Tag: headphones

Audio Gets in Focus

YurbudsMusic and working out just go so well together, but having earbuds that can go the distance has often been the problem. Earbuds that fall out of the ears are worse than no headphones at all. The Yurbud Focus will still in place thanks to Twist Lock silicone ear plugs while the over-the-ear mount will let you run, jump and more without fear. These also provide freedom as they can connect wirelessly via Bluetooth to portable music players, meaning you need to worry about let cable.

These are also resistant to sweat and light rain, and have about eight-hours of battery life, while the fabric cord will help ensure they don’t get all tangled up.

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Uber Cool

UberBudsThere are plenty of fitness headphones on the market, but MuseMini has delivered what it deems to be the cool UberBuds. These ultra-compact, wireless, tangle-free and Bluetooth 4.0 enabled earbuds allow users to experience music like they never have in a Bluetooth headset with powerful 6mm drivers.

The UberBuds can stream audio from any APTX/AAC compatible device from up to 30 feet away, and the UberBuds SignalROM feature allows the paired device to be anywhere near the body, whether in the user’s pocket or gym bag

These come with a lifetime warranty against sweat, but also feature ear cushions that hug the critical portion of the ear so these will offer a snug fit for those running, skating or riding. The UberBuds offer up to eight hours of play time on a single charge, so most users might give out long before the music stops.

MuseMini UberBuds Official Website

Tunz In

TYLTTYLT has launched its TUNZ stereo headphones, which were designed to the actual contours of the human ear, while the Tunz Stereo Active Gels provide a secure yet comfortable fit for those working out or just working with some music. These gels simply snap on and fit most ear shapes and sizes.

The silicone cable is also unique in that it is flat, helping to ensure that it can remain flexible and durable, while the headphones also feature an in-line microphone with one-button controller for seamless multi-functionality during phone calls. The TUNZ are even available in five colors.

TYLT TUNZ Official Website

X-1 Has Serious Momentum

X-1X-1 Audio can’t be slowed down, as the company has some serious momentum with its new headsphones. These sport-specific earbuds are designed so that cyclists and runners (or anyone else) can still hear ambient noise while enjoying the tunes. The open ear design allows for that ambient noise from cars and other people to get through, and while maybe not ideal for those looking to escape the world it could be the difference between hearing the approaching car or getting run down.

The Momentum earbuds aren’t exactly rugged designs but do feature an Ingress Protection Rating of IP4 so these can endure sweat and rain without worry.

X-1 Audio Momentum Earbuds Official Website

Sonic Boom

SonicSportTime to get out there and take the music with you. Audio-Technica’s new SonicSport headphones, which are designed for active use will bring the music to any workout. Three new SonicSport models are out now, and include the back cord-style ATH-CP700, which offers a microphone and controls for smartphones and other devices; the C-top-design ATH-CKP500 and the ear hook version ATH-CKP200.

All three models feature an IPX5-certified waterproof rating and are sweat-proof and washable. There’s a great big world out there but when that doesn’t mean you have to hear it when working out.

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Water Pod

Underwater-AudioThe iPod Shuffle can let you take your favorite tunes a lot of places, and now Underwater Audio is letting that include the pool. The company has provided a waterproofing process to the sleek portable music player, which allows it get wet without stopping the music.

The unit can be pair with the company’s Swimbuds, which are 100 percent waterproof headphones, so these durable headphones can handle water and more. These extra-short cord ensures you won’t get tangled while swimming. With this winning combo you’ll never have to miss a beat.

Underwater Audio Official Website

Training Phones

Jaybird has long understood that the needs of athletes when it comes to audio. Just any headset isn’t going to do, but the Bluebuds X are headphones that will go the distance as there are the official training headphones of USA Triathlon!

These wireless Bluetooth headphones are designed to handle music and voice calls, offer a secure fit that won’t fall out while running or working out and will stand up to sweat while blocking the outside world. Users can enjoy music and calls and work out for an hour a day for an entire week on a single charge. Video after the jump

BRIGHT Idea Lamp and Phone Charger

Even when off the grid it is nice to have some portable power to provide some light and even to charge a mobile phone – because you may not want to make a call, but in an emergency it could come in handy. BRIGHT Products has come up with a bright idea with its new solar-powered lamp that could make the kerosene lamp a thing of the past.

While it is easy to see plenty of applications for this solar-charging system that involve not-quite-roughing it such as camping, this could be a very useful product in the developing world, where a connection to the grid is sketchy at best. The BRIGHT solar charger features a light, which can run for up to 50 hours on low, or eight hours on medium, and even up to four hours on high, after just eight to ten hours of sunlight charging. Video after the jump

Yurbuds Makes Inspire for Women Sport Earphones

Earbuds and me have never been friends. They hurt my ears and never stay in place. Newer models with silicone caps do a better job of staying in my ears and staying pain free. But now yurbuds is making a special version of its Inspire sport earphones specifically for women, which will be available exclusively at Target.

The sport earphones were designed by Annie Karayiannis, creative director for yurbuds. To make the women-specific model, Karayiannis spent time researching female athletes to determine the best earphone size, shape and colors needed. The colors are just aesthetic, but still make the earbuds for many of us. Continue reading Yurbuds Makes Inspire for Women Sport Earphones

Denon Gets Its Freak On

There are fitness buffs and there are fitness freaks, but no what level of fitness “enthusiast” you may be you’ll still want to have superior sound quality with your music. Denon Headphones has you covered and has done so while cutting the cord as well.

The Denon Exercise Freaks are the first in the world to incorporate apps to complement the sound. Available now, these wireless, light-weight and sweat-proof fitness headphones are engineered to deliver quality audio for music and phone calls. The Freaks feature a flexible neckband and anti-microbial ear tips that reduce bacteria build-up while also ensuring a snug fit. Integrated controls and microphone are also provided to ease answering a phone or toggling through songs. The Bluetooth 3.0 headphones also offer seven hours of runtime, so you’ll likely run down before you will! Continue reading Denon Gets Its Freak On

Free Bird That Sprints

The newest headset from JayBird isn’t about to fly away, instead it looks to sprint to the finish and then some. The Freedom Sprint is the latest from the company’s line of wireless Bluetooth earbuds, and it offers a smaller package – reportedly 40 percent smaller than the original Freedom earbuds – and will run for 4.5 hours. Additional photo and video after the jump

Klipsch Introduces All-Weather Headphones

Klipsch Audio makes some great speaker system for home theater and even the computer desktop. The stylish speakers look as good as they sound and are the sort of thing that you’d want to treat with serious respect.

However, sound is what really matters and now audiophiles can take that quality with them and not worry about the elements. Klipsch has announced its new Image S4i Rugged Headphones that can stand up to Mother Nature’s bad side. Designed for music and more these can be used to enjoy and experience iPhone music and phone calls, while oversized buttons mean you can control the sound even with bulky gloves. The in-ear headphones, which are available in yellow, orange, blue and red, feature oval ear tips that are designed to be comfortable for hours of wear. Continue reading Klipsch Introduces All-Weather Headphones