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Introducing Sony Ericsson's MH907 Headphones

Japanese-Swedish mobile phone maker Sony Ericsson has unveiled today the way it plans on changing the way users listen to music: its new MH907 headphones. The most interesting feature of the new headphones is the fact that they are motion activated, and it is the first time in the world that such a product is announc...

21 September 2009
08:27 GMT

Creative to Release World of Warcraft-Themed Gaming Headset

The guy who thought about merchandise and branding for the first time is one of the people to have had a major impact on our present civilization and lifestyle. And if you're still having any doubts about the truth behind the sentence above, let me introduce to you one of the latest projects soon to emerge from ...

20 August 2009
10:52 GMT

Find Your Motivation: Train with Music

Keeping to a regulate workout routine can be one of the most challenging things we have to do, especially since there are so many things in our daily life that can act as strong distractions. Then, there is the question of finding strong enough motivation to keep going or, depending on the case, to get back up on the...

25 March 2009
14:21 GMT

Stick Some M&Ms in Your Ears and Start Rocking

If you're not that easily influenced by people's insistent looks and their overall confused faces as they walk past you, then you should definitely try Maxell's latest in headphones: the M&M-themed ear buds, which look absolutely killer. If sticking two M&Ms in your ears has been silly and even dangero...

13 January 2009
10:51 GMT

The Aerial7 Graffiti Headphones Come in Harmful Colors

There are a lot a headphones that sport designs less sober than the usual all-black plastic shapes, but the Graffiti headgear from Aerial7 are by far the most striking ones, at least as far as the color schemes are concerned. If you're looking for some headphones that will make all heads turn and eyes pop, these...

7 January 2009
08:37 GMT

New Headphones from Nixon Making the iPod Ones Look Silly

If there still are people around who claim that the stock iPod headphones are looking cool, we beg them take a look at the newest additions to the Nixon headphones family. If great sound and awesome style is your game, then you should give away your Apple headphones to the kids in your neighborhood and get a pair of ...

5 December 2008
11:22 GMT

Ultrasone HFI-15G, Affordable High Quality

As Christmas is drawing near, it seems like more and greater gift ideas are available. And if you're the kind of guy who likes to make neat and useful presents and are looking for one of the best deals around, it might prove that the HFI-15G headphones from top-drawer manufacturer Ultrasone are more than desirab...

22 November 2008
04:47 GMT

iPod Classic Software Update 2.0.1 Available

Following the release of iPod nano 4G Software Update 1.0.3, it has been revealed that owners of an iPod classic 120GB also have new software to install. The 58MB package is only available by connecting your classic iPod to iTunes. The release adds support for upcoming Apple products, and, additionally, includes fixe...

13 November 2008
04:53 GMT

Neat Digital Wireless Headphones from Audio Technica: the ATH-DWL5000R

The headphones we'll be quickly introducing to you next are one of the neatest solutions when it comes to enjoying a great sound while benefiting from the freedom to move only wireless gear gives you. It is of course very comforting to sit at your desk and do your job while listening to your fav radio station or...

27 October 2008
01:36 GMT

Less Pain, More Gain with the Comply Foam Tips

There are people who wouldn't change their in-ear headphones for the world and there are also people who simply can't stand them. While this is strictly a matter of personal likes and dislikes, when it comes to earbuds, the question is, how much discomfort is one willing to withstand in order to have a good...

21 October 2008
05:39 GMT

Choose Your Side with the Green House Angel&Devil Headphones

You've got to choose between the good side and the bad side: what will it be? Maybe in absolute terms this would be a rather difficult decision, but when it comes to headphones, you can now go for both and still be very happy with your choice. The latest in-ear headphones from Green House will help you hear thin...

20 October 2008
05:07 GMT

Sony Bubble, Treats for a Lady's Ears

Following Audio Technica's latest trend as far as mixing together women’s fashion and audio technology was concerned, Sony has revealed its newest line of blingy headphones, created for ladies’ listening pleasure. Codenamed Bubble, these in-ear headphones could easily become your accessory of choice ...

20 October 2008
04:31 GMT

ATH-CK100, the First Triple-Driver In-Ear Headphones from Audio Technica

These days, Audio Technica has introduced its new headphones, codenamed ATH-CK100; the big news is that we're looking at AT's first triple-driver in-ear headphones, said to boast an increased performance with higher detail and more definition than the usual headphones used to deliver. Now, the idea is quite...

18 October 2008
06:07 GMT

To Bling or Not to Bling: This Is DEOS' Question

Bling – the final frontier. That's the first thing that came to my mind as I first looked at the new headphones from the London-based DEOS. In fact, we're not even talking about the headphones themselves but about an even funnier thing: special-design covers, adorned in full or in half with Swarovski ...

9 October 2008
08:43 GMT

Music Almighty, Nokia's Outrageously Funny Competition

Nokia have recently started a very funny competition whose aim is to find the design for their next headset. While being a company with a major share in the mobile phone market, Nokia have been tapping into side-niches and especially focusing on bringing forward new and very attractive items in the field of headphone...

3 October 2008
04:48 GMT

Ladies Only: Audio Technica's New Line of Headphones

Well-renowned for the excellence of their product range, Audio Technica have finally decided it was high time for a special approach on the ladies' world and have therefore created and released a dedicated line of headphones designed for the female public.Not that our girlfriends, wives or daughters had some spe...

25 September 2008
13:31 GMT

Headphones for Underwater Listening: the Surge, from H2O

Some not so many years ago, putting "swimming" and "listening to music" in the same sentence (other than a negative one) was something rare and almost silly. Everybody knew that water and electronics don't make good friends and each time they met, water used to win while electronics used to fry. Seemingly, H2O, ...

25 September 2008
10:01 GMT

Funny (and Almost Silly) Earbuds, for the Child in You

Sometimes, the quality of one’s headphones might not be exactly the most important thing to keep in mind when at the store, especially if we're talking about those who haven't yet parted with their inner child. For them, or for their fun-loving friends, the sight of weird, funny gadgets and the idea b...

24 September 2008
12:51 GMT

Apple One-to-One Personal Training 'Evolves'

ifoAppleStore is reporting that some US Apple Retail Stores are so crowded that Apple's trainers and their “students” can't cope with the noise anymore, being unable to carry out One-to-One personal training sessions. Seemingly, the stainless steel architecture of some stores generates quite ser...

12 September 2008
10:08 GMT

iPod Touch Disassembled - Can Do VoIP

It has been confirmed that iPod touch boasts the necessary hardware to support VoIP calls. With the newly announced headphones from Apple, which ship with a built-in mic, iPod touch is good to go as a voice communications device.“With 5 wires connected to the Touch headphone jack (instead of 4 on the previous m...

12 September 2008
04:10 GMT

Apple Intros New In-Ear Headphones for iPod

During Apple's “Let's Rock” event two days ago, Steve Jobs, the company's CEO, announced a couple of new headphone sets (29$ and $79 respectively) that go great with the newly introduced iPods. In fact, they only go with the new iPods, as it turns out. But they're great!The first new s...

11 September 2008
03:00 GMT

The New Ultrasone PRO 900 High-end Headphones

The Germans from Ultrasone have had little rest until now and this can be proven by their latest announcement: it looks like October will be the month the new PRO 900 high-end headphones will be released for the public, at a $600 MSRP. Now, there are things and things about these headphones, especially as the audioph...

29 August 2008
06:00 GMT

Razer's New Megalodon Gaming Headset Will Bite Your Ears Off

As some of you might know, the Megalodon was one of the biggest sharks to have ever swum within Earth's oceans, being pretty much the ultimate aquatic predator starting around 18 million years ago and down to around 1.5 million years ago. So, by choosing this particular name, the people from Razer have made thei...

21 August 2008
13:16 GMT

A New Definition for "Luxury": the AKG K702 Headphones

Following the great success and unanimous appreciation of the exquisite K701 high-end headphones, AKG have taken things further and created another piece of audio excellence in the body of the K702 headset. Introduced at the InfoComm '08, the AKG K 702 headphones are a proud and praiseworthy successor of the acc...

27 June 2008
10:10 GMT

Loud Music Is Bad for the Ears

The results of an Australian governmental study show that people listening to music at high volumes, especially those who use earphones and headphones, are subjected to a higher risk of developing permanent hearing problems. The study shows that about two thirds of the population of Australia is affected to some exte...

10 June 2008
10:15 GMT

The JayBird JB-200 Bluetooth Headphones - To-die-for Functionality and Style

In case you were looking for some truly exquisite headphones, you should definitely check out the new JB-200 from JayBird. Built on the acclaimed JB-100, these new headphones boast even better characteristics, in terms of design and comfort, while at the same time increasing the quality of your on-the-go listening ex...

22 April 2008
06:42 GMT

Creative's All New EP-830 Earphones

Creative have just unveiled in Singapore their latest headphones model, codenamed the EP-830. This new piece of high-class audio technology comes as a nifty upgrade for the acclaimed EP-630 version and it builds on the same heritage, delivering pristine and lifelike acoustics for music lovers on the go.The new headp...

18 March 2008
06:59 GMT

CeBIT 2008: Skullcandy's Headphones are Truly Candy for One's Ears

Most people simply love taking everything to the extreme, from the sports they're interested in to their basic, daily activities, like listening to music. And this is exactly the market segment especially targeted by Skullcandy, a headphone manufacturer whose products can only be described as "extreme". Like mos...

4 March 2008
11:03 GMT

iPhone/iPod Headphones that Let You Hear Everything

No, it's not an add-on for your MacBook Air, but one for your iPhone or iPod. Airdrives, the "Stereo Earphones for iPhone and iPods," feature this integrated discrete microphone that enables hands-free dual use from MP3 earphones to iPhone headset and, check this out, allow their user to hear life's surroun...

21 February 2008
09:48 GMT

The New Klipsch Custom Headphones

Klipsch is a legendary name in the audio industry not only because of the longevity of this brand, but because of the high-quality of their every product, no matter whether we're talking the entry-level or the high-end ranges. Spearheading the audio industry for so many years and constantly setting new standard...

22 January 2008
04:40 GMT

CES 2008: The New Sennheiser In-Ear Headphones - IE6, IE7 and IE8

At CES 2008, Sennheiser have presented their latest series of in-ear headphones oriented for both music listening as well as for monitoring purposes, a truly generous offer aimed at more than one single category of listeners and thus with a very serious potential for success.The Sennheiser IE series comprises three n...

8 January 2008
04:00 GMT

CES 2008: "Beats by Dr. Dre", Dr. Dre's Latest Release in Collaboration with Monster

CES 2008 brought a really neat announcement: legendary rapper and music producer Dr. Dre is about to release his personal headset, codenamed "Beats". Dr. Dre has teamed up with another legendary name in the audio industry, Monster, a renowned manufacturer of high-end cables and professional-use gear, and together the...

7 January 2008
05:23 GMT

CES 2008: Sleek Audio VQ - The Industry's First In-ear Frequency-customizable Headset

At CES 2008, Sleek Audio has presented detailed specs on a revolutionary headset technology, the VQ. An industry first, the Sleek Audio VQ system allows listeners to customize their audio experience the way they want, especially when it comes to listening dramatically different styles of music, from symphonic to hip...

7 January 2008
04:35 GMT

Freestyle! from Mustek: MP3 Player and 2GB Storage in New Headset

Set to hit the shelves in March 2008, the new headset from Mustek is one good-looking piece of audio tech. We're talking a combination between two gadgets, resulting in a new and cool one, even if there's no groundbreaking innovation involved.The Freestyle! headset is indeed one cool piece of audio techno...

3 January 2008
03:49 GMT

Your Bank Account's Doom: Heyerdahl iDiamond Ear Headphones

Well, in case your wife is an audiophile and she also loves diamonds and she finds out about these headphone set... you're fried! Sorry, but these headphones are a real budget-killer, unless you're very, very serious with your earnings: at $6,400+VAT, the iDiamond Ear earbud headphones aren't by far yo...

17 December 2007
03:24 GMT

V-Moda Earbuds with New Exquisite Colors

Well, happy news for those who are seriously preoccupied about the way their headphones look like: V-Moda, the guys offering to the world one of the most stylish headsets around, have introduces new colors that will match better with your style and players or mobile phones. Three from V-Moda's series, the Vibe,...

5 December 2007
09:49 GMT

Akutibunoizukyanseru: Radius' radStrap Noise Cancel Earbuds for Nano iPods

The Japanese name for these headphones simply rocks, even though you might already reach your destination before you have learned it (kidding). Well, it looks like the guys at Radius have been quite busy the last months and have come up with some of the neatest headsets around, especially created for Nano iPod-owners...

3 December 2007
02:57 GMT

New Elecom Design Headphones Looking Great

For quite a lot of people, a portable digital player means much more than an audio accessory destined to let them enjoy their fav music or radio shows while on the go, jogging or riding a bike in the park, on a train or plane, headed for a remote location. For these people, PMPs and their own accessories are a way of...

19 November 2007
04:09 GMT

The M-Audio Studiophile Q40s Are Shipping

Well, the announcement from M-Audio should make some people happy as the new headset, codenamed Studiophile Q40, is ready and shipping. The Q40 is one professional-grade entry on the headphone market that aims for both very serious studio as well as home studio use, even though the $180 price would rather recommend t...

13 November 2007
10:07 GMT

Acoustic Research AWD210 Wireless Headphones: New Chips, Better Sound

Avnera is a very new name on the wireless chip market but it looks like their collaboration with Acoustic Research was a more than inspired move. The same thing could actually be said about AR as they have decided to get in close relations with Avnera and work together to produce better sounding wireless gear...prett...

7 November 2007
07:16 GMT

Newest Pioneer Headphones: More Comfort, Better Life - SE-A1000

For comfortably watching your fav movies late at night without disturbing your roommates or your family, as well as for those cold days when you feel like the iPod's earbuds aren't enough, the new head gear from Pioneer seems like one of the neatest high-end solutions. The SE-A1000 are headphones that look,...

30 October 2007
11:30 GMT

They May Look Bulky but They're 5.1: Panasonic RP-WF5500

Indeed, the newly announced headset from Panasonic is an idea for life, as the company slogan says: the RP-WF5500 is a headset that seems to pack in everything needed by the demanding listener and even more. In an age of wireless connectivity and extreme mobility, such a piece of tech was somehow expected... and it f...

22 October 2007
10:42 GMT

How Dumb Can People Be? Lobie-dumb?

Now, that's dumb indeed. Why Lobie is, of course. 'WTF is this Lobie?', you - music fans - might ask. Well, Lobie is one stupid contraption designed especially for those people who - brace yourselves really good - want to listen to music using earbud headphones but without having the earbuds inserted i...

3 October 2007
05:46 GMT

The AKG K 930 Wireless Headphones: Listening Pleasure Unlimited

If you're a wireless headphone enthusiast or have a friend who is and his/her birthday is approaching this late autumn... or even if you've already started looking for the best Christmas gifts, the new wireless headphones from AKG are by all means one thing that will do the job. The K 930 from AKG is a pair...

31 August 2007
05:25 GMT

Protect Your Child's Hearing: Hamilton Electronics Guardian Headphones

It's been almost 75 years since Hamilton Electronics entered the audio industry and began manufacturing educational equipment for all sorts of schools; well, it seems like Hamilton Electronics is not at all running in the same race like many other producers, the race for smaller and louder gear... the Guardian h...

27 August 2007
10:40 GMT

OTTO's In-ear Passive Noise-reduction Headphones

Even if the generic trend for the headphone industry seems to follow the ANR standard, which stands for Active Noise Reduction, there are manufacturers that still rely on the passive methods to eliminate the ambient or parasite noise that impedes a clean and clear audition. The noise-reduction headphones become highl...

2 August 2007
04:28 GMT

Nokia N76 Review

I was wondering when Nokia would start copying other successful brand designs and here it is, in the form of a new clamshell Nokia N76. This is probably the first Nokia handset which strongly resembles a unique design specific to another well-known brand, Motorola. Maybe you'll think that these days everyone ...

31 July 2007
09:30 GMT

Morito Announces Waterproof Headphones with Bone Conduction Technology

Morito Co Ltd, a multi-directional Japanese company, announced at the Wireless Japan Exhibition the approaching release of Audio Bone Aqua, a new and appealing type of headphones that can be connected to your mobile device or your music player. Why is Audio Bone Aqua appealing? First of all, it is waterproof, meeting...

22 July 2007
12:02 GMT

Wireless Wires on Arriva iPod Shuffle Headphones

Well, it could sound like I'm just out from a motorbike accident (God forbid) and I am very, very confused when writing. As a matter of fact nothing is wrong, I'm well and my mind is very clear; nevertheless, the concept behind the new Arriva prototype iPod headphones could be a little weirder, but things a...

20 July 2007
11:17 GMT

A Quiet World: The JVC HA-NC250 Noise Canceling Headphones

This piece of news is nothing more than another proof (is anyone counting?) that our world gets noisier and noisier; I am less willing myself to believe that all of a sudden in these last years people have raised consciousness regarding their listening habits in all sorts of environments and this was the trigger for ...

13 July 2007
10:19 GMT


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