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Post by freecharlie on Aug 16, 2020 23:33:26 GMT
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Post by Just Beth on Aug 16, 2020 23:38:47 GMT
I like the kind with a wire on my shoulder because I can walk around with one out if my circumstances require it and not lose the other one. I also have tiny ear canals and having the brains in part of the wire on my shoulder means less weight pulling on the ear bud in my actual ear canal.
To clarify: I mean Bluetooth connected headphones that don’t have a wire to the phone, only a wire between each earbud
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Post by AussieMeg on Aug 16, 2020 23:54:54 GMT
I've never seen that second thing. It's a good idea for someone who is likely to lose the wireless ones. But I would much prefer the wireless buds.
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Post by pjaye on Aug 17, 2020 0:09:26 GMT
If you get the cheapest pair, you'll most likely get the worst sound as well. I've tried a few of the cheaper ones and they were horrible, but I haven't tried the brand you linked. I listen to audiobooks so sound quality is important, I've been really happy with the Jaybird brand, which isn't one of the cheapest but they aren't that expensive either. I have 2 sets of the X3 which I really like and I also have one set of the Tarah model. The earbuds can be trickier, they are controlled with taps and double taps which is harder to manage, and in the set I tried you have to get them out of the container in a certain way in order to make sure they are synced. I also prefer the ones above so that I can leave them hanging around my neck, I think the buds will be much easier to lose. You also need to check if you can just use only one bud...some you can't, and in some if you want to just use one, it has to be the right one (can't use the left on it's own) Personally after I tried the buds only, I went back to the ones that are joined. The ones that have the extra bit for around the neck, is usually for added battery life, the buds only have room for tiny batteries and often only have 4-6hrs before you need to put them back into their container to recharge. The ones I linked have 8hrs battery life and the ones around the neck that you linked have 15hrs because they have room for the extra battery. So it also depends on how much you are going to be using them as to which style is best suited to you.
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Post by smasonnc on Aug 17, 2020 0:49:40 GMT
I bought cheap ones with a thing around the neck. They didn’t have any battery life, the sound was cheesy, and it was a pain getting them to connect. I got AirPods for Mother’s Day. What a difference. They just work. Period.
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Post by huskermom98 on Aug 17, 2020 1:08:00 GMT
I like the kind with a wire on my shoulder because I can walk around with one out if my circumstances require it and not lose the other one. Or ones that have the thing that rests on your shoulders and have wires up to the buds? I have these, but not the Active ones (mine are without the extra little ear piece). I've had them for a couple of years and really like them. As for sound quality I can't really say because these days I mostly use them for listening to a TV show from Netflix or Hulu as I'm making dinner. The battery life has been great--I can not use them for weeks or months and they still work. I like the idea of small buds, but since these work so well I can't justify switching.
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Post by playingcinderella on Aug 17, 2020 1:15:49 GMT
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Post by spitfiregirl on Aug 17, 2020 1:19:38 GMT
had two paired of $40 earbuds and they both broke.. My son got the same pair and they broke. Id have been better off buying one good pair with a warranty. apple care. I love my AirPod pros . They stay in my ear while hiking and exercising. I use them every single day and they are noise canceling..... amazing. The only thing is I have to fiugure out how to sync with my iwatch. They kinda go back and forth from phone to iwatch.
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Post by Merge on Aug 17, 2020 1:32:34 GMT
Yeah, I hate to say it, but for all the money I spent on cheap wireless earbuds trying to find ones that worked and sounded good, I should have just bought Airpods and been done with it. They just work.
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Post by freecharlie on Aug 17, 2020 1:34:11 GMT
I have an android and I use them when mowing or weeding.
I hopefully will use them when working out.
I've never paid more than $15-$20 for the wires ones.
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Post by anaterra on Aug 17, 2020 1:35:57 GMT
I use jaybirds like pjaye mentioned above.. u have to have both out of the case to work but i use 1 at a time n leave the other next to the case on nightstand... i sometimes use both but mostly just 1... for when i walk or use the elliptical... i just use the pods... I've never tried the neck connected ones... i also have a set of bose noise cancelling headphones that go over ur ears... i use those also but not really during workouts... to heavy n sweaty
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Post by anaterra on Aug 17, 2020 1:37:18 GMT
Also i dont have air pods cuz i dont use apple.. i have a galaxy.. my jaybirds sync to my phone n my kindle... music videos or audiobooks
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Post by mcjunkin on Aug 17, 2020 1:50:20 GMT
I have the second skullcandy pair, with the neck thingy. I also have AirPods.
For mowing, weeding, and working out I would do skullcandy. The sound is good enough, my battery life has been good. I use mine when I am doing something where I do not intend to take a phone call, or am fairly active and worry about the others falling out. Great for the airport also. I can just pull them out and drop them when I need to, no worries about a case or losing them. And I am not as worried about sweat ruining them, as they do not cost as much to replace. Also, you can adjust sound volume right there on the neck piece. Not a good mic. People complain that they cannot hear me.
If you intend to talk a lot with them, airpods, hands down. The mic is fantastic. Active things for me, not so much these though. Yes, sound quality is a little better, but mine tend to fall out if I am moving around a lot, and I am a super sweat-er when I run. One con-you must adjust volume through the phone itself. But I LOVE them to go hands-free while doing things around the house like prepping meals, etc.
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Post by naby64 on Aug 17, 2020 3:10:26 GMT
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Post by pjaye on Aug 17, 2020 3:26:52 GMT
There is no problem just using one out of the case. It has to be the R) side though
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Post by padresfan619 on Aug 17, 2020 3:33:07 GMT
AirPods can be used on any device with bluetooth. There’s a small button on the back of the case that you press to get them to pair with any phone.
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Post by idahomom on Aug 17, 2020 13:44:56 GMT
I just bought these. There was also a 30% coupon to click on Amazon so they were only $22. I had some similar but one wouldn't stay in my ear (dd has the same ones and they're fine for her ears) so I hope these stay in. If not, free return so nothing to lose.
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Post by auntkelly on Aug 17, 2020 14:01:07 GMT
I have a pair of Bose earbuds w/ the connecting wire. The wire doesn't bother me at all. The Bose earbuds weren't cheap, but they were substantially less than Air Buds.
The sound is great w/ the Bose earbuds and the battery life is long.
My husband bought the Bose earbuds for me. He talked to a salesman at a brick and mortar store and the salesman said do well w/ the Bose because they have three different size options for the earpiece. I have such a small ear canal that I have trouble keeping even the smallest ones in, but once I figured out just how to twist it, it is staying in.
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Post by naby64 on Aug 17, 2020 14:03:56 GMT
There is no problem just using one out of the case. It has to be the R) side though Yes, that is correct!
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Post by cme37 on Aug 17, 2020 14:09:17 GMT
I bought these Samsung Earbuds at Costco. I have an Iphone and they work great with it. I wanted the Airpods but they just don't fit well in my ear.
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Post by maryland on Aug 17, 2020 14:17:59 GMT
I have a dumb question! I have used headphones of any sort since the early 1990s when I used them for running. But I would like something to use so when I have on my you tube videos, I can listen as I clean the house and put away laundry. Can you use airbuds with a google phone or just an iphone? I may look into some that everyone has posted.
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Post by naby64 on Aug 17, 2020 14:40:58 GMT
I have a dumb question! I have used headphones of any sort since the early 1990s when I used them for running. But I would like something to use so when I have on my you tube videos, I can listen as I clean the house and put away laundry. Can you use airbuds with a google phone or just an iphone? I may look into some that everyone has posted. I don't know about the airbuds but I have linked my Bose headphones to my Alexa. I don't remember how at the moment but a bit of googling got me there.
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Post by msdintz on Aug 17, 2020 14:56:41 GMT
I agree that AirPods are the way to go if you are an Apple user. I’ve used all different and less expensive options and these are the best, no contest.
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Post by peppermintpatty on Aug 17, 2020 16:13:55 GMT
I will throw another type. I bought, returned, bought, returned, bought, returned (you get the point) earbuds like crazy because they either didn't work with my fitbit, didn't stay in my ears, didn't sound good, etc. My dd has Raycon earbuds and they are freaking AWESOME!!! They sound amazing and stay in my small ears! I bought the $120 because they have the extra lip to hold them in place but I got my dh the $70 ones and they are just as good. You can get 15% off. My thought is if you cannot buy them on Amazon, they are that much more reputable! Everything I buy on Amazon is garbage.
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Post by padresfan619 on Aug 17, 2020 16:15:29 GMT
I have a dumb question! I have used headphones of any sort since the early 1990s when I used them for running. But I would like something to use so when I have on my you tube videos, I can listen as I clean the house and put away laundry. Can you use airbuds with a google phone or just an iphone? I may look into some that everyone has posted. Yes you can use AirPods with any phone, I posted above that the case has a small button on the back that you use for pairing to a device that isn’t an Apple product. You just need a device with Bluetooth.
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Post by maryland on Aug 17, 2020 16:48:52 GMT
I have a dumb question! I have used headphones of any sort since the early 1990s when I used them for running. But I would like something to use so when I have on my you tube videos, I can listen as I clean the house and put away laundry. Can you use airbuds with a google phone or just an iphone? I may look into some that everyone has posted. Yes you can use AirPods with any phone, I posted above that the case has a small button on the back that you use for pairing to a device that isn’t an Apple product. You just need a device with Bluetooth. I have no idea if my phone has bluetooth! I probably didn't order that as I pretty much just use it for photos, textbook and facebook. I have a Google phone. I am clueless of anything technology related!
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Post by padresfan619 on Aug 17, 2020 17:15:13 GMT
Yes you can use AirPods with any phone, I posted above that the case has a small button on the back that you use for pairing to a device that isn’t an Apple product. You just need a device with Bluetooth. I have no idea if my phone has bluetooth! I probably didn't order that as I pretty much just use it for photos, textbook and facebook. I have a Google phone. I am clueless of anything technology related! Go into your settings and see if there is a Bluetooth option. Most phones these days have them, especially if it is a smart phone.
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Post by Zee on Aug 17, 2020 17:25:25 GMT
I have both for different reasons. I wear a single pod when walking the dog and don't want a wire. When I'm at the gym I wear a pair with the connecting string, they're magnetic and great to wear when you're not actively listening but want them close.
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Post by River on Aug 17, 2020 17:44:11 GMT
I bought these Samsung Earbuds at Costco. I have an Iphone and they work great with it. I wanted the Airpods but they just don't fit well in my ear. I was gifted these for my birthday and thought, great another expensive gift I can't use. They seem big and I have tiny ears that I'd yet to find ANY kind of headphones to stay in. Well let me tell you, these babies turned out to be the best gift I've gotten in a long time. Not only do they fit and stay in my ears really well, the sound and ease of use is fantastic. I seriously don't think a day goes by that I don't use them. They have a long battery life too. They work wonderfully when I'm mowing or on the back of a motorcycle and that's another thing I'd never had luck with. Just a pea posting my experience with these, not affiliated in any way. Lol!
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Post by hopemax on Aug 17, 2020 17:50:04 GMT
Last December, we upgraded our phones. Prior to that, DH researched wireless earbuds because he would go through regular ones from the constant usage while at work (IT, so everyone is listening to their own music). These were the ones he was going to buy himself. I bought him Beats for Christmas, so he didn't need these anymore, but we still bought a set for me to use on my phone when traveling. I used them a couple times before the world came to a halt, and I liked them. www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N6DC2ZE/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1
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