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> <channel><title>Gear Diary &#187; Wired Headsets and Earphones</title> <atom:link href="http://www.geardiary.com/tag/wired-headsets/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><link>http://www.geardiary.com</link> <description>Everyone can understand technology; sometimes it just takes a little translating.</description> <lastBuildDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2012 17:15:51 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en</language> <sy:updatePeriod>hourly</sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency>1</sy:updateFrequency> <generator>http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1</generator> <item><title>Gear Deal: Sony MDR-NC500D Digital Noise Canceling Headphones</title><link>http://www.geardiary.com/2012/02/10/gear-deal-sony-mdr-nc500d-digital-noise-canceling-headphones/</link> <comments>http://www.geardiary.com/2012/02/10/gear-deal-sony-mdr-nc500d-digital-noise-canceling-headphones/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:30:47 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Dan Cohen</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Deals & Steals]]></category> <category><![CDATA[GearSponsor]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Traveling and Travel Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wired Headsets and Earphones]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://www.geardiary.com/?p=183155</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img
style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Safari21.png" alt="Safari" width="450" height="343" border="0" /> Today's Gear Deal brings us the Sony MDR-NC500D Digital Noise Canceling Headphones at a nice discount. They feature noise canceling technology, noise reduction, a digital Equalizer, an internal Lithium-ion battery, and more. Normally $399, our Gear Sponsor has found a number of different ways you can save that, when all are applied, drops the price all the way down to just $229. You'll find details and ordering information <a
href="http://zdap.logicbuy.com/zlnk/sony-mdr-nc500d-headphones/?did=7453&#38;aid=13&#38;cid=13">here on the deal site</a>.
Gear Deal: <a
href="http://zdap.logicbuy.com/zlnk/sony-mdr-nc500d-headphones/?did=7453&#38;aid=13&#38;cid=13">Sony MDR-NC500D Digital Noise Canceling Headphones</a> via <a
href="http://www.logicbuy.com">LogicBUY</a> <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2012/02/10/gear-deal-sony-mdr-nc500d-digital-noise-canceling-headphones/"> Continue reading on Gear Diary ...</a>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.geardiary.com/2012/02/10/gear-deal-sony-mdr-nc500d-digital-noise-canceling-headphones/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Gear Giveaway- Win One of Two Bodyguardz Discount Codes</title><link>http://www.geardiary.com/2012/02/10/gear-giveaway-win-one-of-two-bodyguardz-discount-codes/</link> <comments>http://www.geardiary.com/2012/02/10/gear-giveaway-win-one-of-two-bodyguardz-discount-codes/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:59:11 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Dan Cohen</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Contests & Giveaways]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Android Phone and Tablet Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Apple iPad Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Apple iPhone and Touch Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Microsoft Windows Phone Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wired Headsets and Earphones]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://www.geardiary.com/?p=183142</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img
style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Google-Chrome2.png" alt="Google Chrome" width="332" height="112" border="0" /> <a
href="http://www.bodyguardz.com/">Bodyguardz</a> offers some slick options for using and/or enhancing your various mobile products. Sure they offer their <a
href="http://www.bodyguardz.com/ultratough-clear-skins-info">BodyGuardz UltraTough Clear Skins</a> but they also offer a line of <a
href="http://www.bodyguardz.com/armorinfo">BodyGuardz armor skins</a> (my favorites!), <a
href="http://www.bodyguardz.com/casesinfo">cases</a> and even their own brand of earphones, <a
href="http://www.bodyguardz.com/earjaxinfo">the earjax</a>. (I have a pair of the earwax that I bought on CyberMonday and they are great!)
Well, Bodyguardz has been kind enough to provide two discount codes for use on their site and, this weekend, we'll be giving them away. <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2012/02/10/gear-giveaway-win-one-of-two-bodyguardz-discount-codes/"> Continue reading on Gear Diary ...</a>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.geardiary.com/2012/02/10/gear-giveaway-win-one-of-two-bodyguardz-discount-codes/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>3</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Plantronics GameCom 780 Dolby 7.1 Gaming Headset Review</title><link>http://www.geardiary.com/2012/01/30/plantronics-gamecom-780-dolby-7-1-gaming-headset-review/</link> <comments>http://www.geardiary.com/2012/01/30/plantronics-gamecom-780-dolby-7-1-gaming-headset-review/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 22:00:05 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Michael Anderson</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Features]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Music Diary]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Reviews]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Audio Visual Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Digital Music]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Games & Gaming]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wired Headsets and Earphones]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://www.geardiary.com/?p=180935</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p
style="text-align: center;"><a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2012/01/30/plantronics-gamecom-780-dolby-7-1-gaming-headset-review/gamecom-780/" rel="attachment wp-att-181145"><img
class="aligncenter  wp-image-181145" title="gamecom-780" src="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/gamecom-780-556x700.jpg" alt="" width="445" height="560" /></a></p> Most modern games come with some use of stereo sound, and games with higher budgets make use of Dolby Surround Sound to provide realistic experiences of being surrounded and FEELING the impact of what is going on around you. If you are using a pair of Apple earbuds in your gaming laptop ... you are really missing out. I recently looked at another set of Dolby enhanced headphones, but to truly get the experience you needed entirely too many cables. Now we have a new headset from Plantronics that offers Dolby 7.1 surround ... but only requires a USB connection! <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2012/01/30/plantronics-gamecom-780-dolby-7-1-gaming-headset-review/"> Continue reading on Gear Diary ...</a>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.geardiary.com/2012/01/30/plantronics-gamecom-780-dolby-7-1-gaming-headset-review/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Kidz Gear Launches Kids&#8217; Headphones Made Especially for Apple Devices</title><link>http://www.geardiary.com/2012/01/28/kidz-gear-launches-headphones-for-kids-made-especially-for-apple-devices/</link> <comments>http://www.geardiary.com/2012/01/28/kidz-gear-launches-headphones-for-kids-made-especially-for-apple-devices/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sat, 28 Jan 2012 21:18:49 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Douglas Moran</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Announcements & News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Apple iPad Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Apple iPhone and Touch Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Audio Visual Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wired Headsets and Earphones]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://www.geardiary.com/?p=181221</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p
style="text-align: center;"><a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2012/01/28/kidz-gear-launches-headphones-for-kids-made-especially-for-apple-devices/kidz-gear-volume-limited-headphones-ch68ap01-photo/" rel="attachment wp-att-181224"><img
class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-181224" src="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Kidz-Gear-Volume-Limited-Headphones-CH68AP01-Photo-423x450.jpg" alt="" width="423" height="450" /></a></p> My daughter Maggie, getting gear for her isn't that hard; she's fine with the default iPhone ear buds.  She's also not much of an audiophile; if it's pink, she's fine with it--I got her a pair of iHome rechargeable speakers for her iPhone, for example, and she loves them not because of the sound, but because they're <em>pink</em>.  Such is the life of a parent. <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2012/01/28/kidz-gear-launches-headphones-for-kids-made-especially-for-apple-devices/"> Continue reading on Gear Diary ...</a>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.geardiary.com/2012/01/28/kidz-gear-launches-headphones-for-kids-made-especially-for-apple-devices/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>One Good Earbud: One Brilliant Idea?</title><link>http://www.geardiary.com/2012/01/23/one-good-earbud-one-brilliant-idea/</link> <comments>http://www.geardiary.com/2012/01/23/one-good-earbud-one-brilliant-idea/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 16:15:41 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Carly Z</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Announcements & News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Apple iPhone and Touch Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Sports and Fitness]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wired Headsets and Earphones]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://www.geardiary.com/?p=180046</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img
class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-180049" title="ogeb-ehrm-high-res" src="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/ogeb-ehrm-high-res-e1327280833731.jpg" alt="" width="478" height="600" /> I have said many times that running with headphones in is not a good idea. It's dangerous for multiple reasons; you can't hear cars, animals, or people coming up behind you. Even with the music turned down you lose a sense of what's around you. The common suggestion is usually to leave one earbud out, but then you're stuck with a mono listening experience. That's why <a
href="http://onegoodearbud.com/" target="_blank">One Good Earbud</a> is such a smart idea.
From their website:<blockquote>One Good EarbudTM is the ideal way to safely listen to music, podcasts, audio books, and mobile calls while running, cycling, snowboarding, or working out at the gym. Our custom-designed earphone mixes both channels of sound from a stereo</blockquote> <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2012/01/23/one-good-earbud-one-brilliant-idea/"> Continue reading on Gear Diary ...</a>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.geardiary.com/2012/01/23/one-good-earbud-one-brilliant-idea/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>2</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>YurBuds  Ironman Pro Earbuds Stay In… Even If You Do Backflips!</title><link>http://www.geardiary.com/2012/01/11/yurbuds-ironman-pro-earbuds-stay-in-even-if-you-do-backflips/</link> <comments>http://www.geardiary.com/2012/01/11/yurbuds-ironman-pro-earbuds-stay-in-even-if-you-do-backflips/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2012 16:49:21 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Dan Cohen</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Announcements & News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[CES]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Features]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Tech Conventions & Events]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Android Phone and Tablet Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Apple iPad Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Apple iPhone and Touch Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Sports and Fitness]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wired Headsets and Earphones]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://www.geardiary.com/?p=178422</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img
style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" title="Endure Pro - package.jpeg" src="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Endure-Pro-package.jpeg" alt="Endure Pro  package" width="284" height="447" border="0" /> &#160;
Here at CES last year I was introduced to a new earbud company. YurBuds was offering their Inspire earbuds. The bright red earpieces stood out and promised a degree of comfort and "stay-putt-edness" that is in great demand among people who  listen to music while doing a strenuous activity. I was skeptical but ended up impressed by their sound. Elana, who hates in-ear headphones, tried them on and within minutes co-opted the pair the company had given me for review. (The company kindly replaced mine.) A year later Elana's YurBuds are going strong and she continues to evangelize for them every chance she gets.<p
style="text-align: center;"><p><a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2012/01/11/yurbuds-ironman-pro-earbuds-stay-in-even-if-you-do-backflips/"><em>Click here to view the embedded video.</em></a></p></p> Apparently she is not alone. The company had a fantastic 2011 that saw tremendous growth and a significant expansion of the offerings. Among them are the Inspire Pro headphones. The build upon the original version in some significant ways and take good headphones and make them great. Once again the company was kind enough to provide a pair for review (I expect to lose these to her as well) so lets take a quick look at what is new. <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2012/01/11/yurbuds-ironman-pro-earbuds-stay-in-even-if-you-do-backflips/"> Continue reading on Gear Diary ...</a>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.geardiary.com/2012/01/11/yurbuds-ironman-pro-earbuds-stay-in-even-if-you-do-backflips/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>2</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Eskuché 33i and Control-i Headphones Winners Announced</title><link>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/27/eskuche-33i-and-control-i-headphones-winners-announced/</link> <comments>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/27/eskuche-33i-and-control-i-headphones-winners-announced/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 27 Dec 2011 15:15:53 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Dan Cohen</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Contests & Giveaways]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wired Headsets and Earphones]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://www.geardiary.com/?p=176131</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img
style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/LittleSnapper.png" alt="LittleSnapper" width="594" height="255" border="0" /> The other day we reviewed eskuché's 33i and Control-i headphones. At under $70 for each pair they are certainly worth considering if you've been looking for a pair of on-ear headphones that include an in-line mic. You can <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/23/eskuche-33i-and-control-i-headphones-review-and-giveaway/">read the full review here</a>.
We were giving both away and they are going to... <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/27/eskuche-33i-and-control-i-headphones-winners-announced/"> Continue reading on Gear Diary ...</a>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/27/eskuche-33i-and-control-i-headphones-winners-announced/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>1</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Eskuché 33i and Control-i Headphones review and giveaway</title><link>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/23/eskuche-33i-and-control-i-headphones-review-and-giveaway/</link> <comments>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/23/eskuche-33i-and-control-i-headphones-review-and-giveaway/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sat, 24 Dec 2011 00:00:04 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Dan Cohen</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Contests & Giveaways]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Reviews]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Apple iPad Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Apple iPhone and Touch Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Digital Music Player Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wired Headsets and Earphones]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://www.geardiary.com/?p=175845</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img
style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/IMG_6736-1.jpg" alt="IMG 6736 1" width="600" height="262" border="0" /> Back in November we brought a pair of on-ear headphones to your attention that look great, sound good and don't break the bank. At under $70 for each pair eskuché's 33i and Control-i headphones are worth considering if you've been looking for a pair of on-ear headphones that include an in-line mic.
We've had both of them here for the past few weeks and have used them to listen to a variety of music. In this lightening review we will take a quick look at both, give you some of the upsides and some of the potential downsides and then give you a chance to win each. <strong>So without further ado here</strong> <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/23/eskuche-33i-and-control-i-headphones-review-and-giveaway/"> Continue reading on Gear Diary ...</a>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/23/eskuche-33i-and-control-i-headphones-review-and-giveaway/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>9</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>The Arctic E461-BM Earphones Review</title><link>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/23/the-arctic-e461-bm-earphones-review/</link> <comments>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/23/the-arctic-e461-bm-earphones-review/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Fri, 23 Dec 2011 21:00:50 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Travis Ehrlich</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Features]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Reviews]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Audio Visual Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wired Headsets and Earphones]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://www.geardiary.com/?p=172997</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p
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style="text-align: left;">I have reviewed a number of earphone solutions in just about every price range; yes, I do have a problem. If it were up to me, I would try all earphones with the goal of  finding the perfect fit and sound. Earphones are an interesting product because you can find them anywhere from a few dollars to a few hundred dollars. One has to be cautious when formulating an opinion on them and make sure they are comparing apples to apples. A pair of $250 earphones should be superior to a $35 set, logically. That is not to say that a $35 earphone is not good or worth the purchase, though. I recently received the E461-BM earphones from Arctic and put them through some rigorous testing during our football playoff travel run. Arctic products have impressed me with their quality in relation to their price ranges in the past; read on to see how the E461-BM earphones stack up.</p> <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/23/the-arctic-e461-bm-earphones-review/"> Continue reading on Gear Diary ...</a>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/23/the-arctic-e461-bm-earphones-review/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Monster 8X iPhone 4S Sweepstakes Winner Named!</title><link>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/20/monster-8x-iphone-4s-sweepstakes-winner-named/</link> <comments>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/20/monster-8x-iphone-4s-sweepstakes-winner-named/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2011 16:30:42 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Travis Ehrlich</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Announcements & News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Contests & Giveaways]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Apple iPhone and Touch Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wired Headsets and Earphones]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://www.geardiary.com/?p=175012</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p
style="text-align: center;"><a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/12/enter-to-win-monsters-8x-iphone-4s-sweepstakes/safari-185/" rel="attachment wp-att-173711"><img
class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-173711" src="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Safari2.jpg" alt="" width="700" height="444" /></a></p><p
style="text-align: left;">We want to thank Monster for joining with Gear Diary and providing this amazing contest. I hope everyone got a chance to enter. Let's cut to the chase and announce the winner of the Monster Accessory pack given to one of our lucky readers.</p><p
style="text-align: left;">And the winner is.....</p><p
style="text-align: left;"><strong>Dudebroman17</strong></p><p
style="text-align: left;">You have 24 hours to send your name and address information to <a
href="mailto:contests@geardiary.com" target="_blank">contests@geardiary.com</a> and your prize will be shipped out.</p> <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/20/monster-8x-iphone-4s-sweepstakes-winner-named/"> Continue reading on Gear Diary ...</a>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/20/monster-8x-iphone-4s-sweepstakes-winner-named/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Rebecca Minkoff&#8217;s Offbeat Fashionista iPhone Accessories, Knuckles and Zipped Up</title><link>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/19/rebecca-minkoffs-offbeat-fashionista-iphone-accessories-knuckles-and-zipped-up/</link> <comments>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/19/rebecca-minkoffs-offbeat-fashionista-iphone-accessories-knuckles-and-zipped-up/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:45:26 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Judie Stanford</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Announcements & News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Apple iPhone and Touch Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Audio Visual Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wired Headsets and Earphones]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://www.geardiary.com/?p=174928</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p
style="text-align: center;"><a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Screen-Shot-2011-12-19-at-10.31.41-AM.png"><img
class="alignnone size-full wp-image-174930" title="Screen Shot 2011-12-19 at 10.31.41 AM" src="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Screen-Shot-2011-12-19-at-10.31.41-AM.png" alt="" width="613" height="455" /></a></p> If most of the iPhone 4 and 4S cases you've seen have been too boring, then you might enjoy the <a
href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/rebecca-minkoff-knuckles-iphone-4-4s-case/3232876?origin=category" target="_blank">"Knuckles" case by Rebecca Minkoff</a> ($58).  You certainly wouldn't have to worry about dropping your phone when it's in this silicone case, and the added benefit (?) is that when you hold the case a certain way, no one will mess with you. An offbeat case deserves an offbeat headset, so while you're at it -- take a look at <a
href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/rebecca-minkoff-zipped-up-ear-buds/3232881?origin=category" target="_blank">"Zipped Up", the new wired headset also by Rebecca Minkoff</a> ($48).<p
style="text-align: center;"><a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Screen-Shot-2011-12-19-at-10.32.06-AM.png"><img
class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-174929" title="Screen Shot 2011-12-19 at 10.32.06 AM" src="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Screen-Shot-2011-12-19-at-10.32.06-AM-425x700.png" alt="" width="425" height="700" /></a></p> Both <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/19/rebecca-minkoffs-offbeat-fashionista-iphone-accessories-knuckles-and-zipped-up/"> Continue reading on Gear Diary ...</a>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/19/rebecca-minkoffs-offbeat-fashionista-iphone-accessories-knuckles-and-zipped-up/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Energy Sistem Announces New DJ Headphone Designed by Porta</title><link>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/15/energy-sistem-announces-new-dj-headphone-designed-by-porta/</link> <comments>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/15/energy-sistem-announces-new-dj-headphone-designed-by-porta/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2011 15:45:12 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Travis Ehrlich</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Announcements & News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wired Headsets and Earphones]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://www.geardiary.com/?p=174067</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p
style="text-align: center;"><a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/15/energy-sistem-announces-new-dj-headphone-designed-by-porta/safari-188/" rel="attachment wp-att-174068"><img
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style="text-align: left;">I remember the days of the cassette Walkman, when headphones were all alike. Black foam covered speakers that sat on top of the ear was pretty much the only option. Boy how these times have changed. The options for headphones have become nearly endless with in-ear and DJ style and almost every color of the rainbow available. Along with these options, we have also seen a huge increase in audio quality and comfort. Headphones have become an extension of who we are and our own personal style. Design is as important to some as sound quality and comfort. With all of this in mind, Energy Sistem is announcing a new DJ headphone designed by Porta</p> <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/15/energy-sistem-announces-new-dj-headphone-designed-by-porta/"> Continue reading on Gear Diary ...</a>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/15/energy-sistem-announces-new-dj-headphone-designed-by-porta/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Enter To Win Monster&#8217;s 8X iPhone 4S Sweepstakes</title><link>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/12/enter-to-win-monsters-8x-iphone-4s-sweepstakes/</link> <comments>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/12/enter-to-win-monsters-8x-iphone-4s-sweepstakes/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2011 20:00:54 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Travis Ehrlich</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Contests & Giveaways]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Features]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Audio Visual Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wired Headsets and Earphones]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://www.geardiary.com/?p=173710</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p
style="text-align: center;"><a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/12/enter-to-win-monsters-8x-iphone-4s-sweepstakes/safari-185/" rel="attachment wp-att-173711"><img
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style="text-align: left;">I had the pleasure of reviewing the Monster Turbine Pearl In-Ear Speakers this summer and still use them as my primary headphone solution for high quality audio. (<a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/06/29/review-monster-turbine-pearl-high-performance-in-ear-speakers/">You can read the review here</a>.) Let me tell you, these things are the best earphones I have ever used-- bar none. They are so good, and let me feel like I am so fully immersed in the music experience, that they often keep me listening to music far longer than I had planned. Just in time for the holiday season, Monster is running a contest that will give all of you a chance to win some of their wonderful products. With that let us tell you about Monster's 8X iPhone 4S Sweepstakes we are co-sponsoring with the company this week.</p><p
style="text-align: left;"></p> <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/12/enter-to-win-monsters-8x-iphone-4s-sweepstakes/"> Continue reading on Gear Diary ...</a>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/12/enter-to-win-monsters-8x-iphone-4s-sweepstakes/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>49</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>ZAGGsmartbud Review Redux</title><link>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/04/zaggsmartbud-review-redux/</link> <comments>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/04/zaggsmartbud-review-redux/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sun, 04 Dec 2011 21:00:02 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Dan Cohen</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Features]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Reviews]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Apple iPhone and Touch Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Digital Music Player Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Mobile Phone Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wired Headsets and Earphones]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://www.geardiary.com/?p=172530</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img
style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/photo-11.jpg" alt="Photo 1" width="600" height="478" border="0" /> Back in February of 2010 <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2010/02/26/zaggsmartbuds-review/">I reviewed the ZAGGsmartbuds</a>. At the time, this was my conclusion<blockquote>So are the ZAGGsmartbuds worth their $79.99 price? Absolutely. They are comfortable to wear for extended periods, sound very good and, thanks to the Hangin’ Tight system, have what is probably the best cable-management system I have used. At under $80 I would say that they are not only worth their price tag but that they are a good deal to boot!
The ZAGGsmartbuds have an MSRP of $79.99 and are available directly from ZAGG. And right now ZAGG is including a free dual USB car charger with purchases of over $40. <strong>What I Like:</strong> Love</blockquote> <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/04/zaggsmartbud-review-redux/"> Continue reading on Gear Diary ...</a>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/12/04/zaggsmartbud-review-redux/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Holiday Gift Guide: Odds and Ends for the Still Undecided</title><link>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/30/holiday-gift-guide-odds-and-ends-for-the-still-undecided/</link> <comments>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/30/holiday-gift-guide-odds-and-ends-for-the-still-undecided/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 30 Nov 2011 17:15:58 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Dan Cohen</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Gift Guides]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Apple iPad Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Apple iPhone and Touch Applications]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Audio Visual Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Clocks]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Speaker Systems]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wired Headsets and Earphones]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://www.geardiary.com/?p=171984</guid> <description><![CDATA[<strong>From the Editorial Staff of Gear Diary: Here are a few more great gift ideas.</strong> <img
style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/NewImage23.png" alt="NewImage" width="600" height="180" border="0" /> <strong>Keep your iPad safe with <a
href="http://www.kensington.com/kensington/us/us/s/1634/security-cases-for-ipad.aspx">the Kensington SecureBack™ Security Case with 2-Way Stand &#38; ClickSafe Lock</a></strong><blockquote>Anyone who owns an iPad will appreciate extra peace of mind for his or her beloved tablet’s security. Surprise the iPad aficionado on your holiday shopping list with the easy to use SecureBack™ Security Case with 2-way stand &#38; ClickSafe Lock to protect their tablet all year round. The thin, yet strong three-piece construction combines into a durable plastic case for iPad, while a 2-way extendable stand accommodates flexible iPad orientation for landscape or portrait viewing. An adjustable slider bar allows quick access</blockquote> <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/30/holiday-gift-guide-odds-and-ends-for-the-still-undecided/"> Continue reading on Gear Diary ...</a>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/30/holiday-gift-guide-odds-and-ends-for-the-still-undecided/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Save Up to 60% at BodyGuardz Today Only</title><link>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/28/save-up-to-60-at-bodyguardz-today-only/</link> <comments>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/28/save-up-to-60-at-bodyguardz-today-only/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 28 Nov 2011 15:30:14 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Dan Cohen</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Deals & Steals]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Apple iPad Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Apple iPhone and Touch Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Cyber Monday]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wired Headsets and Earphones]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://www.geardiary.com/?p=171628</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img
style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Safari140.png" alt="Safari" width="600" height="127" border="0" /> BodyGuardz has a Cyber Monday sale that is worth noting. As they explain<blockquote>No Lines. No Codes. No Hassles. We've been there, and this year we're keeping it simple. We've blacked-out our entire site and slashed all our prices. No coupon codes needed, just straight savings. Refreshing, right? Get your BodyGuardz on.</blockquote> So how much will you save? If you just got to the site you'll save 50% off pretty much everything. And if you create an account and get on the mailing list you'll save another 10%. That means you'll save a total of 60% off items that are quite useful. I know I just did and some of their awesome BodyGuardz armor black shields <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/28/save-up-to-60-at-bodyguardz-today-only/"> Continue reading on Gear Diary ...</a>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/28/save-up-to-60-at-bodyguardz-today-only/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>New Gear Daily Deal on Andrea SuperBeam Headphones</title><link>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/26/new-gear-daily-deal-on-andrea-superbeam-headphones/</link> <comments>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/26/new-gear-daily-deal-on-andrea-superbeam-headphones/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sat, 26 Nov 2011 18:15:54 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Dan Cohen</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Deals & Steals]]></category> <category><![CDATA[New Gear Daily Deals]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Voice Recognition]]></category> <category><![CDATA[VoIP]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wired Headsets and Earphones]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://www.geardiary.com/?p=171358</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img
style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Safari137.png" alt="Safari" width="529" height="556" border="0" /> We reviewed the Andrea SuperBeam phones last week and were impressed. (<a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/18/andrea-superbeam-phones-sb-405-stereo-headset-review/">You can read the review here</a>.) The headphones have an MSRP of $149.95, but we found them discounted to just $117.96. That's a great price on headphones that make VOiP and voice recognition a pleasure.  <a
href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005GAW6EM/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&#38;tag=negeda05-20&#38;linkCode=as2&#38;camp=1789&#38;creative=9325&#38;creativeASIN=B005GAW6EM">Buy it here</a>. [affiliate link] <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/26/new-gear-daily-deal-on-andrea-superbeam-headphones/"> Continue reading on Gear Diary ...</a>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/26/new-gear-daily-deal-on-andrea-superbeam-headphones/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Eskuché 33i and Control-i headphone Headphones Look Great and Won&#8217;t Break the Bank</title><link>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/25/eskuche-33i-and-icontrol-headphones-look-great-and-wont-break-the-bank/</link> <comments>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/25/eskuche-33i-and-icontrol-headphones-look-great-and-wont-break-the-bank/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Fri, 25 Nov 2011 15:15:14 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Dan Cohen</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Announcements & News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Apple iPad Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Apple iPhone and Touch Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Audio Visual Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Digital Music Player Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wired Headsets and Earphones]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://www.geardiary.com/?p=170853</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img
style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Safari118.png" alt="Safari" width="600" height="309" border="0" /> Is it more important to have headphones that look good, sound good or are priced right? <a
href="http://www.eskucheme.com">eskuché</a> doesn't think it needs to be a choice and their $69 33i and Control-i headphones are here to make the point.
Here's a quick look at both and what the company has to say about them. We're hoping to have some in hand for review shortly. <img
style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/33iBB_mainv3_crop.jpg" alt="33iBB mainv3 crop" width="292" height="600" border="0" /> First up are the eskuché 33i headphones. As the company explains,<blockquote>The 33i looks to one of our first headphones, the 33 1/3, for its chassis, and merges it with the improved structural components</blockquote> <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/25/eskuche-33i-and-icontrol-headphones-look-great-and-wont-break-the-bank/"> Continue reading on Gear Diary ...</a>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/25/eskuche-33i-and-icontrol-headphones-look-great-and-wont-break-the-bank/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Andrea SuperBeam Phones SB-405 Stereo Headset Review</title><link>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/18/andrea-superbeam-phones-sb-405-stereo-headset-review/</link> <comments>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/18/andrea-superbeam-phones-sb-405-stereo-headset-review/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Fri, 18 Nov 2011 23:00:30 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Dan Cohen</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Features]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Reviews]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Apple iPad Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Apple iPhone and Touch Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Desktop Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Laptop Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Voice Recognition]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wired Headsets and Earphones]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://www.geardiary.com/?p=169927</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img
style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Safari91.png" alt="Safari" width="564" height="597" border="0" /> If you are into voice recognition, then you need to have a good microphone. It's a basic fact of life. Yes, you can use the built-in microphone on the MacBook Air (for example), and you'll probably get good results. But if you want great results you'll need something that's going to help filter out the background noise; that means a good headset. Among the issues with such headsets? The best of them have boom microphones that make you look like a Bell telephone operator. Sure, this is all about getting the work done and dictating your text but what if there were a way to not look quite as dorky? That's what Andrea's new headphones make <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/18/andrea-superbeam-phones-sb-405-stereo-headset-review/"> Continue reading on Gear Diary ...</a>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/18/andrea-superbeam-phones-sb-405-stereo-headset-review/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Holiday Gift Guide: For Music Lovers</title><link>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/14/gear-diary-2011-gift-guide-gifts-for-music-lovers/</link> <comments>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/14/gear-diary-2011-gift-guide-gifts-for-music-lovers/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 14 Nov 2011 21:00:36 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Dan Cohen</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Gift Guides]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Christmas]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Clocks]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Digital Music]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Digital Music Player Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Digital Music Players]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Hanukkah]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Speaker Systems]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wired Headsets and Earphones]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://www.geardiary.com/?p=168745</guid> <description><![CDATA[<strong>From the Editorial Staff of Gear Diary: Is there someone in your life who loves music? If so, here are five gifts with which you can't go wrong.</strong> <img
style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Safari53.png" alt="Safari" width="494" height="421" border="0" /> First off, Sonos. Dan hasn't stopped raving about <strong>the Sonos wireless music system</strong> he installed a few months ago. Sonos is the best way to get lots of music in lots of room at a fairly affordable price. Better still, the system can grow with you as you add more and more components. You can read our reviews <a
href="http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&#38;rct=j&#38;q=sonos%20gear%20diary&#38;source=web&#38;cd=3&#38;ved=0CEUQFjAC&#38;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.geardiary.com%2F2011%2F07%2F30%2Fsonos-play3-review%2F&#38;ei=s82-Ts-IKqfj0QGL3qXvBA&#38;usg=AFQjCNHX2JPa_3kMLUEQ4sh2Fu0zsaMmWw&#38;sig2=949Hj53JvUfXseVY77KQsA">here</a>, <a
href="http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&#38;rct=j&#38;q=sonos%20gear%20diary&#38;source=web&#38;cd=4&#38;ved=0CEsQFjAD&#38;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.geardiary.com%2F2011%2F06%2F26%2Fthe-sonos-wireless-home-audio-system-review%2F&#38;ei=s82-Ts-IKqfj0QGL3qXvBA&#38;usg=AFQjCNFyGuFjUMXEu-cFEjh3ysPnKYzJLw&#38;sig2=4XJhypDawT3zFwdaRl4SmQ">here</a> and <a
href="http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&#38;rct=j&#38;q=sonos%20gear%20diary&#38;source=web&#38;cd=1&#38;ved=0CDkQFjAA&#38;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.geardiary.com%2F2011%2F07%2F14%2Fsonos-spotify-even-more-music-throughout-the-house%2F&#38;ei=s82-Ts-IKqfj0QGL3qXvBA&#38;usg=AFQjCNHQnhLQzpA17ciVQNVvnc6MwgxSkA&#38;sig2=LZ99DpBmHH9V5Q4o-BxenA">here</a>.
The Play:3 is just <a
href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005441AJC/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&#38;tag=geadia-20&#38;linkCode=as2&#38;camp=1789&#38;creative=9325&#38;creativeASIN=B005441AJC">$299 in our Amazon Affiliate Store</a>. The Play:5 <a
href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003CP0FUU/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&#38;tag=geadia-20&#38;linkCode=as2&#38;camp=1789&#38;creative=9325&#38;creativeASIN=B003CP0FUU">is $100 more at $399</a> <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/14/gear-diary-2011-gift-guide-gifts-for-music-lovers/"> Continue reading on Gear Diary ...</a>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/14/gear-diary-2011-gift-guide-gifts-for-music-lovers/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Holiday Gift Guide: For Those Who Need Better Voice Recognition</title><link>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/12/gear-diary-2011-gift-guide-for-those-who-need-better-voice-recognition/</link> <comments>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/12/gear-diary-2011-gift-guide-for-those-who-need-better-voice-recognition/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sun, 13 Nov 2011 00:00:24 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Dan Cohen</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Gift Guides]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Accessibility]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Bluetooth Headsets]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Christmas]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Hanukkah]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Voice Recognition]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wired Headsets and Earphones]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://www.geardiary.com/?p=168741</guid> <description><![CDATA[<strong>From the Editorial Staff of Gear Diary: Is there someone in your life who would benefit from speaking their text rather than typing it? If so, here are five gifts with which you can't go wrong.</strong> <img
style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Safari44.png" alt="Safari" width="564" height="597" border="0" /> The key to accurate voice recognition is wearing the right headphones. <strong>Andrea Electronics SuperBeam Phones</strong> are just the thing. We'll be reviewing the headphones over the next few days but they are already impressive. As the company explains<blockquote>SuperBeam headsets deliver Hi-Definition sound for all your social media and multimedia applications. The unique integrated array microphone system is designed for use with Andrea’s patented beam forming and digital noise reduction audio software, providing “Boom freed” convenience. SuperBeam also provides 3D</blockquote> <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/12/gear-diary-2011-gift-guide-for-those-who-need-better-voice-recognition/"> Continue reading on Gear Diary ...</a>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/12/gear-diary-2011-gift-guide-for-those-who-need-better-voice-recognition/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>2</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Andrea&#8217;s SuperBeam Phones On-Ear Headphones Go &#8220;Boom-less&#8221;</title><link>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/09/andreas-superbeam-phones-on-ear-headphones-go-boom-less/</link> <comments>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/09/andreas-superbeam-phones-on-ear-headphones-go-boom-less/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 09 Nov 2011 21:15:49 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Dan Cohen</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Announcements & News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Accessibility]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Voice Recognition]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wired Headsets and Earphones]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://www.geardiary.com/?p=167991</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img
style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Safari26.png" alt="Safari" width="593" height="518" border="0" /> I've used a number of Andrea headphones for voice recognition in the past, and I've always been impressed. The company's SuperBeam Phones are a departure from previous models, and I'm really loving the design choices that went into creating them. They are sleek on-ear headphones that drop the microphone boom, but still offer great voice quality. <img
style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Safari27.png" alt="Safari" width="528" height="498" border="0" /> Here's what the company has to say about them:<blockquote>SuperBeam headsets deliver Hi-Definition sound. Our unique integrated array microphone system is designed for use with Andrea’s patented beam forming and digital noise reduction audio software, providing “The Freedom of Voice”. SuperBeam also provides a new audio</blockquote> <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/09/andreas-superbeam-phones-on-ear-headphones-go-boom-less/"> Continue reading on Gear Diary ...</a>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/11/09/andreas-superbeam-phones-on-ear-headphones-go-boom-less/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Gaming Headset Review: Sharkoon X-Tatic SR Surround Sound Headphones</title><link>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/09/28/gaming-headset-review-sharkoon-x-tatic-sr-surround-sound-headphones/</link> <comments>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/09/28/gaming-headset-review-sharkoon-x-tatic-sr-surround-sound-headphones/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2011 22:00:13 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Michael Anderson</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Features]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Games & Gaming]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Reviews]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wired Headsets and Earphones]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://www.geardiary.com/?p=162072</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p
style="text-align: center;"><a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/09/28/gaming-headset-review-sharkoon-x-tatic-sr-surround-sound-headphones/sharkoon-x-tatic-sr-headset/" rel="attachment wp-att-162086"><img
class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-162086" title="Sharkoon-X-Tatic-SR-Headset" src="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/Sharkoon-X-Tatic-SR-Headset-700x565.jpg" alt="" width="700" height="565" /></a></p> It is hard to believe, but not everyone wants to listen as you pump sound from video games through your home theater system. That is why there are gaming headsets to begin with - they provide a microphone, but can also provide very sensitive audio ... or blast your face off with mega-sound! I use basic Apple or Sony earbuds most of the time, which are adequate but don't begin to emulate the home theater experience - which is why there are 'portable sound-systems like the Sharkoon X-Tatic SR. Let's take a look! <strong>The Hype:</strong> Sharkoon headsets are sophisticated in design and technology – with the X-Tatic SR you gain a state-of-the-art stereo <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/09/28/gaming-headset-review-sharkoon-x-tatic-sr-surround-sound-headphones/"> Continue reading on Gear Diary ...</a>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/09/28/gaming-headset-review-sharkoon-x-tatic-sr-surround-sound-headphones/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>1</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Headphone Accessory Review: Sinch Let&#8217;s You and Your Phone Go Tangle Free</title><link>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/09/23/headphone-accessory-review-sinch-lets-you-and-your-phone-go-tangle-free/</link> <comments>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/09/23/headphone-accessory-review-sinch-lets-you-and-your-phone-go-tangle-free/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2011 08:45:51 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Dan Cohen</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Features]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Reviews]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Reviews & More]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Android Phone and Tablet Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Apple iPhone and Touch Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Apple iPod Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wired Headsets and Earphones]]></category> <guid
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style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/Sinch-Live-Tangle-Free..jpg" alt="Sinch &#124; Live Tangle Free" width="600" height="435" border="0" /> &#160;
Cords and cables... they seem to be everywhere. and most of the time they are a tangled mess. Sure you can use a Bluetooth headset but they need to be recharged and Bluetooth is less than reliable at times. (I'm being nice.) The <a
href="http://www.thesinch.com/" target="_blank">Sinch seeks to end the mess of tangle headphone wires</a> that plague modern society. Using a unique design that includes two strong magnets it creates a "pocket" that can hold your earbud cord when wrapped around a device or when used in isolation. Let's take a look at this rather unusual new accessory.
&#038;nbsp <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/09/23/headphone-accessory-review-sinch-lets-you-and-your-phone-go-tangle-free/"> Continue reading on Gear Diary ...</a>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/09/23/headphone-accessory-review-sinch-lets-you-and-your-phone-go-tangle-free/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Review: iFrogz Legion Earbuds and iFrogz Split</title><link>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/09/21/review-ifrogz-legion-earbuds-and-ifrogz-split/</link> <comments>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/09/21/review-ifrogz-legion-earbuds-and-ifrogz-split/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2011 19:00:21 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Joel McLaughlin</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Reviews]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Reviews & More]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wired Headsets and Earphones]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://www.geardiary.com/?p=160214</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p
style="text-align: center;"><a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/iFrogz_Legion_1.jpg"><img
class="size-full wp-image-160801 aligncenter" src="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/iFrogz_Legion_1.jpg" alt="" width="776" height="800" /></a></p> Sometimes all you need is a set of headphones.  No microphone integrated and no bells and whistles except great looks.  The Legion ear buds from iFrogz fit the bill really nicely.  By the way, the name Legion comes from the <a
href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Legion_(Marvel_Comics)" target="_blank">X-men character</a>.  Will the earbuds fit the name?  Let's find out.
When I first saw these, the look of them reminded me of a turbine or something you might find on the death star.  I loved the look of these buds with the chrome and light blue coloring being eye-catching without being in your face.  They are also available in black/grey and a neon green.  They are a bit manly looking, but since I am <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/09/21/review-ifrogz-legion-earbuds-and-ifrogz-split/"> Continue reading on Gear Diary ...</a>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/09/21/review-ifrogz-legion-earbuds-and-ifrogz-split/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Review: iFrogz Vertex Headphones with Mic</title><link>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/09/20/review-ifrogz-vertex-headphones-with-mic/</link> <comments>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/09/20/review-ifrogz-vertex-headphones-with-mic/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 20 Sep 2011 21:00:21 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Joel McLaughlin</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Announcements & News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Reviews]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Reviews & More]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wired Headsets and Earphones]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://www.geardiary.com/?p=159982</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p
style="text-align: center;"><a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/iFrogz_Vertex1.jpg"><img
class="size-full wp-image-160781 aligncenter" src="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/iFrogz_Vertex1.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="725" /></a></p> The folks at iFrogz were kind enough to send me a set of their brand new Vertex line of headphones to check out.  Will they sounds as good as they look?  Follow along for a detailed look at all the features of the Vertex Headphones.
It used to be that if you wanted a wired set of headphones with a mic, you were stuck using in ear or ear bud designs.  Several manufactures have started adding a microphone to headphones that are not ear buds now that it's far more common to use your phone as a music device. The Vertex is one of these set of headphones.<p
style="text-align: center;"><a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/iFrogz_Vertex3.jpg"></a></p> <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/09/20/review-ifrogz-vertex-headphones-with-mic/"> Continue reading on Gear Diary ...</a>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/09/20/review-ifrogz-vertex-headphones-with-mic/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>1</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Review: iFrogz Timbrepro Headphones with Mic</title><link>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/09/19/review-ifrogz-timbrepro-headphones-with-mic/</link> <comments>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/09/19/review-ifrogz-timbrepro-headphones-with-mic/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 2011 19:00:46 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Joel McLaughlin</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Reviews & More]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wired Headsets and Earphones]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://www.geardiary.com/?p=159776</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p
style="text-align: center;"><a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/iFrogz_TimbrePro1.jpg"><img
class="size-full wp-image-160767 aligncenter" src="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/iFrogz_TimbrePro1.jpg" alt="" width="698" height="800" /></a></p> I have always loved iFrogz unique headphone designs.  They are always eye-catching and usually sound pretty good to boot.  They aren't top of the line, but they are far from the worst I have ever tried.  That's why I jumped at the chance to get a set of the new iFrogz Timbrepro Headphones sent to me for a review.<p
style="text-align: center;"><a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/iFrogz_TimbrePro3.jpg"><img
class="size-full wp-image-160769 aligncenter" src="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/iFrogz_TimbrePro3.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="600" /></a></p> The general design of these is very much like some of the other headphones iFrogz has in their line that include the inline microphone for iPhone, Android and any phone that accepts a 3.5 mm jack.  Where they differ are in two different design points.
First, the timbre in Timbrepro <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/09/19/review-ifrogz-timbrepro-headphones-with-mic/"> Continue reading on Gear Diary ...</a>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/09/19/review-ifrogz-timbrepro-headphones-with-mic/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Bluetooth Headphone Review: Sennheiser MM450</title><link>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/09/06/bluetooth-headphone-review-sennheiser-mm450/</link> <comments>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/09/06/bluetooth-headphone-review-sennheiser-mm450/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2011 21:00:48 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Dan Cohen</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Features]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Reviews]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Apple iPad Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Apple iPhone and Touch Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Apple iPod Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Bluetooth]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Bluetooth Headsets]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wired Headsets and Earphones]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://www.geardiary.com/?p=159413</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img
style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/IMG_5519.jpg" alt="IMG 5519" width="600" height="509" border="0" /> As I have been reviewing more and more audio equipment one thing has become clear to me: you get what you pay for in the sound department. True, every now and then a lower-end audio product may surprise you but, as a general rule, the more you pay the more features and audio-quality you are going to find. Sure, this holds true in most areas, but I tend to find it is more apparent in the audio department than in other places.
That noted, I never imagine I would lust after a pair of headphones that cost just south of $600. Yes, the Sennheiser MM450 headphones have an MSRP of $589.95. Before we get <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/09/06/bluetooth-headphone-review-sennheiser-mm450/"> Continue reading on Gear Diary ...</a>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/09/06/bluetooth-headphone-review-sennheiser-mm450/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>1</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Jabra SPORT and SPORT-CORDED Let You Enjoy Your Music on the Go</title><link>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/09/02/jabra-sport-and-sport-corded-let-you-enjoy-your-music-on-the-go/</link> <comments>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/09/02/jabra-sport-and-sport-corded-let-you-enjoy-your-music-on-the-go/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Fri, 02 Sep 2011 13:45:51 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Dan Cohen</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Announcements & News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Android Phone and Tablet Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Apple iPhone and Touch Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[BlackBerry Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Bluetooth]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Bluetooth Headsets]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wired Headsets and Earphones]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://www.geardiary.com/?p=159043</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img
style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/Preview.png" alt="Preview" width="600" height="567" border="0" /> &#160;
&#160; <a
href="http://www.jabra.com/Sites/mobile/NA-US/Pages/home.aspx" target="_blank">Jabra</a> has announced two new headsets that join the company's sport line and let you take you tunes with you when exercising or doing other activities. The headsets look great, especially the wireless one, and they come with a host of great features. As Jabra explains<blockquote>Featuring a category-first built-in FM radio, A2DP technology, and powerful bass to help energize workout performance, the Jabra SPORT allows for an even wider variety of music options when exercising and easy-to-use controls.  The stereo headset also features a wind-shielded microphone and is US Military Standard Rain, Dust and Shock Resistant certified, ensuring that exercisers don’t need to hold back during their workouts on account of</blockquote> <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/09/02/jabra-sport-and-sport-corded-let-you-enjoy-your-music-on-the-go/"> Continue reading on Gear Diary ...</a>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/09/02/jabra-sport-and-sport-corded-let-you-enjoy-your-music-on-the-go/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Audio PlayerReview: The JLab Wave Waterproof mp3 Player</title><link>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/08/26/audio-playerreview-the-jlab-wave-waterproof-mp3-player/</link> <comments>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/08/26/audio-playerreview-the-jlab-wave-waterproof-mp3-player/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2011 19:00:45 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Dan Cohen</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Features]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Reviews]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Digital Music Player Gear]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Digital Music Players]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Sports and Fitness]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Wired Headsets and Earphones]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://www.geardiary.com/?p=158089</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img
style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="http://www.geardiary.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Safari62.png" alt="Safari" width="600" height="321" border="0" /> A few weeks ago we took a look at the <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/06/26/review-monster-headphones-isport-high-performance-waterproof-headphones/" target="_blank">Monster Cable iSport waterproof headphones</a>. They are pricey but sound great and are, in fact, truly waterproof. They are machine washable!! If you don't need the same level of audio quality but still want waterproof headphones JLab's Wave headset is worth a look. While the Wave is not machine washable it IS waterproof and has the huge advantage of not requiring a separate mp3 player. You see, the Wave IS the mp3 player. It MAY look like a pair of in-ear headphones connected by a ridged neck wire but the Wave headphones house 2GB of storage and the mp3 player. That makes the Wave <a
href="http://www.geardiary.com/2011/08/26/audio-playerreview-the-jlab-wave-waterproof-mp3-player/"> Continue reading on Gear Diary ...</a>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://www.geardiary.com/2011/08/26/audio-playerreview-the-jlab-wave-waterproof-mp3-player/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> </channel> </rss>
