Beats Solo 4 headphones ZDNET's key takeaways The Beats Solo 4 headphones retail for $200 in Matte Black, Slate Blue, and Cloud Pink
Beats' best-selling headphones return with up-to-date features, signaling that the company used the product's long hiatus wisely
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I've spent a lot of time testing headphones, and I always find a new favorite with every new release. But one pair of headphones will always hold a special place in my heart, years after their launch: the Beats Solo 3 on-ear headphones.
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The Solo 3 awakened my passion for headphones; they were the first pair I spent more than $50 on. I bought a Rose Gold pair in high school with the money from my first job, and they stuck with me throughout college. I still have them, but years of use have burnt out the audio components and worn down the ear pads. So, when Beats offered me a pair of the Solo 4 headphones to test, I was more than happy to see how the company used the eight years since the Solo 3's release to improve the Solo 4.
Before I get into the details, I want to mention that these headphones are on sale for $150 at Walmart. The retailer is also giving away five free offers, including up to four months of Apple Music.
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