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Sony MDR-AS30G Active Headphones: Although the headphone market continues to burgeon with new models, it can be surprisingly tough to find a decent, fitness-friendly pair. A few companies, such as Sennheiser, have stepped up to the plate with sport-branded earphones, which feature design attributes meant to keep them secured on the head during activity....; Tags: Performance management, Sony Corp., earphone, MDR-AS30G, neckband, Active Headphones, headphone; Product reviews 2008-05-28
Sony MDR-AS40EX Headphones: Although the headphone market continues to burgeon with new models, it can be surprisingly tough to find a decent, fitness-friendly pair. A few companies, such as Sennheiser, have stepped up to the plate with sport-branded earphones that feature design attributes meant to keep them secured on the head during activity....; Tags: Cable, Performance management, Digital media, Digital music, Sony Corp., earphone, Sony MDR-AS40EX, headphone; Product reviews 2008-04-25
Acoustic Research ARE05 Noise-Isolating Earphones: Audiovox-owned brand Acoustic Research, a company best known for producing low-cost speakers and turntables, is trying its hand at headphones. On the portable side, the new line includes the ARE05 Noise-Isolating earphones. This inexpensive set may not be the most comfortable or best-sounding earbuds we've laid ears on, but with...; Tags: earphone; Product reviews 2008-03-27
Shure SE420 Sound Isolating Earphones (black): When it comes to audio, most people don't spend enough on speakers or headphones. Despite the fact that your headphones are the pieces of the puzzle that actually make the sound that you hear, the vast majority of the people I see around New York City have nasty $10 earbuds...; Tags: SE420s, Shure, headphone, earphone, cable, earbud; Product reviews 2007-09-05
Shure SE420 Sound Isolating Earphones (white): When it comes to audio, most people don't spend enough on speakers or headphones. Despite the fact that your headphones are the pieces of the puzzle that actually make the sound that you hear, the vast majority of the people I see around New York City have nasty $10 earbuds...; Tags: SE420s, Shure, headphone, earphone, cable, earbud; Product reviews 2007-09-05

Gifts for Geeks - In search of quality earphones: Gifts for Geeks - In search of quality earphonesI had the same problemIt seemed like everyone was selling those hard plastic earphones, and maybe I just have nonstandard ears, but every time I tried one of those, they'd never stay in my ears but would fall out. Even if...; Tags: Koss, earphone, volume control, Sony Corp., headphone; Discussion threads 2006-12-15
Gifts for Geeks - In search of quality earphones: With all the talk about iPods and Zunes not forgetting all the other portable media players out there Im surprised that there isnt more talk about quality earphones. After all, these are the business end for most of these devices!The single thing that never fails to strike me about...; Tags: earphone, Gadgets, Mobile Technology, Uncategorized; Blog posts 2006-12-15
Experience the ultimate in mobile sound with the super.fi 5 Pro earphones: Microsoft and some of its partners gave us a couple of nice pieces of gear to evaluate at the Mobius Boston 2006 event and the last item given right at the end of the final day was a set of Ultimate Ears super.fi 5 Pro earphones. I accepted the box...; Tags: earphone; Blog posts 2006-10-17

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Xmart Volume (dmg): If you are listening to music on the earphone, Xmart Volume may help you turn down the music volume when someone nearby talks to you. It then restores the music volume after the conversation. Perfect for "lazy" music lover. Xmart Volume utilizes the built-in microphone of your Mac or iSight...; Tags: Headphone, Volume, Cross-Discipline Technology, Xmart Volume; Software downloads 2008-06-04
More notes on the active-passive noise cancellation debate: While traveling cross country last week, I put in a vote for passive noise reduction technology in earphones. Several readers offered some interesting counterpoint. Active canceling targets the low-frequency noises, such as regular sounds of engine noise and fans on an airplane. However, it doesn't really...; Tags: Noise, ANRfan, David Morgenstern; Blog posts 2008-05-27
A vote for passive noise isolation, not active reduction: Based on a cross-county flight to NYC I took this week, many travelers are using active noise-reduction technology to shut out the din of the airplane. However, I prefer the passive approach of noise isolation, which is a greener solution, and provides more accurate sound. ...; Tags: Headphone, Isolation, Noise, ER-4, ER, David Morgenstern; Blog posts 2008-05-20
Panasonic DVD-LS86: As gadget categories go, the portable DVD player is a rather commoditized lot, with plenty of no-name brands available for $100 or less. To rise above the sea of mediocrity, a player needs some distinguishing characteristics: say, a large screen, improved digital file support (something beyond plain old DVD and...; Tags: Engineering, DVD, Consumer electronics, Digital music, Digital media, Panasonic, Panasonic DVD-LS86, battery; Product reviews 2008-05-05
Troubleshooting Mac OS X software issues: Apple recently updated its Knowledge Base guide to troubleshooting software problems. Roll up your sleeves, it's a long list. Of course, the first item in Mac OS X: How to troubleshoot a software issue is whether the issue is in hardware or software. And that's trouble...; Tags: Software, Apple Mac OS, Apple Macintosh, Apple iPod, Apple Mac OS X, Hardware, Cable, Tools & Techniques, Network Technology, Telecommunications, Personal Technology, Management, Networking, David Morgenstern; Blog posts 2008-03-25
The Chumby: A Wi-Fi-enabled alarm clock on steroids: OK, I concede that the Chumby isn't a necessity for anyone's home network. But it's one of those gadgets that's so unusually fun and useful that you gotta have it. Of course, as is the case with many unusually fun devices, it's wildly overpriced at $179.95. ...; Tags: Facebook, Movie, MySpace, Chumby, Wireless LANs, Wi-Fi, Wireless, Rik Fairlie; Blog posts 2008-03-03
Tension Labs EAP03 Audio Processor: The Tension Labs EAP03 ($179) is a personal headphone amplifier intended for hi-fidelity audio enthusiasts looking to get the best performance from high-end in-ear headphones. DesignMeasuring 3.25 inches by 2 inches by 0.5 inches, the Tension Labs EAP03 has the look and feel of a knock-off iPod Mini constructed by...; Tags: Digital music, Digital media, Tension Labs EAP03; Product reviews 2008-02-15
Sony DR-BT22 series: Who says advancement in cell phones can't benefit MP3 players as well? As stereo Bluetooth (otherwise known as A2DP) becomes the standard variety on more and more handsets, we continue to see an influx of stereo Bluetooth headsets. The latest from Sony is the DR-BT22, a portable set with a...; Tags: Digital music, Digital media, Bass, Sony DR-BT22, headset, headphone, Sony Corp.; Product reviews 2008-02-13
A123 Health Mp3 (exe): Health MP3 is software which can protect your hearing. It can improve the timbre with the higher sound effects of 192kbps, which can bring you the pleasant and attractive audio. It also could optimize the audio file according to the principle of human engineering, thereby protect your hearing. It supports...; Tags: Audio, Health Care, MP3, Health Mp3, Vertical Industries, Benefits, Healthcare, Digital Music, Digital Media, Enterprise Software, Software, Human Resources, Personal Technology, Consumer Electronics; Software downloads 2007-11-13
BlackBerry Patent app boosts ability to simultaneously work with voice and data applications: A newly published BlackBerry Patent application entitled Advanced Voice and Data Operations in a Mobile Communications Device describes a technology that greatly eases these related processes. The Patent Abstract provides at least some insight into what is being proposed here: ...; Tags: Method, Application, Phone, Step, Mobile, Network, Telephone Call, Voice, Data, Information, RIM BlackBerry, Mobile Device, Computer, Wireless, Patent Abstract, Data Item, Invention, Voice Component, Phone Number, Caller Identification Information, Wireless Connector, Telecom & Utilities, Advertising & Promotion, Marketing, Russell Shaw; Blog posts 2007-10-18
A123 Health AAC (exe): Health AAC is software which can protect your hearing. It can improve the timbre with the higher sound effects of 192kbps, which can bring you the pleasant and attractive audio.It also could optimize the audio file according to the principle of human engineering, thereby protect your hearing. It supports all...; Tags: Health Care, Music, Health AAC, Vertical Industries, Benefits, Healthcare, Enterprise Software, Software, Human Resources; Software downloads 2007-10-12
That damned recessed iPhone headphone jack: That damned recessed iPhone headphone jackI have an idea why...It may be to prevent the internal headphone jack from being broken away from the Circuit Board during use, this was a big issue on iPods.RE: That damned recessed iPhone headphone jackThe reason for the recessed jack was given. It...; Tags: headphone, Apple iPhone, jack, headphone jack, Apple Inc.; Discussion threads 2007-09-05