I improved android headunit sound Dramastically... - Connected Car

I have Atoto A6 pro 10''and after installing I was very disapointed with sound quality.The Atoto A6 replaced a double din pioneer,great sound smaller screen and not all the capabilities of the android unit.
After looking into DSP'S I came across the DEQ-S1000A Pioneer.Paid Roughly $250 Cad taxes etc.
This unit is very simple to install and made my system sound night and day better.The dsp is basically a headless headunit with dsp.I have read many places putting down the pioneer DEQ saying its a waste of money.Anyway just wanted to share to anyone that is not happy with sound quality whith android headunit,or even stock HU.The bang for the buck is definitly there.
I dont work for pioneer or affiliated but just wanted to share my experience.
Feel free to ask me anything.

Does seem like a good dsp and good way to get good clean signal to send to the amp to then send to the speakers 14 watts isn't much.
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14 watts not much
gjkrisa said:
Does seem like a good dsp and good way to get good clean signal to send to the amp to then send to the speakers 14 watts isn't much.
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May not be but sounds really good with aftermarket 6.5's
Its a great way to get good sound from a crappy sounding hU,without replacing the HU.
If pioneer and the other big names made a 10'' screen I may have went with that to begin with.I know sony has a 8.9 screen but it has no web browsing abilities and costs more then my atoto 10'' and DSP together.

Well even with upgraded headunit there not sending much out either but if your happy with the volume and quality you get that's all that matters.
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[Q] Bluetooth headphones for running/working out

Well my old sony headphones that I use for the gym/running are on its last legs... I'm thinking to buy a pair of bluetooth headphones for this purpose. I looked online and ran across the Jaybird Freedom (JF3) headphones and they seem like they are pretty good. Does anyone have any experience with them? http://www.jaybirdgear.com/jf3/
what are some bluetooth headphones you guys have used and recommend/do not recommend? also any bluetooth dongles for a first gen ipod touch that you use/recommend?
I plan on using these bluetooth headphones with my phone (Nexus one), ipod touch (1st gen), and probably laptop (dell studio xps 16). Also using them for calls when driving...
any advice is greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.
bump... any help?
It might be me, but I can't even get music over bluetooth on my wildfire like I use to on my Nokia, so you may be stuck with a wired headset if from what I've experienced this may not work.
SAVE YOUR MONEY!!! Go to BestBuy, get the Rocketfish Behind-the-Head Bluetooth Stereo Headphones - RF-BTHP02 and buy the purchase protection plan. 2 years worth of brand new headphones!!!
I use this
Well i still use my old motorola bt0035 and they still work perfect not to mention the batt life its crazy on music 8 hr and stand by a couple off days
I've got a pair of the j3 and they are very good indeed. Look nice and feel great after you have sorted the earbuds out.
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I bought the jaybird headphones and like them so far.... only problem is that my ears aren't the same size and I cant seem to figure out the right size for my left ear. my right ear is small, but left feels smaller and I'm already using the smallest size. But while working out it felt like the left ear was going to fall out couple times, but when I got home and tried the medium size, it felt too big...
In my opinion, all the bluetooth headphones are suitable for running. LOL
I say the motorola S9-HD's
you can get em for $44 on newegg

the gs3 with the pioneer appradio 2 and ARLIberator app is AMAZING!!!

Not sure if many have heard of the appradio2 from pioneer but its a head unit/car stereo. Anyways you can hook the gs3 to the radio via the mhl cable and now with the arliberator app the appradio fully mirrors your gs3 with full touchscreen control.
Anyone interested in car audio should check it out truly an awesome setup and much easier and cheaper than mounting a tablet in your car
Sweet
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Accessories or themes app section?
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Link to the head unit?
http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/PUSA/Car/AppRadio/AppRadio+2+(SPH-DA100)
How 599 cheaper?
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dadavises said:
http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/PUSA/Car/AppRadio/AppRadio+2+(SPH-DA100)
How 599 cheaper?
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i got mine on ebay for $335 new. you can find them for much cheaper.
if people want to read up on the radio and the app check appradioforums.com
Think I just found what the wife needs to buy me for our anniversary or Christmas.
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Just wish Pioneer put a little more effort into the audio portion of this thing.2 sets of 2V preouts is pretty damn weak for a $600 radio.I work at a shop that sold the first appradio and they are sitting on the shelves in the stock room.In over a year,Ive installed 2 of them.They sound like crap.Were not carrying the appradio2 because of how poorly the first one performed and sold.And whats this crap that you have to buy a special cable for android?Icrap cable is included.
It is a great idea,I mean really it is,but it just isnt ready at this point.Your better off with one of the AVIC units.
ktulu909 said:
Just wish Pioneer put a little more effort into the audio portion of this thing.2 sets of 2V preouts is pretty damn weak for a $600 radio.I work at a shop that sold the first appradio and they are sitting on the shelves in the stock room.In over a year,Ive installed 2 of them.They sound like crap.Were not carrying the appradio2 because of how poorly the first one performed and sold.And whats this crap that you have to buy a special cable for android?Icrap cable is included.
It is a great idea,I mean really it is,but it just isnt ready at this point.Your better off with one of the AVIC units.
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Sound wise the Avic may be better but its nowhere close to the appradio once you add in the arliberator app. Just a shame someone had to make a 3rd party app to make the appradio truly worthwhile. I mean with the app your radio screen directly mimmicks your phone with full touchscreen control.
The audio does not sound bad at all. You don't need to buy a special cable. Its just a HDMI cable. I have two amps in my car and its probably the best sound system I've ever had. The HDMI is all digital so the screen and audio has no signal loss.
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The audio does not sound bad at all. You don't need to buy a special cable. Its just a HDMI cable. I have two amps in my car and its probably the best sound system I've ever had. The HDMI is all digital so the screen and audio has no signal loss.
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Sweet
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Sound wise the Avic may be better but its nowhere close to the appradio once you add in the arliberator app. Just a shame someone had to make a 3rd party app to make the appradio truly worthwhile. I mean with the app your radio screen directly mimmicks your phone with full touchscreen control.
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I just saw that app, prior to it I saw all the videos filled with complaints about the unit. I was about to say hell no to it but now it's a definite must buy now that it can mirror the screen. Guees the Avic d3 is going to go in the wifes car now.
knives of ice said:
Not sure if many have heard of the appradio2 from pioneer but its a head unit/car stereo. Anyways you can hook the gs3 to the radio via the mhl cable and now with the arliberator app the appradio fully mirrors your gs3 with full touchscreen control.
Anyone interested in car audio should check it out truly an awesome setup and much easier and cheaper than mounting a tablet in your car
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Hey thanks for the info. We just bought a new car and are looking to replace the head unit to something like this. I wanted something with GPS. However you said your set up allows for full mirroring of the GS3. Does this include the Navigation app? have you tried it out? If it does work, I would definitely look to buy one of these units because they are much cheaper than others out there with gps etc.
Just ordered my Appradio2 to pair with my Galaxy Note II. I'm pretty excited for this :good: :highfive:
Lol I love my S3 and music. But would never drop that much money on a car stereo. I do have a custom system and it is Pioneer. But I just keep my iPod hooked up to it. Cheaper then $600
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I don't get why every ones so into having a bunch of extra tech in their cars. I have a pioneer with blue tooth and an aux port. Keeps me happy.
But while we're on sound systems, I just dropped two Memphis M-class 10s and a 12 in my car today.
They sound beautiful paired with the six Rockford 6x9s
I'd rather put my money in my sound than in "appradios" that probably sound like junk.
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Have a new gs3 and i rooted it. I will download ARLIberator once the head unit see the phone. Had cable installed by BestBuy and then went and bout gs3 cause of all the reviews. Only thing that works is my phone charging, unit do see phone. Any help would be great..
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Somebody mentioned that the head unit has 2 volt pre-outs. I wouldn't waste that much money on a unit with such poor prevoltage. Based on that I bet it doesn't even have a decent DAC. Not trying to be a pessimist or downer but anybody into car audio knows that 2v pre-outs cannot possibly output good sound. Even with a signal booster. Not to mention you can find head units with 4v and even 6v pre-outs cheaper than that. I guess it's still cool that it mimics your screen and all, but that's a lot to pay for just that feature.
Edit: An example to prove my point...
http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_20186_Dual-XML8100.html
This is the cheapest, bottom of the line head unit you can buy right now from sonix electronics. It's $36 yet it shares the same prevolt as the Pioneer mentioned in this thread.
Furthermore, here is a $139 head unit (the crazy thing is it's a pioneer too) that has 4v preouts....
http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_42777_Pioneer-DEH-P7400HD.html
Why pioneer decided to put 2v pre-outs on the unit mentioned in op but double that in their bottom of the line unit just baffles me. Unacceptable from a sound quality standpoint imo.
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It is very cool. Heres my setup
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IYmC8qbVbVo
Also works awesome with the Torque app - just needs a $20 bluetooth obd2 adapter from ebay. Been using it now for about a month and its great.
Is there a special or good HDMI cord I should get?
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New stereo bluetooth headset

Now i've searched in another forum but they didn't quite understand me.. what I want is a both ears headset, my old one broke, it was the plantronics backbeat 903+, it was practecly perfect.. 7 hours listening to music, complete control over the phone from the headset.. I'm looking for something similer, someone recommended the backbeat GO, but they only have 4 hours.. and it's nothing.. despite how awesome they look.. so.. any suggestions?
tnx in advance.
I have Sony Ericsson Bluetooth dongle. It comes with in ear headphones, but the dongle itself has 3.5 mm input. Yo can use it with all kind of headphones. 10 hours non stop music. And the sound is crystal clear.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/261141283986
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I have Sony Ericsson Bluetooth dongle. It comes with in ear headphones, but the dongle itself has 3.5 mm input. Yo can use it with all kind of headphones. 10 hours non stop music. And the sound is crystal clear.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/261141283986
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actually that's is not what I was looking for, I don't wanna make my earphones to become wirelees' I want a wireless headset, simmiler to the model I had before, the backbeat 903+
If your budget allows ($170), check out the new Jaybird Bluebuds X that just came out a few weeks ago. I ordered mine from their site and am blown away by the sound quality and battery life.
very pricey, but its worth every penny.
how many hours does it actually clock?
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If your budget allows ($170), check out the new Jaybird Bluebuds X that just came out a few weeks ago. I ordered mine from their site and am blown away by the sound quality and battery life.
very pricey, but its worth every penny.
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WOW 10 hours of battery life?? I know what I want for christmas.. haha
actually I was looking for something aroud the 100-120$.. but these.. wow, I think i'm gonna start saving for these! tnx
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how many hours does it actually clock?
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I've never done an actual benchmark test on the battery. Perhaps this weekend, I'll pair it with my laptop and leave it streaming throughout the day(s)
I've been pretty happy with the LG Tone headphones I got a while back. They have a collar piece, but it's not bad. Very good battery life and sound.
I got a Motorola s10-hd for $25 from woot.com and it works great
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I have an LG Tone headset too (HPS-730). They are pretty comfortable and claimed to have a talk time of 15hours. Although i haven't yet tested that to the max, but i've run through the whole day without charging them.
GS3 has aptX,and the problem is that there are almost no BT headphones that take advantage of this. I have Samsung HS3000 and use with good quality IEMs. It is not as good quality as wired, but is way better than non-aptX headsets.
If you are determined to get a native BT, it is a pretty short list with aptX, like maybe 2-3.
There's a brand new Motorola Bluetooth (S-11 maybe?) Headset which replaces the S10. It has apt-x, the earbuds are adjustable, looks pretty nice. No personal experience though.
I freakin' love my Jabra Sport. Comfortable, light weight, and holds enough charge for 4 trips to the gym each week. And the sound quality is great, with plenty of volume. (http://www.jabra.com/products/bluetooth/jabra_sport/jabra_sport)
I've had the Moto S9 and S10 (essentially identical) and they suck. Moisture always gets in and they stop working. Sound quality is weak and the volume isn't loud enough. Avoid these at all costs. Look at any list of reviews on these and you'll see the same results from everyone.

Can anyone recommend a headphone?

My old Samdung headphones from the S4 don't control volume properly (up, not down) and leak noise on voice calls, so I'm looking for a good set of earbuds that is fully compatible.
Suggestions are greatly appreciated.
I assume you were looking for a wired option, but I've been using the LG tone hbs 700 Bluetooth headphones and really like them. I got it free with a promotional thing at best buy back when I got the lgog (now my wife's phone since I got this). They are a bit different in form factor, but you get used to them to the point that you forget you have them on.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0052YFYFK/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_ijXGsb1QXARM0
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CapnPez said:
I assume you were looking for a wired option, but I've been using the LG tone hbs 700 Bluetooth headphones and really like them. I got it free with a promotional thing at best buy back when I got the lgog (now my wife's phone since I got this). They are a bit different in form factor, but you get used to them to the point that you forget you have them on.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0052YFYFK/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_ijXGsb1QXARM0
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I had seen them, but I was not sure of the quality.
Generally, yes, I was looking for wired, because I tend to think that sound quality woiuld be better and less radio signal headed toward my brain via bluetooth would be preferred.
I appreciate the recommendation and hope others will chime in. Can't believe that there's no headset included in the box by AT&T. Cheap bastards.
Skullcandy Ink'd earbuds are great for like $15.
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Coloud pop. I'm using it on my g pro. All features are compatible with my phone.
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Klipsch S4A are good.
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Look for the Panasonic HJE160.
Hey @donalgodon
Well I can say those $ 15 bucks earbuds are no good if you want somenthing above the average.
Then, you could check out the reviews at headfi.org.
Then, I recommend any of the earbuds from the Hippo line. I personally got a pair of hippo vbs.
They are not that expensive as ultimate ears, for example, and are above the average for sure.
They come from Singapore and can be found at jaben.net
Hope you find what you looking for.
If you're willing to spend the money then these are perfect http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B009A6CZYY?pc_redir=1395940478&robot_redir=1
Volume control works like it's supposed to and quickly pressing the vol^ twice will pause/play music. The sound quality is phenomenal especially with Viper4Android. You just can't beat the bass in them (Well.. Maybe the XB800s lol).
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I can recommend one in-ear-headphone of maze. They have good quality and sound is also very good
I use the Sony SBH50's with my phone. They're bluetooth/NFC headphones (wireless) and they work great. There's an app you install on your phone that allows you to install extensions that allow you to do all kinds of things like read your text messages to you, count your steps, etc.
They also work with making phone calls too.
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I think with Apt-X support Samsung BHS 3000 looks good option.
Have a look on this too.
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I had seen them, but I was not sure of the quality.
Generally, yes, I was looking for wired, because I tend to think that sound quality woiuld be better and less radio signal headed toward my brain via bluetooth would be preferred.
I appreciate the recommendation and hope others will chime in. Can't believe that there's no headset included in the box by AT&T. Cheap bastards.
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I was like you skeptical about wireless, until I dig in some research and found that both the Optimus G Pro and the LG HBS-730 both supports APT-X and will connect with APT-X enabled. The sound quality is just incredible for a headset with this price, the sound quality even beat some of the wired headset.
http://www.amazon.com/LG-Electronics-HBS-730-Bluetooth-Headset/dp/B009A5204K
I have the skullcandy titan ear buds and I personally love them
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I was like you skeptical about wireless, until I dig in some research and found that both the Optimus G Pro and the LG HBS-730 both supports APT-X and will connect with APT-X enabled. The sound quality is just incredible for a headset with this price, the sound quality even beat some of the wired headset.
http://www.amazon.com/LG-Electronics-HBS-730-Bluetooth-Headset/dp/B009A5204K
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Second this. These things are awesome got 2 pair, 1 black, 1 white. Leaps and bounds better than my old Motorola bt headset.
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I was like you skeptical about wireless, until I dig in some research and found that both the Optimus G Pro and the LG HBS-730 both supports APT-X and will connect with APT-X enabled. The sound quality is just incredible for a headset with this price, the sound quality even beat some of the wired headset.
http://www.amazon.com/LG-Electronics-HBS-730-Bluetooth-Headset/dp/B009A5204K
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I'm not disagreeing, but just stating my experience.
I bought the HBS-730s twice. The first pair I returned because I thought they were defective. The music (all MP3s and using the stock music app on the previous Jelly Bean firmware) would play just fine, but every minute, the music would cut out for a second then come back.
I returned the pair to Best Buy and got a second set. Same issue, so I returned them too.
I also looked online and there are reports of tons of people having reception problems.
Then I got my Sony set and no problems at all. No changes were done to my phone either. ?
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Got those but low quality given and kinda feeling bad to use them overall (rare).
I'm thinking about those:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Original-LG...=1437256404&sr=8-2&keywords=lg+quad+beats+pro
http://allegro.pl/oryg-sluchawki-lg-l90-l70-l9-7-g2-g3-mini-quadbeat-i5453810415.html
BUT WILL QUADBEAT 2 work with LG G PRO too?
Or is it better to buy:
https://www.google.pl/search?q=Pana...ChMIwoTnhdnlxgIVxbQUCh16CQfN&biw=1366&bih=653
https://www.google.pl/search?q=Klip...rome..69i57&sourceid=chrome&es_sm=93&ie=UTF-8
https://www.google.pl/search?q=Colo...ChMI1_LE8djlxgIVyzgUCh0CNQrY&biw=1366&bih=653
HELP >.<
kamolinkaaa said:
Got those but low quality given and kinda feeling bad to use them overall (rare).
I'm thinking about those:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Original-LG...=1437256404&sr=8-2&keywords=lg+quad+beats+pro
http://allegro.pl/oryg-sluchawki-lg-l90-l70-l9-7-g2-g3-mini-quadbeat-i5453810415.html
BUT WILL QUADBEAT 2 work with LG G PRO too?
Or is it better to buy:
https://www.google.pl/search?q=Pana...ChMIwoTnhdnlxgIVxbQUCh16CQfN&biw=1366&bih=653
https://www.google.pl/search?q=Klip...rome..69i57&sourceid=chrome&es_sm=93&ie=UTF-8
https://www.google.pl/search?q=Colo...ChMI1_LE8djlxgIVyzgUCh0CNQrY&biw=1366&bih=653
HELP >.<
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If I were you, I would go for this one or this one or xiaomi piston 2.0/3.0
irt118 said:
If I were you, I would go for this one or this one or xiaomi piston 2.0/3.0
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Everyone is giving me different headphones recomdtions - I'm confuseeeed.
If U would pick : soundmagic, TTPOD or xiaomi?
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Everyone is giving me different headphones recomdtions - I'm confuseeeed.
If U would pick : soundmagic, TTPOD or xiaomi?
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I would pick ttpod T1 (or T1E). T1 is a balanced version and T1E is T1 version with more bass. SM E10 is also a good choice but its treble is a bit too bright in my taste.
Both of them are good for all kind of musics.
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Headphones for Pixel 2 XL (Type C and Bluetooth)

Hey fellows,
using a Galaxy s7 edge since 1.5 years with a 3.5mm Headphonejack, I have to rethink, how to hear music on my Pixel 2 XL.
Tbh i dont like to use 3.5mm headphons with the adapter because of comfort and sound quality.
Thats why I would like to have a nice wired (Type C) or / and good bluetooth in-ear headphones.
Im looking for cheap but good sounding earphones. Any hints?
Actually i guess im going to get Meizu EP51 as bluetooth earphones for running and gym. And now im searching for great wired type c phones.
Let me know, which one you'll get.
Regards!
for Bluetooth go with a good aptx or aptx-hd headphones/earphones
for usb c they are new and there is no good ones so far
for the premium earphones, selection check these
http://a.co/eqpvVeD
http://a.co/0CKRTBw
http://a.co/d5YATXo
http://a.co/aj86CMn
http://a.co/c9FFgA5
http://a.co/2yw7bb5
for premium headphones
http://a.co/gS9DXdi
http://a.co/dUIGl6D
http://a.co/8MmjVbI
http://a.co/a4PLu1i
for cheaper options earphones
http://a.co/cBZvL5B
http://a.co/arc7r0H
http://a.co/5cRiWlS
http://a.co/beOvBst
http://a.co/4yvDfZ1
http://a.co/4ECDD15
for cheaper options headphones
http://a.co/a9EryKC
http://a.co/4u9KjJp
http://a.co/7RaEOm7
this is just an example of what can you find
check the reviews before buying
I'm in the same market, but am waiting to see what happens in the Google Assistant space. Googles website lists a few of the newer premium models that will support Google Assistant, but only some are in stock.
Libratone Q Adapt USB-C
Libratone Q Adapt BT (over ear)
Other models from AiAiAi and Master and Dymanic are coming soon, but most of them are over ear. There's a full list here.
I have the Rowkin's for my in ear bluetooth currently. Can't get much smaller than that.
Lastly, since you asked about in ear USB-C, you can try these out from Zorloo. I had a pair of their Micro-USB Ze:ro's and loved them.
Here is another list
https://9to5google.com/2017/10/05/h...phones-currently-compatible-with-the-pixel-2/
Is there any options for bluetooth 5.0 headphones? Is there any benefit to having BT5.0? The range on my current BT headphones is very weak especially when in my workout carrying case.
I have the Plantronics Backbeat Fit, and I love them. They sound really good (not premium, high-end I don't think), they don't move around when I'm working out, and they are super comfortable. They have a new gen out too. I think I paid $65-70 for them open box?
I checked out reviews for all of the major headphone brands, also tried out a couple cheaper ones. Most did not fair well in reviews except this set, and the others I tried were not good.
Anyway, check out the link below.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KJLMBQQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I have these.
https://www.bose.com/en_us/products...ndsport-free-wireless.html#ProductTabs_tab999
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GatorsUF said:
Is there any options for bluetooth 5.0 headphones? Is there any benefit to having BT5.0? The range on my current BT headphones is very weak especially when in my workout carrying case.
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Bluetooth 5 has a range 120 to 140 feet, as apposed to 33 feet with most 4.1 bluetooth devices. But you will need a bluetooth device that matches the bluetooth accessory to get the distance. There are also other enhancements such as multiple devices can be used at the same time. I read an articel on this a few weeks ago. I hope my memory has given you some big enhancements with bluetooth 5.
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Bluetooth 5 has a range 120 to 140 feet, as apposed to 33 feet with most 4.1 bluetooth devices. But you will need a bluetooth device that matches the bluetooth accessory to get the distance. There are also other enhancements such as multiple devices can be used at the same time. I read an articel on this a few weeks ago. I hope my memory has given you some big enhancements with bluetooth 5.
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one problem though
the range and data rate was enhanced but ONLY for bluetooth low energy devices
normal high power devices got nothing
https://www.androidauthority.com/bluetooth-5-gary-explains-703734/
Bose sound sport wireless for the win. They are awesome sound quality. 150 bucks. In my opinion the new truly wireless 250 dollar ones aren't worth it.
I bought these when I was waiting on my Essential to come, and they actually worked really well. Wasn't sure about the whole noise cancelling thing, but since they don't need to be charged separately (the phone powers the noise cancelling), I figured I would give them a shot. Really liked them, but ended up returning the Essential in favor of the 2 XL, so now I'm just hoping they're compatible, but I'm hoping that won't be an issue...they're not the most comfortable, since they have the large rubber things so they stay in place for active folks (I'm not one of them), but I got used to them. And the noise cancelling and ambient noise feature are actually pretty useful. But they've been sitting dormant since I returned the Essential and came back to good old Shamu (If only I could find a reverse 3.5mm -> USB-C adapter hahah). The fact that I got them for like $80 (down from $200 which is just ridiculous) made it a pretty good deal in my mind. The 17th can't come soon enough!
PS I wanted earbuds and didn't want wireless, or anything that needed to be charged, but the options seem to be extremely limited at this point
http://www.htc.com/us/accessories/jbl-reflect-aware-c-earphones/
gettinwicked said:
I have the Plantronics Backbeat Fit, and I love them. They sound really good (not premium, high-end I don't think), they don't move around when I'm working out, and they are super comfortable. They have a new gen out too. I think I paid $65-70 for them open box?
I checked out reviews for all of the major headphone brands, also tried out a couple cheaper ones. Most did not fair well in reviews except this set, and the others I tried were not good.
Anyway, check out the link below.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KJLMBQQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Absolutely agree. I need good gym headphones that didnt cost $200, and didnt move or fall out or break from sweat. These things are fantastic and i got'm for like $60 from costco
I got these about a year ago but my Nexus 6p doesn't support apt-x (i know it can with some tweaking in Oreo) can't wait to try them out with my new Pixel next week
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00SNI44CQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_ep_dp_t543zbXEXW8GA
vansmack said:
I have the https://www.rowkin.com/rowkin-bit-charge - Rowkin's for my in ear bluetooth currently. Can't get much smaller than that.
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Too bad they have such terrible reviews... I was extremely interested in the Surge pair until i read the review on the charge....
vansmack said:
Lastly, since you asked about in ear USB-C, you can try https://www.zorloo.com/product-page/aero-digital-earphone-usb-c these out from Zorloo. I had a pair of their Micro-USB Ze:ro's and loved them.
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How loud did they get? At 100% I would like the music to be uncomfortably loud.
I'm also extremely interested in the https://en-us.sennheiser.com/headphones-bluetooth-hd1-free - Sennheiser HD1 Free. The HD1 non free has great reviews.
I ordered these https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y686X78/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_ep_dp_Qa53zbXQQ9TVS - TaoTronics Bluetooth Headphones Model Ft-bh16 for a temporary pair and backup.
fergdizzle9090 said:
Absolutely agree. I need good gym headphones that didnt cost $200, and didnt move or fall out or break from sweat. These things are fantastic and i got'm for like $60 from costco
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Yep, I love mine. They sound REALLY good for just being little earbuds. I've had very nice over-ear headphones, currently have a pair of AiAiAi's, and the fit beats are pretty good! Jump rope is the only thing I've found that makes them budge. Floor workouts, everything else they don't move.
fergdizzle9090 said:
Absolutely agree. I need good gym headphones that didnt cost $200, and didnt move or fall out or break from sweat. These things are fantastic and i got'm for like $60 from costco
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Another agreed, they are excellent for my HIIT cardio workouts and reasonable price!
I love my PowerBeats 2. I previously tested a bunch of different Bluetooth headphones for the gym and these are the only ones that stay in my ears consistently and have excellent sound. Battery life is around 8 hours and the Bluetooth connection distance is quite good. I can put my phone on a ledge and work my way through a ~100ft area for the weights and never lose signal.
If I decide to go with the Pixel 2 XL (still debating) I'll be getting the PowerBeats 3 for the gym and leave my PowerBeats 2 at my office desk. One area of contention with the loss of the headphone jack is that I work from home full time and have various clients calling me multiple times a day. So I usually have a set of wired headphones sitting on my desk that I can quickly plug in before answering the phone. With the 2 XL I won't have that option so I'll resort to the PowerBeats 2 to always be ready to quickly turn on and pair.
For those wondering, the PowerBeats 3 are essentially the same as the previous generation but with an even greater Bluetooth signal range and longer battery life.
I have been using the Samsung Gear Circle for years. They sounds great, stay in my ear while at the gym and the battery seems to last forever.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ODDNPNO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Xsb5zbT05ATW3
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gettinwicked said:
I have the Plantronics Backbeat Fit, and I love them. They sound really good (not premium, high-end I don't think), they don't move around when I'm working out, and they are super comfortable. They have a new gen out too. I think I paid $65-70 for them open box?
I checked out reviews for all of the major headphone brands, also tried out a couple cheaper ones. Most did not fair well in reviews except this set, and the others I tried were not good.
Anyway, check out the link below.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KJLMBQQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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These headphones have lasted through 2 washes for me. They sound great if you squeeze them into your ear canal, but I can't think of a way to keepnthem in like that. Otherwise they are great because they hang on and don't fall out.
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