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lightning review
Logitech Ultimate Ears 700 Lightning Review: $230 Earbuds Justified
The Gadget: Ultimate Ears 700, the flagship model of a pretty respected headphone maker that was recently (and wisely) purchased by Logitech. More »
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Comment by robot-shmobot: I refuse to pay more than $100 for earbuds. I have pair of skull candy in-ear buds with an iphone... 16 Responses | Other threads
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zipper earbuds
YI Sound Concept Brings the Hot Jean-Crotch Aesthetic to Earbuds
This zippered earbud concept might not truly solve the eternal tangling problem, but that doesn't mean it's not fantastic. More »
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By John HerrmanComment by The Swiftman: These wouldn't be half bad, but they need to be in a different color (black?), the grip area on the... 3 Responses | Other threads
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listening test
From the Archives: Our Cut-the-Crap Earphone Battlemodo
You probably know that your stock earbuds are doing a disservice to you and your music, but choosing an in-ear headphone upgrade from the indistinguishable masses can seem impossible. So we did it for you. More » -
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The Worst Proprietary Gadget Offenses
Like a predatory loan officer or an unstable partner, technology companies have an obsession with locking you down. Here are some of the worst examples of proprietary products that leave you trapped, broke and angry. -
apple
Shuffle-Compatible Headphones Trickle In From Etymotics, Klipsch, Monster and Scoche
We're just starting to get word on Shuffle VoiceOver-friendly headphones coming from third-party manufacturers. In addition to the news we've already seen from Scosche, there's a $100 pair from Klipsch, and we're being told that there will be more announced from Monster and Etymotics shortly, if not already. Shure confirmed to us that it does not have a Shuffle-ready headset or any kind of adapter. Stay tuned for details, but that's the tally right now.
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Comment by OMG! CoHPhasors: Anyone see $100 headphones for a flimsy $89 screen-less player as counter-intelligent? 3 Responses | Other threads
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ipod shuffle
Scosche Earbuds First To Support New Shuffle's Voiceover Controls
And another iPod accessory line is born. The Scosche IDR350M, IDR450M and IDR650M in-ear buds will be the first to support the new Shuffle's inline controller. An adapter is also in the works. More »
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By John MahoneyComment by OMG! Butter!: Wouldn't someone spending $100 on some earbuds probably have a better device than the Shuffle? 9 Responses | Other threads
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headphones
First Listen: Sony's MDR-EX500LP Shure Fighters
Sony announced a handful (or several) of new headphones today, but the buds we wanted to hear were the MDR-EX500LP, which a Sony rep said are aimed at Shure's SE210. So, how do they sound? More » -
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gadgets
Hershey's Developing Line of Sweet Gadgety Treats
Hershey's has teamed up with Jazwares to develop a line of consumer electronics that will do nothing to curb the fattening of desk jockeys across the US. More » -
bacteria
Sharing Earphones Is a Nasty Proposition
Remember that time Steve Jobs, countering Zune sharing, offered that the only way to share music was to intimately place one of your earbuds into another's ear? Well that's a bad idea, bacteria-wise. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by SewerShark: Its just me, or this bacteria-phobia is getting a little out of hand? For years whe shared earwax (OMFG, that sounded... 9 Responses | Other threads
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earbuds
Screw-to-Fit Koss Earbuds Fill Up Your Head-Holes
Koss's CC_01 earbuds replace those easily-lost foam or rubber tips with an expandable and contractable system. Just turn the metal screw top on the back of the 'buds, and the tips will adjust to fit. More »
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By Dan NosowitzComment by John Ellis: Anybody got any good suggestions for in-ear headphones in the UK? I have a Zune 80 and loved the headphones... 4 Responses | Other threads
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ces 2009
Shure SE115 Low-End Headphone Update Adds More... Low End
Shure's affordable SE110 headphones may be celebrated, but they decided to improve the design anyway. The SE115 adds bass without crowding out mids and highs, and—apparently by popular demand—comes in four colors. More »
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Comment by EVEs_Mako: Are these things really THAT great? Talk to me people. 12 Responses | Other threads
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dr. dre beats
Dr. Dre and Monster Put $150 In Your Ear With Beats Tour Headphones
Dr. Dre and Monster just dropped the in-ear version of their Beats headphones, which cost $150 and are tangle free. Now they're waiting for you to pick it up. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by Kaiser-Machead: No way. Tone Loc or nothing. 8 Responses | Other threads
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v-moda vibe II review
V-Moda Vibe II Headset Lightning Review (A Sequel That Beats the Original)
The Gadget: V-Moda Vibe II, the first real successor to the Vibe and Vibe Duo headphones, with a totally new eco-friendly design, sport earhooks and most importantly, better sound than the originals. More » -
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Razer Moray In-Ear Headphones Lightning Review (Great for $40)
The Gadget: Moray in-ear headphones from gaming gear giant Razer, designed to be ultra-bassy and equally suited for MP3 players or Nintendo DSes. More »
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Comment by Kaiser-Machead: After playing around with a few bassy earbuds, I've decided to steer clear of them, because after a while, the... 2 Responses | Other threads
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earphones
Thanko Magnetic Earring-Clip Earphones Can Make You Look like a Pirate
Thanko's Sounds Live magnetic earphones aren't quite in-the ear, and they don't have a head-strap: instead these odd gizmos clip onto your earlobe and have a speaker that points roughly into your ear canal. I guess it's kinda like the the bone-conducting type headphones in that you can hear your surroundings, and if you're listening to music while jogging then the magnets mean they probably won't fall off (though your lobes may take a pounding). Plus they're designed to be decorative, acting like "real" earrings...and there's a skull and crossbones version—perfect, me hearties, since it's international Talk Like a Pirate Day. Out in Japan for around $18. [Product via Akihabaranews] -
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Audio Bone 1.0, Possibly the First Non-Dorky Bone-Conduction Headphones
We've shown you bone-conduction headphones of different shapes and sizes before, but these new Audio Bone 1.0 ones may be the first genuinely stylish-looking ones (though you'll undoubtedly get people asking why you've not got your earphones in your ears.) They're a development on the version we showed you ages ago, hanging around behind your head, and making contact with the bone just in front of your ear: hence you get your MP3 sounds directly delivered to your inner ear without blocking the sounds around you. They've got a frequency response range of 50-12,000Hz, and come in different colors for $189.00. [Product page]
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By Kit EatonComment by Bokusatsu_Tenshi: I wanna test one of those. Price isn't too high for something this new, and I'd like to spare my eardrums... 2 Responses | Other threads
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v-moda
New V-Moda Vibe and Vibe Duo Jacks Mean Fewer Dead Headphones (Hopefully)
If you check out the ratings for V-Moda's Vibe or Vibe Duo headsets at Amazon or Apple, they're kinda crappy, bogged down a tons of complaints that they die fast. After an "unacceptable" rate of returns, V-Moda is acknowledging that the jack is behind the genocide and quietly launching a redesigned, reinforced one that'll hit shelves next week. Unfortunately there's no way to know if you're buying the newer, longer lasting model with a quick glance at the box. More »
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Comment by Gone Elsewhere.: So, what you're saying is that the new jack won't work for the iPhone? 1 Responses | Other threads
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earphones
Shure Rolls Out Cheaper SE102MPA Phone Headset, Bundles Free Music Phone Adapter With Full SE Line
As you know from our recent Battlemodos, we love Shure's SE line of in-ear headphones, especially when paired with the Music Phone Adapter that gives you a microphone and control button for your iPhone. Previously, the MPA was a $50 add-on and the cheapest phones you could get it with were the $120 SE110s, but the new SE102MPA set adds the SE line's modular design to the low-end (but still great) SLC2 phones from Shure's "Pro" category and adds an iPhone adapter for $100, total. And on top of that, they've bundled the MPA with the whole modular SE line for even more deals. More » -
sony
Sony Earphones Make Attractive, Useless Subway Maps
In order to prove how far Sony has come since ATRAC3 and long-playing MiniDiscs, a new ad attributed to the company shows a NYC subway map traced in its entirety by black Sony earphones, accompanied by a Network Walkman. As if it wasn't enough to try to retake ownership of just one iPod-saturated public transit system, a search revealed similar designs for both the London Underground and Sydney's Metro. That last one makes sense, since Sony retained the Sydney office of badass ad agency Saatchi and—repetition is key to messaging—Saatchi for the inspired work. One prob though: As any seasoned straphanger will tell you, you kinda need the colors, or else all the lines run together. [The Cool Hunter]
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Comment by Rain-man: I'm in the same building as Saatchi and...wait for it...Saatchi...NYC. more » | Other threads
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earphones
Holeder Earphones Concept Avoids Bacteria By Hanging in Your Ear
These unlikely-looking earphones have been dreamed up by designer Yoonsang Kim to combat the bacteria build-up that normal in-ear 'phones apparently have. They also hang together behind your neck when not in use, as a neat solution to that "oops my earphones are dangling" issue. There's just one flaw I can spot: just peering at my ears, these things would not fit... they'd either painfully distort my shell-likes, or just pop out. I bet I've got you prodding your ears, or trying to peek in a mirror now, haven't I? Still, it's an interesting bit of lateral thinking, and the sort of thing some earphone maker might try at some point. [Yanko Design] -
battlemodo
Cut-the-Crap iPhone Headset Battlemodo
Whether you love or hate your iPhone, you'll get tired of holding that big sticky piece of glass next to your face eventually. Want have a talk while you work or exercise? Need hands-free calling behind the wheel? Do you just have lazy, withered arms? Chances are you need a headset. Though the famed white earbuds are good enough for some, why settle for them just because they just happen to come free, and with an embedded mic? Other companies want a piece of that iPhone action, and have headsets that fit and sound a lot better. "Oh, but fair and wise Gizmodo, which headsets hath you divined for my unworthy purchase?" you might ask. Look no further. Well, no further than after the jump. (And by the way, this review is actually useful for any phone with a 3.5mm mic-and-stereo jack.) More » -
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Jay-Z's Motorola Bluetooth Headphones Start East Coast/West Coast Rapper Headphone War
Jay-Z's upcoming Bluetooth headphones don't look nearly as good as Dr. Dre's noise canceling version, but their mere existence sparks a new East Coast/West Coast gadget war. We can't tell which we would prefer without looking at them, but Jay's model has the benefit of being smaller and wireless Bluetooth enabled, which is totally different from noise canceling ones you use when you're on a train or plane. Our prediction is that Diddy will come out with a pair of in-ear buds sometime within the next six months. [FCC via Crave via Engadget]
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By Jason ChenComment by jayhawk11: @Rabid Penguin: R. Kelly's "gadgets" typically aren't used "in-ear", per se. Though he does encourage their use with the 13... more » | Other threads
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battlemodo
Ultimate Cut-The-Crap In-Ear Headphone Battlemodo
Why do music lovers put up with cheap stock earbuds? You've spent hundreds of dollars on an MP3 player then effectively nullify your investment with headphones that suck the soul out of the music that you love. Choosing a higher-end set of earphones is almost impossible, since there are way too many, and they are deliberately marketed to blur the distinctions from best to worst. I tried out $2,000 worth of in-ear earphones—16 pairs made it to my final evaluation—and since I like you, I will share the results of my hours of ear penetration. More » -
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JVC HP-FXC50 Headphones First to Put the Speaker Driver Inside Your Ear
A new set of in-ear phones to be released in Japan later this year is claiming to be the first to have speaker drivers small enough to actually fit inside your ear canal. Usually the drivers are in the bulbous part of the buds, with a narrow hollow channel leading into the ear. JVC is claiming better sound and isolation because there's less room between your eardrum and the speaker. I love in-ear phones, but personally I'm fine with giving my tympanic membranes a little breathing room. [Tech ON]
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By John MahoneyComment by hosee221: Cool. Now- what is JVC gonna do when it gets stuck in millions ears? more » | Other threads
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greenhouse pig headphones
Greenhouse's New Headphones, For the "Pig Crashed Through Your Brain" Look
This strange product from Greenhouse is worth talking about, if only so I could share that headline with you. In case you're wondering, the pig is in soft silicon... to reproduce the texture of a real pig. After that news, you won't care these weird 'phones have a 20Hz to 20kHz frequency range, multi-sized silicon earbuds and 35-inch cable with a gold-plated plug. The GC-ERC-PIG's are available soon in pink black or white for just $11, but that's in Japan, pigheadphone fans. [AV Watch] More » -
sony bluetooth headset
Sony's DR-BT140QP Bluetooth Headset Mightn't Make You Look Geeky
I've said it before and I'll say it again: Bluetooth headsets are not a good fashion statement, even Borg-like ones. But with these little earpieces from Sony, you might be able to get away with it and not look too geeky. The DR-BT140Qs double as normal earphones with a frequency response of 16Hz to 24kHz and have 30mm drivers, while the Bluetooth part is 2.0 and supports A2DP/AVRCP/HFP/HSP profiles. The built-in battery will last you about 12 hours, and they're available in July for $138.89 in silver, white, black and pink. [Akihabaranews] -
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Panasonic RP-HJE900 Headphones have Zirconia for Better Sound, Not Bling
Panasonic's upcoming RP-HJE900 headphones pack a little zirconia on the inside for sound quality, not on the outside for glitteriness. The "fake diamond" crystals are good for conducting sound, and are used to lower distortion. So the resulting headphones have a sensitivity of around 100dB/mW and an impressive frequency response from 6Hz all the way to 28kHz. The design is pretty simple earbud-shaped, but features removable/replaceable cables— a feature usually found on very high-end models. No info on pricing, but they'll be available from June 15th. [Akihabaranews]
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By Kit EatonComment by Bokusatsu_Tenshi: Looks interesting to me... specially if Panasonic releases different types of earbuds compatible to those connectors later on. I'm not much... more » | Other threads
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dealzmodo
Dealzmodo: Noise-Isolating Earphones for $7
HandHeldItems has black iSolate noise-isolating earphones on sale for $6.99, a savings of $44 according to the site. As an added bonus, they come with a plastic fish to wrap the earphones around when not in use. Sure you can go for much more expensive (and proven) options, but for $7, what do you have to lose? Get 'em while you can; they're already 91% sold out. [product page via Crave] -
earphones
Comply NR-10 Earphones With Military-Grade Noise Reduction Reviewed (Verdict: Good Value)
According to Hearing Components, their new Comply NR-10 Earphones can deliver more than 48 decibels of noise reduction using the same technology enjoyed by the US Army and Special Forces. They were also designed to "maximize bass response and deliver superior sound quality." At $80, it would seem like a decent value—if they worked. Fortunately, the folks at iLounge took them for a spin and weighed the pros and cons. More »
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By Sean FallonComment by Ward: I'm using Comply tips on my Ultimate Ears super.fi pro 5 headphones. They're a huge improvement in comfort and bass... more » | Other threads
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portable media
Sony PFR-V1 Personal Field Speakers Like Orbiting Audio Headgear
Sony's PFR-V1 personal field speakers actually are headphones. But instead of cupping or inserting the drivers over or in your ears, they dangle down and in front of your ears. You know, like a set of home theater stereo speakers. Except attached to you via a headgear like the one you wore with your braces. (Worst junior high experience ever, next to scoliosis back brace.)
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portable media
Sony MDR-AS100W Sport Headphones
Sony's MDR-AS100W are their flagship sports/outdoor headphones, water resistant, and fit with a two-foot cord best used with arm-mounted MP3 players. $100 is a lot of money for a headset you plan to sweat on in your Tae Bo classes. So, Sony's spammed us with cool submodels, too, each with a unique flavor of ear-fitting yoga and price points unexplainably positioned from $20 to $100: More » -
earphones
Sony MDR-EX700LP Earbud Headphones with 16mm Drivers
The updated Sony MDR-EX700LP earbud headphones sport new 16mm drivers to give you ear-drum-shattering action (108dB) with "more precise sound" (4-28KHz) than before. Sony says the magnesium-housed MDR-EX700LP earbuds have a new "multi-layer diaphragm for reproducing high resolution sound." For $300, that better be a lot of layers and a lot of high-res sounds.
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By Jesus DiazComment by RamonaCoeurl: This headphone actually has 3 drivers in it, 16 mm, 13.5mm and 9mm. I think most you should really know... more » | Other threads
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steampunk cans
Steampunk Artist Mods Vintage Headphones into Gadget-Compatible Cans
Molly porkshanks Friedrich is the creator of these retrofuture headphones, made from an old-ass headset found in a thrift store, and some Panasonic cans that she bought on Amazon for a buck. What is cool about them—apart from the fact that they work a treat with MP3 players—is that Molly has not over-egged the Steampunk pudding and added a ton of copper valves and brass wotsits to the mix. [Steampunk Workshop via MAKE]
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By AddyDugdaleComment by Will Entrekin: @Lerxt: yeah, I was about to say, Grado's been doing vintage headphones for years. And I'd wager ten to... more » | Other threads
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headphones
Flashing Earphones from Brighton Let You Pimp Your Ears
The USP of Brighton Inc.'s new BI-LEDEAR earphones are light-up earpieces that flash in time to your music. Now, that's what I call product satisfaction—everyone on the train can be irritated by flashing blue LED lights as well as the, tinny, secondhand noise of your tunes, while you sit there oblivious to the retina-searing effect your presence is having on your fellow passengers. Available in pink, clear or blue colors for around $28 in Japan, these phones should come with a stab-proof Kevlar jacket for extra protection. [AV Watch] -
gigantic stuff
Gigantic 500x White iPod Earbuds Not a Joke
I kept looking for the punchline on these 500xl speakers designed exactly like a giant pair of gigantic white earbuds that come with an iPod. I didn't find one. They're battery powered, but run off of AC power, too. USB or minijack. And as they are named, they're supposed to be 500 times bigger than Apple's. [WWFred]
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By Brian LamComment by crazykid: thats pretty sweet but my question is why does he need a macbook and an imac????? 1 Responses | Other threads
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wireless
Sennheiser MX W1: First Wireless Stereo Earphones Using the Kleer Bluetooth Alternative
Kleer wireless technology has shown promise in terms of both energy efficiency and sound quality when compared to Bluetooth, which is why some may find these new MX W1 earphones from Sennheiser appealing. The device allows users to enjoy clear, completely wireless audio from any Kleer-based portable player — unlike Kleer's Jet Stream earphones that are connected with a small wire. There is even a feature that allows multiple MX W1 users to share a single stream. There are no details on pricing yet, but they are expected to arrive in May 2008. Full press release after the break: More »
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By Sean FallonComment by mangochutney: @ItsMrJP: maybe this one, but not certainly Kleer Audio products. I think their approach is a good one and I would... more » | Other threads
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design
Did You Know? 500 Pairs of Disposable Earbuds = Fine Art
Half DJ and musician, half avant-garde artist, all geeky engineer, Andr Fernandes Avel s is the daddy of the Headphones art project. A one-night display in Stavanger, Norway this past month, the installation consisted of 500 pairs of earbuds tied together electronically and controlled by a mixer to create a controlled cacaphony of mind-altering sound. More » -
earphones
Vibrating Earphones Have Wood, Give Your Ear Canal a Good Time
Victor (JVC to you and me) has brought out a set of earphones with a vibrating plate, apparently to enhance the listening experience. The plate is made of birchwood, with a thin film stretched over the top and, according to the blurb, gives you a rich sound while reducing noise at the same time. I'm not sure about shelling out $131 for a pair of sticky-in earphones, though. The HP-FX500 will be out sometime in February next year. [JVC via Impress]
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By AddyDugdaleComment by deadatbirth: @SomeoneUKno: the new Air cushions for $29 or the hafx300's for $99 more » | Other threads
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