-review%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202404181605%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/2/0100018ef2d31f2e-70fc6ed1-b11d-44cc-beb2-05aba0bbe4dc-000000/V4BdgAGr70yXjlmeUq7-lrinGiE=370) I'm an earbud fanatic, but even I can admit that after a while, in-ears can all start looking (and even sounding) relatively the same. For that reason, it's always exciting when Nothing releases a new set, as the company is known for its innovative, [futuristic designs](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fwhat-is-risc-v-next-gen-wearable%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202404181605%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018ef2d31f2e-70fc6ed1-b11d-44cc-beb2-05aba0bbe4dc-000000/303pJ8EtqzmCHIWqznxkCcqcllA=370). Its latest release -- the Nothing Ear -- is no exception. Succeeding last year's Nothing Ear (2), the buds drop the numerical naming simply going by the Ear, instead of the perhaps predicted Ear (3). [Read More »](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fnothing-ear-review%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202404181605%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/3/0100018ef2d31f2e-70fc6ed1-b11d-44cc-beb2-05aba0bbe4dc-000000/YtUcqUAOLwgIiIwcZYN7rIXUdsk=370) [Garmin's Lily 2 smartwatch is a classy but capable fitness tracker](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fgarmin-lily-2-review%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202404181605%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018ef2d31f2e-70fc6ed1-b11d-44cc-beb2-05aba0bbe4dc-000000/VRJUtOF0OOF3Z5ne21LlgTzLjt0=370) The Garmin Lily 2 is a stylish smartwatch designed for small wrists with plenty of fitness and health features. [The Garmin Lily 2 on a wrist.](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fgarmin-lily-2-review%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202404181605%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/2/0100018ef2d31f2e-70fc6ed1-b11d-44cc-beb2-05aba0bbe4dc-000000/OuYpi24jKwZ2zW8lTZ_cWqGN2jc=370) It's well known that Garmin makes an extensive list of high-end fitness watches. While some of its devices feature less sporty designs, most scream, "I'm a fitness or adventure watch!" There are jokes and memes in the fitness and outdoor worlds about the type of people who wear their Garmin watch as a daily wearer. Perhaps I shouldn't admit it, but I am one of those people -- or I was until recently. [Read More »](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fgarmin-lily-2-review%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202404181605%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/3/0100018ef2d31f2e-70fc6ed1-b11d-44cc-beb2-05aba0bbe4dc-000000/Ivqzn1xw232Z_0f7LytrH1Gr9EQ=370) [Does the iPhone 12 support faster Qi2 wireless charging? I tested it to find out](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Ftesting-iphone-12-qi2-wireless-charging%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202404181605%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018ef2d31f2e-70fc6ed1-b11d-44cc-beb2-05aba0bbe4dc-000000/GZguvzKAcwrK2qQZ1R-YmBn71Zg=370) Spoiler alert: Yes, yes it does. [Qi chargers side by side](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Ftesting-iphone-12-qi2-wireless-charging%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202404181605%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/2/0100018ef2d31f2e-70fc6ed1-b11d-44cc-beb2-05aba0bbe4dc-000000/IhHo6sUtgI_uad4YXrZlJgSoMtY=370) The new wireless charging standard, [Qi2](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fwhat-is-qi2-wireless-charging-standard%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202404181605%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018ef2d31f2e-70fc6ed1-b11d-44cc-beb2-05aba0bbe4dc-000000/QzozFvdoXXp-dN3dTiBumLgIOD4=370) is finally here, and with it, Qi2 compatible charging stands and pads. [Apple's iPhones](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fbest-iphone%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202404181605%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018ef2d31f2e-70fc6ed1-b11d-44cc-beb2-05aba0bbe4dc-000000/Ql9b_RBLQYoAbE6G6tM8eD1z-Is=370) have been some of the first to adhere to the new standard. Until recently, however, the [iPhone 12](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fphones%2Freviews%2Fapple%2F154305-apple-iphone-12-review%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202404181605%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018ef2d31f2e-70fc6ed1-b11d-44cc-beb2-05aba0bbe4dc-000000/a449TYlwuc_QTj57TeljCQsdWBg=370) didn't support it -- only the iPhone 13, 14, and 15 did. However, after the release of iOS 17.4, I started to see [reports](%2F%2Fwww.macworld.com%2Farticle%2F2280827%2Fiphone-12-qi2-magnetic-wireless-charging-15w.html/1/0100018ef2d31f2e-70fc6ed1-b11d-44cc-beb2-05aba0bbe4dc-000000/AyxCVpxVOcEq9HP-7G_p_vM9zz4=370) that the iPhone 12 gained support for Qi2 charging, in addition to Apple's MagSafe charging. [Read More »](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Ftesting-iphone-12-qi2-wireless-charging%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202404181605%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/3/0100018ef2d31f2e-70fc6ed1-b11d-44cc-beb2-05aba0bbe4dc-000000/QaNe5LlKxC3hm-VMVF428kDAlBI=370) New in tech today [Samsung's $400 Galaxy A35 5G arrives in the US with two-day battery life](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fsamsung-a35-5g-us-availability%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202404181605%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018ef2d31f2e-70fc6ed1-b11d-44cc-beb2-05aba0bbe4dc-000000/ndRCJRGxhUhME5cVkuvzjhpvJ2k=370) Samsung's A series gets a big upgrade with the latest addition to the lineup. [The Samsung A35 5G in water.](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fsamsung-a35-5g-us-availability%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202404181605%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/2/0100018ef2d31f2e-70fc6ed1-b11d-44cc-beb2-05aba0bbe4dc-000000/Q4GdBb99AzpqLXdO5Rn21NLZr_0=370) Image credit: Samsung One of Samsung's latest [Android phones](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fbest-android-phone%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202404181605%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018ef2d31f2e-70fc6ed1-b11d-44cc-beb2-05aba0bbe4dc-000000/xgSp6CBaAdVyJdiuOOrKlWfwplE=370), the Galaxy A35 5G, is now available in the US after originally premiering overseas. The mid-range phone is equipped with features like an octa-core processor, a 6.6-inch FHD+ (1,080 x 2,220) Super AMOLED display, and screen refresh rates up to 120Hz. [Read More »](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fsamsung-a35-5g-us-availability%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202404181605%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/3/0100018ef2d31f2e-70fc6ed1-b11d-44cc-beb2-05aba0bbe4dc-000000/roIrallhHiIQrcfi4hMpXm4MMm8=370) In case you missed it [Nothing Ear vs Nothing Ear (a): Which bud is for you?](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fnothing-ear-vs-nothing-ear-a%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202404181605%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018ef2d31f2e-70fc6ed1-b11d-44cc-beb2-05aba0bbe4dc-000000/3P1mi8iwDZaMeIQoRrioQQI2Vcc=370) [6 features my Samsung Galaxy phone has that I use everyday](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fsamsung-galaxy-features-i-cant-live-without%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202404181605%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018ef2d31f2e-70fc6ed1-b11d-44cc-beb2-05aba0bbe4dc-000000/0On6u0cUxKYki2hq0Ucky5jUh_s=370) [Best mirrorless cameras: A model for every skill level](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fbest-mirrorless-camera%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202404181605%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018ef2d31f2e-70fc6ed1-b11d-44cc-beb2-05aba0bbe4dc-000000/MrMF0KnhlJqXJZYEKPWkmIzMPd8=370) [My 5 favorite hidden iPad features](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fipad-hidden-features%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202404181605%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018ef2d31f2e-70fc6ed1-b11d-44cc-beb2-05aba0bbe4dc-000000/aOM8oOX44Y0KCFDYF7F1yxkpepg=370) [5 things to know about ANC (Active Noise Cancellation)](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fwhat-is-active-noise-cancellation%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202404181605%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018ef2d31f2e-70fc6ed1-b11d-44cc-beb2-05aba0bbe4dc-000000/qsn0G3MWQ7se8iO7QzbQc7vh82A=370) And finally... [The best thing about Nothing Ear (a) is they're yellow](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fnothing-ear-a-review%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202404181605%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018ef2d31f2e-70fc6ed1-b11d-44cc-beb2-05aba0bbe4dc-000000/L1w8xiB0j1LZY7Et7mVjZfvdrOk=370) And with pro features, fabulous ANC, only $99, they're just so good I have almost nothing more to say. [Nothing Ear (a) yellow earbuds in hand](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fnothing-ear-a-review%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202404181605%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/2/0100018ef2d31f2e-70fc6ed1-b11d-44cc-beb2-05aba0bbe4dc-000000/RfetNudInivNZGyLiPV1bwli0RY=370) We loved the [Nothing Ear (Stick)](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fphones%2Freviews%2Fnothing%2F163924-nothing-ear-stick-review%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202404181605%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018ef2d31f2e-70fc6ed1-b11d-44cc-beb2-05aba0bbe4dc-000000/pdimgroT0raMg9HPabCMWxBiOkw=370) that debuted in late 2022, appreciating its experimental form factor that paid homage to another pocketable constant: lipstick. A little over a year later, [Nothing](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fnothing-phone-2a-review%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202404181605%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018ef2d31f2e-70fc6ed1-b11d-44cc-beb2-05aba0bbe4dc-000000/W4Q5dswbrotL5LlejLsFmeSbX7w=370) is putting another fun spin on earbuds, but this time with a fully in-ear set of [earbuds](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fsoundcore-c30i-review%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202404181605%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/1/0100018ef2d31f2e-70fc6ed1-b11d-44cc-beb2-05aba0bbe4dc-000000/FtbcZREWNgXhaRIQLYr05aRXBbE=370) that pack a pop of color -- the Nothing Ear (a). [Read More »](%2F%2Fwww.pocket-lint.com%2Fnothing-ear-a-review%2F%3Futm_medium=newsletter%26utm_campaign=PL-202404181605%26utm_source=PL-NL%26user=dHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luODZAZ21haWwuY29t/3/0100018ef2d31f2e-70fc6ed1-b11d-44cc-beb2-05aba0bbe4dc-000000/NS0tALSfRopyDJYiHBPs1UHIzqc=370) Thanks for reading -- if you're enjoying the email, why not get a friend to sign up too, so they can also be in the know? 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