Enjoying music or watching a movie when traveling is infinitely more enjoyable when using a pair of noise-canceling phones, especially when they haven’t cost a fortune. Powered by AAA batteries, the GHP-04NC offer approx 50hrs of use. while its swivel ear pads will fit any shaped face. The phones can reduce noise levels by 15dB at 300Hz and come with a gold-plated 6.3mm stereo and dual-plug adapters plus a leather travel bag. Available directly from Genius or Maplin.

VERDICT : Extraneous ambient noise is one of the horrors of the modern age. You can’t live without them!

Price £160