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Outside just launched a text-to-speech feature that makes it easier to stay caught up on the headlines—without spending more time in front of a screen. Here's how to access it.
We tested 55 models on runs, swims, climbs, and commutes to find the best earbuds for every listener and budget
After a remarkable 20-year stretch as a journalist, Don Katz switched hats and created one of the most successful tech and media startups of all time. Here he talks about how a love of words fueled his ambitions in both professional pursuits.
What’s stranger than a story about people stuffing ferrets down their pants? How about that story leading the writer to create one of the largest, most successful digital media companies, ever
We tested 20 new products on trails, treadmills, and trains to find the best earbuds and headphones for every listener and budget
We Loved the Classic Look of These Earbuds from Marshall. Then We Were Wowed by Their Sound Quality.
The Marshall Motif II ANC earbuds made us feel like we were inside a recording studio
Our founding host, Peter Frick-Wright, is returning—and we couldn’t be more excited
In that low moment when he realized his far-flung journey wasn’t going to be what he imagined, there was only one thing to do: let out the gas
Make your loved ones’ lives easier with these cutting-edge products
Swedish novelist John Ajvide Lindqvis created a scary audio story geo-locked within his country’s borders to lure visitors into its beautiful natural areas. For Halloween only, you can listen to it anywhere in the world.
A beekeeping documentary, ‘Jurassic World: Dominion,’ and all things Obi Wan Kenobi
On his first album in five years, the singer-songwriter brings us a collection of heartfelt tracks that offer warmth and comfort when we really need it
In an exclusive interview about his first album in five years, the multiplatinum-selling musician opens up about his competitive side, songwriting, and the struggle to stay optimistic in trying times
‘Top Gun: Maverick,’ a Woodstock playlist, and ‘Under the Banner of Heaven’
The Revolution Go is an ideal machine for toting your favorite records to picnics, park days, or anywhere else under the sun
This travel speaker impresses with studio-quality sound
An Everest thriller, ‘Bad Vegan,’ and Alex Honnold in the Amazon
‘Severance,’ a John Green audiobook, and ‘60 Songs That Explain the ’90s’
You need more natural silence in your life. Find it in these parks.
‘Normal Gossip,’ a book about navigation, and ‘Abbott Elementary’
Some runners swear by their pump playlists, but I’d rather listen to a great book
A poet laureate’s memoir, ‘Station Eleven,’ and a lacrosse film based on a true story
Hunter S. Thompson, Taylor Swift, and ‘King Richard’
‘The Secret History,’ ‘Battle Royale,’ and the latest Sally Rooney novel
Fiction by Colson Whitehead, a Tokyo 2020 video game, and a fascinating history of coyotes
The country singer-songwriter talks to Outside about the restorative power of nature, the unexpected blessings of quarantine, and the origins of his album ‘Country Again: Side A’
Oprah’s interview with Elliot Page, a history of the national park system centering Indigenous perspectives, and more
This season’s best new podcasts include a thoughtful true-crime show set in Malibu and a history of climbing hosted by Alex Honnold
Equipment to help you get lost in the music
After this year, we can use all the help we can get
Chris Watson, the legendary field recordist for David Attenborough’s films, says this is a unique opportunity to discover the art and pleasure of hearing our world
From a cult-favorite publisher launching a national-parks series to a Kevin Costner–narrated app, these five new releases are reinventing the traditional field guide
The books, movies, podcasts, and music that our editors couldn't stop talking about
The books, movies, podcasts, music, and more that our editors couldn't stop talking about
The books, movies, podcasts, music, and more that our editors couldn't stop talking about
Top-notch tunes need equipment to match
These are the tools you need to get started
Sure, the latest Bose or Sony are great, but not if you're on a budget. Here's how three top-rated affordable headphone options stack up.
The books, movies, podcasts, music, and more that our editors couldn't stop talking about
Sure, the latest Bose or Sony are great, but you can find good sound quality if you're on a budget. Here's how three top-rated affordable options stack up.
Fifteen classics of the genre that share campfire tales, athlete interviews, and the occasional Bigfoot search
Don't let an overnight flight stop you from arriving at your destination well rested and ready for adventure
After Kyle Dickman nearly died from a rattlesnake bite in Yosemite, he began a quest to understand what venom really does to us
Audio gear you’ll find any excuse to use
With a goal of forming connections through audio-based workouts on your phone, Aaptiv might be the end of personal trainers
Is it too much to ask for a little serenity, people?
A more restful night is just a wireless snore-neutralizing soundscape generator away
Add-ons to make giving it your best shot a little bit easier
The feature-loaded, do-it-all smartwatches that give elites a competitive edge
We put together this list of seven essentials for keeping the groove going no matter where you are
After several weeks testing the new camera, our editor came away seriously impressed with several of its upgrades
A software update brings phone-free music experience to the Watch
Handcrafted in Italy, the Bike Butler ($4,265) is much more than just a bike hanger. An Elipson IC4 Bluetooth speaker is mounted inside, and there's also a wireless phone charger and four USB ports to charge accessories like bikes lights and a GPS.
Yes, it’s a speaker built into a real Pelican Case
Fender just released its first Bluetooth speaker and it rocks
You might be a disappointment, but the stuff you give your dad doesn’t have to be
A legendary war photographer now leaves his Leicas at home
All Your Music Will Sound Better On This Reclaimed Wood Speaker
Great audio took over the outdoors world this year, and not just because Outside launched a show of our own in March. Now it's time to take a look back.
Though it is humble, it will always come to the rescue when nothing else seems right
The books, movies, music, podcasts, and other media on our radar
The books, movies, music, podcasts, and other media on our radar
The books, movies, music, podcasts, and other media on our radar
The books, movies, music, podcasts, and other media on our radar
The books, movies, music, podcasts, and other media on our radar
The books, movies, music, podcasts, and other media on our radar
The books, movies, music, podcasts, and other happenings on our radar
The books, movies, music, podcasts, and other happenings on our radar
The books, movies, music, podcasts, and other happenings on our radar
The books, movies, music, podcasts, and other happenings on our radar