The original iPod headphones were shipped with the 1st generation iPods. However, many users were not happy with these earphones’ large earbuds. Apple promptly responded to this consumer complaint and revised their earphones’ dimensions to make them smaller. The revised Apple earphones accompanied every iPod from the 2nd generation to the early 5th generation, the 1st generation iPod Nanos and the iPod Mini. Again in 2006, the iPod earbuds underwent another modification. The second revision made the earphones even smaller and sleeker. The 3rd generation earphones were shipped with 2nd generation iPod Nanos and late 5th generation iPods. Till January 30, 2007, all 2nd generation iPods and 1st generation iPod Shuffles were shipped with the 2nd generation Apple earphones. The same devices shipped after January 30, 2007 came with the 3rd generation earbuds.

Currently, Apple markets four types of iPod earphones. They are:

APPLE EARPHONES: IPOD HEADPHONES WITH NO CONTROLS

This is the basic Apple earphones model. The Apple earphones with no control accompany all iPod packs other than those of the third generation iPod Touch (available in 64 and 32 GB models). These headphones are not sold independently.

APPLE HEADPHONES WITH REMOTE

These headphones are also not sold independently. You will get them only with the 3rd generation iPod Shuffles. These headphones have buttons for controlling music, adjusting volumes and pausing or playing videos.

APPLE EARPHONES WITH REMOTE AND MIC

Apple Earphones with Remote and Mic get shipped with iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPhone 4s and 3rd generation iPod. However, these iPhone headphones can also be bought independently. These headphones will offer the comfort and performance that you normally associate with Apple headphones.

Features: These advanced Apple Earphones boasts all the qualities of the basic Apple earphones, combined with a plethora of added features. The manufacturers have placed the headphones’ control capsule on its right earpiece’s cable. This control capsule contains one microphone and three buttons. What can you do with the remote control? Use the remote control incorporated in these iPod headphones for controlling music, playing videos and adjusting volume. If you are using them as iPhone headphones, you will be able to answer and end calls with these buttons. You can also use the remote for recording voice memos on a supported device.

Compatibility info: The Apple Earphones with Remote and Mic can be used in the majority of the Apple devices of the later generations. The following devices support both the remote and mic:

iPod Nanos (fourth generation onwards)

iPod Touch (second generation onwards)

iPod Classic (both 120 and 160 GB versions)

iPod 3GS and the models marketed after that

iPad

The third generation iPod Shuffle and all its later versions support only the remote. The audio is however supported by every iPod model launched till date.

The software requirements of these Apple devices vary from one model to the other; to know more check the facts below:

Fourth gen iPod Nanos require software version 1.0.3

120 GB iPod Classics require software version 2.0.1

2nd gen iPod Touch requires 2.2 or a later version

APPLE IN-EAR HEADPHONES WITH REMOTE AND MIC

This Apple earphones model was launched in September, 2008. You will not get these premium headphones with any Apple device. You will have to buy them independently. You can use the Apple In-Ear Headphones as iPhone headphones, iPod headphones as well as iPod Touch Headphones. The pack will inform you about the compatible Apple devices.

The Apple In-Ear Headphones offer impressive audio performance, you will experience striking sound isolation while using these headphones. These earphones will introduce you to the musical details that you were completely unaware of. You might be listening to a musical track that you have listened several times before but you will surely identify new niceties in it with Apple’s in-ear headphones.

Features:

The Apple In-Ear Headphones with Remote and Mic has 2 high-performance drivers in each earpiece. One is a tweeter and the other one is a woofer. This feature ensures that the headphones produce rich, accurate and detailed sounds.

As mentioned earlier, you will come across few other headphones models that offer better sound isolation than the Apple In-Ear Headphones. The box comes with soft, comfortable silicon ear tips in three sizes, large, medium and small. Use the one that fits your ears the best. Once you insert them in your ears, they will block all the outside noises and allow you to enjoy your favorite music without any disturbance.

You can use the buttons on the headphones’ control capsule for answering and ending calls (on iPhones), for recording voice memos, for adjusting volume, for controlling music and for playing and pausing videos (when using them as iPod, iPhone or iPod Touch headphones).

They are equipped with mesh caps (made of stainless steel) that protect the headphones’ precision components from debris and dust. These caps can be removed for cleaning. If required, you can also replace the caps with the extra pair included in the pack.

You will also get a carrying case with every set of Apple In-Ear Headphones. This makes it easier to store these earphones and reduces the chances of misplacing them.

Compatibility info: The Apple In-Ear Headphones supports the same devices that are supported by the Apple Earphones with Remote and Mic.

If you want to experience the best sound quality on iPods, iPhones, iPads and iPod Touch, you should not look beyond the original Apple earphones. Like the musical players, phones and computers marketed by Apple, all Apple headphones are also of premium quality. These headphones are manufactured by the famous Japanese corporation Fostex and are quite reasonably priced.

Sony has presented a model of headphones specifically designed for Playstation 3. It’s ‘PS3 Wireless Stereo Headset’, some cases which Sony wireless allow playback of high-quality surround sound in 7.1. The cases are so far available in theU.S.with a price of $ 99.99 (69.99 euros).

Playstation 3 games have a high-quality graphics. In addition, the sound of the vast majority have been designed to be at the height of the image. In action games like ‘Call of Dutty’ users can hear the footsteps of the enemies before you even see them. To enjoy quality sound without disturbing the rest of the house, Sony has introduced high-level headset.

PS3 Wireless Stereo Headset

The company has officially launched ‘PS3 Wireless Stereo Headset’ through its official blog. In a statement, Sony said that its new helmets are designed specifically for Playstation 3.

These headphones, following the trend developed by Sony, are wireless, allowing users to use without having to watch for wires or clearances to the console. The new helmets Playstation 3 console are connected through an adapter that is sold as standard with the peripheral.

The other great feature of the ‘PS3 Wireless Stereo Headset’ is the ability to play 7.1 sound. Sony has explained that titles like ‘Killzone’ and ‘Gran Turismo’ have a high quality audio designed with the technology, which allow users to enjoy a variety of levels and unprecedented opportunities.

The new Sony headphones also feature an integrated microphone. The chats and conversations during the games are becoming more frequent. In collaborative games, users can communicate with their peers. The ‘PS3 Wireless Stereo Headset’ up an option to mute the microphone if users do not want to transmit your voice.

The Playstation 3 official helmets also integrate a function to check the battery life, which will alert users on their screens when the level is low. They also have a volume control system that allows users to its regulation at all times.

Sony has confirmed that ‘PS3 Wireless Stereo Headset “will be available inU.S.stores as of the month for $ 99.99 (69.99 euros). The company has not specified whether the peripheral will reach more countries.

Transfer music wirelessly right from your phone or your Bluetooth ™ device with digital sound quality and allows the display of information about the songs or calls on the screen type “magic mirror.” Madrid, Spain- May 8, 2007- Sony Ericsson makes the fact of listening to music and to manage mobile phone calls through an experience of high quality with the launch of the Stereo Bluetooth ™ Headset HBH-DS980, announced today. This attractive accessory makes it possible to listen to music wirelessly while you can manage your calls with superior sound quality even in noisy environments. This is possible through advances in design, ergonomics and audio:

- Digital noise removal and echoes which in turn reduces background noise.
- Bluetooth ™ version 2.0 for better quality voice calls.
- A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) to listen to music with better sound quality.
- hidden OLED display that delivers a high quality design and information visualization more powerful than a conventional LCD display.

“As more and more people decide to save your favorite digital music on your mobile phone, it emphasizes the need to use Bluetooth ™ stereo headset that can deliver great sound quality,” explains Jacob Sten, Head of Business Unit Accessories at Sony Ericsson. ”This latest release it achieves this goal with a very compact, attractive and desired by all who see it in operation. It is so very practical and useful it will not be necessary for users to take the phone out of their pockets. ”

With a battery life in playback mode up to 6 hours, the HBH-DS980 has been designed with comfort in mind. The ends of the headphones are made with soft silicone and offers three different sizes to suit its placement in the best way possible to the user’s ear. Total weight only27 grams, which makes it very comfortable when worn.

With a charcoal finish, but very elegant, the Stereo Bluetooth ™ Headset HBH-DS980 have the additional new hidden screen called “magic mirror” that only when the headset is activated. The information shown relates to the songs that the user is listening, such as title, battery status or certain details such as the identity of the caller.

The HBH-DS980 can be used with more than one device simultaneously. The new multipoint function allows you to hear the songs stored on a personal computer equipped with Bluetooth ™ technology and manage phone calls simultaneously.

The Stereo Bluetooth ™ Headset HBH-DS980 has been developed thinking at all times on the end user and therefore not only offer the best possible comfort but its unique design makes it an ideal companion for the new Sony Ericsson T650 mobile phone, which also has been presented today. The HBH-DS980 will be available worldwide beginning in the third quarter of 2007.

Mainfeatures of Bluetooth stereo headset HBH-DS980:

Data:

- Weight: 27 g
- Color: Charcoal
- Battery talk time / standby / music playback: 6 / 300 / 6 hours
- Compatibility: all Bluetooth ™ phones from Sony Ericsson and other brands that incorporate the version Bluetooth ™ A2DP.
- Semi Automatic (Auto pairing ™), providing models compatible handsets W550/W600 and future Sony Bluetooth ™ Ercsson.

Components of the Box:
- Bluetooth Headset HBH-DS980
- Standard Charger CST-61
- Pouch
- User Guide

Spring Trend colors

Choose your favorite color! Lowrider The range offers a wide selection of colors and electrifying ranging from violet, pink and red to electric green, turquoise and apple green. This spring will be full of color with Skullcandy!

Lowrider:
-Very light (134 g);
-Conductor powerful 40mm;
-Flexible thanks to a single frame;
-Headset rotating 90 ° to audition as the DJ;
-recommended public price: 49 € in all stores.

Announces musical tastes
likes For more reggae, hip hop or techno, the Lowrider, Ti and GI vibrate to the sound of your mp3, anyone can choose the headset that best fits your musical style and his tribe !

Icon Recruit
-Double arch for comfort;
-Very lightweight (65 g);
-recommended public price: 27 € in all stores.

Lowrider
-Features: see below;
-recommended public price: 49 € in all stores.

Lined with hair Ti
-hull structure with 40mm titanium driver;
-Bow in leather, soft leather headphones;
-sound control, cable in 2 parties to choose the size;
-recommended public price: 75 € for all specialty stores.

GI rasta
-Outstanding sound thanks to the driver 40 mm;
-Arc in leather, fine leather headphones;
-sound control, cable two parties to choose the size;
-recommended public price: 62 € in all stores.

Graphical trend and always elegant … original!
The more discrete and Lowrider You choose the silver, black and white. A touch of originality thanks to carefully designed logo and lining (removable for the summer), very elegant.

Lined with hair Ti
-Features: see below;
-recommended public price: 75 € in stores.

Lowrider
-Features: see below;
-recommended public price: 49 € in all stores.

Skullcandy headphones are available at stores like Kaotic inBarcelonaand in all ski and snowboard shops, through its official distributor Freshline and numerous Internet websites.Some models are exclusively distributed in specialty sports.

With an elegant style, the Nokia Headset WH-700 fits comfortably in your ear, offering the option of using three different pads to get the finest sound. This model is best suited for someone who is always moving, thanks to low weight it is very easy to control volume and switch from music to a call. In addition, compatibility with a wide range of devices, thanks to the standard3.5 mmadapter makes this phone becomes the perfect companion for any music lover.

Nokia Stereo Headset WH-600

Por its part, the Nokia Stereo Headset WH-600 is a model that fits perfectly to the head. This headset allows you to cancel the noise, in addition to a few simple controls for volume, which allow you to talk easily when called. Like the previous model, the Nokia Stereo Headset WH-600 has a standard3.5 mmadapter, which allows its use in a wide range of devices.

This new range of headphones will be available worldwide beginning in January 2008.

The estimated price of the Nokia Stereo Headset WH-600 is 65 euros, and Nokia Stereo Headset WH-700, 50 euros or so (both before taxes).

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Usually headphones that let you include manufacturers something to be desired. For example, Apple included with all models of iPod headphones indecent, if you look at the quality of the player. At least in regard to the company Manzanera, as all do, to buy yourself one of its accessories, now how can I comment to spend it. So if you have just bought a player, the best and most advisable is to change the headphones “series” and I buy some some Sennheiser , or other proven quality.

At the Apple Store we offer different types, and use an example to explain their differences with respect to the quality they can offer, one for each user type:

* Sennheiser MX 550: (25 €) button classics. Ignoring the brand, which for me is the best, is the most general to make with a headset. They adapt to your ear and the only thing I dislike in these models is that it always ends up leaking too much noise outside, which depends on the situation always annoying.

*  Ribbon Apple In-Ear headphones for iPod nano (55 €): This type of model offers you the “comfort” to carry your hanging, so forget about pockets, bags etc … I do not usually like this type models, since the end of the day carry the iPod around his neck is tacky as a temple, nor what we want to steal (XD) tapes are not just for the iPod, so the same goes for any brand .

* Headphones Sennheiser PMX70 Sport (50 €): This model is suitable for sports, because as you see in the picture, the headphones are attached to the ear so they will not move even des somersaults. They are cumbersome, but useful for these purposes.

*  Headphones SHJ055 Nike Sport Duro (40 €): cool people, Molon, rappers, and modernillos, this is your model! hehehe Well, off silicones, it is actually more attractive than practical, I do not get them the best sound, but for those who want to show off perfect.

*  Isolating Earphones Shure SE420 black (349 €) In-ear headphones are built recently, and are the best option for finding a clean sound and quality. The system is so simple and effective, as-ear when you get almost completely isolate outside noise, getting to hear many more nuances in your music. The downside is that you can reach both listening to your mp3 isolate not you find out the outside world.

This particular model is incredibly expensive, and really I think a new leg of Apple’s head, I do not sell many a year the truth … In any case my choice is always this type of model, which is what I have left, and have for 20 € on brands like Panasonic, or Creative. The best, again, the Sennheiser.

FMJ for iPhone, the “must” in the headphones

In 2008, the best of intra-atrial, the Full Metal Jacket (also known as FMJ) becomes compatible with the iPhone. The adjustable metal cable 11mm three elegant models, is divided into two parts to obtain a cable longer or shorter, and integrates a microphone to use the phone. With the iPhone in my pocket and FMJ in the ears, everyone can have fun and communicate with class!

For those who have a BlackBerry Curve, also can use FMJ. Remove the headphones from half rigid EVA carrying case, ear molds used COMPLYTM that stop outside noises and adapted to the shape of either ear, up the sound and enjoy your music to stop!

TITAN, the intra-atrial fibrillation with the same colors as the iPod
New, with its cable 9mm, this headset that recently belonged to the family of Full Metal Jacket, is now its own way! Pink, red, violet, blue, green, gray or black, its strength is customization! Its high-precision drivers and meticulously designed aluminum section TiTAN make a receiver with high sound quality. The cable is divided equally into 2 parts.

So as the FMJ, are also included in the ear molds TiTAN COMPLYTM. Comfortable, fit any ear and not fall off even during the most extreme moves!

From 2008, all helmets and Skullcandy headphones will be adapted
by an adapter to the iPhone.

Skullcandy headphones are available at stores like Kaotic inBarcelonaand in all ski and snowboard shops, through its official distributor Freshline (www.freshlines.net) and on numerous Internet websites. Some models are exclusively distributed in specialty sports