Top Tech of 2019 Highlights Wireless Audio and Hardware Advances
Engadget's best gadgets of 2019 showcase major leaps in wireless audio, PC processors, and foldable phones. The Sony WF-1000XM3 earbuds lead the pack as a standout example of this year's tech evolution.
Engadget releases its annual list of the best gadgets of 2019, highlighting a year of significant technological progress across multiple categories. The selection ranges from mainstream devices like the iPhone 11 Pro to niche gaming accessories, showcasing the broad appeal of this year's tech landscape. As the decade comes to a close, these picks reflect just how far consumer electronics have come in the past ten years.
True wireless earbuds experience a massive leap forward in 2019, with Sony's WF-1000XM3 stealing the crown from previous champion Jabra. These earbuds offer excellent sound quality, robust noise cancellation, and solid battery life at a more affordable price point than competing flagships. Across the industry, companies release smaller, more comfortable designs and significantly extend battery life beyond the brief three-hour limits of earlier generations.
Beyond audio, 2019 brings major developments in processors, PCs, and the emergence of foldable phones as a new device category. Apple enjoys a strong year with several well-received hardware launches, while the streaming world welcomes the successful debut of Disney+. Overall, it is a fantastic year for gadget enthusiasts, setting an exciting stage for the innovations expected in 2020.