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In the world of headphones, there are really cheap ones that come with music players that sound horrible and there are others that make you do a double take at the price tag.  The Maximo iMetal iM-590 earphones are “enhanced definition isolation earphones” with a MSRP of $59.99, but you… Continue Reading »

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Monster, makers of pricey cables and other home theater accessories, teamed with Dr. Dre to come out with Beats by Dr. Dre specialty headphones and ear buds.  Now, the line just got larger with the introduction of “Heartbeats by Lady Gaga.” These headphones are marketed to the fashion conscious with… Continue Reading »

A MP3 player is only as good as its headphones or earbuds.  With that in mind, it is very important to decide whether headphones or earbuds are the way to go when listening to music.  For me the difference between using headphones and earbuds is relatively simple.  However, for others,… Continue Reading »

What is it? The Monster Turbine in-ear speakers (otherwise known to regular mortals as in-ear headphones) designed by Monster’s head honcho, Noel Lee.  There are lot of included ear tips with different sizes and shapes.  If you’ve got two different sized ears (and you probably do), this lets you get… Continue Reading »

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The company behind invisibleSHIELDs recently introduced the Z.buds for the iPhone, and showed them off at CES.  We finally got a chance to listen to them and like what we hear.  The new earbuds have a tangle-free cord that comes in red or black, has an inline volume control, and… Continue Reading »

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Company: Able Planet Product: Clear Harmony NC200 foldable headphones Price: $99.99 Pros: Portable and neat foldable design.  Easy to take anywhere.  Also comes with in-line adjustable volume to make music even louder.  Soft and comfortable to wear. Cons: Sound isn’t the best unless you are using the Noise canceling.  Virtually… Continue Reading »

Sure, it might be somewhat common knowledge, but the European Union is saying that MP3 players could be ruining our hearing.  According to an EU report, listening to music at 89 decibels for more than five hours a week, young people could damage their ears within five years.  Not only… Continue Reading »

Product: Flamingo Sport Headphones Price and Availability: Currently available and retailing for $49.99 Rating: 8/10 Pros: Stayed in ear well, offered good sound quality, comfortable even with extended wear. Cons: Nylon cord. Overall: Would not hesitate to recommend. Keep reading to check out the full review… Continue Reading »

Sennheiser is offering a trade-in program of sorts for your old headphones. Whether “new, old, broken or used” all you have to do is choose the style of headphones that you want to purchase, fill out their form, gather up your old headphones and mail them in. The trade-in value… Continue Reading »

Product: Skullcandy iPhone FMJ headphones Price and Availability: $79.95, Currently available for sale, although they are noted as being out-of stock until March 1-15, 2008. Rating: 10/10 Pros: A comfortable fit, great sounding and a solid, durable feel. Cons: Not sure I can really call it a con, but at… Continue Reading »