Not long ago, neckband headphones were the way to go if you wanted wireless earbuds with active noise cancelling (ANC) or even just a good battery life. However, companies have been getting better and better at cramming these powerful features into ultra-compact, true wireless earbuds.
While neckband headphones might seem outdated, they’re still very popular. Many people prefer that you can put them around your neck and forget about them. You can enjoy having your music at arm’s reach all day without worrying about dropping your earbuds or forgetting where you put them. Even though truly wireless technology is catching up, neckband headphones generally have better microphone and battery performance. However, many manufacturers don’t make neckband headphones anymore, and a lot of popular options have been discontinued, so you may need to look around or be prepared to find these products second-hand.