I tested Beats’ new 360 headphones, and their best feature is one you can’t hear

4.3 / 5 Very good Swappable cushions are highly useful. Water-resistant. Lightweight and comfortable. Purchasing cushion kits is an additional expense. No USB-C or 3.5mm wired audio. Since Apple acquired Beats in 2014, the audio brand’s narrative has shifted from catering to music aficionados with subversive tendencies to those with active lifestyles who appreciate a well-made pair of headphones. The Beats 360 headphones solidify Beats’ brand shift far more than its previous releases, with stellar execution of mix-and-match earpads and impressive engineering that enables an industry rarity: over-ear headphones with water resistance. In the end, the Beats 360’s frame is far more interesting than its audio features, though there are some upgrades in that category as well. Beats rated the 360’s durability at IPX4, the same level of water and sweat resistance as earbuds…