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I'm planning to buy a bluetooth headset and a bluetooth usb adapter, but so far I havent found much.
The BT headset will be mostly used for music and some talking, so i will need to have something in both ears and not just 1 like most bt headset.
And I also need a bluetooth usb adapter that i will use together with active sync and do file exploring, and syncing contacts etc. , normal stuff.
I appreciate every help I can get, links, answers, and also if you have used any of the BT headsets, and can write a mini review about it if you think its good, that would also be great!
Christoffer
Anyone that can help?
I don't have the Diamond (yet), but I am very happy with my Plantronics Voyager 855 Stereo BT buds. There is a primary earbud with a loop for use for standard BT handsfree, and a lighter bud with a thin wire for the stereo. I don't use mine too often as stereo, but when I do, the sound is quite good from my HTC Apache (although the ROM I'm using has an issue that requires deleting the profile and recreating periodically to avoid playback problems). As a handsfree, it picks up well and because the buds seal in your ear, it blocks out background noise well. I'm even able to use in stereo mode while mowing without adjusting the volume above a non-mowing comfortable level (again, because the seal blocks out most noise), so I don't destroy my hearing.
My only issue is that when I get sweaty, the buds don't hold their seal really well, so I'd have to occasionally push them back in for a tight seal. I also tried to do without the ear loop when only using the primary side for hands-free, but that lead to my trying to catch it when it fell out while holding my phone in that hand (which lead to a scratch on my phone and an ejected memory card -- oops). If you use the loop and play around with the different sized buds for proper fit, you should be quite happy. Also, if you look for deals, I was able to get mine for around $60.
Hope that helps. I've not used any USB BT adapters, so can't help there.
Thanks for a nice reply with much information, and I've seen a bit on that one before to, looks pretty nice, I've heard it wasn't that good for music playing, but how do you think the sound is? is it very high on max volum or not that high? and how is the quality, maybe compared to the earphones that are you got with the phone or some others if you got.
And when you talk in it, the sound is good on both sides? i mean, do you hear the other one good and does he/her hear you good?
Also, where did you buy it for 60$ looks like a nice price for those, only found them for over 100$ without looking to much yet.
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I've heard it wasn't that good for music playing, but how do you think the sound is? is it very high on max volum or not that high? and how is the quality, maybe compared to the earphones that are you got with the phone or some others if you got.
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The volume is good. As I mentioned, I mow the lawn with them, and I can hear my podcasts very well even over the sound of the mower. The music I've listened to has sounded good, but I didn't really do an objective comparison with other earphones/buds. I think the quality is about is good as you get from most 128 kbps MP3s. If the earbuds are properly seated in your ears, the base is quite good, but if they are not, they will sound a bit tinny.
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And when you talk in it, the sound is good on both sides? i mean, do you hear the other one good and does he/her hear you good?
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I think the call quality is good. It picks me up very well even without extending the mic/slide, and nobody has complained.
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Also, where did you buy it for 60$ looks like a nice price for those, only found them for over 100$ without looking to much yet.
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I found it on n1wireless (http://www.n1wireless.com/search.cg...+voyager+855&gclid=COedzLn65ZQCFRKhxgodnCirSg), which has it for $69 new or $49 opened box. I bought an open box (which cost me a bit more IIRC).
Because the buds seal your ear canal for proper fit, one issue you might have is the reduction of background noise when not in use. It did take me a bit to get used to basically being partially deaf in one ear when one side was in. When I'm not trying to block out the sound, but am wearing the headset in expectation of a call, I sometimes intentionally break the seal so I can hear outside sounds better. My old headset was the more traditional outside the canal type, and that wasn't an issue, but then again, I couldn't hear anything in noise environs (and certainly not while mowing), so you've got to make that call.
I would REALLY recommend the Motorola S9 and if you can wait, the HD ones are coming out supposedly in September.
Thanks for both replies and i think im going for the plantronic one unless i find something else that is better.
About the motorola s9, i dont really want the looks like that one, I like it better when its a bit smaller and I'm able to have it in my pocket.
I've been looking for plantronics voyager 855 now, but most sites i've been on either dont ship to Norway or it costs like 40-60dollar for shipping.
Does anyone know a place with a low price prefer under 80dollar, with also free or cheap shipping, under 10 dollar atleast. I'm not gonna pay 60 dollar for the headset + 60 dollar for shipping
Cheapest place in Norway is 720kr which is about 150(+/-) dollar
Another option
I got the HBH-DS970 on ebay for £19 about 38 dollars with free postage to UK - they are absolutely amazing in terms of sound quality they look great and also have caller ID and music controls.
Does the music controller work in S2P?
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Still trying to get the plantronics voyager 855, but haven't found any good prices yet, anyone about some places? with also either cheap or free shipping to norway
Does anybody know any good bluetooth headphones...I hate working out with wired headphones. Right now I'm debating between the Sony DRBT100CX and Motorola MOTOROKR S9-HD.
get the sonys as i've had the motos and they're rubbish and hurt your ears after a while !
I have the motorokr s305 I just got from verizon for 25.00 on a sale. I also have a pair of Dynex headphones from ebay I got for 20$. They both feel ok and work great. For the price, the Dynex ones are good.
On a side note, I opened up the dynex headphones and wired audio cables up to it to plug into my home receiver.
Careful buying motorola products on ebay. I purchased a set of bluetooth headphones and got a knockoff. They worked like ****.
The motorola s9 hd is totally wireless which is great.
The sony uses bluetooth 2.1 which might work better with my n1 compared to the motorola s9 hd's 2.0 bluetooth.
I have the Sennheiser MM400 and its the best i tried. Especially the sound is great if u listen to music as well!
Yes, I using it to mostly workout...i need something that won't fall off while running so the Sennheiser MM400 might be suitable.
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Does anybody know any good bluetooth headphones...I hate working out with wired headphones. Right now I'm debating between the Sony DRBT100CX and Motorola MOTOROKR S9-HD.
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I don't think there are any "good" ones. Reading the reviews leads me to believe they all suck.
I have the Motorola S805 and they're comfortable enough but the sound quality is lacking and they're also quite noisy (hiss). I almost always use corded headphones instead.
So what's the difference b/w bluetooth 2.0 vs. bluetooth 2.1
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So what's the difference b/w bluetooth 2.0 vs. bluetooth 2.1
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About .1
LOL. good one...I mean specs wise. Better reception and quality?
I actually own a pair of those Sony DRBT100CX and they work very good with the MyTouch. I listen to music on them a lot and there's no skipping.
Using it for calls works well also, the mic on it is sensitive though. I could stand about 25 feet away while talking in a normal voice and it comes in crystal clear on the other end (probably not good to use in crowded areas, at least for talking on the phone through it).
I also use it paired with my ps3 as a headset and it works well with it also.
I'm satisfied with it thus far.
I have the Moto HT280's the S9's and now the Altec Lansing/Plantronics BackBeat 906
They all cut out horribly outdoors.
The problem seems to be they can't penetrate a human torso, so a phone in your breast pocket won't get signal to the antenna near the back of your head. If the signal has walls to bounce off of it's generally fine.
However if I use the audio->bt dongle that came with the 906's it works fine indoors or outdoors. So I'm currently blaming weak BT on the N1
I'm currently trying to figure out a BT TX power test suite to see of the N1 just has weak BT TX/RX power (perhaps to save the battery) and if it's changeable.
Motorokr S9, had them last year, they lasted about 3 months with me running75-80 minutes a day 4x or 5x week, then the sweat got in and [email protected]@ked an
ll up. Definitely not worth it, also the controls are awful. I now have a pair of iLuv clip-on earphones, and they come with an adapter so they can be used even with non BT devices. I love them.
Motorola S805 if you like supra aural head phones (not ear buds).
I use this for both computer headphones and headphones for my phone. It also has a mic if you get a phone call mid work out.
They do skip on occasion, but it's not that big a deal.
Ive got Nokia BH-03 which are great for the price I paid which was about 40 bucks. 10 hours of music play time really loud and great sound quality(for Bluetooth headphones).
Does anyone else have sync issues when switching from music to games?
Motorola s9-hd
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2339597,00.asp
Cheapest I found is at newegg for $74.99 w/ Free S+H.
Sony DRBT100CX
http://www.sonystyle.com/webapp/wcs...cx/blu:dg_ggldf&productId=8198552921665774414
Cheapest I found is at Amazon for $49.95 + $2.99 S+H.
Blackbeat 903/906
http://reviews.cnet.com/headphones/altec-lansing-backbeat-903/4505-7877_7-33490843.html
Cheapest I found is at Newegg for the 903 is $69.99 w/ free S+H and $84.95 w/ $5.99 S+H for the 906.
I have a pair of Sony BT and a pair of Insignia BT, they both sound great to me but im far from an audiophile. I usually use the insignias more because theyre wrap arounds which is better for me at the gym, but I usually leave my phone on the windowsill and the quality is fine wherever I walk around, its not a huge gym, but decent size and the audio controls built onto the insignias let me pause, skip fwd and back, volume and all that stuff which is nice.
Motorola Bluetooth® DJ Headphones S805
I Bought the Motorola Bluetooth® DJ Headphones S805 last year for my G1 and i must say i love them! they can last you 12hrs on a single charge. i would highly recommend these headphones. here's a link from amazon. Click Here. shop around you could find a better deal on them. good luck.
Samsung SBH650 (has 3.5mm plug)
Replace kit earbuds with Shure ones.
has anyone used jaybirds, they're alittle expensive compared to the other bluetooth headphones i've seen, but i've seen great ratings on them as well.
supposed to be great for workouts, sweat durability and all
especially curious how they work with n1 if anyone has them or tried them
I'm getting a Volvo C70 Turbo convertible next week and need something that will allow me to take calls when the top is down. So is there some equipment out there that has excellent noise cancelling with wind noise?
I know about the Jawbone, but was thinking about a hardwired BT setup. How good is the Parrot PS-7100 for use with the Epic?
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Okay, did some looking around and figure the Parrot Mki-9200 should fit the bill. Anyone had any use with this model and the Epic?
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Went to BestBuy last night and got the Parrot Mki-9200. Careful shopping on internet resulted in getting a 50% reduction in price: BB price = $399, my price $199. They also included basic installation, whatever that is.
Parrot is the leading supplier of OEM bluetooth systems to the automotive world. Who would ever thought a French company, heh.
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I've used TheBoom by Umevoice. Works fine in my same car.
I use the Mki9000 in my Subaru (not a convertible, though), and it works quite well. Installation using a Quick Connect harness was easy (though my dashboard is easy to open), and there are no problems with the Epic. If you have trouble with the Epic, try disabling contact syncing.
Good luck and enjoy the great bluetooth setup!
Any word on how the Bluetooth setup worked? I had a Jeep that all bluetooth options were worthless in, so I got the TheBoom, which could handle it, but I'd be curious to see how things work in the C70.
why did you feel the need to brag about a volvo?
C70s are sick..... My girlfriend drives an '06, and they are far more sporty than people think.... I prefer to drive hers over my Audi A6, except on long trips.... Nice choice, let us know how that parrot works out....
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Plantronics Discovery 975 i use that and i drive a loud diesel box truck
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C70s are sick..... My girlfriend drives an '06, and they are far more sporty than people think.... I prefer to drive hers over my Audi A6, except on long trips.... Nice choice, let us know how that parrot works out....
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They go faster than I ever want to go. Planning on driving across USA this summer with the top down doing a 100+
Dumped the Parrot for a Kenwood KDC-BT948HD which is getting installed Wed morning. Comes with latest Parrot OEM chips and a external mic. Made that change after calling Parrot and finding out that phone calls faster than 40 with top down was a non starter.
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Let me know how that works out, I'd love to have a non-wired solution. Until then, I'll stick with the TheBoom.
So far so good on pairing to the Kenwood unit for one day. Lots of intereting settings and love that Epic phonebook gets dl to Kenwood unit.
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Can the other people hear you? Can they tell you are in a car?
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Can the other people hear you? Can they tell you are in a car?
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They hear me just fine unless I'm cruising down the highway at 40+ with the window or top down due to wind noise. If I roll up windows then they think I'm at home with the speaker phone on.
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Love my kenwood too.. was gonna reccomend it when I started reading... put one in my wifes pinto about 2 years ago been jealous ever since ;-)
They sound so good.. and the a2dp is a HUGE plus!
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Just to give you a heads up all bt headsets are almost the same as far listening and mic technology goes. I know it says on the box its military grade but its marketing don't go wasting your money. Purchase soley on comfort of the earpiece.
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Just to give you a heads up all bt headsets are almost the same as far listening and mic technology goes. I know it says on the box its military grade but its marketing don't go wasting your money. Purchase soley on comfort of the earpiece.
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That's why I went with TheBoom originally. People couldn't tell I was in my Jeep! It works because the mic has to be less than 1 inch from the face. They don't have Bluetooth headsets that do that because its not "stylish". But people can hear and understand me in my car with the top down using it. The Jeep was too much because of the poor aerodynamics making wind hit the mic too much, but cleaner aerodynamics on regular convertibles work fine.
I use the ZAGG SmartBuds for noise canceling for NonBT mic.
Looking at buying a set of external speakers to play Pandora on with my G2. I don't want anything that's compatible with iPods, because I don't need that stupid dock connector. Hopefully I can get something that's less than $100, has great sound, and connects to the 3.5 mm headphone jack on the G2.
Any suggestions?
Its not the prettiest, but any pair of computer speakers will do the job for cheap. I use an old 2.1 Logitech system that has a sub and the sound is great!
Thinkgeek.com has a decent protable speaker setup. There is also a Sony branded tube speaker that is supposed to be good also. Seen em on ebay.
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Its not the prettiest, but any pair of computer speakers will do the job for cheap. I use an old 2.1 Logitech system that has a sub and the sound is great!
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Agreed. I believe you can get a decent set of Comp speakers at Walmart. If not there definitely Frys.
I'm currently using an older pair of computer speakers that has a sub-woofer and it works great. However, it's not the prettiest thing to look at, nor is it even remotely portable in the event I want to take them somewhere with me. Thanks so far for the suggestions, if I find something that works well I'll share it with everyone here.
http://www.usa.philips.com/c/mp3-player-accessories/universal-sba1600_37/prd/en/
this may not be what you are looking for but I have this in my backpack at all times. I use it maybe once every 2 or 3 days... Sucker it pretty loud and lasts a long time. Had it for about a year now, I'm sure you could find one on ebay for 10 bucks.
I couldn't pass up this opportunity. For anyone looking at this at a future date (considering the date of this topic already), looking for a top-notch quality external speaker for the G2 (or any other Android device at that) the X-Mini II Capsule Speaker has served me well. It provides more sound than you'd ever be able to get out of the phone, and it's really worth the money you spend on it compared to some of the other suggestions listed (such as computer speakers, which wouldn't be practical).
I reccomend the Supertooth disco --> http://www.supertooth.net/EN/DISCO/#page=page-1 It has great sound and the battery can last up to 10 hours if you let it play on medium sound. Its worth the money the sound is great and its easy to bring with you if you're going to some friends for example.
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I couldn't pass up this opportunity. For anyone looking at this at a future date (considering the date of this topic already), looking for a top-notch quality external speaker for the G2 (or any other Android device at that) the X-Mini II Capsule Speaker has served me well. It provides more sound than you'd ever be able to get out of the phone, and it's really worth the money you spend on it compared to some of the other suggestions listed (such as computer speakers, which wouldn't be practical).
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I would have to Second the X-mini 2's the sound you get from them is superb and the ability to buddy jack them is a feature that is often missed on many models
Just heard one of those new Bluetooth speakers they carry at best buy and they sound amazing. Much better than a boombox even lol. Anyways they run for about 50 bucks and they have their own rechargeable battery built in. They use micro USB to charge to so you can use the same setup you already have. I'm gonna get one you have to hear them to believe it.
bluetooth/minijack jambox set, do the work greatly.
it also have mic for conference mode.
tested with my rom, works perfectly
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Hello Friends,
I'm looking for an headphone bluetooth that permit me to run wireless so I have chose bluetooth.
I want the possibility to listen my mp3 and give, receive call in this headphone.
It's possible?
Some BT Headphone I see have only mono and I have to use some app for lisen music (ex. Bluetooth mono).
In addittion I also have connect to my phone Zephyr HxM Bluetooth Wireless Heart Rate Sensor.
Can I connect two devices on bluetooth and have the result I wont?
Thanks
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I'm not positive about the two things connected at once. I don't think it would be a problem, though.
As for headphones for running, I use the JLab Go Bluetooth headphones. They're not the greatest in the world, but they sound good, they're sweat-proof, and they're only $40.
I am using the JayBird BlueBird X. They are great for fitness, designed to stay in the ear while being active, sweat proof and decent audio quality. They do allow you to answer calls and change tracks. Tested on my SkyRocket with multiple ROMs and Apps.
http://www.jaybirdgear.com/bluebuds-x-bluetooth-headphones/
Thanks for the replay
do you think this are good?
http://www.amazon.it/Sonixx-X-Fit-A...2263989&sr=8-21&keywords=auricolare+bluetooth
I've heard nothing but good things about Jaybirds, but they're pricey.
Those Sonixx look nice, but I would be wary if they don't say that they're sweat-proof, but then I'm a very heavy sweater.
i have the jaybird freedom. i have not used them for the phone yet but used them quite a bit with my ipod nano in the gym. sound quality is good and can handle sweat and water well. i plan on using them soon on my S4 :good:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005B28DOM/ref=oh_details_o09_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Take the Sonixx. I also am a very heavy sweater so I think here are good. I see the jaybird but I think are too expensive. I am a Dj and don't want spend much money also for headphone because I just have my fantastic Sony mdr 700 dj
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mactavish2k8 said:
Bluetooth headset for gyms / running must most importantly be able to stay fitted in your ear canal / on your ear. All of these recommendations seem to work just fine.
I wouldn't worry about the prespiration damaging the headsets with regular use. Your sweat just won't reach the electronics in most cases and mine's been working for months.
Here's the cheapest stereo headset available (that I use purely for gym purposes)
http://www.amazon.co.uk/7dayshop-Se...TF8&qid=1372373924&sr=8-10&keywords=bluetooth
Cheap, functional, no issues with playing music for the entire gym session Not amazing sound quality but it definitely value for money at that price.Serves most people well however it doesn't look as nice as the earbud designs from Jabra (but Jabras are twice the price).
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Good phones but I think are too big for run. I try the headphone I buy and if I think not good I buy Jabra.
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Go with Rocketfish RF-MAB2
Buy them on Ebay for $25 dollars.
I have used mine for 4 years.
They do everything you asked for in your original post.
You can have both connected at the same time I connect pebble watch and the car bluetooth with no issues.
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Not sure how you guys can run with those over the ear headphones. My ears would get sweaty and gross. That's why earbuds are much better. I always question the people at the gym wearing over the ear beats and stuff. They look completely out of place. Those jaybirds look really nice though. I may have to pick up a pair.
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Not sure how you guys can run with those over the ear headphones. My ears would get sweaty and gross. That's why earbuds are much better. I always question the people at the gym wearing over the ear beats and stuff. They look completely out of place. Those jaybirds look really nice though. I may have to pick up a pair.
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I have a pair of Motorola S4s and they were awesome. The battery is beyond dead on them because I've had them for years and never charge them...(I don't use them anymore) but they're still great.
Might I suggest the LG HBS-730?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009A5204K/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
It's not cheap but the sound is good and it does work well if you want to workout. The downside is because you are running it will probably bounce (depending on you neck size) but works well if you are a bike rider or spinner.
for what it is worth. I have not had good luck with bluetooth headphones when running. Whether it is getting ruined by sweat or bouncing around too much...
I just go with cheap ones that are open in the ear so you can hear cars/dogs, and the music..
i got the jaybird freedom and i love them.
great quality BT calls everything.
love them
legen...wait-for-it..dairy http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/onbeatheadphones/solar-headphones
I use these, take the reviews on there with a grain of salt, I run with these almost every day at least 5 miles. They are great, I do get just a slight rubbing on the top of my ears but a small price to pay than dealing with stupid ear buds that always fall out when I start sweating. Also use them in the gym, range is great. I can stand on the other side of the gym from my phone with these and reception is still great, maybe 50 ft.
Battery life is good, I charge one per week and that is with about 1.5 hours of use each day.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004BHCSQC/ref=cm_sw_r_an_am_ap_am_us?ie=UTF8
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im telling you the rocketfish rf-mab2
they are cheap, they are light, they go behind your neck so they dont interupt you when you do a flat bench. they dont move when you run
they have controls on them to change music, pause, fwd rwnd etc
they have a mic on them so you can answer calls and talk.. it pauses your music, answers, and then resumes your music
did i mention you can get them for like $25-30 bucks on ebay
they sync up to the phone via bluetooth fast and the battery lasts for a good amount of time
The Motorola flex 11 hd's aren't bad. I skate, run, and lift in mine and they stay secured very well with no comfort issues. Sound quality is on point with most wired sets. 8/10. They're also water resistant for sweat. Only downside is the back part is prone to breaking if your not careful. I broke mine but Motorola replaced them. If you do get them I would also reccomend some different ear buds then the stock ones.
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Try the headphone I buy. Perfect for run. Love it. Good sound
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