Headphones and Bluetooth speakers to amp up your new graduate

The Bose SoundTrue Headphones pair the company's signature sound with a supremely lightweight design that makes a great fit for grads that appreciate a premium quality headphone.

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Your grad deserves a top-tier headphone like the Sennheiser Momentum. Its vintage-inspired design makes the sartorial cut, and the sharp audio details can certainly handle your favorite jams.

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The Bose QC 25 are the best noise-canceling headphones we've tested, so you know your grad will appreciate the ability to drown out ambient noise.

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We endorse all of V-Moda's headphones, but the latest XS Headphones are perfect for grads because the headband sits closer to the temple -- a design detail that makes for a much better overall fit for all head shapes and sizes.

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It's a well-known fact that after negotiating the educational system, most graduates appreciate the simple things in life, so why shouldn't that credo apply to personal audio as well? The LG Tone Infinim Bluetooth Earbuds get the messy cords out of the way with a retractable wire that's 100 percent worth the extra cost.

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Delivering solid Bluetooth sound in an attractive package, the Sol Republic Shadow Bluetooth earbuds are a top pick if your grad has been complaining about those pesky wires getting caught in everything.

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We're not gonna lie -- part of the reason why we're so attracted to the Bose SoundLink Bluetooth headphones is because the colors are so darn hot. We think your grad will love them too.

Oh, did we mention that it's the top on-ear Bluetooth headphone currently available? No brainer!

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The Beats Solo 2 headphones are an extremely versatile headphone that works just as well in the gym as at home.

If style and substance are important to the grad on your list, you won't be disappointed if you pick these up.

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If you only give one gift for graduation, make it the Bose SoundLink Color Bluetooth speaker. It comes in a variety of colors to match your favorite palette, and the array of travel accessories gets the party started almost anywhere.

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Untether your grad's speaker system with the UE Megaboom Bluetooth speaker, a tiny waterproof unit that gets IPX7 certification for extra toughness from the elements.

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If Bose isn't your grad's favorite brand, the Sony SRS-X3 is a great alternative in the Bluetooth speaker market.

With a sturdy heft, generous 7-hour battery life, and a built-in speakerphone, there's no reason why they won't be able to use this for business and pleasure.

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Jawbone has proven itself a valuable addition to the family. It's not cheap but it proves its worth with excellent sound quality and volume, nine different color options, and a super lightweight (9 ounces!) build.

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If you're shopping for a Bluetooth speaker for a graduation and size is a factor, the super compact Logitech X300 is definitely worth your attention.

And at just $60 online, it's light in your hand and on your wallet; who doesn't appreciate that?

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The Sonos Play:1 is a big step up from your average wireless speaker, offered in both white and blue options, and both support streaming music services like Spotify, Rdio, and Pandora.

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