Hello,
After doing some research I have decided on the V-Moda M80 headphones. They include two cables, one for android and one for iPhone, but through my research I have found that the cables may be incompatible with some devices.
So has anybody used the M80's with the Galaxy Nexus and what are your thoughts on them?
Did the cable/remote work as designed or did you have to reverse the cable and lose the remote functionality?
Thanks
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Wow nobody owns the M80's I guess. Can anybody compare the headphone jack configuration on the Galaxy S2 vs.Galaxy Nexus?
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I actually owned a pair of m-80's a couple of months ago and used them on my galaxy nexus just fine. I don't recall the iPod certified cable working at all, or maybe just the middle button, but the android single button cable works just fine. Just make sure you're getting those headphones if you really can tell the difference in them from some other lower priced ones. I decided they didn't warrant the price after I got them but some audiophiles can really tell a difference.
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RhinoShock said:
I actually owned a pair of m-80's a couple of months ago and used them on my galaxy nexus just fine. I don't recall the iPod certified cable working at all, or maybe just the middle button, but the android single button cable works just fine. Just make sure you're getting those headphones if you really can tell the difference in them from some other lower priced ones. I decided they didn't warrant the price after I got them but some audiophiles can really tell a difference.
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I have tried pairs that are very cheap and even very expensive and I could hear a difference compared to the headphones I'm using currently which I got free.
Thank you for confirming the cable works.
EDIT: While you had the M80's how did you find the comfort and isolation of them?
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I wouldn't think the GNex would drive it that well.
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I thought they were really comfortable but the noise isolation and leakage was pretty bad, but that's kind of what you'd expect from a set of on-ear headphones.
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I thought they were really comfortable but the noise isolation and leakage was pretty bad, but that's kind of what you'd expect from a set of on-ear headphones.
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Was the isolation so bad that you couldn't use them in relatively noisy places like a plane or bus or a mall?
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No they weren't that bad, but using them in a library isn't a good idea because they can get kind of loud
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No they weren't that bad, but using them in a library isn't a good idea because they can get kind of loud
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Oh well that's fine then, thanks for all the help, I have decided to get the M80's.
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I've browsed these forums a bit over the years, but I wanted to post (my first I think?) and say that I got these headphones today, and I have to reverse the cable with my Note 2.
Bit late now, will elaborate tomorrow.
So, the one button cable works pretty good for me plugged in the correct direction, just so long as I keep the 45 degree plug facing to the right while looking at my phone. If I turn the plug so it faces to the front or back, or anything in between that isn't to the right, my right headphone cuts out. The mic works, the button works, but I have to babysit the plug to keep it facing to the right.
What has your experience been? If I reverse the cable, the headphones work great no matter how I turn them. I am trying to research a cable that works, but so far I've had no luck.
My set only came with the android and iphone cable, no standard no-button one like I've read other have received. Maybe I should send V-Moda an email, I've heard they are quite accommodating.
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So, the one button cable works pretty good for me plugged in the correct direction, just so long as I keep the 45 degree plug facing to the right while looking at my phone. If I turn the plug so it faces to the front or back, or anything in between that isn't to the right, my right headphone cuts out. The mic works, the button works, but I have to babysit the plug to keep it facing to the right.
What has your experience been? If I reverse the cable, the headphones work great no matter how I turn them. I am trying to research a cable that works, but so far I've had no luck.
My set only came with the android and iphone cable, no standard no-button one like I've read other have received. Maybe I should send V-Moda an email, I've heard they are quite accommodating.
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That's interesting regarding the cable, maybe your cable is defective, I have spun the jack while connected to my phone with $5 headphones and the audio didn't cut out. I still haven't ordered the M80's, I have been trying to research a bit more as the m80's have poor isolation/comfort based on reviews I've read and I need good comfort and decent isolation, so the m80's might not be the right fit for my usage.
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I don't think that the cable is defective as it were, I've read of others having the same problem. Reversing the cable seems to solve it, but then I lose the mic. I am going to try cleaning the headphone jack and emailing V-Moda. I have been having some problems with the Samsung headphones, twisting the plug can cut the right side in and out, but not predictably like the V-Modas. Cheapo sets don't exhibit this behavior, I am thinking it is something to do with the microphone.
Regarding comfort and isolation, I find both to be sufficient. Outside noises don't bother me, but I do tend to listen loudish. Prolonged use has fatigued my ears a bit, but that was while I was wearing my glasses, which I only do at work. I've heard that the ear pads break in over the first week or so, I'll be better equipped to comment in the near future.
They sound great. If you can get them from somewhere with a liberal return policy, I'd suggest giving them a try.
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I don't think that the cable is defective as it were, I've read of others having the same problem. Reversing the cable seems to solve it, but then I lose the mic. I am going to try cleaning the headphone jack and emailing V-Moda. I have been having some problems with the Samsung headphones, twisting the plug can cut the right side in and out, but not predictably like the V-Modas. Cheapo sets don't exhibit this behavior, I am thinking it is something to do with the microphone.
Regarding comfort and isolation, I find both to be sufficient. Outside noises don't bother me, but I do tend to listen loudish. Prolonged use has fatigued my ears a bit, but that was while I was wearing my glasses, which I only do at work. I've heard that the ear pads break in over the first week or so, I'll be better equipped to comment in the near future.
They sound great. If you can get them from somewhere with a liberal return policy, I'd suggest giving them a try.
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Does the audio work correctly when you hold down the button on the remote? Regarding the comfort, I have read its either very good or its bad depending on your head size/shape. The other alternative I'm considering is the Monster DNA On-ears they are supposedly very similar in sound to the m80's but with a hint more bass but the DNA are quite a bit more comfortable.
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Does the audio work correctly when you hold down the button on the remote? Regarding the comfort, I have read its either very good or its bad depending on your head size/shape. The other alternative I'm considering is the Monster DNA On-ears they are supposedly very similar in sound to the m80's but with a hint more bass but the DNA are quite a bit more comfortable.
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Holding down the button on the remote brings up the Google voice search. Kinda handy. But not if I can't get both headphones working consistently.
I'm going to a high end audio store here locally today...they sell lots of expensive headphones. Maybe one of them will have an idea. I don't mind buying new cables, I just want them to work.
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Holding down the button on the remote brings up the Google voice search. Kinda handy. But not if I can't get both headphones working consistently.
I'm going to a high end audio store here locally today...they sell lots of expensive headphones. Maybe one of them will have an idea. I don't mind buying new cables, I just want them to work.
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I would contact v-moda, I have heard they are very generous and even offered free cables to people who had issues with the included cables.
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I have the v-moda crossfade LP's and i think they use the same cable but only the middle button on my cable works but on my brothers ipod all the controls work fine.
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Has anyone had any issues with wired headsets? Which model is working the best? I know a friend that has gone through 2 of them already and said that he couldn't answer phone calls, and the mic didn't work.
Bose in-ear, inline-mic headset
Sounded amazing on my ipod and Dinc, and now on my Tbolt =D
Does Bluetooth need to be on in order for them to work?
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Zerotwistknife7 said:
Bose in-ear, inline-mic headset
Sounded amazing on my ipod and Dinc, and now on my Tbolt =D
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Do all the controls works? Like fast forward volume and skipping tracks?
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Does Bluetooth need to be on in order for them to work?
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No it does not use bluetooth, we are talking about wired headsets.
RF3 and airtube
As a side note, has anyone ever tried the RF3 Airtube headsets? I think Life Blue Tube and ENVi are the two brands. They are supposed to reduce radiation, but I can't really find a review anywhere, to see if they actually work as headsets.
I have a pair of Apple hands free cord headset that I use to use with my DInc with no problems, but they won't work with the TBolt...people on the other end can't hear me. Somebody please help or recommend a good pair that does work. Thanks
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I wish that the sense stuff worked as well as aosp...with my dinc i could plug into my car stereo and have hands free running cm7...not so much with sense
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I wish that the sense stuff worked as well as aosp...with my dinc i could plug into my car stereo and have hands free running cm7...not so much with sense
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Your Dinc had sense.....It doesn't control sounds
^^^^ Negative ghostrider...cm7 is completely aosp...no sense....
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I have a pair of sennheiser ie8i and klipsch 10xi, which the mic worked fine on my evo. now neither mic wants to work on the my thunderbolt. Does anybody know what they changed? The little icon comes on that shows the microphone but they don't work.
I got the same issue with my Monster Turbine with Control Talk. No mic, but they worked great on my Dinc.
Need to find something too, but leaning towards the Bose.
I have used the nexus s headset with no problem.
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Im not gonna lie..... I came in for your avatar lol
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HTC in their infinite wisdom disabled the microphones if anything is plugged into the headphone jack, this is the first time they have done this. I hope a developer can pull the right code from another HTC phone to get this to work.
This is a $10 solution, just picked mine up today and works perfectly: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Dynex&#...218120537083&skuId=9535327&st=DYNEX&cp=1&lp=1
download headset button control in the market. Took care of issues I had with my wired headset from iFrogz I bought at Best Buy
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download headset button control in the market. Took care of issues I had with my wired headset from iFrogz I bought at Best Buy
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trying this... Hopefully work, love the sound of my monster turbines...
I had to use an old shure cable that has a built in mic and button to get it to work, strange thing is the connectors are exactly the same the only difference is my headphone have the extra volume button and the shure doesn't.
I just get cheap $10 earphones, cause im so ruff on them. I tend to tear them up alot or wash them in the washing machine sometime too
I just use a set of Ozone "noise cancelling" headphones with a Mic built in. I am not a fan of how it feels in my ear but the Mic works and is clear. Only thing is it seems flimsy and its 20 bucks at best buy.
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Anyone notice that the Headphone input is super awkward? Most of my headphones won't even fit into it properly.
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I've noticed mine dont stay in real well.
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My headphones don't like to stay in especially with the silicon case on. It drives me nuts when I have my car stereo hooked into jack and it gets bumped a little and all I hear is a pop and loud static. Had a similar problem with my Incredible 1.
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My headphones don't like to stay in especially with the silicon case on. It drives me nuts when I have my car stereo hooked into jack and it gets bumped a little and all I hear is a pop and loud static. Had a similar problem with my Incredible 1.
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Noticed that also. It's a flat jack on a rounded edge... Seems odd to me.
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I'm hoping that one of those 3.5mm input extenders might do the trick.
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I'm hoping that one of those 3.5mm input extenders might do the trick.
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That's a good idea. It didn't seem to be an issue without a case but with its definitely annoying.
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That's a good idea. It didn't seem to be an issue without a case but with its definitely annoying.
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I stil have the issue even when taking off the case.
I guess im one of the very few with no issues at all.
I actually bought a set of those "beats by dre" headphone sets and it fits perfectly. Also works just fine with my subwoofer at work
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Bought this and it's been working great. http://www.monoprice.com/products/p...=10218&cs_id=1021802&p_id=5577&seq=1&format=2
Fit's snuggly in the jack, even with my Otterbox case on.
I also have iBeats by Dr Dre and it fits quite well into my DInc 2.
My brother and I have similar problems with the audio jack. My headphones will fit in but if the cable wiggles I loose connection. The audio stops and I have to unplug and replug the them back in. It makes it so I can't have the phone in my pocket when listening to headphones. I have called Verizon and they said they were not aware of any known issues like this. They sent me a new phone to see if that resolved the problem. I am hoping we got some out of a bad batch...
This issue combined with the lack of root makes me want to sell the phone and get a X2.
No issues with mine either, I have been using it in the gym for the past two weeks and plug into the tape deck adapter in the work truck with no problems
So I called Verizon the other day to explain my problem with the headphones disconnecting after the cord wiggles a little. Their answer was to send me a replacement phone. I agreed and the next day the replacement arrived at my doorstep. Tested the headphone jack on the replacement device and got the same results. After calling Verizon back I waited on hold for an hour while they attempted to duplicate the problem on their end. Their solution was to use headphones without a "L" shapped bend in the connector. They offered to buy me a new pair of headphones so I agreed. I placed my order Amazon today and the Verizon tier 2 level tech will be calling me back Monday to take the charge off my bill. Figured this information may be handy to someone. Good luck!
I understand this is not a fix for a design flaw in the phone but its still a free pair of headphones.
I had the same problem with the lead in my car. I realized the jack was longer than the one on my headphones so I filed the tip off of it w/ a metal file. It seems to work better now.
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I guess im one of the very few with no issues at all.
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no issues here either. ue10's
I tested with a set of Blackberry "L" shaped headphones+mic and they were fine. I wiggled them and spun them and they never lost connection.
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So I called Verizon the other day to explain my problem with the headphones disconnecting after the cord wiggles a little. Their answer was to send me a replacement phone. I agreed and the next day the replacement arrived at my doorstep. Tested the headphone jack on the replacement device and got the same results. After calling Verizon back I waited on hold for an hour while they attempted to duplicate the problem on their end. Their solution was to use headphones without a "L" shapped bend in the connector. They offered to buy me a new pair of headphones so I agreed. I placed my order Amazon today and the Verizon tier 2 level tech will be calling me back Monday to take the charge off my bill. Figured this information may be handy to someone. Good luck!
I understand this is not a fix for a design flaw in the phone but its still a free pair of headphones.
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Which one did you get? Can you get high end earphones like ER4-p?
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Anyone notice that the Headphone input is super awkward? Most of my headphones won't even fit into it properly.
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Strange...I used mine on a plane last week with my headphones and had no issue at all. I would be interested to know if this degrades over time somehow because I intend to use the headphones often!
Girlfriend's car has a factory CD player with no aux input, so I bought a belkin FM transmitter to plug into her galaxy s.
We've found that in rural areas it is acceptable sound quality until you get into or close to a town. Sometimes it even seems to get interference from nearby traffic. Quite a fickle device, at some points it's better to hold the transmitter in your hand or lay it on your lap. Guess it uses your body as an antenna to some extent.
Has anyone had better experiences with similar devices? Are there any DIY hardware hacks to increase the reception/amplify the signal?
I'm thinking maybe cracking the thing open and improving the antenna somehow.
I'd give the model number if I had it in front of me right now.
Joe-
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Not quite what you are asking for but I would look into an FM modulator. They can be picked up for around 15-$25 at Walmart,pepboys,autozone ect
That's what it is, Belkin TuneCast FM transmitter/modulator.
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Sorry I meant wired. I've never liked wireless for the reason you described. And a few years ago the FCC has made it so FM transmitters like these and in sirrius radios cant send as strong a signal as they once could. Which is why I like the wired. Just give it power and ground and plug it into the cars antenna.
Here is an example. You can find them locally without the switch/auxiliary power loacally I'm sure. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/images/B001QBG614/ref=dp_image_z_0?ie=UTF8&n=15684181&s=automotive
I see. It plugs directly into the antenna input on the back of the head unit and then the car antenna piggy backs to it. Yeah that should be much better!
Doubt this small town would have it. Maybe radio shack but doubtful.
Doesn't look like too much trouble once you pull the head unit. Where is it getting power from?
Thanks
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most 12v switched sources should be fine, though most I see just run it to the fuse panel inside. Most kits Ive seen have an Inline fuse on the 12V wire so you could tap any switched 12V that you feel wont give you to much noise.
should be able to find them at any auto store that has an audio/electronics section or walmart
Maybe this will be inspiration for me to get one for my work truck. Depending where I drive I get great signal or none for my Sirius satellite
Does wally world carry the modulators perhaps?
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Yup, I mentioned it twice.
DERP
Thanks for the suggestions.
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I've had a few Belkins and found them to be too quit sounding (when you flip to another FM its a lot louder) and too low of range. I'm using a Satechi Soundfly right now, it can read from USB or SD card or be fed by AUX input. It has pretty decent volume output and good range. Also it allows you to use 87.7 and 87.9 which are mostly empty, where as most Belkins won't go below 88.1.
i bought one from DealExtreme a while ago cheap, and did the job but broke down after a while, so just make sure you buy a good device and you'll enjoy it.
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I've had a few Belkins and found them to be too quit sounding (when you flip to another FM its a lot louder) and too low of range. I'm using a Satechi Soundfly right now, it can read from USB or SD card or be fed by AUX input. It has pretty decent volume output and good range. Also it allows you to use 87.7 and 87.9 which are mostly empty, where as most Belkins won't go below 88.1.
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Satechi Soundfly looks pretty cool, if I deside not to use my phone and use the USB cable (I have a 16gb card that is too slow for WP7 but, would work for music), it will show the name via RDS, that's pretty cool, I'll get the song names showing up on my cars navi screen.
I have a older Belkin one I use. I am always looking fir something better.
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Since I couldn't find a modulator locally, I did more research for my car and found pie.net.
Ended up getting this.
http://www.amazon.com/VWR-AUX-1998-...3XMK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1335455435&sr=8-1
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Can somebody please suggest a earphone for nexus 5? I am looking for a in-earphone for my nexus 5. My usage is mainly for making phone calls and listening to few podcasts. I would prefer something between $20 - $30.
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Can somebody please suggest a earphone for nexus 5? I am looking for a in-earphone for my nexus 5. My usage is mainly for making phone calls and listening to few podcasts. I would prefer something between $20 - $30.
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a bit more but I love my LG-tones and no wires to get tangled in
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Can somebody please suggest a earphone for nexus 5? I am looking for a in-earphone for my nexus 5. My usage is mainly for making phone calls and listening to few podcasts. I would prefer something between $20 - $30.
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I'm using the earphones that came with my S4 and they work great! microphone and volume rocker on it. Now I wish that I never sold my S4 to buy this failure of a nexus 5.
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a bit more but I love my LG-tones and no wires to get tangled in
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I had seen this before posting. My concerns with this are
1) Battery consumption (because of bluetooth)
2) I will be little uncomfortable to have something around my neck.
3) Fear of dropping them.
4) Looking at them they look hard (unable to fold) so storing in small bag pockets will be an issue.
5) Price (ouch little too much).
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I'm using the earphones that came with my S4 and they work great! microphone and volume rocker on it. Now I wish that I never sold my S4 to buy this failure of a nexus 5.
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Yeah even I am little disappointed with nexus 5 (but the blame is on me because I did not research properly before buying). anyways are you talking about this http://www.mobilefun.com/38585-genuine-samsung-galaxy-s4-stereo-headset.htm
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Yeah even I am little disappointed with nexus 5 (but the blame is on me because I did not research properly before buying). anyways are you talking about this http://www.mobilefun.com/38585-genuine-samsung-galaxy-s4-stereo-headset.htm
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Yup those
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I'm using the earphones that came with my S4 and they work great! microphone and volume rocker on it. Now I wish that I never sold my S4 to buy this failure of a nexus 5.
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Yeah even I am little disappointed with nexus 5 (but the blame is on me because I did not research properly before buying). anyways are you talking about this http://www.mobilefun.com/38585-genuine-samsung-galaxy-s4-stereo-headset.htm
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I'm glad i'm not the only one disappointed by the Nexus 5.
I also use the S4 earphones, and it works great.
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I had seen this before posting. My concerns with this are
1) Battery consumption (because of bluetooth)
2) I will be little uncomfortable to have something around my neck.
3) Fear of dropping them.
4) Looking at them they look hard (unable to fold) so storing in small bag pockets will be an issue.
5) Price (ouch little too much).
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1. minor on phone and its battery is good for 2-3 days of use between charges for me i play 3-4 hours of pod casts/ audible books a day
2, if you wear a polo or other similar shirt it works perfectly under collar and you barely feel it.
3. I have many many times they weigh next to nothing they take no damage (mainly when i take off my shirt and forget i am wearing them)
4. i just keep it around my neck all day ist very flexy hell i can tie mine in a knot if i want to
5. The go on sale all the time if you time it right you can get them for $35 ish.
after the reading the research done by thewirecutter.com (http://thewirecutter.com/reviews/best-headphones-under-30/) I have purchased Panasonic RP-TCM125 Ergo Fit. got it for $12 from bhphotovideo.com.
Will update once I get to use to them.
How much was shipping?
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Free shipping anywhere in US. Unfortunately they have increased the price to $14.99.
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Can somebody please suggest a earphone for nexus 5? I am looking for a in-earphone for my nexus 5. My usage is mainly for making phone calls and listening to few podcasts. I would prefer something between $20 - $30.
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I've been using these and they've been great so far
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/400574566948?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
I'd recommend looking into LG Quadbeat 2, or spend slightly more on Brainwavz R1.
I believe some of the Soundmagic earphones have mic/remote but also look into Meelectronics.
Keep in mind, I'll never recommend something that won't have "better than expected" sound quality, so if you do listen to music, you'll be pleased.
For more in depth and personalized recommendations, you can see my guide below.
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[Guide] Headphone/Earphone Buying
Check out the following spreadsheet, hasn't been updated for a year or so but should still give you some good ideas of what to buy at various price brackets.
http://anythingbutipod.com/forum/showthread.php?t=15243
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Just bought a pair of Soundmagic MP21. Fantastic for the price. Built in mic, really good sound for the price. I'd definitely go for the sound magic e10m if you could but the MP21 is still really good.
The mic is just such a convenience coming from CX-300 II
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Well technically, if all you need is a mic, every set of wired earbuds out there comes with one. The left earbud is both a speaker and a mic, so if you really wanted to, you could answer your phone calls by popping your left earbud out and talking into that.
Saves you the trouble if you have a nice set of buds already! Now controls and volume are a different matter! heh.
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Well technically, if all you need is a mic, every set of wired earbuds out there comes with one. The left earbud is both a speaker and a mic, so if you really wanted to, you could answer your phone calls by popping your left earbud out and talking into that.
Saves you the trouble if you have a nice set of buds already! Now controls and volume are a different matter! heh.
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I question the validity of this working while plugged into the headphone port.
What I have experienced, is the mic on the phone working with headphones plugged in.
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I question the validity of this working while plugged into the headphone port.
What I have experienced, is the mic on the phone working with headphones plugged in.
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Have you tried it? It does work.
I've answered calls with various earbuds and I just did it with now with my JVC HA-FX3X earphones in my Nexus 5.
You can do a google search for left earphone is a microphone and you'll find various results.
This person did it with it hooked up to a mixer, then to a camera, but I just did it hooked to the headphone jack in the Nexus 5. Works the same.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K1YH7fuXk8I
If the mic on the headset is important (it is to me), then it can be a pain to find a pair that works well.
I have tried a few popular models (BT and wired) and none of them work well. The microphone is always muffled and quiet.
Eventually I settled on the (grasp) Apple Earpod, which is actually a brilliant set. The microphone is loud and clear and the sound quality is decent for what it is. The volume buttons expectedly don't work, but the center button works and you can always use an app like Headset Button Controller.
So like most of you, I took advantage of the free earbud promo. It's awesome that they're free, but I was wondering just how good they were? I currently have a pair of Klipsch X4i's that were also $150 back when I got them a bit under a year ago. I just didn't know if the B&O's were really an upgrade at all.
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So like most of you, I took advantage of the free earbud promo. It's awesome that they're free, but I was wondering just how good they were? I currently have a pair of Klipsch X4i's that were also $150 back when I got them a bit under a year ago. I just didn't know if the B&O's were really an upgrade at all.
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For a true audiophile user, they will just ignore these iem, it doesn't complete with your klipsch, for a normal user they are considered good, enough to bring out decent qualtity sound from the phone.
They're deemed good. But it seems a lot of peeps overlook the fact they're rated for 20hz to 16khz. No iem is going to come close to 20hz proper and 16khz? That's 4khz you're missing on the top end. Real instruments I would imagine sound weird with that much roll-off. When I saw the dynamic range was missing 4khz I immediately changed my mind to sell them. Other than that, they have been well received by users. Only other problem is there are many versions of this iem. Some tend to fall apart quicker than others. Some reviews I've read it was definitely abuse. From using these to workout with and people complaining jacket or sleeve fell off pulling several inches from jack instead of the jack itself. If you can get $100 for these I am quite sure you can use that money and find a better ear/headphone. Or pony up another $50 and options really open up.
has anyone got any confirmation of the BO earbuds being processed or shipped out yet????? The Samsung turnaround on their previous promo was literally 5-10 days....
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I received this email
duracool said:
I received this email
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I got the same email a couple of days ago. Still no shipping notice yet. All in good time.
Got the same notice Monday, #44X...shipping times are 4-6 weeks, so strap in and wait till mid- December...
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ahhh lol..just checked my email and i have one as well..thx
B&O earbuds
I travel quite a lot, and have the noise-cancelling B&O H3 ANC's already - they're better than Bose in terms of sound quality, but not quite as good active noise cancelling. Definitely great for on a plane. When I really care about audio quality, I have better can options (though they don't do as well with noise cancelling).
With the DAC listening to FLAC music, there's a definite improvement in sound. That said, the H3 are middle of the road buds. I have a headphone amplifier that I use for cans; it made no difference to the H3 ANC. Still, compared to the free headphones you normally get with a cell phone, these are light years better.
I just got the above email myself.
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Anyone else getting some static with the b&o earbuds?
Got the email stating that they have shipped.
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I received them...was #441 in the signup.
They are decent. I don't believe their impedance is too high to demand a high drive but they trigger the quad DAC mode. Nice to have them definitely. Not sure why they would be worth $150...
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Got the email stating that they have shipped.
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Me too. Tracking number doesn't work yet though.
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I've been using the headphones that came with my Note 7 on the V20. Sound was I thought decent, just got my H3 headphones yesterday and OMFG the difference is quite amazing
I'm not an audiophile so these are perfect for me. Definitely has opened my eyes(well ears really) to just how Crappy some headphones are made.
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I am having issues though, I will plug them in and get high impedance mode, unplug and do it again and get normal audio device, then again and get an external audio device is connected, wtf
Also when in high impedance mode, it says sound adjusted for devices 50ohm to 500ohm and the rating on the H3 is only 18ohm though I thought
What promotion are u guys talkin about?
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Mine came in today and are complete garbage. I hear a bunch of static if the plug is touched or moved slightly. In one phone it only works out of one ear unless I insert it just right and as soon as the plug is moved back to one ear.
**edit. It turns out they come with some sort of oil/film on the plug that has to be cleaned off with rubbing alcohol . I didn't have rubbing alcohol so I just used my shirt and the static is almost gone.
The connector plug is ****ing garbage. It sits in there very loosely. Wtf!?
None of my other headphones have loose plugs.
Edit: my apologies, I wasn't inserting them all the way lol!
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The connector plug is ****ing garbage. It sits in there very loosely. Wtf!?
None of my other headphones have loose plugs.
Edit: my apologies, I wasn't inserting them all the way lol!
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Then plug is definitely different than all of my other headphones. I had the same problem at first. I also had the static issue which I managed to resolve.