India, June 3 -- Headphones used to be easy. You walked into a store, picked a pair, and that was it. Now you're flooded with choices. Wireless, noise cancelling, in-ear, over-ear, spatial audio, apps, sensors. Some models feel overhyped. Others are priced like monthly rent. And the specs? Often more confusing than helpful. The truth is, you don't need to know everything. You just need to focus on what actually matters for how you use them. That's what this guide is here for. Real advice from someone who's been through the mess so you can skip the guesswork and get what works for you.

1. Think about how you'll use them

Start with what you actually do. Are you taking Zoom calls for half the day? Wearing them at the gym? Sitting on planes...