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Apple iPhone headphone request

May 9th, 2008 at 11:20 a.m.

Apple iPod headphones

Since the iPod’s release people having been bitching about the headphones that have shipped with them. At first, people were stoked for the white and wore them because it was a status thing. I even remember hearing about people getting mugged because people saw the white and knew they had an iPod. Shortly after though people realized they didn’t sound that great, or they simply fell out of their ears because of their “superior” ergonomic qualities.

I understand people’s issues with them, but they’ve always worked great for me. They fit perfectly in my ears, sound good enough, they’re free, and I like the white. Having something fit, out of the box, is such a pleasant surprise. I’m never the default, except when it comes to my ear canal shape apparently.

My only complaint is that they don’t hold up that well. They get dirty, the cords wear easily and I’ve blown out a pair or two running. I’m guessing people don’t talk about this much since they usually just tossed into a drawer shortly after the iPod/iPhone purchase. So, I’m asking, anyone who’s immediately (ear wax is sort of a personal thing) replaced their iPhone headphones with a third party option and wouldn’t mind donating them to me I’d happily take them off your hands. If you’re not local I’ll happily pay for the shipping. I’m just looking for a pair or two so I’ve got a backup.

White buds rule.

Comments add your verse

01
Sara Flemming

Got a spare, they’re yours as soon as I get home. (:

02
Jorge Quinteros

I agree with all the reasons mentioned as to why most iPhone user simply hate the ubiquitous white earbuds. Yeah, they do get dingy fairly quickly but my biggest complaint is that they tend to fall off very easily, especially when becoming active. For that reason, although rather expensive, I got myself the Bang & Olufsen EarSet 3 straight from the Apple store. They curl around your ears perfectly. I highly recommend.

03
Tom Watson

@Sara Flemming Thanks! It looks like Josh might have an extra pair for me too.

@Jorge Quinteros I’ll check them out but the white earbuds have fit me great for years. I figure I might as well enjoy the free ones if they work for me.

04
Michael Montgomery

Exactly right. I like the default buds too, and also found them less than enduring. The outer cushiony ring just wore off.

Anyway, enjoying a pair of Philips “around back of your neck” for the moment…

05
Daniel

Try these:

http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.13244

I got a pair of those, and you can almost not tell the difference. If anything, the sound is better in these and I believe the cord is a bit longer. Cant beat the price either… includes free shipping worldwide!

06
Steve Ercolini

I just got a brand new pair with my new 3G. If you need ‘em they are yours. If not, I will hold onto them in case mine crap out. Let me know.

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Entry Summary

A plea for free headphones. Hey, if you’re not using them, you might as well send them to someone who will.

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apple, design, headphones, request, white

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