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Five years from their initial application, the “In-ear health monitoring” invention filed by former Google Engineers Jeffrey L. Rogers and Brian Derek DeBusschere on March 23, 2015, which aims for the early detection of contagious diseases, is now in its active status. This application was spearheaded by Jeffrey L. Rogers, former Google Director of Engineering and now IBM’s Global Research Leader, Distinguished Research Staff Member, and Senior Manager. Another proponent was also former Google Engineer Brian Derek DeBusschere who is now working for the Verily Life Sciences....

The Tennmak Pro is a FANTASTIC IEM for the price and punches well above their price point, but it was time I invested in my mobile setup. Before we dive into the sound review, I do want to talk about the build quality. Build Quality As with all Campfire Audio’s (CA) products, the CA Orion is built to perfection and feels very significant in the hand. The included litz cable feels like quality, looks great, and is an appropriate length for a mobile MMCX cable....

Single dynamic driver flagships are making a comeback, and Dunu’s Zen Pro are the latest entry into the crowded market. The Zen Pro, as the Pro moniker suggests, are intended as an improved version of the original Dunu Zen (now discontinued). For the Zen Pro, Dunu has altered the housing color and changed the stock cable to a more pliable one. Moreover, they re-engineered the magnet system and re-tuned the driver....

You know lions, and so do I. These royal cats firmly believe in the circle of life, that every being has its place in nature. At least, that’s what Disney told me. We see this manifest in bands too, especially those with larger-than-life members. Band starts from humble beginnings, band achieves success, star of the band emerges as breakout solo artist, rest of the band continues on their own or splits....

Final Audio is a renowned Japanese IEM and headphone maker. They have some well-received IEMs in their bullet-shaped E series line-up, with gems such as the E500, E1000, E2000, E4000, E5000, and today’s E3000. Are the E3000 an aptly named Final Fantasy for IEM lovers? Read on to find out! Company Overview Final Audio was formed in 2007, originally as a subsidiary of American brand Molex. They branched off to be independent in 2014 and have not looked back since....

We here at Headphonesty pride ourselves in delivering reviews of the hottest and newest headphones, IEMs, and all the related gear on the market. So why on earth are we reviewing a Bluetooth cable that was released almost 2 years ago? Because it was priced at $200. Then it dropped to a better deal at $120. Now? Now the Shure RMCE-BT2 is $49 and a no-brainer. Perhaps a little backstory is in order....

Dear anime fans, are you looking for a female anime character who wears a pair of headphones but struggle to remember the name? Fret not! We have compiled a mega-list of 24 best anime girls that wore headphones! Read on and be enlightened. 1. Saori Himemiya Anime: Sakura-sou No Pet Na Kanojo Sakura-sou No Pet Na Kanojo, which is based on a light novel series written by Hajime Kamoshida, centers on Sorata Kanda, a student at Suiko, and his life in the Sakura Dormitory, where he stayed after being kicked out from the regular dorm for keeping a stray cat....

The sound of a hairbrush running through hair, fingernails tapping on wood, or feathers rustling in the air. The sounds that these objects make may seem inconsequential, but for a lot of people, these sounds can trigger a euphoric experience. Even celebrities like Cardi B and Nina Dobrev are jumping into the bandwagon by creating their own tingle-inducing videos. In this article, you’ll learn: what this phenomenon called ASMR is, how it works, and what people feel when they watch ASMR videos the most common triggers that stimulate ASMR what detail in sound means and why it’s important to consider when buying headphones for ASMR how to use an equalizer to make an ASMR video sound better the different headphone form factors and the best ones for listening to ASMR the differences between closed-back and open-back headphones and their effect on ASMR videos how noise-canceling headphones help make listening to ASMR videos better...

After months of savings, you decided to splurge on a pair of high-end headphones. But, much to your disappointment, the sound quality was far worse than you had hoped. You did more readings and found that your headphones have a high impedance. Impedance measures how something resists electric flow. (Often measured in OHMS Ω.) High impedance requires more power to power up headphones to a reasonable volume. Your laptop or phone’s amplifier will not have enough power for high-impedance headphones....

Logitech’s PRO Series are a line of peripherals designed to be the best gear to support top esport pro players worldwide. Since establishing itself in 2016, the PRO Series features multiple mice, keyboards, and headsets. Included in this lineup are the Logitech G PRO X headset that we will look at today. After getting my hands on the Logitech G PRO X League of Legends edition, I really wanted to know if they are good enough to be considered a ‘professional’ headset?...

Losing the AirPods case can make anyone panic, especially your AirPods will virtually be useless without it. Aside from charging, your AirPods case is needed to reset and pair your AirPods. Unfortunately, losing the AirPods case is one of the most common things every AirPods owner will experience at some point. So much so that Apple earned up to $700 million worth of replacement AirPods and cases sales in 2019....

Just like any headphone brand, Bose headphones aren’t immune to damage, unstable connection, audio problems, or other issues that can affect your overall listening experience. Some issues can even seem so severe that you believe the only remedy is to get them replaced, especially if they’re still under warranty. But, what if they’re no longer covered by Bose’s warranty? Does this mean it’s time to throw them in the trash?...

Using headphones with your PS4 can add to an immersive gameplaying experience. But unfortunately, some PS4 compatibility issues can make connecting your headset harder than you’d expect. What’s worse is that sometimes, using headphones is your only option. This is especially true if you want to have a late-night game session without waking everyone in the house. Not to mention, if you can’t join your team via game chat because you don’t have a working headset mic, you might feel left out....

Do you long for the days when you were able to hang out while listening to all your favorite music? Maybe you’ve tried doing so remotely, doing your best to hit play on a song at the exact same time. It isn’t easy to get the timing right! Thankfully, there are a number of software and apps available to help you listen to music with your friends online – you just have to find the best one....

In this tutorial, I will show you how to alter the way the Philips SHP9500 look and sound, while also enhancing their comfort, and changing them to a more closed-back design. I got the inspiration for this idea from a YouTuber named Maxime S. Since my early teens, I have been obsessed with different types of audio gear and have tried out many styles of headphones. I quickly figured out my preference for over-ears....

Enjoyment is immeasurable. I can’t tell you how much I like something, I just do, case closed. Some hobbies , however, have an element of snobbery in them, especially when subjectivity comes into play. People will claim all kinds of things to lord over you. They can detect the crisp pineapple notes in their coffee, smell all 3 layers of a perfume, and have such developed hearing, they can hear a fly sneeze....

The internet ensures we’re all constantly distracted by the latest shiny thing, from this year’s smartphones to the latest big-screen TVs, and yes, to headphones. With technology forever improving, there’s no doubt that new materials and construction techniques continue to drive innovation and push the boundaries of audio reproduction. But does that mean that what went before is consigned to the e-waste scrapheap? Not at all! In this review we’re going retro and taking a look at an enduring classic from Sennheiser that was introduced in 2003 and continues to hold its own to this day, giving many newer headphones a run for their money....

Have you ever wanted to solder or customize a pair of IEMs, but you do not have required DIY skills? Have you ever wanted to tune your own IEMs to your heart’s content, but do not have the necessary tools? Enter the Smabat Proto 1.0. The Proto feature an innovative modular plug-and-play concept. Included is an array of bass and treble dampers to attach to the Proto’s shell, and one can purchase different replacement drivers....

Every journey has its ups and downs, its twists and turns, and it’s often said that the journey has more value to us than the destination. And so it is with the audiophile’s journey. For all the talk of ‘endgame’ audio components, the truth is that there’s always something new around the corner that can challenge our definition of audible bliss. That’s all part of the fun: hearing something new in our favorite recordings and finding a closer emotional connection to our music....

What is a 3M VHB Tape? The 3M VHB Tape is a two-sided adhesive tape produced by 3M. VHB stands for “Very High Bond”. As the name implies, it is a double sided tape with industrial strength. 3M has a catalog of VHB tapes that can suit different needs – from clear double-sided tapes to heavy-duty double-sided tapes for cars that are able to withstand extreme heat and cold. This incredible piece of invention is also a popular solution for applications where aesthetics are important....