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Stereo bluetooth headphones

Now that the 1.5 build is being unofficially released I can finally spring for some A2DP BT headphones. I'm not sure where to go to find some good up-to-date reviews so I thought I should ask you guys.
Anyone have any suggestions for a good pair of stereo bluetooth headphones?

(wrong section, post in accessories next time) but, how about instead of buying a set headset, try something like this :
http://www.amazon.com/Motorola-8909...2?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1240165414&sr=8-2
its called a bluetooth dongle, you can plug in your own headsets. Im planning on buying one on eBay, they are a bit cheaper there.

Crap, you're right. My eyes are accustomed to skipping over that section and going right the skins. My bad. If a mod wants to move this, feel free.
However, now that I know where to search there is a similar thread already there. *hangs head in shame*

suggestion
I have a BlueAnt X5i and have for over 2years now and greatly impressed.
It comes with a 'base' that has a 3.5mm jack (stereo/mic) if you don't have a a2DP phone.
While you are waiting, get a spitter and have cordless music. Also, I have the 'base' attached to the PC for cordless Skype.

I'm cheap and I'm thinking about getting this: http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/r.88888888~sku.8422
Any suggestions? If you find one with a screen in the same price range, please feel free to post it! =P

amgupt01 said:
I'm cheap and I'm thinking about getting this: http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/r.88888888~sku.8422
Any suggestions? If you find one with a screen in the same price range, please feel free to post it! =P
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The dealextreme dongle is ok. I would recommend replacing the earbuds (should be removable) with your own - otherwise it works just fine.

I heard the quality on that one is a bit rough compared to the name brand motorola. But then again... for the price its a steal. Personally, id go for the motorola though, it has a built in FM radio, display, and its a Class 1 device.

I used to use a motorola MOTOROKR S9 headphones before I lost them a week ago.
I'm planning on buying Sony Ericsson HBH-DS980 BT heaphones, google reviews for both of them, they are pretty good and aesthetically pleasing

I'm not a fan of the BT dongle to headphone adapter. I mean, the point of having bluetooth headphones is to be wire free, but with that you'll still have to have a pair of headphones wired up to a dongle.
I use the Motorola S9's, and they are fantastic & rugged. They look great, you can barely feel them and they stay in place. I work out and run a lot with them, sometimes in light rain and they're still kicking a year later!
By now I'm sure you can pick them up for pretty cheap too.

I almost bought a BT stereo headset when I was using a Shadow as my main phone. Upgraded to the G1 just before I purchased the headset and since it doesn't (yet) have A2DP I have not made the purchase. I did a lot of reading around and found one from Plantronics to be the one that looked the best to me. The headsets they make have always got good reviews.
Anyway here is the link to the one I almost bought and probably will buy when I update my G1 to the new rom.
http://www.plantronics.com/north_america/en_US/products/mobile/bluetooth-headsets/voyager-855
If you prefer the dongle adapter then check this one out.
http://www.plantronics.com/north_am...s;jsessionid=AWRKVWCO3HRZOCQBGNYCFFAKAEZW4IV0
Good luck in your purchase. BTW you can find both of these for much cheaper than the links I provided. Google will save you some cash!

Here's what I just bought: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000YTRQR2
It's amazing how little A2DP headphones have progressed in the last few years. I would have thought newer ones would be lightyears better than these but all the reviews I see are either a few years old or they have the same basic complaints and accolades as the ones from a few years ago.
Anyway, we'll see how these work. I might get some Motorola s9-hd's later on. I agree with the above post about dongle's being counterproductive to the whole wireless bt idea. With Haykuro's 1.5 build out already and supporting a2DP I figured the time was now to get this.
Thanks for all the suggestions. Keep them coming because stereo bluetooth is now an Android reality and more and more people are going to have questions in the next month or so.

I have heard a lot of complaints about the Motorola HT820's slipping around alittle and just generally being uncomfortable.
I can't wait for my S9HD to get here (already ordered). I also ordered a pair of S9 for my girlfriend just so I could see if the HD really make much difference for standard mp3 use.
Rick

Breach said:
I have heard a lot of complaints about the Motorola HT820's slipping around alittle and just generally being uncomfortable.
I can't wait for my S9HD to get here (already ordered). I also ordered a pair of S9 for my girlfriend just so I could see if the HD really make much difference for standard mp3 use.
Rick
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That's awesome. Please let me know what you think! And I'll post about the 820's hopefully in the next week or so.

NickPDX said:
Anyway here is the link to the one I almost bought and probably will buy when I update my G1 to the new rom.
http://www.plantronics.com/north_america/en_US/products/mobile/bluetooth-headsets/voyager-855
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I purchased that exact model last month and have been using it with the new rom. I am completley satisfied with it. Comes with a bunch of extra ear pieces for different size ear canals and a little carrying case to boot.
Its on sale w/ free shipping ATM.
Plantronics Voyager 855.

drppdatbrth said:
I purchased that exact model last month and have been using it with the new rom. I am completley satisfied with it. Comes with a bunch of extra ear pieces for different size ear canals and a little carrying case to boot.
Its on sale w/ free shipping ATM.
Plantronics Voyager 855.
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I have this model as well. Its great...

I have these, they fit well and sound great over all they are SUGAR!!!
http://www.amazon.com/Motorola-HT82...?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1240355444&sr=1-19

Breach said:
I have heard a lot of complaints about the Motorola HT820's slipping around alittle and just generally being uncomfortable.
Rick
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You heard WRONG... how can they slip when there as snug as a bug and sit on both ears and cradle the back of your head (great design) NOT on the top of your head. After a few minutes I forget I have them on.
I also use them to connect to my pc late at night and watch movies on my 52" HD TV
Sound it great!!

Blown Speaker Replacement help!

Ok guys I had a perfectly good Nexus 7. No screen lift or anything. Then one day I started a youtube video and my speaker decided it didn't want to handle the sound and blew. Very upsetting. Anyway it seems pretty easy to replace myself, already got a RMA from Asus but dont really wanna send it in. Problem is I can't find the OEM replacement speakers ANYWHERE! Does anyone know where to find some?
Sent from my Eclipsed'd DX2

I saw where someone on here modded Eee PC speakers into his device. Supposedly they were quieter than the N7 speakers, but it was interesting. I'm in the same boat as you, my speakers blew out of nowhere and now my sound is atrocious. I'm probably just gonna go ahead and RMA, though.

DroidMaster18 said:
Ok guys I had a perfectly good Nexus 7. No screen lift or anything. Then one day I started a youtube video and my speaker decided it didn't want to handle the sound and blew. Very upsetting. Anyway it seems pretty easy to replace myself, already got a RMA from Asus but dont really wanna send it in. Problem is I can't find the OEM replacement speakers ANYWHERE! Does anyone know where to find some?
Sent from my Eclipsed'd DX2
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Repairing it yourself us always an option, but as far as replacement parts for the n7 I don't believe they are even available yet
Sent from my Rooted, LazyPanda, White "Destroy Mode" Evo

ThePerson98 said:
I saw where someone on here modded Eee PC speakers into his device. Supposedly they were quieter than the N7 speakers, but it was interesting. I'm in the same boat as you, my speakers blew out of nowhere and now my sound is atrocious. I'm probably just gonna go ahead and RMA, though.
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You mean this one?
The biggest problem I had was ensuring that I had enough clearance to fit the speakers in. Most laptop and netbook speakers won't fit, so you need to take some measurements of the existing speakers before you decide on a set to install. The other problem you'll have is determining what kind of sound quality to expect from various speakers, since there's no specs posted for most laptop and netbook components like this. My first attempt with the Eee PC speakers only cost me about $5, but the end result left a lot to be desired, and they're not quite as good as the original speakers.
If you're comfortable working with small wires and understand some basic electronics, your best option would be to custom order some speakers from a components supplier like Digikey or Mouser Electronics. I did that a few days ago and will update the tutorial when I get them installed.

So...no headphones in the box?

hello there...
seems like there are not any headphones in the Nexus 4's box...
what type of headphones are you bying?:fingers-crossed:

pik. said:
hello there...
seems like there are not any headphones in the Nexus 4's box...
what type of headphones are you bying?:fingers-crossed:
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Yeah i saw the headphones missing in the Box on Google Play... I am just worried about the audio quality of N4... If it uses the same DAC from the Optimus G then it would be great... There are hardly any DAC's compatible with the S4 Pro Chip, so i suppose we should get the same DAC thats in the Optimus G...
Any Thoughts on that??

I'm fine with no headphones I'll just go buy a pair.
I have a pair of Beats Solo HD's and Gummys.

Do we know if the aux port will support both audio out and audio in as well as the button?
The Nexus 7 aux port only supports audio out (no in or button).
On a phone, I'd expect audio in to be standard (microphone).

I have loads of headphones around that I could use, but because the headphone jack being on top annoys me I went ahead and ordered a pair of Tenqa Remxd.

So the wireless charger isn't included

At $299/349, did you really expect it to? It's probably going to be an extra $30-$50 accessory, like the Touchstone for those HP webOS devices was.

Eh, my G2x didn't come with headphones, so I don't really mind. Plus, I'll just use my LG HBS-700 Bluetooth Headset.

Not much of a big deal, those earphones that come with phones are usually pretty crappy.

I really hope the quality is at least close to the Wolfson DAC. That's going to make or break this one for me.

Ehh, I'm not too upset about that. Sure, they're nice to get with it, but back when I bought Apple devices, I'd always just end up selling the headphones to a friend for $10 or something, as I think they're (as in, most headphones that come with phones) are pretty awful. I'm not a big fan of in ear headphones anyways, so it's okay to me.

I was kind of hoping for some new headphones. My current ones have too short a cord, but I can't get rid of them because no one seems to make regular earbuds anymore. They all are these horrid squishy earbuds. I can't stand them in my ears. I need the solid form factor akin to the Apple earbuds.
Anyone know of a good brand (maybe even wireless option without some tacky band) for solid earbuds? I need something that can fit in a pocket and isn't made of the squishy buds that seem to be all the rage right now... I really don't want to have to buy some Apple earpods, but they are looking to be the only thing that's made without squishy-ness and with a microphone.

red12355 said:
At $299/349, did you really expect it to? It's probably going to be an extra $30-$50 accessory, like the Touchstone for those HP webOS devices was.
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Actually, they're going to be the same as the Palm Pre ones, apparently, or at least compatible with the other touchstones with a Qi standard or something or another. They mentioned it in some of the other threads, but yeah, those are about 5 bucks on Amazon, so hopefully that's true.

Eh, not too worried. Never have used the headphones that come with a device.

Not bothered. They are usually naff anyway.

Wow, this sucks.
Edit: No actually, not really

have plenty of headphones laying around. no worries. and for how cheap this is i dont expect anything in the box but the phone and the charger.

You can actually pick up a pair of the OEM galaxy s3 headphones on ebay for under $6. I've been plenty happy with those (and have since bought a couple extra pairs, just because they're awesome).

klipsch s4A
klipsch s4A , I use it with my HTC One X ...very good sound quality :good:

OmgitzFire said:
Not much of a big deal, those earphones that come with phones are usually pretty crappy.
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Yup. I rather they're not included at all and keep the price down (which they have)
Besides, everyone should own a pair of good headphones! I'll be rocking my Shure E3's with it.

Speakers

Hey there, I'm looking for some decent speakers that I can take on the go. The idea is to be able to mount them with velcro in my car and be able to use them at work as well.
Any ideas?

pudgybunnyBry said:
Hey there, I'm looking for some decent speakers that I can take on the go. The idea is to be able to mount them with velcro in my car and be able to use them at work as well.
Any ideas?
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Like for music wise? Why not use your car speaker system?
As for portable wise, I've heard of people using the Jambox. I have no idea on how good it is as I've never owned one. I believe they're $120-$150.
Sent from my Nexus 4

My car is older and I have no desire to replace the factory stereo installed. I really enjoy it, but there is no auxiliary input. And if there was a way to easily to add it I would. That's really the only reason I can't use the car speaker system.

pudgybunnyBry said:
My car is older and I have no desire to replace the factory stereo installed. I really enjoy it, but there is no auxiliary input. And if there was a way to easily to add it I would. That's really the only reason I can't use the car speaker system.
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You can just install a new dash? Ones with auxiliary ports are cheap these days, like 40 bucks.
But if not you can try blue tooth speaker? Sony has some.
Sent from my Nexus 4

check out the rocketfish bluetooth speakers, ive used mine in the car and it's loud enough even with the windows down. It's small and light enough to carry around and the battery should last you the whole day or most of it.
another alternative to use your car's speakers is a FM transmitter, Sound quality will not be that good but sound from a bluetooth speakers will not be that good either.

I ended up going with the Jabra Solemate. I'm trying it out right now and it seems to be working out pretty well so far. The sound is pretty good, and its built pretty tough.
Sent from my Nexus 4 using xda premium

Perhaps the jbl playup (nfc)? decent and easy

pudgybunnyBry said:
My car is older and I have no desire to replace the factory stereo installed. I really enjoy it, but there is no auxiliary input. And if there was a way to easily to add it I would. That's really the only reason I can't use the car speaker system.
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Did you check Installer.com They have lots of solutions for situations like that.

in dash and bluetooth speaker
I have a logitech z515, picked up at Target for 50$ its pretty good and you can buy in dash stereo recievers with aux for around 60 for a sony , not a cheaper brand, if you wanted to go cheap, they even have them for like 40 on amazon. Then you have bluetooth speaker and radio in your car lol .

which ear buds are the best value today

I'm thinking about buying the official samsung buds but see many mixed reviews from the sound is low and the microphone quality is average at best.
I'm looking for good sound wireless charging noise Canceling and great fit and comfortable and usb c .... I was about to order earfun which cost less than 50 bucks with some good reviews .. Any good suggestions thanks

I am also looking for affordable one. I am more interested in Apple Airpods like Ear tip, not the rubber type, that hurts. Also bass is important.

You can't have airpod tip and get bass. To get bass you need isolation. Not rubber tip isolation. You will have to buy comply foam ear tips. Trust me when I say it makes a world of difference.

I got the galaxy buds with the free 150 credit for preordering.
They sound good for me and I'm hard at hearing things on the daily lol
Havnt tried talking with them, cause I didnt use buds or headphones for that matter to talk to people.
I just wish the note had an equalizer equal to when I had the S7 edge, I loved using the concert/hall reverb settings on some songs.

llsektorll said:
You can't have airpod tip and get bass. To get bass you need isolation. Not rubber tip isolation. You will have to buy comply foam ear tips. Trust me when I say it makes a world of difference.
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Can you recommend some affordable options?

Akram. said:
Can you recommend some affordable options?
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i bought a sony wf-1000x, sound is magnificent but the connection stability is quite bad

noobandroid said:
i bought a sony wf-1000x, sound is magnificent but the connection stability is quite bad
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I have the gear iconX from 2018. While they are useful because they're small, long battery life, build quality, etc... they are not flawless.
The sound is OK but cannot compete with the included wired AKG headphones that come with note 10+. I believe that the galaxy buds are kind of same, maybe a little better with AKG technology but still these toys are small and i do not trust them for pleasing "audiophiles" kind of people.
I use the included AKG right now because they are just much better than the iconX. Only keep the iconX when i need to be free (in the garden or when running, or when walking in the street because of the ambiant sound feature etc).
If i ever look for good headphones i will probably check large ones, supra phones like Bose QC35 II which is probably one of the best wireless headsets i ever tested.

mafy31 said:
I have the gear iconX from 2018. While they are useful because they're small, long battery life, build quality, etc... they are not flawless.
The sound is OK but cannot compete with the included wired AKG headphones that come with note 10+. I believe that the galaxy buds are kind of same, maybe a little better with AKG technology but still these toys are small and i do not trust them for pleasing "audiophiles" kind of people.
I use the included AKG right now because they are just much better than the iconX.
If i ever look for good headphones i will probably check large ones, supra phones like Bose QC35 II.
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well, besides the sony TWS, i have quite a hefty load of audiophile gear, and i feel the GBuds sound quite thin, well, hard to get a good TWS these days

noobandroid said:
well, besides the sony TWS, i have quite a hefty load of audiophile gear, and i feel the GBuds sound quite thin, well, hard to get a good TWS these days
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Ok that is what i thought.. not surprised...
These things are too small, price is kinda low as well for what it does. They should work on audio quality instead of features IMHO.

mafy31 said:
Ok that is what i thought.. not surprised...
These things are too small, price is kinda low as well for what it does. They should work on audio quality instead of features IMHO.
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modern day problem, wires.. how did we reach this level surprises me...

Anker sound buds. Long battery life! 12h! Extremely long range and sound is awesome! Not completely wireless but great nonetheless

I bought a pair of Samsung Gear buds full price with the credit for $130.
3 days ago I was searching Facebook Marketplace and found a brand new pair in box sealed for $60.
Check Letgo, CL and FB Marketplace!

Galaxy buds are good compromise for me.. I've had few low price buds (30-80 dollars) and powerbeats 3.. Powerbeats were great, I used them for 2 years, then I lost them, maybe sound was very synthetic.. That low cost buds were good.. Sound quality 6/10, battery life 7/10, but connection quality was poor. But also galaxy buds are not perfect... Charge box battery is not a good, problem with right bud after few weeks of using (lower volume in right bud, louder in the left one), but) then I pissed of and went back to the store and ofc. they worked perfect, so I was looking like a idiot). But it doesn't matter you know.. Every ear buds have + and -

Jabra 75t are pretty good almost 8 hrs on a single charge use them while I'm working they are just like the 65t but redesigned

I'm seriously impressed with the Samsung Galaxy Buds. Sure there are some buds out there that will sound better and have some other unique features but these things just simply work, always work, either bud 1 at a time, great range and quality, and are comfortable. I've had about 5 other brands and these are my favorite so far.

I'm not going to lie I lovey Powerbeats pro completely wireless and the sound is great with the note however I hate having to use the iPhone charging cord

I`ve got the Hyphens as a early bird (so at good value), but they are still not too expensive. They are really great at sound, bass and wearing comfort. I wouldn`t get any other ones at the moment.
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/hyphen-the-gold-standard-of-wireless-earbuds#/

So I ordered these for $49 from Amazon great 5 star reviews and tick the right boxes Inc wireless charging and the case even doubles as a power bank.. Haven't received them yet
Conico
True Wireless Earbuds, Wireless Charging Case
Bluetooth 5.0 Headphones IOh Playtime per
Charge and Extra 1 20h with Case HiFI Bass Stereo
IPX7 Waterproof Built-in Mic Headset for
Driving/Office/Sports

Akram. said:
I am also looking for affordable one. I am more interested in Apple Airpods like Ear tip, not the rubber type, that hurts. Also bass is important.
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My original Samsung bud, the left one - 3 weeks old - , died, so while out for warranty servicing, I purchased a spare wireless set from Wish. They arrived 2 days ago and I tested them... very decent quality for the price. It costed me CAD$22. The case is also a backup battery - 3,000 mAH that charges your phone if need be - it has a USB-A port. The L and R buds are pairing together and can be used alternatively, The airtime is about 4 hours, they say - I have not tested them. I ahave also noticed that Amazon has a few decent ones for under $50.

Creative Outlier Air! Outstanding!