Bluetooth earbuds (Airpods or equivalent)

[DonS 3,292]

For years I've used a wired pair of earbuds with a microphone for dialing into telecons on my phone.  Now that my current phone (Galaxy S21) dropped the stereo jack I have to use a USB-C to stereo jack adapter to use the wired earbuds which means I can't charge phone at same time if I'm running low on battery.

I've been leery of those airpod deals as I can imagine them falling out and being focked.  Also, do they have a microphone?

Curious to hear your experiences. 

Also GET OFF MY LAWN!!!! 

[Bier Meister 1,658]

On 3/27/2020 at 8:04 PM, Bier Meister said:

I have some Jabra elite active 65t ear buds that I love.  Very clear, with great sound.  Good fit (comes with 3 or 4 sizes of inserts). Sweat-proof. I believe I spent about $120 (regular about $180) on them a couple of years ago.

Jabra elite active 65t

 

[Utilit99 4,099]

20 minutes ago, DonS said:

For years I've used a wired pair of earbuds with a microphone for dialing into telecons on my phone.  Now that my current phone (Galaxy S21) dropped the stereo jack I have to use a USB-C to stereo jack adapter to use the wired earbuds which means I can't charge phone at same time if I'm running low on battery.

I've been leery of those airpod deals as I can imagine them falling out and being focked.  Also, do they have a microphone?

Curious to hear your experiences. 

Also GET OFF MY LAWN!!!! 

I use the Aftershoks brand. Possibly the Treks, I forget which model I have. Prices range from around $90-$180.

Here is on site, you can buy them on Amazon as well. Best Buy etc...

https://www.bestproductsreviews.com/aftershokz-trekz-air-open-ear?targetid=aud-925617333329:dsa-43505602976&matchtype=&device=c&campaignid=13697721320&creative=530350157979&adgroupid=132788019068&feeditemid=&loc_physical_ms=9003470&loc_interest_ms=&network=g&devicemodel=&placement=&keyword=$&target=&aceid=&adposition=&trackid=us_all_top_1_1&mId=407-132-4411&trackOld=true&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI4be04MKe9wIV8PfjBx1segX2EAAYAyAAEgJZhPD_BwE

I really them because they don't insert into the ear. And they sound great. I use them for when I'm working out. 

The "open ear" helps you hear things like cars coming if outdoor exercising, but what you are listening to is clear. 

[DonS 3,292]

12 minutes ago, Bier Meister said:

 

Thanks for responding, but I don't see any mention of a microphone, which is what I'll need for telecons.

[Bier Meister 1,658]

Just now, DonS said:

Thanks for responding, but I don't see any mention of a microphone, which is what I'll need for telecons.

yes... built in.  I use them for all of my team and zoom meetings.  I bought these about 4-5 years ago.  They have newer models, so this one is now around $100 on amazon. I love them

[Djgb13 2,339]

I use AirPods. Of course, I have an iPhone so they work well. One of the very few earbuds that don’t feel like they’re constantly about to fall out 

[DonS 3,292]

30 minutes ago, Bier Meister said:

yes... built in.  I use them for all of my team and zoom meetings.  I bought these about 4-5 years ago.  They have newer models, so this one is now around $100 on amazon. I love them

Ah thanks.  I guess I missed it or else they didn't play up that fact.

Edit: our company issues Jabra headsets.  Seems to work pretty well when I'm using it thru my laptop. I'll take a closer look at these. 

[DonS 3,292]

3 minutes ago, Djgb13 said:

I use AirPods. Of course, I have an iPhone so they work well. One of the very few earbuds that don’t feel like they’re constantly about to fall out 

You had me at "I'm a ghey Apple fan boy". 

Just kidding.   Thanks for replying.

[edjr 6,578]

Airpods are an incredible ripoff. I have several pair of 30 $ that work great

[DonS 3,292]

Just pulled trigger on a cheaper Jabra pair for $60. Funny that "blue" is $20 more than "grey".  Who the fock cares what color your earbuds are????

It's via the debbil Amazon and should arrive today so I can easily return if they don't fit my less than active lifestyle.

[Cloaca du jour 2,147]

I cannot use earbuds...makes my ears hurt...or theybfall out.

[Bier Meister 1,658]

7 minutes ago, DonS said:

Just pulled trigger on a cheaper Jabra pair for $60. Funny that "blue" is $20 more than "grey".  Who the fock cares what color your earbuds are????

It's via the debbil Amazon and should arrive today so I can easily return if they don't fit my less than active lifestyle.

which ones?

[frank 2,278]

3 minutes ago, Cloaca du jour said:

I cannot use earbuds...makes my ears hurt...or theybfall out.

If your ears bfall out, you don’t need earbuds.

[DonS 3,292]

3 minutes ago, Bier Meister said:

which ones?

Jabra Elite 3.  The pictures show very active good looking people so I should fit right in! 

[Utilit99 4,099]

3 minutes ago, Cloaca du jour said:

I cannot use earbuds...makes my ears hurt...or theybfall out.

Yeah. I don't like them in the least. Once I was out exercising using those types and when I was still few miles from home I took one out and the rubber end that fits in the ear stayed in my ear. I couldn't get it out until I got home and had to use tweezers to pull it out. 

Same thing happened once with a different pair when I was away for business. Had to stop at the store to buy some tweezers. So that was that for me. I don't like stuff in my ears. 

[jerryskids 6,580]

58 minutes ago, Bier Meister said:

yes... built in.  I use them for all of my team and zoom meetings.  I bought these about 4-5 years ago.  They have newer models, so this one is now around $100 on amazon. I love them

 

14 minutes ago, DonS said:

Just pulled trigger on a cheaper Jabra pair for $60. Funny that "blue" is $20 more than "grey".  Who the fock cares what color your earbuds are????

It's via the debbil Amazon and should arrive today so I can easily return if they don't fit my less than active lifestyle.

After much analysis last Christmas I went with Jabra 85s; the 65s don't have active noise cancellation and that was a must for me.  I have had 65s in the past and like them tho, hence why I considered the newer ones this go around.

I also have AirPods which I got from work; I prefer the way they fit my ears vs. the Jabras.  The problem for me though is that much of the control for the AirPods is voice, and... well, I don't really have one.   

The Jabras though are completely controllable via push buttons:  pause, FF, REW, volume up/down, activate noise cancelling.  And you can program them for whatever functions you use the most.  Another bonus for audiophiles is that you can go through a hearing test and set up the audio for your particular ear function.  My hearing goes through phases based on residual crap from my surgeries so it makes for good sound.

[DonS 3,292]

4 minutes ago, Utilit99 said:

Yeah. I don't like them in the least. Once I was out exercising using those types and when I was still few miles from home I took one out and the rubber end that fits in the ear stayed in my ear. I couldn't get it out until I got home and had to use tweezers to pull it out. 

Same thing happened once with a different pair when I was away for business. Had to stop at the store to buy some tweezers. So that was that for me. I don't like stuff in my ears. 

 Am I the only one thinking "rubber end" and "ear" are code words for "gerbil" and "anus"???

All kidding aside I'm also particular to earbuds, which is why I've stuck with and ordered backup versions of the AKG earbuds which came with my original Galaxy years ago. 

[TommyGavin 790]

Am I the only one to have problems keeping earbuds free from ear wax ? I have to clean them all the time. 

[Gepetto 1,297]

I have these https://www.phonetabletcase.com/bluetooth-headphones-vava-moov-28-splashproof?___store=us  Amazon doesn't seem to sell them anymore.  I don't know if that website is trustworthy to buy from but I like using these with my iphone.

[nobody 2,578]

I originally bought some Sony earbuds, but they made me look like I had frankenstein bolts sticking out of my head, so I got some apple air pods.  I like them a lot.  comfortable, they can take a good deal of movement without falling out, and the functionality is good. 

I even dropped one of them in water and it still works.

[Bier Meister 1,658]

On 4/18/2022 at 3:10 PM, DonS said:

Just pulled trigger on a cheaper Jabra pair for $60. Funny that "blue" is $20 more than "grey".  Who the fock cares what color your earbuds are????

It's via the debbil Amazon and should arrive today so I can easily return if they don't fit my less than active lifestyle.

How are they working out?

[MDC 7,162]

Amazon sent me a pair of AirPods I didn’t order last year. I contested it with my credit card company and ended up not having to pay or return them (long story). They sat in my drawer until last week when my wired headphones died.

I really like them. Built in mic and they’re noise cancelling. I’ve had no problem with the pods felling out. I’d never pay $200 or whatever for them, but it’s a nice product.

[DonS 3,292]

9 minutes ago, Bier Meister said:

How are they working out?

They're working out just fine.

[Cdub100 3,850]

These

https://shokz.com/

So much better than having sh1t crammed in your ears for hours at end. You can also selective hearing and listen to what's going on around you.

[bostonlager 2,664]

On 4/18/2022 at 5:57 PM, edjr said:

Airpods are an incredible ripoff. I have several pair of 30 $ that work great

This. I think I paid $25 on Amazon for a pair and I don’t know the brand.

[Cloaca du jour 2,147]

I bought a set of wireless over the ear headphones for cutting the lawn.  Awesome!!