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Wired stereo headsets that are not earbuds?

My phone (Captivate) came with an earbud style headset with a mic inline so you could answer calls, talk on the phone, and listen to music. Are there any non-earbud (behind-or-over-the-head) style wired headsets like this? All I can find are ones that have two connectors (pink and green, as if for a PC sound card), or wireless bluetooth ones.

You're right I really can't find any wired-stereo-non-earbud-headsets. Here are some that have trade offs.
The following is an over the head/wired/non-earbud, but its not stereo.
http://www.accessorywiz.com/over-th...-headset-headphone-for-samsung-captivate.html
This one is everything you wanted but it's not wired.
http://www.buy.com/pr/product.aspx?sku=219366058&sellerid=19087894
Anyways, Good hunting!

Yes, it is odd that these are not available since there are so many of the earbud type that are. I already have a few bluetooth headsets with input, including one with a boom mic, that work fine but I would prefer a wired one for all-day use.

I found a pair : Sennheiser PX 100-IIi . Although they are made for iDevices, the controls and mic supposedly work with some android phones (I assume the ones with 4 pole connectors). I will soon see. I already have a pair of plain PX100 and they are my favorite wired headphones, so if these work as I hope, they will be great.

phoneturf said:
I found a pair : Sennheiser PX 100-IIi . Although they are made for iDevices, the controls and mic supposedly work with some android phones (I assume the ones with 4 pole connectors). I will soon see. I already have a pair of plain PX100 and they are my favorite wired headphones, so if these work as I hope, they will be great.
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So, do they work on android?

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So, do they work on android?
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Nope - they don't change the volume anyway, but you can use the button to stop and start music as well as answer and hang up the phone.
However, a good set of non-wired headphones that does have full control with volume, starting and stopping music, and talking on the phone, including good voice quality despite not having an external mic, is the Motorola S305 bluetooth headphones. They are not as good as the Sennheisers for music quality, though.

phoneturf said:
Nope - they don't change the volume anyway, but you can use the button to stop and start music as well as answer and hang up the phone.
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OK, thank you. Just one more q, what android device did you test it on?

2 die 4 said:
OK, thank you. Just one more q, what android device did you test it on?
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Some of the Samsung Galaxy series - Note, Note 2, Captivate, Skyrocket. Perhaps for some other manufacturer, like Sony, the volume controls would work.

OK, I have a MOTO G, and I have these http://www.meelec.com/MEElectronics_M9P_Earphones_for_iPhone_iPod_p/earphone-m9p-bk-mee.htm and they work. I mean, the controls work like a charm!
I'm guessing it's because it uses the 4 pull jack, so that should mean that the PX 100-2i should work to!

LOD for the E4GT ?

Does anyone know if it is possible to get an LOD for the Epic 4G Touch?
In case you have no idea what this means, here's your lesson in audiophile gear for the day:
Line Out Dock (a.k.a. LOD), n.: a cable commonly used on audio devices which creates a "line out" similar to a headphone jack but with no volume control and often better analog signal quality. This is useful in that it allows a user to bypass the headphone jack of a device and run the audio signal straight into an external amplifier. This is often done when an audiophile-type individual has headphones which benefit from a audio source with greater output power than a portable device typically provides.
Examples of LOD's:
Apple iPod/iPhone
Sansa Fuze

Bazirker said:
Does anyone know if it is possible to get an LOD for the Epic 4G Touch?
In case you have no idea what this means, here's your lesson in audiophile gear for the day:
Line Out Dock (a.k.a. LOD), n.: a cable commonly used on audio devices which creates a "line out" similar to a headphone jack but with no volume control and often better analog signal quality. This is useful in that it allows a user to bypass the headphone jack of a device and run the audio signal straight into an external amplifier. This is often done when an audiophile-type individual has headphones which benefit from a audio source with greater output power than a portable device typically provides.
Examples of LOD's:
Apple iPod/iPhone
Sansa Fuze
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I googled epic 4g touch dock:
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/EDD-D1D9BEGSTA

Samsung HM3700 Stereo bluetooth headset
I bought the Samsung HM3700 Stereo bluetooth headset which comes with one. I am sure Monoprice.com has one or even Ebay; but if it's worth 24.99 to yah you can buy the headset.

Sort of what I'm after, but not really. I don't want a dock, I want a cable. This is for portable listening on the go with an amp.
Thanks!

Gorguts said:
I bought the Samsung HM3700 Stereo bluetooth headset which comes with one. I am sure Monoprice.com has one or even Ebay; but if it's worth 24.99 to yah you can buy the headset.
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Not sure I see what you're talking about; our just looks like a bluetooth headset to me.

The pinout for micro usb is the same across phones, right? If so, this should work.

fonseca898 said:
The pinout for micro usb is the same across phones, right? If so, this should work.
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Wow...if this works...
Does it mean I can listen to pandora on my phone and stream it through this LOD into my cars aux ports for superior sound quality?!

fonseca898 said:
The pinout for micro usb is the same across phones, right? If so, this should work.
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That is quite interesting and just might work.
What remains to be seen is whether or not that provides superior sound quality to the headphone jack. It just occurred to me that the Samsung car dock (which I have) is essentially the same thing as that USB micro to 3.5mm jack plug unless the phone has software which can recognize the difference. In this case, volume would still be controlled via the phone. I might have to test and see if I can hear a difference in sound quality, but I doubt it (or at least doubt that the dock will be better.)

I have both the official samsung desk dock, and car dock. They both have 3.5mm audio line out. Isn't that what you're asking for? I didn't know it had a "fancy" term though..
Edit: Maybe it's not exactly what you're asking for. I think you're hoping to get line level straight out of the DAC, which I don't think is possible with the SGSII. The audio dock line out is around the same quality as the headphone jack (as far as my "non audiophile" ears can tell) and it's certainly volume-controlled by software. Anyhow, some of the new custom ROMs out have beats audio and dspmanager built-in, which go a long way into tweaking the way audio exits the device. You may want to look into that.

Yeah the desk dock is still less portable than I'm looking for. I have DSP Manager on my phone and it helps to some extent. Guess I'm just stuck with the headphone jack. Thanks!

im pretty sure you need usb-host first, i think a usb dac has been used back on the nook color w/cm7 but then you lose portability and all that.
related?? http://code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=24614

Car Audio & Galaxy S3 as head unit - there is no "Winning".

Car Audio & Galaxy S3 as head unit - there is no "Winning".
Okay, so for those of us who like to use our phones as a car stereo media source, there just is no 100% "Winning" that I have been able to find.
ANALOG USB AUDIO:
Sure, both TouchWiz and some AOSP ROM's support this. But there are two issues.
1) TouchWiz sucks (IMO).
2) The sound has "low level background noise" (IMO).
3) AOSP docking does not work properly, such as the CarHomeUltra does not get to disable the "home" button like it's supposed to.
DIGITAL USB AUDIO:
Okay, TouchWiz supports it but has lots of "cd-audio type skipping sounds" from time to time. No current AOSP ROM supports it. And because the USB-OTG connector requires certain pins be used on the connector, you lose the auto-dock feature regardless of ROM.
BLUETOOTH AUDIO:
It's a crappy sound for audiophiles. It's just so down compressed, it's useless for some ears.
APT-X BLUETOOTH AUDIO:
Better quality audio, but AT&T has already warned me once that I will lose my Unlimited Data plan if I keep using Bluetooth to my car stereo. And bluetooth in general is a "quirky" working technology that irks me sometimes.
What do I want? I want to be able to use a USB-DAC on an AOSP ROM and keep the auto-dock feature.
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What is aptx and how do I enable it.?
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jiggytom said:
What is aptx and how do I enable it.?
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It is touched upon in this cool DIY by }{Alienz}{:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2096585
APT-X is a Bluetooth codec that provides higher resolution Bluetooth audio.

jiggytom said:
What is aptx and how do I enable it.?
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He's a little wrong there. Apt-X is an audio codec that is installed in some high end phones, and is starting to become the standard. Currently no car stereo has the capability of using this codec, but they will probably be on the market by the end of the year. Apt-X is preferred over A2DP because it is loss-less, so the audio quality is the same as plugging your phone in with a AUX cable.
AT&T is blocking you from using the Pandora app on your head unit, because technically it is tethering. The app simply sets up an Ad-Hoc network, and uses the phones internet to stream Pandora that runs on the car stereo.
But...To answer your original question, I would suggest using the standard headset port on your phone. The DAC on the USB plug is generally software driven, and will not give you as good of sound as the standard headphone jack can. If your not satisfied with the quality, get CM10 and DSP Manager to fully customize your sound.

Ummm. Auxiliary? I use it my cars all the time sounds awesome with awesome beats .
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Ummm. Auxiliary? I use it my cars all the time sounds awesome with awesome beats .
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Defeats the purpose of easy use dock.

I use gromaudio bluetooth to my stock head unit.
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CZ Eddie said:
Defeats the purpose of easy use dock.
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Easy use dock?

Prime said:
Easy use dock?
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True one-handed/one step docking action:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2057851

CZ Eddie said:
True one-handed/one step docking action:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2057851
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CZ Eddie,
I feel for you...because I am going through the same dang crap.
I am surprised you have not corresponded more with me bro. There is hardly anyone out there that seems to be on this One Handed docking quest. Even though there have been HOW MANY MILLION S3's sold...we are in an unpopular niche.
The skipping that I experience is most severe when listening to MEDIA while dialing out, during a call, and during an incoming call ringing. It is like a stuck skipping CD digital like sound. The author of SoundAbout app, is trying to help me solve this issue but he does not have the usb/otg/dac arrangement that we do. One version of his app, eliminated at least the stubborn perpetual skipping, but has a byproduct of losing the media stream after a call...which requires unplugging/replugging the usb cable.
I had such a terrific setup with my old HD2. It was a lightly modified card dock but one handed docking providing POWER and AUDIO via 2 ports, usb and headphone jack. What I am sure I will have to end up doing, is having to connect the Headphone audio out by HAND as a 2nd step. At least, I will have NO SKIPPING, and all audio including CALLS coming into my car deck without any weird bumps!
If I had chosen to go USB analogue out, I get really bad noise but only when charging. Somehow, when it's charging, I get hiss, switching sounds, clicks etc. I can almost 99% confirm it is not ground loop type issues.

1) Regarding aptX: probably, it won't be aptX Loseless that makes it to car stereos, but simply aptX. The Loseless codec looks to be targeted for professionals. But, still aptX is still many times better than the ugly old SBC codec.
2) The codec will change, not the protocol: AptX replaces SBC (not A2DP). A2DP (the transfer protocol) can use whatever codec it wants. So, whenever the car stereos are released, it will be A2DP with aptX. CSR has already released an aptX Bluetooth chipset for car stereos...someone just needs to pick it up and use it now, haha!
3) Concerning BT streaming and "tethering": not to derail this thread since you already have one about this, but I think they're bluffing hard. That representative is confused and wrong. I imagine if you pressed them to provide evidence or explain what their definition of tethering was, they would fail magnificently.
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BT is reliable for me; I mean, it's as reliable as my WiFi when I want to use it. What quirks have you experienced?
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For enabling docking -> hmm...what about using a NFC tag? This one enables docking modes. Or, maybe use a Tasker to detect Bluetooth connectivity?
~Ibrahim~

Auxiliary cord.

IMO an audiophile would never want to use their phone as their main audio source.
And you do realize that achieving true audiophile sound quality in a daily driver is all but impossible?
If your streaming Pandora your not getting anywhere near lossless quality so why not use Bluetooth? Bluetooth audio streaming has come along way. If your standard audio file on your phone is a 320kpbs mp3, your not missing anything streaming via Bluetooth. I was once skeptical about this until I finally found a good pair of BT headphones.
I'm interested to hear more detail about your car audio setup. My setup is decent, better than most everyone else I know and IMO the only difference I can hear between Bluetooth streaming audio from my phone and the music on the sd card in my stereo is the over equalization from being equalized by the phone and again by my sound processor.
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RustyWedges said:
IMO an audiophile would never want to use their phone as their main audio source.
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Somewhat agree.
Convenience is a huge factor in the car.
RustyWedges said:
And you do realize that achieving true audiophile sound quality in a daily driver is all but impossible?
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Agreed.
RustyWedges said:
If your streaming Pandora your not getting anywhere near lossless quality so why not use Bluetooth?
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Normal Bluetooth vs. other methods has an obvious degredation on the sound for me.
Yes, Pandora sounds bad even when the "high quality" selection is checked off and I pay for the higher resolution.
But, normal Bluetooth makes Pandora sound even worse, according to my ears.
RustyWedges said:
I'm interested to hear more detail about your car audio setup. My setup is decent, better than most everyone else I know a
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Pretty basic at the moment. 50 watts for each of my front & rear speakers. And 300 watts to a 15" Kicker CompVX DVC subwoofer in a 4.5 cu.ft. 32hz tuned enclosure.
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the only difference I can hear between Bluetooth streaming audio from my phone and the music on the sd card in my stereo is the over equalization from being equalized by the phone and again by my sound processor.
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Wow. I hear a boatload of difference between Bluetooth and otherwise. But I'm 42 years old and maybe my ears are just more fine tuned than yours are.
I'm using APT-X [high definition] Bluetooth right now and it's the best compromise in sound & convenience I've found so far.
I keep meaning to write up a DIY on how I have things set up. Just haven't gotten around to it yet.
Btw, you're is "you are" and "your" is not.

I wouldn't full on call myself an audiophile (too poor to be one as student) but I love higher end sound. I personally prefer an aux cord for sound, it's a little less handy I guess but so far gives the best bang for your buck as far as sound goes.
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CZ Eddie said:
I keep meaning to write up a DIY on how I have things set up. Just haven't gotten around to it yet.
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CZ Eddie....waiting for your fabulous DIY write up! :good:

Has anyone noticed some static noise when you plug your phone into auxiliary with no music playing? Doesnt do it on my girlfriends lg.
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Has anyone noticed some static noise when you plug your phone into auxiliary with no music playing? Doesnt do it on my girlfriends lg.
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Depends. If your charging cable is too close to the aux jack you'll get electrical feedback. Had it happen with my FM transmitter...I have one of those 1->2 12V adapters with a USB port. Whenever the USB port is used it produces quite a bit of it.

I have to agree with most of what has been said here on the S3 not being up to snuff for car audio. First I will say its my favorite phone I have ever had. Just about everything else about the phone rocks. But when it comes to car audio, I have to say its the ONE and only thing I will give props to my old iphone...using the usb direct to the radio that not only played the highest quality music, but it charged it as well at the same time with one cable and nothing else to do was kick ass. I dont get why if Ipods and Iphones can make this work so well, why cant these guys? I know most stereo makers lean heavily to the iphones and android as a whole is sorta looked over for the most part, sure it may work with android, but they have all the hardware and most things are geared towards iphones. I use either a samsung hs3000 for bluetooth audio or just give up and use the aux, but neither is as good as the iphone on usb. Even the ipod/iphone on aux is not as good as usb. So it works, but your settling for sure.
Alot of times I still will just put the ipod in the car if I really want the better music quality, but I would much rather have an all in one with my phone for music, nav and calls while driving.

wiz4769 said:
I have to agree with most of what has been said here on the S3 not being up to snuff for car audio. First I will say its my favorite phone I have ever had. Just about everything else about the phone rocks. But when it comes to car audio, I have to say its the ONE and only thing I will give props to my old iphone...using the usb direct to the radio that not only played the highest quality music, but it charged it as well at the same time with one cable and nothing else to do was kick ass. I dont get why if Ipods and Iphones can make this work so well, why cant these guys? I know most stereo makers lean heavily to the iphones and android as a whole is sorta looked over for the most part, sure it may work with android, but they have all the hardware and most things are geared towards iphones. I use either a samsung hs3000 for bluetooth audio or just give up and use the aux, but neither is as good as the iphone on usb. Even the ipod/iphone on aux is not as good as usb. So it works, but your settling for sure.
Alot of times I still will just put the ipod in the car if I really want the better music quality, but I would much rather have an all in one with my phone for music, nav and calls while driving.
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Seen a few stereos with mirror link that look like they would be great for android. Almost bought a sony with it but decided against it due to having to go back to a touchwiz rom as well as I'm hoping miracast will make an appearance in some stereos in the future.
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Has anyone noticed some static noise when you plug your phone into auxiliary with no music playing? Doesnt do it on my girlfriends lg.
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I had the same issue. I bought a ground loop off amazon for around 10 bucks that eliminated 99% of it.
http://www.amazon.com/PAC-Ground-Isolator-3-5-Applications/dp/B001EAQTRI

Get volume control working?

Hey guys,
Bought some nice headphones with the 3 button control on it. The center button works for pausing/playing and skipping to the next track, but the volume controls don't work for some reason... Can I do something to get them working? Maybe download something? Change some settings?
Thank you!

I don't think the phone supports that, did you try the mic? In some of the three buttons headsets the mic does not work.

Mic does not work either, is there a way to make the headset supported?

Have you tried Tasker?

Not very familiar with the program? Could you recommend what to do?

Jeanxito said:
Have you tried Tasker?
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Any suggestions?
Thank you!

From my point of view, you can always try to create a profile for your headphones, that can control the way you want, signing buttons to work like you want. You can always use other automate programs but, tasker is the most complete and powerful IMO.
If you can not use it, our can't find the your way to work with it there's always a wiki for it (just search for it) our try to use others like "Smartkey" or "RemoteControl for Earphones" (search playstore).

I tried an app called headset button controller and it recognized the center button clicks but did not recognize the volume button clicks. Can I somehow in tasked or another program get the volume buttons to recognize?

It sounds like you've got a iPhone compatible headset rather than an android one. I've only just started looking into this myself (as I'm in the market for a new headset) but as I understand it Apple have swapped the pin out on the TRRS connector. I think there might be adapters available if you're married to you're current headset but I haven't really investigated that as I haven't bought anything yet and I think an adapter would end up being clumsy.
On mobile so don't have my links in front of me but hopefully that's enough to give you an appropriate Google query.

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It sounds like you've got a iPhone compatible headset rather than an android one. I've only just started looking into this myself (as I'm in the market for a new headset) but as I understand it Apple have swapped the pin out on the TRRS connector. I think there might be adapters available if you're married to you're current headset but I haven't really investigated that as I haven't bought anything yet and I think an adapter would end up being clumsy.
On mobile so don't have my links in front of me but hopefully that's enough to give you an appropriate Google query.
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The headset I have has an extension that I put on to make the cord longer, I wouldn't mind buying the trrs adapter and using this new cable/adapter instead of my current one.... Would this fix my problem of the buttons not working?

Nope, sorry!
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The headset I have has an extension that I put on to make the cord longer, I wouldn't mind buying the trrs adapter and using this new cable/adapter instead of my current one.... Would this fix my problem of the buttons not working?
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Hiya,
I finally got around to doing some more research into this, apparantly there are two different issues with using Apple headsets with Android devices.
1 - Wiring change on 3.5mm TRRS connector. - This is why the microphone doesn't work for calls, Apple changed the pin out on the headphone jack to the reverse of most other manufacturers. This is the problem that can be solved by the adapter I was talking about originally.
2 - Different resistance on the button commands. - In addition to the wiring changes Apple also use a different electrical resistance on the buttons (and have patented their specific level). The adapter doesn't fix this unfortunately so even with it the buttons still won't work.
Looks like there isn't a solution to #2 unfortunately so it might be time to start looking at a different headset entirely.
Sorry for getting your hopes up with my original post.
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3.5mm headphone jack issues

Hello I have a US TA-1045 version of the Nokia 6.1 that I am returning for a replacement. The reason is that my sound will cut out every single time I am using headphones through the 3.5mm plug. The only thing I can do to remedy the problem is removing the headphones and plugging them back in and resuming playback.
Has anybody had this problem? I am really hoping my replacement does not have this same issue.

I have this same issue with my Nokia 6.1 . Let me know how it goes.
Seems the plug is fussy

Two questions:
1. Have you tried a different pair of headphones?
2. Do you have a case on the phone?
If you are using inexpensive headphones the impedance could be less than expected and might cause a problem.
Some cases may not let the headphone plug seat completely in the jack.

This happens to me with the headphones that came with the phone, my other earbuds, and another aux cable.
Haven't had issues with these in other devices

BoloMKXXVIII said:
Two questions:
1. Have you tried a different pair of headphones?
2. Do you have a case on the phone?
If you are using inexpensive headphones the impedance could be less than expected and might cause a problem.
Some cases may not let the headphone plug seat completely in the jack.
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I havnt used other headphones yet. But I dont have 'any' issues when I use the same headphones on several other devices. I do use a case but its small and I dont think it impedes with plug. I can try with the case off but Im sure it wont help. The way the sound goes out is not like it goes in and out. It just cuts out completely and the music keeps playing. Not through the headphones or the speaker, just nothing.
Anyways my replacement does the exact same thing. Im looking at hopefully getting a different phone.

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I havnt used other headphones yet. But I dont have 'any' issues when I use the same headphones on several other devices. I do use a case but its small and I dont think it impedes with plug. I can try with the case off but Im sure it wont help. The way the sound goes out is not like it goes in and out. It just cuts out completely and the music keeps playing. Not through the headphones or the speaker, just nothing.
Anyways my replacement does the exact same thing. Im looking at hopefully getting a different phone.
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It's Android not the phone from my experience, get a USB C adapter. Alternatively try turning off automatic USB audio routing in developer settings. (Didn't work for me on Oreo but apparently it used to work great in Nougat)This will probably be a slow bug fix as the 3.5 mm jack is dying out. I borrowed someone's pixel 2 xl adapter and it worked great so I ordered one along those lines in standards with reviews backing it up on Amazon.

Loakidog said:
It's Android not the phone from my experience, get a USB C adapter. Alternatively try turning off automatic USB audio routing in developer settings. (Didn't work for me on Oreo but apparently it used to work great in Nougat)This will probably be a slow bug fix as the 3.5 mm jack is dying out. I borrowed someone's pixel 2 xl adapter and it worked great so I ordered one along those lines in standards with reviews backing it up on Amazon.
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After a little digging apparently it's a Spotify issue, not the phone which I'll keep after all. Mind showing me which adapter you got?

Hedied4me said:
After a little digging apparently it's a Spotify issue, not the phone which I'll keep after all. Mind showing me which adapter you got?
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Here is the link
Pixel 2 Headphone Adapter, Masfee USB Type C to 3.5mm Headphone Jack Aux Audio Adapter for Pixel 2/XL Moto Z HTC U11 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DBKVWY2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_3qbrBb40A8KSB
It happens with Play Music too but admittedly much less frequently. I literally wear my ear buds all day listening to music maybe I should try Pandora or something. Have you switched to any music apps that seem to work better? Which one or ones if so? My adapter won't be here till tomorrow but I'll give a full report if you would like me to.

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Here is the link
Pixel 2 Headphone Adapter, Masfee USB Type C to 3.5mm Headphone Jack Aux Audio Adapter for Pixel 2/XL Moto Z HTC U11 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DBKVWY2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_3qbrBb40A8KSB
It happens with Play Music too but admittedly much less frequently. I literally wear my ear buds all day listening to music maybe I should try Pandora or something. Have you switched to any music apps that seem to work better? Which one or ones if so? My adapter won't be here till tomorrow but I'll give a full report if you would like me to.
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No, I've only used Spotify so far. But the music cuts out so much I've cut down using it a lot. I would appreciate knowing how the adapter works though. I wouldn't want to buy one unless I knew for sure as I have limited income. Thanks

Hedied4me said:
No, I've only used Spotify so far. But the music cuts out so much I've cut down using it a lot. I would appreciate knowing how the adapter works though. I wouldn't want to buy one unless I knew for sure as I have limited income. Thanks
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Will do!

Loakidog said:
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Pixel 2 Headphone Adapter, Masfee USB Type C to 3.5mm Headphone Jack Aux Audio Adapter for Pixel 2/XL Moto Z HTC U11 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DBKVWY2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_3qbrBb40A8KSB
It happens with Play Music too but admittedly much less frequently. I literally wear my ear buds all day listening to music maybe I should try Pandora or something. Have you switched to any music apps that seem to work better? Which one or ones if so? My adapter won't be here till tomorrow but I'll give a full report if you would like me to.
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I used Pandora (paid version) regularly with my Nokia 6.1 (TA-1068), Oreo 8.1.
I have never had a problem using headphones. YMMV.

Does anyone have a link to the spotify / google play issue?
This issue is super annoying - especially because I usually do a lot of dirty work with my phone in my pocket and when the audio cuts out, my hands are too dirty to touch the phone

prg318 said:
Does anyone have a link to the spotify / google play issue?
This issue is super annoying - especially because I usually do a lot of dirty work with my phone in my pocket and when the audio cuts out, my hands are too dirty to touch the phone
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Link to what? Who knows if Nokia is even aware of the issue. It also happens with other music players unfortunately. I did see some mention of the problem on Nokia 6.1 official forums, but no mention of solutions. Still waiting to hear if a usb C adapter fixes the problem. But I doubt it as this seems to be a software issue.

Hedied4me said:
Link to what? Who knows if Nokia is even aware of the issue. It also happens with other music players unfortunately. I did see some mention of the problem on Nokia 6.1 official forums, but no mention of solutions. Still waiting to hear if a usb C adapter fixes the problem. But I doubt it as this seems to be a software issue.
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Someone in this thread mentioned earlier that this issue is related to Spotify and not necessarily the Nokia 6.1 . I could have misinterpreted
Wasn't sure if spotify had acknowledged this bug on their support area or not

Loakidog said:
Will do!
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So has the adapter helped?

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So has the adapter helped?
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Sorry for not getting back to you. I only had it for a day and lost it but I do not recommend the adapter. It would randomly have loud static that I did not have with the pixel 2 xl adapter I borrowed. However I have been using the jack and it seems to cut out less frequently now. I am probably going to just use Bluetooth from now on.
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BoloMKXXVIII said:
I used Pandora (paid version) regularly with my Nokia 6.1 (TA-1068), Oreo 8.1.
I have never had a problem using headphones. YMMV.
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Ok thank you!

Ok I think I accidentally fixed the issue. It's caused by the setting option that allows you to raise your phone to your face and the screen comes on allowing you to see notifications. It's called "Lift to check your phone" option in settings. Turn this feature off. Haven't had the issue since.

prg318 said:
Does anyone have a link to the spotify / google play issue?
This issue is super annoying - especially because I usually do a lot of dirty work with my phone in my pocket and when the audio cuts out, my hands are too dirty to touch the phone
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Look above.

Loakidog said:
Here is the link
Pixel 2 Headphone Adapter, Masfee USB Type C to 3.5mm Headphone Jack Aux Audio Adapter for Pixel 2/XL Moto Z HTC U11 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DBKVWY2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_3qbrBb40A8KSB
It happens with Play Music too but admittedly much less frequently. I literally wear my ear buds all day listening to music maybe I should try Pandora or something. Have you switched to any music apps that seem to work better? Which one or ones if so? My adapter won't be here till tomorrow but I'll give a full report if you would like me to.
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Look at my post above.

Hedied4me said:
Ok I think I accidentally fixed the issue. It's caused by the setting option that allows you to raise your phone to your face and the screen comes on allowing you to see notifications. It's called "Lift to check your phone" option in settings. Turn this feature off. Haven't had the issue since.
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Thanks - I just disabled "lift to check phone" and will see if i run into this problem again. That being said, I haven't noticed this problem since the July update but that may just be a coincidence and I have used heaphones less