I know I will get Newb flamed for this, but I searched for hours as per video and didn't find an answer that really helped. I am getting ready to drop my Iphone 4 and pick up the new Note 2 through ATT but I know that it does not come with headphones. I researched pretty much every headphone/earbud thread on here and found a few ideas, but when I went to the manufactures websites, some claimed that their earbuds were not fully functional with the Note 2. So my question is, what earbuds/headphones are fully functional with the Note 2? I mean they Have volume control, answer calls, FF, RW, Pause, and skip. Any help is appreciated so I can get my earbuds the same day as the phone.
Thanks and be kind.
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I know I will get Newb flamed for this, but I searched for hours as per video and didn't find an answer that really helped. I am getting ready to drop my Iphone 4 and pick up the new Note 2 through ATT but I know that it does not come with headphones. I researched pretty much every headphone/earbud thread on here and found a few ideas, but when I went to the manufactures websites, some claimed that their earbuds were not fully functional with the Note 2. So my question is, what earbuds/headphones are fully functional with the Note 2? I mean they Have volume control, answer calls, FF, RW, Pause, and skip. Any help is appreciated so I can get my earbuds the same day as the phone.
Thanks and be kind.
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The at&t model doesn't come with headphones? My t-mobile version did, I heard/thought all the variants were the same?
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Mine from Sprint came with headphones.
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Note 2 headphones > apple headphones
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Yep, ATT=No Headphones.
I heard the apple headphones won't control the volume up and down. Again this is just through research.
AT&T gotta always cheap us out one way or another in addition to there useless bloatware.
I use bt wireless headphones
Lg tones work great...everything works.. one charge lasts days
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The Ur buds Beats by Dre control volume up and down and can answer calls as well as pause music. I only listen to pandora. I used these with my Evo 3d and I could skip to the next song but not contol volume.
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You can use any one-button headset with "Headset Button Controller". My choice - Philips SHE 8005/00.
I would guess the Galaxy S3 stock headset would work just fine with it.
3 days of looking up different headphones and i am finding out some of the websites flat out suck as far as help goes. I am just wanting something that I guess would be considered plug and play with no need to download an app. I like the phillips SHE8005 recommendation, but you have to get the app to make them fully functional and then I read not all features work with the Note 2. I just want to get some feedback from someone who is actually using a fully functional head-set. I am planning on getting the phone in the next few days and want to have the headset when I get it. I keep seeing JBuds on Amazon, but I dont know if they will work.
Thanks again for the input.
I use a pair of Bluetooth headphones. Motorola S305, about $30 on amazon. They last a full day on a charge, going about three years now. They have the volume, skip, play/pause controls. And, never any cords to get tangled.
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I have since up graded from my HTC urbeats to these Beats by Dre Wireless. The can be run wireless or with a wire. Sound quality is good from both music and phone conversation. All buttons function. 10 hr play time 100 hr stand by. Rechargeable and im not sure but I think if the battery dies you still can run them with a cable dont quote me on that but the rest is a sure bet.
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I have the lg hbs-730 and I havent had any issues with them. Apt-x is pretty incredible, they sound basically wired
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The Sennheiser is better than Beats
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The Sennheiser is better than Beats
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I have heard that as well, I have also heard the opposite. I know that there are several tiers of Beats that range from
Ibuds/urbuds thay are smart phone compatible( many styles and designs)
Solo
Mixr
Studio
Executive
Pro
And probably many more I cannot think of.
I have the wireless ones and I can say for sure that they are not the best sounding but they do offer a few perks that the others do not such as all the control functions on the head phones so you never have to retrieve you phone/music player from your pocket or bag. They are rechargeable and the savings in good quality batteries will pay for them rather quickly.
They are not the best but are good, and lets be honest, we cant afford the best.... lol
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WHy not find someone with a non-ATT note2 that doesn't want/use their h-phones and BAM!
Using Marshall Minor FX when I'm out, and Senns HD 558 at home. Love them both on the Note 2
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WHy not find someone with a non-ATT note2 that doesn't want/use their h-phones and BAM!
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Yeah, good call. I'll sell mine if VZW doesn't cheap out like AT&T did. I use my motorola BTs so I dont need em.
PM me if interested
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Yeah, good call. I'll sell mine if VZW doesn't cheap out like AT&T did. I use my motorola BTs so I dont need em.
PM me if interested
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How are the headphones you might be willing to part with? I am not even sure what brand or model earbuds the note 2 comes with from other providers. I seem to be leaning towards a blue tooth set lately. The LG ones sound promising.
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I just received my note 2 a couple of days ago. Loving it! - with a couple of small caveats:
1) Why must the stock email client suck so much? With such a great and big phone one of the main advantages for me would be to be able to email efficiently. But, first thing, you can't change the background color from black. Second, no search functionality. Third, the interface isn't beautiful. All of it: Just bad. (I come from iOS so I'm used to a very well-functioning email app). Some of the other email clients at google play seem marginally better, but none are perfect. Hope for updates and an imroved client from Samsung.
2) Then to my actual question in this thread. The earbuds/earphones that came with the phone sound great. But, they are in-ear. I know that most people prefer in-ear phones, but for me, not so much. It makes me feel shut off from the world, and if I'm listening to music on my bike for example I'm afraid I won't hear important sounds from the traffic, stuff like that. So I'd like to find some alternative earphones that are not in-ear. I tried the apple earphones from my old iPhone, and they work fine for listening to music and talking, but I can't control volume or move between songs and radio stations etc with them.
So I wonder: anybody know of earphones that work with the galaxy note 2 that are not in-ear, where the controls work and that have good sound?
headphone controls
For headphone controls, i am not sure because of the diversity of android phones that you ll find a compatible model which is a shame,
you can use this free software workaround solution : JAYS Headset Control in the playstore.
Regarding in-ear headphones and motorbiking: I did just that not too long ago and broke a time record unknowingly between two cities. It's cool what shutting off the outside world can do for your courage and concentration
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Regarding in-ear headphones and motorbiking: I did just that not too long ago and broke a time record unknowingly between two cities. It's cool what shutting off the outside world can do for your courage and concentration
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Yeah you become more stupid and risk yours and others life by driving like crazy
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Yeah you become more stupid and risk yours and others life by driving like crazy
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Might be OT but both yes and no. You might take more risks but you also don't hesitate as much which makes it safer. Hesitating while driving/riding is really dangerous too! So its a double edged sword lol...
On topic, picking one of these bad boys up tomorrow. Hope the bundled earphones are decent enough to continue my stupidity on and off the road
Sony's Smart headset MH-1c has both volume controls as well as a call recieve button which works with Samsung Galaxy SIII and Note II.
While they are technically in ear, I would recommend using the LG Tone+ Bluetooth Headset - the model number is HBS-730. It has APT-X codec, which is for the most part indistinguishable from wired headphones, plus they have insane 12+ hour life. To get around being aware of sound around you like at work, I just wear one earbud in and the other one magnetically clips to the headset, which is super handy. I typically use them 10-14 hours a day and am a headset fanatic. They have volume control, play/pause, and track forward and back. Plus they have good sound quality for the money even though they are bluetooth.
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I just received my note 2 a couple of days ago. Loving it! - with a couple of small caveats:
1) Why must the stock email client suck so much? With such a great and big phone one of the main advantages for me would be to be able to email efficiently. But, first thing, you can't change the background color from black. Second, no search functionality. Third, the interface isn't beautiful. All of it: Just bad. (I come from iOS so I'm used to a very well-functioning email app). Some of the other email clients at google play seem marginally better, but none are perfect. Hope for updates and an imroved client from Samsung.
2) Then to my actual question in this thread. The earbuds/earphones that came with the phone sound great. But, they are in-ear. I know that most people prefer in-ear phones, but for me, not so much. It makes me feel shut off from the world, and if I'm listening to music on my bike for example I'm afraid I won't hear important sounds from the traffic, stuff like that. So I'd like to find some alternative earphones that are not in-ear. I tried the apple earphones from my old iPhone, and they work fine for listening to music and talking, but I can't control volume or move between songs and radio stations etc with them.
So I wonder: anybody know of earphones that work with the galaxy note 2 that are not in-ear, where the controls work and that have good sound?
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Hi, I had the same problem and eventually have taken matters into my own hands by making my own using the 3 button remote bundled with the phone and some Klipsch S4i's I had left over from the iPhone days. The results were so good I have bought some more S4's to customise and have listed them on eBay for sale. Finally a solution to this problem. When are the manufacturers going to realise there are millions of Samsung devices out there and start making some decent earphones for us!!
Cheers
Lawrence
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Hi, I had the same problem and eventually have taken matters into my own hands by making my own using the 3 button remote bundled with the phone and some Klipsch S4i's I had left over from the iPhone days. The results were so good I have bought some more S4's to customise and have listed them on eBay for sale. Finally a solution to this problem. When are the manufacturers going to realise there are millions of Samsung devices out there and start making some decent earphones for us!!
Cheers
Lawrence
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Link?
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Sorry, as a new member it wont allow me to post links but my ebay name is lozza24 if that helps
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Lawrence
lawrence dent said:
Sorry, as a new member it wont allow me to post links but my ebay name is lozza24 if that helps
Cheers
Lawrence
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You can't post a link, but you should be able to manually type it in.... just saying
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You can't post a link, but you should be able to manually type it in.... just saying
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Thanks for the tip, still wouldn't let me for some reason though. The item number is 221216880761 which takes you directly to the page when entered into ebay search.
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Try Skull Candy.
I've got this one & it works fine!
http://www.skullcandy.com/shop/fix-in-ear-black-chrome
i only use it for music.
Play button once to play/pause, double tap to next track & three to previous!
hope this helps!
using earphones
Another alternative is try out the app Around Sound from the play store. It monitors external noise from the microphone and pauses your music to play that sounds to you.
I posted this in another thread, but the best retail option might be the new Samsung headphones that start coming out with the S4 - the HS330. Supposed to be better than the S3/Note 2 headphones and obviously volume and pause/answer buttons work.
http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s4-review-914p2.php
Hi
Recently got me a 32GB N7, very pleased so far...fancy getting a half decent set of bluetooth headphones...has anyone else tried any?
Been looking at a set of Creative WP-300's...
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Hi
Recently got me a 32GB N7, very pleased so far...fancy getting a half decent set of bluetooth headphones...has anyone else tried any?
Been looking at a set of Creative WP-300's...
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Get the LG Tone+ HBS-730, search on amazon (I can't post links yet.). I have the first generation of the LG Tone HBS-700 the sound quality is alright if you aren't an audiophile. I've read that the sound quality is better in the 730s. The style of these make them perfect to wear under a collared shirt. I use them everyday and get about 3-5 days worth of listening between charges. The headset even vibrates when you get a call.
I have the Sony MW600. LINK. I love them. The majority of the time I only want to keep one ear bud in, and with these I can do that. You can also use any kind of headphones with them.
I had the Plantronics BB903+'s. I thought their sound quality was really good, and I was all excited to use them with my phone when I go mountain biking. I got so insanely frustrated with the sound cutting out every now and then that I stopped using them. A day later, my dog ate them. Eh, whatever. :good:
As I read around through reviews of other comparable bluetooth headsets I can't help but to question that perhaps audio skipping is somewhat common. As a result, I've personally chosen to stick to traditional headphones. That being said, I'm super curious if anybody has experience with bluetooth headphones that DON'T cut out at all. Eh?
i love my jaybird freedoms. the only thing that is even remotely annoying about them is they charge with a mini usb, other than that, they're light, have great sound and super comfortable. before that i tried a pair of moto ones that were just an all 'round unpleasant experience.
Thanks for suggestions guys, will mull it over :thumbup:
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Get the LG Tone+ HBS-730, search on amazon (I can't post links yet.). I have the first generation of the LG Tone HBS-700 the sound quality is alright if you aren't an audiophile. I've read that the sound quality is better in the 730s. The style of these make them perfect to wear under a collared shirt. I use them everyday and get about 3-5 days worth of listening between charges. The headset even vibrates when you get a call.
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I have both of those units. The trade off is; HBS-700 ok sound, but long BT range (25ft) vs. HBS-730 better sound, but short BT range (10ft).
Sony Ericsson MW600 user here as well. I love that lil sucker. I use my Shure SE215's (clear) and any headsets I can muster like my Sol Republic Amps HD or Sol Republic Ultra's or whatever you have and like. I mean the sound is not like it is when plugged directly in, but sound better than stock nonetheless. :laugh:
I just ordered a pair of Sennheiser MM 100's, will update with how they are once I get them.
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I just ordered a pair of Sennheiser MM 100's, will update with how they are once I get them.
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I have the MM400s and they're awesome.
I have the sony wireless headset pro, the new one. It is really good, it has wolfson audio for the decoder and even takes a micro sd card. It is easily the best bluetooth headphones I have tried sound quality wise.
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I was looking at those but they were a bit out of my price range
I got my MM 100's in today, and I'm impressed. Very clear audio for something this size, as expected from Sennheiser. They feel a bit cheap but I think that's more in the interest of making them light rather than saving money. I don't think they're worth the retail price ($150 ), but I got mine factory refurbished from a seller on amazon for around $40 and they came looking brand new, in refurb packaging of course.
Since I paired these with my phone first I tried call quality, and nobody had any issues understanding me.
EDIT: After some more listening it seems these headphones are lacking in bass... not that there isn't enough volume, but it is literally cutting out frequencies.
I hava nokia bh214 stereo bluetooth ,it's perfect for music & talk
I use the Sony Ericsson MW600, great batterytime, you can use whatever headphones you want and now it's almost for free.
Bought the Sony WS1, little on the expensive side but have alot of functions, same as the MW600 you can use other headphones but the ones that comes with are exellent, SD-slot only drawback is the batterytime...
I use a set of Motorola SF600's and a Plantronics M155 (for single ear A2DP goodness while hiking).
My thoughts on the SF600 are far different than moth peoples, apparently. I love them. I have had zero issues with them, and I am tough on them. They sound PHENOMENAL and the range is incredible. They also support Apt-X, but since the Nexus 7 doesn't, that isn't really a concern. Apt-X is awesome though.
The Plantronics is... OK. It rattles at high volume, and is generally annoying, but its great for the group hikes I go on (for when I am tired of hearing people whine and blabber on ) and it is really good for listening to music in the office.
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I have both of those units. The trade off is; HBS-700 ok sound, but long BT range (25ft) vs. HBS-730 better sound, but short BT range (10ft).
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I have the HBS-700 and really like it a lot. Is the 730 really THAT much of an upgrade to justify buying it if I already have the 700?
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I have the Motorola motorokr S305 headset and it skips in and out on my Nexus 7, but works flawlessly with my Galaxy Nexus and my laptop... I need to look into that later. (Phone is on 4.1.1 stock rooted, tablet on 4.2 stock rooted)
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I have the HBS-700 and really like it a lot. Is the 730 really THAT much of an upgrade to justify buying it if I already have the 700?
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The reviews that I read about the 730's were that they were a downgrade. Owners of the 700 and the 730 said to not get the 730.
They also said that more than 5' away or loss of line of sight caused the 730s to drop out.
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The reviews that I read about the 730's were that they were a downgrade. Owners of the 700 and the 730 said to not get the 730.
They also said that more than 5' away or loss of line of sight caused the 730s to drop out.
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Thank you for saving me $50! Lol
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I have the Motorola motorokr S305 headset and it skips in and out on my Nexus 7, but works flawlessly with my Galaxy Nexus and my laptop... I need to look into that later. (Phone is on 4.1.1 stock rooted, tablet on 4.2 stock rooted)
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This is a bug. Check out the thread in General. We've logged bug reports and I've tapped people on the Android team over Google+.
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Can any one recomend a reasonable set of bluetooth headphones ? Preferbly not to expensive mainly used for jogging/the gym
Thanks in advance
I own these:
http://www.cellxpo.com/SbCategory-a...t-HM3700.asp?gclid=CKT_6e7t5bMCFQWnnQody08AuA (cheap)
and
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-HM3700-Bluetooth-Wireless-Headset/dp/B0052XQFKE (better details)
be careful with the packaging as it contains a bonus dongle that lets you use your favorite earbuds with the samsung BT receiver, if you lose or dislike the samsung buds. I almost accidentally tossed mine out.
I prefer them for walking/exercising and the have a small clip to fasten to your collar etc. Audio quality FAR better than the motorola BT wraparound headphones I had.
Jaybird freedom.
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Jaybird freedom.
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+1 on Jaybirds. I've tried many Bluetooth headphones and these are by far the best in my opinion for working out/running.
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I've one of these http://www.sonymobile.com/gb/products/accessories/mw600/ I can plug in any headphones I like then.
I can answer calls and control music with it.
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I see these on sale at Radio Shack all the time. Don't think they are selling well. Last time I was in there I saw them for $30.
http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=12345953&utm_source=Google&utm_medium=PPC&utm_term=11724266&utm_content=Exact&utm_campaign=PLA&cagpspn=pla
I own three pairs of these, because I like them so much:
http://www.rocketfishproducts.com/products/mobile-phones-gps/RF-MAB2.html
One set for my work phone, one set for my personal phone, and one set for my laptop (watching movies). As you know, switching pairing with bluetooth is not very easy, so I find it easier just to have as separate set per device.
They are behind the ear/head headphones, with bluetooth. They also have a mic, and can be used as a headset. They are nice, because they can be worn while wearing a helmet (cycling) and they hold on pretty tight, so they can be used while running.
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I own three pairs of these, because I like them so much:
http://www.rocketfishproducts.com/products/mobile-phones-gps/RF-MAB2.html
One set for my work phone, one set for my personal phone, and one set for my laptop (watching movies). As you know, switching pairing with bluetooth is not very easy, so I find it easier just to have as separate set per device.
They are behind the ear/head headphones, with bluetooth. They also have a mic, and can be used as a headset. They are nice, because they can be worn while wearing a helmet (cycling) and they hold on pretty tight, so they can be used while running.
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I had those Rocketfish ones and they only lasted a year because of sweat. It's a known issue. I'll probably try the jaybirds.
I use a pair of Motorola S305. They run about $30 on amazon. Going on about three years with mine, still use for 6+ hours a day.
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I see these on sale at Radio Shack all the time. Don't think they are selling well. Last time I was in there I saw them for $30.
http://www.radioshack.com/product/i...tm_content=Exact&utm_campaign=PLA&cagpspn=pla
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Ive owned these, they would lose connection with the phone right on my hip, there is also a HD version which are not much better.
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I also have a pair of plantronics, acyually I have 2 pair. The original ones and their newest. These are decent but the ear pieces are not comfortable for me, it takes a few minutes to set them inbthe just right position that isnt just right.
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Ive owned these, they would lose connection with the phone right on my hip, there is also a HD version which are not much better.
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I also have a pair of plantronics, acyually I have 2 pair. The original ones and their newest. These are decent but the ear pieces are not comfortable for me, it takes a few minutes to set them inbthe just right position that isnt just right.
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Hi thanks for all the replys. I've been looking at these for £40 on amazon http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0046W2MKY/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00
Are they the same plantronics ? I like the behind the ear feature less chance of them falling out when running
I have been using these for six months or so and I like them (LG tone):
http://www.amazon.com/LG-Wireless-B...FYFK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1353766092&sr=8-1
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Hi thanks for all the replys. I've been looking at these for £40 on amazon http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0046W2MKY/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00
Are they the same plantronics ? I like the behind the ear feature less chance of them falling out when running
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Yeah those are the ones. Sound quality is clear but no thump like ive become accustomed to.
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I have been using these for six months or so and I like them (LG tone):
http://www.amazon.com/LG-Wireless-B...FYFK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1353766092&sr=8-1
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I would like to Frankenstein a pair of these and some Beats ear buds. I think that would be a nice set of headphones.
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Jaybird freedom.
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I've tried countless BT headphones for running and these and br FAR the best.
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I have heard good things about the Jaybird Freedom BT headphones. They probably don't satisfy "not too pricey" criteria though.
I have had both the Motorola S9 and S10 BT headsets and they worked perty good for a while, but after several month (4-6) they both had the buttons start to become non-responsive. The S9 got to where some of the buttons and functions would not work and eventually I couldn't get it to work at all. The S10 had had the volume start to randomly go up and get loud and I had to turn it down. Finally I turned it down and it sent too low and I could not get it to turn up again. Now I picked these off ebay for under $40, one was probably a referb the other was new in box.
Because my experience I'm a little hesitant to buy BT headsets for running (I live in Florida). I may eventually spring for he Jaybird freedom if I'm convinced they will hold up to sweat better than the S9 & S10 I had.
Bottom line for activities like running read reviews (look for long tern use reviews) and be willing to spend a little more to get something that will actually last and hold up to sweat. Buy once cry once.
I would suggest the Nokia BH 221.
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LG tone are great! With 1,839 reviews, 4 and a half stars as well as the price point you really can't beat them.
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LG tone are great! With 1,839 reviews, 4 and a half stars as well as the price point you really can't beat them.
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I have both the tones and jaybirds and love both a ton ...the tones we use daily. Even picked up a bunch to give out as gifts (sprints buy 3 get 30% off deal)
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Samsung HS3000. Very good sound quality and you can plug in your favourite 3.5mm stereo headphones. And it supports the Apt-X codec.
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I have both the tones and jaybirds and love both a ton ...the tones we use daily. Even picked up a bunch to give out as gifts (sprints buy 3 get 30% off deal)
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I've been using LG Tone for about two weeks and this is my absolute favorite form factor for BT headphones now. I'm just sorry that the updated model (Tone+) which supposedly has much better sound quality thanks to Apt-X (which Note 2 supports) seems to suffer from range problems. Skipping BT audio is no fun.
I am looking for some help. Now that I have a tablet and I am trying to find a good BT stereo headset for it. I am going to mostly use the headset for listening to my tablet for movies and doing items on my tablet where I do not want to bug my wife and others.
I am also going to want to use it with my phone when I am working out or working on items where a tablet is just too big to have around. I went to Best Buy and they stated to use the Jaybird ones. They are going to take a large chunk out of my wallet. I am trying to find what else is out there and would have good sound quality and bass for movies but can take getting all sweating in a work out.
Thank you for any help or tips on this. Just kind of stuck right now.
You can also look at getting a receiver that has a headphone jack and use the headphone of choice.
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You can also look at getting a receiver that has a headphone jack and use the headphone of choice.
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Might have to look into that. Thanks
Motorola has some water resistant ones but they are trash. Go with the jaybirds. I have several friends with them and they work great, and don't short out.
I have a Sony mw600 receiver that works pretty well. And with a standard 3.5 mm jack you can use any headset you want.
It's not as "clean" as a pure bt headset, but it's a lot more flexible. It has fm radio as well, a nice addition.
The only downside I found is the touch/pressure/whatever sensitive volume slider is a bit fiddly.
There is supposedly a newer version out, mw600s, but no idea about the changes and/or improvements.
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derrick_ said:
Motorola has some water resistant ones but they are trash. Go with the jaybirds. I have several friends with them and they work great, and don't short out.
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I've used the Motorola S9 and now the S10 bluetooth stereo headsets. The S9 I sent back at least 4 times because sweat gets into the buttons and when you press up or down on them it sticks the contact and acts as if you are holding it down. I finally got out of the warranty period and found that if I put them on the airconditioner return (on the floor) for a few days they work fine. I have to say that the S10 has not had that problem. In both cases, the "in ear" nature of the S9 and S10 do not fit me well. Of course fit is highly subjective so take it for what it's worth.
The S9 had better sound to me than the S10 and was easier to control (when there wasn't sweat behind the buttons). On the S10 I have to really press the buttons hard to activate them. The pads on the end of each side on the S10 came off in the first week. They were stuck on with what is essentially double sided tape. I tried to glue one back on with super glue which just hardened the semi-soft pad into a wrinkled mess. I used a dremel with an abrasive buffer tip to smooth it down.
Finally, the soft ear tips on the S10 come off almost every time I take the headset off. Of course the headset is useless if you loose the tips...well, it works, but is pretty uncomfortable in your ears. The one good experience was that I called Motorola and they sent me a bag of the tips for free. So now I have (I think) 6 pairs, two each of each size. No hassle from customer service. I was ready to pay something, but they just sent them for free.
I'm in the market for some new stereo headphones for the gym. They must be bluetooth, take calls, and have controls on them. The problem is that it's an expensive game of hit or miss on fit and function although I can return them to BestBuy if needed.
It might seem that I'm down on the S9 and S10. In general, I like the way they fit around my neck, I just wish they would nail it instead of staying at about 80%.
Just my 2 cents.
I have a Sennheiser pxc 310, it's a very good device, but the big problem with bluetooth, movie and nexus 7, is the latency between sound and pictures.
I have the galaxy note 2 and there is no such problem, maybe the apt-x codec solve the problem.
Give the LG HBS-700 a shot. I use them for everything from work, to tv, to working out at the gym.
They sound decent and have a decent battery life.
My only gripe with them is that they slip a little when on the bench.
Sirjacksinurbox said:
Give the LG HBS-700 a shot. I use them for everything from work, to tv, to working out at the gym.
They sound decent and have a decent battery life.
My only gripe with them is that they slip a little when on the bench.
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Hi guys,
i have a problem connected with the sound.....
I need read a file, pdf or word, and in the same time hear something recorded..... impossible, when i switch from player to any other program, the music player stop
is it a problem of me, or all nexus and android have such "Bug"?
Tnks
Ale
alechef said:
Hi guys,
i have a problem connected with the sound.....
I need read a file, pdf or word, and in the same time hear something recorded..... impossible, when i switch from player to any other program, the music player stop
is it a problem of me, or all nexus and android have such "Bug"?
Tnks
Ale
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What player are you using?
What are you trying to listen to?
What program are you using to read your document?
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What player are you using?
What are you trying to listen to?
What program are you using to read your document?
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Hi,
for music player, i tried the original in Nexus, Vlc and winamp.......
For reader, i tried Pdf reader and kingsoffice...
Anyway, every program i start from the task, it stop the music player.... no only document readers.
Astro too, if i open whil player is playing, it stop
Thnks
Ale
I'm using the LG HBS700 with So Slim Rom and the sound/video is very laggy and choppy over BT. Even when I play local files or ones over the network. I even tried watching a movie on Netflix. If I stop the video and plug in some headphones directly, it works fine. Anyone else have this problem? Might have to try a different Rom.
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Motorola has some water resistant ones but they are trash. Go with the jaybirds. I have several friends with them and they work great, and don't short out.
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I second that. Have the Jaybird Bluebuds X they are the best headphones I've ever had they are a little pricy though.
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I'm using the LG HBS700 with So Slim Rom and the sound/video is very laggy and choppy over BT. Even when I play local files or ones over the network. I even tried watching a movie on Netflix. If I stop the video and plug in some headphones directly, it works fine. Anyone else have this problem? Might have to try a different Rom.
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I have this problem on the stock ROM, if you do some searching apparently it's a common bug introduced recently.
It's pretty disappointing as I got a Jabra clip to make listening while on the treadmill easier and it's just skippy as hell.
I'm using Samsung HS-3000 stereo. It has 3.5mm audio jack which you can swap the earphone for better ones
cant go wrong with these
BOOM !
http://www.amazon.com/Kinivo-BTH220-Bluetooth-Stereo-Headphone/dp/B005LKB0IU/ref=pd_bxgy_pc_img_y
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I just got the Jaybirds. They went on sale on Amazon for $60 today.
veener79 said:
I just got the Jaybirds. They went on sale on Amazon for $60 today.
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which ones brah ?
Got the freedoms. They are normally $100.
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Got the freedoms. They are normally $100.
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Thanks, they will ship these to the UK as well which saves us about £40.
Hi guys
I was just wondering if the included white earphones (with the mic + remote) that we got with out Note II are any good? I have been using other ones + the bluetooth Jaybird BlueBuds X, but I was wondering if the included ones are any good? I suppose I'm looking for the answer of whether they are any good for included earphones, and if they are any good in a more general term?
The reason I ask is because I have not used them or removed them from their packaging since I've had the phone (over 6 months) as I wanted to have them as new for when I eventually sell the phone. But curiosity has got the better of me but I'm wary of opening them in case they are awful.
Thanks
They are better than Apple's old earbuds for sure, but can't beat the EarPods in terms of mids and lows. I'd say they're good for bundled earphones, but sound too weak to be good IEMs.
The problem with the stock Note 2 is sound level is too low and bundled earphones are no solution for it.
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The problem with the stock Note 2 is sound level is too low and bundled earphones are no solution for it.
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The problem with cheap earphones - low sensitivity. You need to drive them with a high output signal level, and when it's loud you also facing distortion. Do you want to try something good? Use UE 600vi (these ultimate ears, which i have reviewed in my signature link, now on sale on amazon for $59) - they have very high sensitivity and even at low volume level everything will be loud and clear, not to mention these are the most comfortable in-ear headphones I ever had, and also come with mic and controls where using JAYS or 3D MAVEN free apps can turn single function button into multi-click playback control.
Regarding OP question, I have blue buds X as well and you will laugh you arse off going from bbx to stock headphones. No comparison. Btw, only a few carriers included stock headphones with their Note 2, Verizon never included headphones so you will not loose much in the value of sale if you open these up to test them out Worry more about your screen, battery cover, and the area around micro-usb connector that gets warned out.
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The problem with cheap earphones - low sensitivity. You need to drive them with a high output signal level, and when it's loud you also facing distortion. Do you want to try something good? Use UE 600vi (these ultimate ears, which i have reviewed in my signature link, now on sale on amazon for $59) - they have very high sensitivity and even at low volume level everything will be loud and clear, not to mention these are the most comfortable in-ear headphones I ever had, and also come with mic and controls where using JAYS or 3D MAVEN free apps can turn single function button into multi-click playback control.
Regarding OP question, I have blue buds X as well and you will laugh you arse off going from bbx to stock headphones. No comparison. Btw, only a few carriers included stock headphones with their Note 2, Verizon never included headphones so you will not loose much in the value of sale if you open these up to test them out Worry more about your screen, battery cover, and the area around micro-usb connector that gets warned out.
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Thanks for your info mate, will give those a look. I'm on the lookout for good earphones with a working mic that I can use when not using the bluebuds. It's a shame they don't have 3 buttons but I can live with that if they're the best in their price range.
On a side note, curiosity got the better of me and I tried the stock ones. They were ok but yeah, as expected they weren't great.
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The problem with the stock Note 2 is sound level is too low and bundled earphones are no solution for it.
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True, but you should do this mod if you're rooted.
http://galaxy-note2.wonderhowto.com...me-limits-your-samsung-galaxy-note-2-0144571/
55db was plenty fine with me, and I wouldn't recommend going over that.
The problem with headphones supporting apple controls - only function button will work, but not volume control. But that single function button will play/pause audio and video, will pick-up/hang-up call, and using JAYS or 3D MAVEN apps you can configure double-/triple-click for other functionality. I typically have double-click to skip next and triple-click to skip prev. Plus, those free apps allow you to set delay between clicks so there is no mistake (setting it longer will eliminate errors). For breaking headphones in, refer to my UE600vi review where I have a link to on-line white/pink-noise audio player loop. Hook up your headphones to laptop and let it play for 10hr, just don't put it on your ears It's the best way to break any headphones in, and with UE600vi it help with bass definition. Still not as deep as Klipsch S4A but, UE has it's own driver for mids/highs - it creates almost 3D soundstage. Of course, you can get more expensive $200, $300, $400, etc earphones from Klipsch, UE, Shure, Seinheiser and others, but for a budget price I found UE600vi to be the best. They also have regular UE600 without inline mic/control for the price, but if you interested, get the one with in-line remote/mic.
My Samsung pair has been breaking in for 6 years, and they've gone through the washing machine once!
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True, but you should do this mod if you're rooted.
http://galaxy-note2.wonderhowto.com...me-limits-your-samsung-galaxy-note-2-0144571/
55db was plenty fine with me, and I wouldn't recommend going over that.
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I haven't rooted my N7100 yet but Samsung's update policy is pushing me to do it ASAP. There are really good ROMs that could replace the stock one.
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fade2black101 said:
Hi guys
I was just wondering if the included white earphones (with the mic + remote) that we got with out Note II are any good? I have been using other ones + the bluetooth Jaybird BlueBuds X, but I was wondering if the included ones are any good? I suppose I'm looking for the answer of whether they are any good for included earphones, and if they are any good in a more general term?
The reason I ask is because I have not used them or removed them from their packaging since I've had the phone (over 6 months) as I wanted to have them as new for when I eventually sell the phone. But curiosity has got the better of me but I'm wary of opening them in case they are awful.
Thanks
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They are actually quite good for OEMs. I like them MUCH better than most earphones in the $20 and $30 range. But nothing beats a premium earphone experience.
For me the quality of the original samsung earphone are really good.. I use, for hobby, piooner hdj2000 and the sound obviously is better, but is not bad for the original..
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They are actually quite good for OEMs. I like them MUCH better than most earphones in the $20 and $30 range. But nothing beats a premium earphone experience.
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That's what I think too. For IEMs, you'll need to go past $50 to really make a difference. I personally prefer on-ear and over-ear sets over in-ears though.
I am VERY happy with AWEI ES-S90Vi that I bought on focalprice . Com website
They were $12 including shipping and blow away the included white Samsung earbuds (which I always thought were great till I tried Awei). Mic works perfectly for phone calls however the headset volume controls don't work, only the hang up button (skip songs etc). There are apps you can get to get around that issue.
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