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I’m going to update my review a little after having these a couple months. I’m not sure quite why but these are now my go to headphones for 90% of the time. They’re comfortable in any position including laying down which is an issue for most headphones and even ear buds. They still sound pretty good. Not great though by a small margin. They charge super fast although honestly the battery life seems to be less than 8 hours to me. They look great around the neck and on. I’ve really grown to love these things so I’m adding the 5th star.
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To be perfectly honest I’m pretty torn. These are very good ear buds. They have some unique features you really can’t find anywhere else and it’s those that will have to make it worth (or not) the $100+ price tag. For me I do quite like them but I’d have to say they probably aren’t worth the 5x higher price tag compared to Anker sound buds Lite for example. ($20). Especially if you’re on the fence about it.
Sound is good. Not great. Not particularly exciting. Just good. It’s surprising how much balance there is overall. The bass isn’t that typical Beats bass which honestly I’m fine with for earbuds. I’d personally prefer a bit more punch in the lows. On rare occasions I can tell that the high frequencies are muddy but the music I listen to doesn’t usually cause a problem.
The biggest positives about these earbuds are kind of design oriented. They are very comfortable. They are pretty stable in ear. I’ve not had any trouble with them coming loose but with the controller on the left wire they’re not quite perfect. Again I prefer the cheap Anker lite style slightly more with absolutely clean cables and neck band controls. They look pretty nice and the flexible neck band is very comfortable. By far my favorite thing is the charging though. 5 minutes for 2 hours and about 40 minutes give you 8 hours claimed. In my experience it's closer to 30 minutes for 6.5 hours but I still think it's great. And for any iPhone user having headphones with lightning charging is a very refreshing change. They do pair easily as well with the W1 chip but in my experience it's not THAT much faster than normal so I don't particularly care.
Overall I wouldn't buy these purely for the sound quality. There are headphones for half the price or less that sound better. That doesn't mean they're horrible though. These earbuds still make a lot of sense for people that just want something super convenient for every day listening and are already involved in the Apple ecosystem. Though honestly even for those people many of the cheaper options don't give up too many features so these make the most sense if you've got the cash to spare for mostly unnecessary niceties.
| Model Name | MLYE2LL/A |
|---|---|
| Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth |
| Wireless Communication Technology | Bluetooth |
| Included Components | Beatsx earphones^eartips with four (4) size options^removable secure-fit wingtips^pocket-sized carrying case^lightning to USB-A charging cable^Quick Start Guide^warranty card |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Material | Plastic |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Running, Exercising, Cycling, Travel, Music |
| Compatible Devices | Laptops, Tablets, Telephones, Smart Speaker, Cellphones |
| Control Type | control |
| Cable Feature | Without Cable |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Style | Wireless In-Ear Headphones |
| Control Method | Remote |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Controller Type | inline |
| Battery Life | 8 Hours |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Bluetooth Range | 100 Meters |
| Carrying Case Material | plastic |
| Carrying Case Color | Black |
| Earpiece Shape | Rounded |
| UPC | 888462804912 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00888462804912 |
| Manufacturer | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 7.09 x 2.52 x 200.79 inches |
| Item Weight | 10.6 ounces |
| ASIN | B01LZUH820 |
| Item model number | MLYE2LL/A |
| Batteries | 2 Lithium Polymer batteries required. |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | January 30, 2017 |
