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Sto-Fen Omni-Bounce for the Canon 580EX Flash Description:

The Omni-Bounce creates a Diffused Bare Bulb Effect. Giving even coverage across the entire frame, with lenses from 15mm to 200mm in the 35mm format. (And equal in other formats as well.) The Omni-Bounce is easy to use and goes onto and off of your flash in seconds with custom fitting, except UNI, and No Velcro. Designed for years of service with out the bulk of some other Diffusers, it is small enough to fit easily into your gadget bag or pocket.

• Brand: Sto-Fen
• Model: OM-EY
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: .5 pounds

Features

• Can be used on the Canon EOS Canon Rebel XT,400D Nikon D40, Olympus E400, E410, E500 Pentax K100Ds

Customer Reviews:

Simple yet effective
This seemingly simple piece of molded plastic was recommended to me by a professional photographer. Basically it’s the shape of an open box that slides firmly onto the flash. It is small and sturdy enough to stash in your camera bag without worrying about damage. When used the light disperses more evenly and is less harsh on the subject being photographed.

The white box is for general use. Also available are the green Omni-bounce for florescent lighting and the gold Omni-bounce for a warming effect.

PROS:
Inexpensive solution for better flash photography.
A quality product that works.

CONS:
None

Works are advertised
…in that it diffuses the light energy of the flash in different directions, essentially turning the flash into a point light source. The light going off in different directions then bounces off nearby objects to fill in the shadow areas on the subject, making for a more pleasing softer look, especially on people.

Note of caution: because this device diffuses the light from the flash, it takes much more energy per flash. Using the Stofen will drain your battery much quicker (about 4X in my experience) and it takes the flash much longer to fully charge after each shot, say 8-10 seconds vs 2-3s. Always keep a spare set of flash batteries with you.

Another note…because it requires bouncing light of nearby objects to be effective, using this outdoors is not recommended. You’re better off removing the omni-bounce and aiming the flash directly at the subject (and living with the harsh lighting).

Diffused Light Is Usually More Flattering
I use this little gadget mainly for macro and portrait work. When you have it on the light emitting from the flash is diffused which gives you a more flattering less contrasty light to illuminate your subjects with. Unless you are going for a very shadowy, high-contrast, image this diffuser can save the day. It is very light weight and easy to pack in small places, so you should never have a good reason to leave it behind. Sometimes it is the simple things that make the biggest difference in a photo, and using this can defiantly make very noticeable differences.

Plantronics Voyager 510 Bluetooth Headset Retail Packaging Description:

Simplify your communications! The lightweight and versatile Plantronics® Voyager 510 Bluetooth® Headset delivers all-day wearing comfort, clearer voice transmission and superior sound quality. With exclusive Multipoint Technology, your headset seamlessly transforms into a powerful communication solution for up to two Bluetooth devices. It’s right here- Wherever, Whenever, Wireless.

• Amazon Sales Rank: #18 in Cell Phone Accessories
• Color: Black and Silver
• Brand: Plantronics
• Model: VOYAGER 510
• Original language: English
• Dimensions: .80″ h x 2.50″ w x 4.00″ l, .39 pounds

Features

• Windsmart Technology allows you to seamlessly switch between two Bluetooth® devices
• Noise-canceling microphone for superior sound quality
• Up to 6 hours talk time and up to 100 hours standby time
• One-touch call answer/end, last number redial and voice activated dialing
• Compatible with Bluetooth devices supporting the headset or hands-free profile

Customer Reviews:

WORKS GREAT!!!
What a sigh of relief. After purchasing the Motorola HS850 and having a horrible experience (see my review), I thought Bluetooth technology was a lost cause. However, based on many reviews I saw right here about the Voyager 510, I decided to try it one more time and bingo, just what I was looking for. So first the negatives for the skeptics like myself:
1. The 510 is bulkier than the Motorola HS850 and does not fold up to easily fit in your pocket. I am afraid that I will brake it at times, but it has held up to mild abuse in my pocket.
2. It is difficult at times to get on your ear. It is very flexible, which makes for added comfort, but makes it difficult to position on your ear initially.
3. The power button is very difficult to use when the headset is on your ear. This is a huge drawback, especially since it is difficult to get on your ear. This is such a pain that I dropped my rating from a 5 star to 4 star. There has been a few times that I forgot to turn the device on before placing it on my ear and I have to take it off to turn it on because the power button is difficult to find and push.
4. The device is not too sexy, but I could care less because I was looking for utility not a piece of jewelry. For those of you who do care, it doesn’t look as good as the HS850. However, a piece of advice, you don’t need to put the sponge over the mic. It looks much better if you just install the ear piece but keep the mic bare.

As you can tell by my 4 stars, the positives far outweigh the negatives:
1. It works! I can hear everyone clearly and they can hear me, even if I am driving. I haven’t tried it in the airport yet, but it has worked superbly in all the other environments in which I daily encounter noise including walking around in the city. This is totally opposite my experience with the HS850.
2. It was relatively easy to program to my phone.
3. Although heavier and bulkier than the HS850, it is much more comfortable on my ear and stays in place as I walk. The HS850 tended to dangle and not stay in place.
4. It is easy to answer and hang-up a call with just a press of the button on the side of the headset.
5. Great battery life that last longer than the talk time on my phone.
6. 3 different ear pieces that are each shaped differently are included, so you can get the right fit for you. I found one that fit my ear great and I can hear crystal clear with it.
7. And let me stress again that I have not had anyone complain that they could not hear me and I can hear others as if I have a wired headset. This headset is truly great if you are looking for a device that works with a Blackberry.

And that is the word of D Critique!

Comparative Review
Use Update:

I had the mic on the Voyager 510 crap out on me in November. I used Plantronic’s website to e-mail the problem and the service tech gave some ideas for fixes. After none of the fixes worked, I returned the product and they replaced it with a brand new one for free. I beat this thing up for several hours a day, so while I wasn’t pleased about the mic dying, I was very pleased with the Plantronics service. After sending my old headset in, I had a new one within a week.

Original Review

This is a review of the Plantronics Voyager 510 based on my comparative experience with this headset against a Motorola H500 - possibly the most popular headset out there. It was/is being used with a Motorola E815 cell phone on the Verizon Wireless network. I am on the cell phone for business over 1000 minutes per month.

Comfort:
I’ve seen a few reviews where this headset is less comfortable. Compared to the Motorola H500, I think it’s much more comfortable as it’s more flexible (doesn’t look like it in the pictures though). The grasp of the ear clip is not as strong, and that means it might feel a bit less secure on your ear, but it’s also wearable for long periods of time. The Motorola H500 was tight enough on my ear that after 30 minutes, the pressure on the back of my ear was painful - not good when conference calls are usually over 30 minutes long. Additionally, with 3 sizes for the ear-piece, once I got the correct size attached to the Voyager 510, it helped make the whole set fit more snugly and securely.

Listening Quality:
With the Motorola H500, major static was present even with the phone held right next to the headset. None of that is present with the Plantronics Voyager 510. I should note that in terms of volume, the Voyager was significantly less loud until I got the right ear piece in. Not that the ear piece is snug (and not a few millimeters away from my ear) I can hear just fine. As the Motorola comes with a single ear piece, I never got it quite so dialed in.

Transmission Quality:
Often people who I called complained about the incredibly bad quality of my signal with the Motorola H500. When I was in a perfectly silent room, the H500 was ok. When in the car, it was almost totally unsuable if I had to speak. I’m not sure if the Plantronics noise reduction really works, but people don’t complain about my voice quality, and I certainly don’t have to yell to be heard.

People noted that they received me louder with the Motorola, but were happier with the Plantronics as I didn’t cut in and out.

Range:
Range was poor on the Motorola. If I had the phone clipped to the belt and the H500 on the opposite ear (so my body was between the phone and headset), the reception would cut in and out. If I walked more than 10 feet away from the phone, the H500 would cut in and out. With the Plantronics, I can walk up to 20 feet away without problems. The only issue is if there is a wall between the phone and the Plantronics. Otherwise reception and range are much better than the H500.

Controls:
Yes - everyone is right about the on/off button being poorly placed and not user friendly on the Plantronics Voyager 510. That said, I don’t use it anyway in favor of just controlling functions from the phone. The only headset functions I use on the headset are increasing the volume control which works well and easily. One nice feature of the Plantronics is the ability to switch a call back to the phone. This was not available on the Motorola. User friendly controls go to the Motorola in this case, but just barely because of the way I personally use the headset.

Overall I obviously am keeping the Plantronics. It’s larger than the Motorola by far and less stable on the ear. However, it’s more comfortable, has much better reception and transmission quality. 2 thumbs up!!

Downfall
I bought this exact model of Bluetooth headset a couple of years ago, and it was excellent. When it died on me, I ordered another one, but to my great disappointment, Plantronics changed the design of the microphone. The result is that your voice is muffled to the point where people have trouble understanding what you’re saying, especially if you’re driving a car, since the noise reduction has suffered as well. Plantronics effectively broke this device when they changed the design.

I can no longer recommend this headset.

UPDATE:

Since writing the above, I have come into possession of another, identical headset, which actually works well. After examining other reviews, it seems that the problem is rather a number of ‘lemons’ floating around in the supply chain, which are not extracted from the batch offered to consumers in a timely manner. Be aware of this, and be prepared to return your purchase as defective if you are not satisfied with its performance.

Amazon.com Product Description
For the ultimate in wireless freedom, look no further than the Plantronics Voyager 510 Bluetooth headset, which represents a generational leap in Bluetooth headset technology. It’s comfortable and light enough for all day wear, and it offers unprecedented clarity and sound quality. These are great features, but the real revolution involves Plantronics’ exclusive Multipoint technology, which allows the headset to function as a powerful communication solution for up to two Bluetooth devices.

With Multipoint technology you can switch between your voice-enabled Bluetooth mobile phone, PDA or laptop. The headset’s “smart” technology knows which device you are using and allows you to take calls from any device at the touch of a button. With the optional Plantronics Bluetooth Deskphone Adapter you can even switch between your office phone and your Bluetooth mobile phone. You’ll never need to use a dedicated “landline” phone headset again.

The 510 features WindSmart technology, which enhances call clarity in windy environments (i.e., car with window/roof open, air conditioning on, outside with breeze), and it folds for easy storage. The boom also swivels for perfect positioning on either ear. One-touch call control buttons are placed for easy access, and you can easily redial the last number dialed and initiate voice-activated calls from the headset. Because the 510 is Bluetooth-enabled (it supports the Bluetooth 1.2 specification) you can roam up to 33 feet from your Bluetooth device. Meanwhile, the 510 supports adaptive frequency hopping (AFH) which helps avoid interference from Wi-Fi networks. Ample talk time is provided by the built-in rechargeable battery; you’ll get up to 6 hours talk time and up to 100 hours of standby time.

Specifications

• Talk time: Up to 6 hours
• Standby time: Up to 100 hours
• Bluetooth version: 1.2 (supports headset and hands-free profiles)
• Wearing style: Over-the-ear; boom swivels for wearing on either ear
• Headset controls: Volume, mute, call answer/end, voice-activated dialing (must be supported by your phone)
• Adaptive Frequency Hopping: Yes (helps to avoid interference for co-existence with Wi-Fi/WLAN)
• Supports analog and digital office phones: Yes

JBuds J2 Premium Hi-FI Noise Isolating Earbuds Pink Martini Description:

How can you make the #1 best-selling earbuds even better. Listen to your customers. The JLab engineering team took our customers feedback and ideas into the design lab and came out with a masterpiece: The JBuds J2. Building upon the legendary JBuds comfort and sound quality, we recrafted every component of the design to create a sleeker, more stylish earbud with devastating good looks, unbelievable sound quality, and ultra rugged durability. Looks to kill: Sleek, sexy lines, a smooth satin finish, and 12 show stopping color combinations take any MP3 player to the next level. Sound to thrill: A new, meticulously crafted sound chamber designed to perfectly resonate the wide range frequency response from our unparalleled Japanese cobalt drivers. You will enjoy a rich, dynamic soundstage that accentuates every detail of your music, with crisp, tight clarity and booming digital bass for every genre in your collection. Ultra rugged durability: The J2s incorporate thicker, premium quality cabling and heavy-duty flexible joints built to withstand rigorous daily use and carry you through the urban jungle without missing a beat. Generous 4.5 foot cable with Y-formation and ultra durable 24k gold plated jack for a premium lossless connection. Supreme comfort and noise isolation: Forget about those uncomfortable stock earphones that came with your mp3 player. The J2s sleek, smooth shape and 3 sizes of soft, silicone cushions ensure a perfect fit and seal inside your ears, providing sound isolation from exterior noises and allowing you to comfortably enjoy your music for as long as you like. Compatible with all portable audio devices and MP3 players, including all iPods (iPhone, iTouch, Nano, Video, Shuffle), portable gaming units (PSP, Nintendo DS), other mp3 players (Sansa, Zune, Sony, Creative), Laptops, CD players, DVD players, Radios, and MD. Recommended by CNET, MP3 dot com, and many others. Includes a full one-year warranty from JLab.

• Color: Pink Martini
• Brand: JLAB
• Model: JB2147
• Dimensions: 7.50″ h x 1.00″ w x 4.00″ l, .10 pounds

Features

• Premium sound quality, Compact size, Sleek design, and ultra rugged durability
• 3 sizes of soft silicone ear buds provide a super comfortable, noise reducing fit
• Rich, dynamic soundstage with crisp, tight clarity and booming digital bass.
• Works with every iPod, iTouch, iPhone, mp3 player, CD, portable DVD, PSP, Nintendo DS, MD, and Laptop
• Goldplated 3.5 mm audio jack for premium, no-loss sound connection to your audio device.

Customer Reviews:

jBuds are Ear Buddies
These were my fourth pair of earbuds and the most impressive I’ve owned. The wiring and connections are solid and reinforced. I’ve replaced earbuds when the wiring breaks or the sound volume becomes unequal.

I’m hard on earbuds. My workday starts late in the morning and lasts until late in the evening. I need to still be asleep when the gardeners come with their leaf blowers and weed whackers. Earbuds serve a dual purpose: they keep sound out and give me pleasant sounds to sleep by. Being a bit of an insomniac, my MP3 player helps me to fall asleep each night as well. This is tough on earphones.

I’m impressed with the construction of these buds. Stress points are well reinforced and unlikely to fail. But ruggedness isn’t the primary reason for buying phones … sound quality is.

These are second to none when it comes to sound quality. Bass is solid with no distortion. The midrange and highs are crisp and clear. I’ve listened to everything from hip-hop to classical and they have provided a superior listening experience.

The worst feature of these phones is that they have a straight plug into the media player instead of an angled plug. This makes it easier to accidently unplug the phones. At worst, a minor drawback. Also, the barrel of the buds is a bid longer than others. At first I thought this would be a problem with lying on a pillow, but it hasn’t disturbed me at all.

These utterly dominate all the other earbuds I’ve owned, both in terms of construction quality and in terms of sound. Buy a pair with confidence - you can’t go wrong.

Good Step Up From Apple Earbuds
As Apple headphone replacements, these are very good headphones. Purely on an audio basis, these leave a lot to be desired, highs are muted.

September 10, 2009 Update: Wow JLabs continues to be amazing. In the middle of the summer, the audio jack separated from the headphone wires. Essentially making the headphones useless. They got a ton of play by my son who loved the design. A few emails to JLabs and no response. After a month or so and a few emails, I gave up. Oh well, go buy some new headphones, and call it a day. Well this past week I got an email saying they were sorry about not responding. Another email back with no intention that they would respond. Oh my goodness was I wrong this evening. They are standing behind these broken headphones and sending me a replacement. There’s another little bonus as a great good will gesture. These guys just amaze me. There is also a letter of apology by the owner of JLabs explaining what happened. A rough customer service moment for warranty repairs; and they appear to be back on track beautifully.
September 19, 2009 Update: replacement earphones have arrived. They included a nice vinyl JLabs zipper case for the headphones, and a speaker surprise. So Jlabs did make right on this problem.

Nov. 27 update: JLabs is a very impressive company. They posted a comment to this review and suggested that I burn in the headphones. That is very good advice - sometimes it does take 24 hours or a week or two to free up a speaker and get it to sound optimal. So I ran my iPod for 24 hours, played 394 songs at medium volume (no I didn’t listen that whole time). My particular sample improved somewhat, but the highs are still muted (reran the same tests). Clearer now, but still not the fabulous sound I’ve read about in so many other reviews. They can be brought into line with a large amount of high Hz equalizer.

Sorry guys - customer service, JLab gets 5,000 stars for caring so much. Design and look, they get a solid 5 stars. Comfort, 5 stars. It’s just that all those things go away when they are in my ears and I’m listening, they are 3 star headphones. It’s possible I have the 1 in 1,000,000 lower quality sample. They still can’t be beat as upgrades from the standard earbuds that come with most players.

Back to the original review:

The good. These headphones are comfortable to wear. The ear bud material is soft and fits mosts ears well (there’s three different sizes, typical of all in ear headphones). They stay in your ear well. Not recommended for the active person, but they won’t fall out while you walk. The headphones are low profile, so if you are laying on a pillow they don’t fall out or poke harder into your ear. The construction looks decent, they have a nice solid feel to them. The wires are fairly thin, but they look like they will survive. The jack is a straight one. It appears to be a little extra long, so it might fit an original iPhone.

Isolation - it works well. Anyone moving up from Apple earbuds will be stunned at how quiet these phones isolate the world. You’ll be a bit surprised at hearing yourself swallow and breathe. It’s the same for all passive isolating in ear headphones. These are no exception, and are not really any better than others at isolation.

The bad. Audio quality. Highs are muted pretty badly. Bass is decent, you should never expect an in ear headphone to rattle or vibrate. These headphones dig fairly deep into the bass. Midrange is decent, voices sound fairly good. Where these really fall flat, the high range. They have virtually no treble to speak of.

My testing. I tried these headphones connected to a Nokia N95-3 cell phone, an iPod (5th gen), a portable DVD player, and Logitech Z-10 computer speakers. I listened to a variety of programs, video games, comedy video, movies, and music. In all cases the highs were definately missing. My reference headphones are Shure E3c’s, yes they cost 4 times the price of these (list price), but they are a reference point. I also compared to Apple’s earbuds.

Movie viewing: Hancock - John Lee Hooker’s opening song and the solo cello music later in the movie all were muted, but had good low tones. Dialog was clear. The explosions were clear. Imaging (the sense of where a sound is coming from) is really poor, most of the sound appered to be coming from the middle of my head. Not a bad headphone for movies.

Music: Garbage - Shirley Manson’s voice was not clear and crisp. The band actually sounded separated from her singing (something not heard with the Shures). High guitar notes were muddled. Beth Orton, Central Reservation, I heard similar problems.

Cell Phone: my Nokia has a bit of a hiss whenever music or videos play. It’s almost annoying with my Shure headphones. The JBuds did a good job masking that hiss. So as a cell phone headphone for listening only, these aren’t bad.

I like the look, feel, and construction of the JBuds. Wish I could say that the sound quality was equally great. I won’t retire my Shure headphones.

J2s are OK, but there are better out there
I compared these J2 earbuds directly with a pair of Sennheiser CX300 Earbuds that I bought and reviewed here on Amazon last year. I played some Ella Fitzgerald, Acoustic Alchemy and Brian Culbertson. I immediately noticed a difference in sound. The Sennheisers had more ‘presence’ — the highs were clearer and the vocal range (around 1000kH) was brighter and more natural. The J2s sounded a bit muddy or muffled in comparison.

That said though, listening is a very subjective experience. I listen for natural sounding vocals and acoustic instruments. I like a ‘live’ sound and not overdone or muddy bass. Just to get a different perspective, I did the same music test with my 14 year old son and his two friends. I played for them Life in the Fast Lane by the Eagles and let them switch between the two earbud sets. They hands-down chose the J2s over the Sennheisers. So much for my opinion.

I think I’d conclude that if you like bass-heavier, mid-range type music - maybe genres like rock, hip-hop, alternative, techno - then these J2s would work fine for you. If you tend to be fussy about equalizer settings, like to hear a clear soundstage and presence, and critical listening to music is important to you, then I would shop around some more, or at least compare these earbuds to others in the same price range.

From the Manufacturer

The Next Generation in Portable Audio: JLab 2.0

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Junction view - View realistic images of upcoming junctions where available Map data is provided by NAVTEQ Bluetooth wireless technology, enables hands-free calling with a compatible phone ecoRoute - Drivers can view suggestions for fuel-efficient navigation, conserving both money and fuel Speed limit indicator - unit displays speed limits for most major roads Public transit - Navigate using buses, tramway, metro and suburban rail systems with optional CityXplorer content. Download at garmin website. Where Am I? feature - Find closest hospitals, police stations, gas stations, nearest address, intersection and coordinates Bright 4.3 diagonal color display; 480 x 272 pixels; WQVGA TFT display with white backlight Trip computer records mileage, max speed, total time Built-in travel kit includes picture viewer, world clock, currency and measurement converters and calculator MicroSD memory card slot Offers 3-D mapping, or 2-D overhead view Dimensions - 4.8W x 2.9H x 0.6D; Weight - 5.7 ounces Built-in lithium- Amazon Sales Rank: #208 in Consumer Electronics Brand: Garmin Model: 010-00782-02 Dimensions: 2.90″ h x .60″ w x 4.80″ l, .30 pounds Display size: 4.3 Features Widescreen ultra-slim GPS design with 4.3-inch WQVGA touchscreen display; interface features improved graphics and a new slide control for menu operation Pre-loaded with City Navigtor NT maps for North America, including more than 6 million points of interest Bluetooth wireless technology enables hands-free calling with a compatible phone; included traffic receiver provides North America traffic information Public transit mode allows you to navigate using buses, tramway, metro, and suburban rail systems; Pedestrian navigation capability enabled through optional CityXplorer maps NOTE: Model number on the box is 1390T because the traffic receiver is included; however, the model number on the device itself is 1390 as the “T” in 1390T refers to the additional component Customer Reviews: great gps, some flaws i read a bunch of reviews on different models before i ultimately chose the 1390t. when it came down to the wire it was a hard choice between the 765t and the 1390t. The main difference I would like to point out is the charger. the 765t uses a mount charger, while the 1390t uses a micro usb fed directly into the unit. some users like the fact they dont have to unhook the charger when dismounting the unit(765t). like i said personal preference. oh and also no mp3 playback, fm tuner or multipoint point destination. 765t has all those. real world test of features user interface: so easy a caveman can do it. garmin definitely has the other brands beat when it comes to UI. i liked the feature set for price in the tomtom 940t, but the UI just looks so primitive. They need a major rehaul of that. the 1390t always gave precise directions without causing confusion. there was no lagging either. being able to update the ETA to total distance is a huge plus. almost always gave me the local speed limit. your speed turns red if you’re speeding. bluetooth: i was actually rather impressed with the bluetooth. it was easy to sync with my blackberry 8800(dinosaur phone i know). i had to speak a little louder than normal conversation. this is mostly because you’re talking to the unit from 1.5 feet away. if the mic was more sensitive it would pick up more background noise. call quality was good on the other end. my friend couldn’t hear the road in the background. lane assist: i like the fact that it shows you all available lanes that you can take. it almost always did lane assist where available. junction view with photo realistic pictures never showed. i drove on the grand central, LIE, northern state, southern state, belt parkway, cross island. these are all major highways in the long island queens area. maybe it only does interstate highways. who knows. i was really disappointed when i didnt see the 3d simulation at all. traffic alert: the ads are unobtrusive and don’t show up while you’re driving. traffic reporting was pretty accurate when it did have reception. i never tried any alternate traffic routes. the traffic map shows where the traffic begins and ends and your location. new thinnest model of all time: don’t make this the deciding factor for you. although the unit is 25% thinner than most other garmins, it’s really not a big deal. the other garmins (200 and 700 series) were thin to begin with. POI: for some reason when i looked for a mcdonalds or bk it would show everything but the closest location. i only used POIs 3-4 times. random: i don’t know why other people were complaining about speaker volume. i put it on a 100% thinking that it was going have weak speakers. i assure you, def not the case. it was practically yelling at me at 100%. cons: no fm tuner, no multipoint destinations. you can have a via point though. price is a bit high. i paid 280 including tax for the unit. i think $200 wouldve been a more reasonable price. conclusion: if you wants all the bells and whistles go for this model or the 765t. if you just need a simple gps get a 200 series. theyre a lot cheaper. all in all great gps. 4.0/5.0. if you want a full list of features with pics check out […]. theyre affiliated with amazon, so take that for what you will. ***edit** 2 months later: 3/5 instead of 4/5 for ratings. 1)I use this device on the road every day now. I’ve driven all over queens, manhattan, and Long Island. One thing I found incredibly annoying is how it kept taking me off a highway only to remerge with it 2 exits later. It certainly was not the faster route to be following the gps’ advice in these instances. 2)Another major gripe I had was the constant recalculation. I would follow its directions and it would say recalculating. When making critical turns that are close by, this can get really annoying. I don’t know if this is a problem with my model or gpses in general or just garmin, but something needs to be fixed. 3) The suction keeps falling off the window. It may be because of the cold temperature. It recently dropped to the 40deg F. My friend uses a magellan (old non-widescreen 2-d version) on the same vehicle and her mount stays. 4)One thing I have to admit I absolutely love is lane assist. You really appreciate it when switching to different highways. It definitely is all it’s cracked out to be. However, The 3-D sign simulation(lane guidance) is just a marketing gimmick(at least I think so). Not worth paying the extra $$$. Lane assist is more practical and worthwhile. I know this edit may have confused customers on future purchases, but READ OTHER REVIEWS to see if the problems I’ve had are common in all devices or just this one. Great GPS! No complaints. Just bought this GPS from Amazon and I’m having no problems with it at all. No sure why others have a problem with the speaker but it sounds fine to me. I bought this to replace my Nuvi 350 and it’s a major upgrade. The menus are much nicer and I like the Speed Limit display. I did have a little trouble with the bluetooth. After pairing my iPhone the “Phone” icon disappeared from my GPS. It didn’t seem to recognize my iPhone anymore. I went to the Garmin website, downloaded the 2.70 upgraded software for this unit (which has fixes for the speaker and bluetooth), did the pairing again, and now it works fine. I would definitely recommend this unit. Anyone who’s having problems should download the latest software for this GPS from the Garmin website. Absolutely love it! I purchased this GPS recently. I had used an older Garmin for 2 weeks and I had liked it. I did not have time to do much research on this product but after reading a few reviews, I knew that Garmin is the manufacturer of choice for Aviation GPS(s). Once I knew that, I stpped researching and simply placed the order. I had to drive from NY to FL a week after placing the order and Amazon replied with an order confirmation email stating that I will be receiveing the GPS device in about 1 month from the time I had placed the order. Panic moment, sepecially as I had specified and payed for 2-day express delivery of the product. My travel plans were all in the air from the moment I received the Amazon order confirmation email. I quickly sent an email to Amazon Customer Service (at 2-3AM), to ensure they have the item in stock and that they’ll ship ASAP. Amazon Customer Service reacted within minutes and was very very efficient in taking care of things. They even excusesed themselved for the automatic email I had received, which had the wrong date. I very much appreciate the Amazon Customer Service. In the past they have heped me just as promptly as they did with this order. Amazon is very much on top of everything!!! Efficient and fast and best! I was able to use the GPS successfully from my very first attempt. The first time I used it, I drove 1000 mi in 2 days. (It is totally fool proof! or as they call it in marketing “It’s very user friendly.”) I also helped a lost trucker find his route with my GPS and I reached destination safely myself. Not one single wrong exit, Garmin GPS gives instructions well head, with sufficient time to react to the instruction at the speed you drive at. It indicates lane change, exits, well before you have to actually do it, thus giving you sufficient time to navigate the immediately surrounding traffic and follow the instructions in a very safe manner. I have been using the GPS for 2 months now, daily and I absolutely love it. I have used the GPS with a NEON car, which is known for it’s loud engine at high speeds. I drove the NEON at 80-90-110 mph and had the GPS volume at 80%. I could hear it loud and clear! I have no idea what other reviewers are talking about, when they say that they cannot hear the GPS. If the person has a hearing problem and is driving a tractor, then it is possible that they could not hear the GPS voice feature, indeed. But I one could hear it very LOUD AND CLEAR. In the city I am using it at only 50% volume, with music on and it’s still very loud. I like the size. The screen is large enough, yet not too heavy to have in the purse. You can charge it once every 2 days without always needing to have the charging cable with you. It has a feature that enables you to set AVOIDANCES: for example Highway if you want to drive off the highway at all times. It includes a calculator, a currency convertor, world clock, etc. It allows you to zoom in / out and re-center the map by screen-touch, just like you can grab the google maps and move it along the computer screen. You can use your finger and move the map across the screen of the GPS. It has an ecoRoute feature, which comes with an “eco challenge” feature that measures how smoothly you accelerate / decelerate and it rates you. The smoother you drive, the less fuel you use, and the higher the score you get is. Pretty cool, huh?! After you have saved a few addresses already, it will mark them on the map with relevant icons - a dollar bill for a bank, a tumb tag for an address, a pump for a gass station, etc. I had it out in the rain for a few moments and the equipment is very well built, nothing happened to it. There are a few other features, which I haven’t got to use yet, but I’m sure it’s all useful and practical. I have been driving a lot recently and this GPS was money very well spent. I hope this helps! Happy shopping. Amazon.com Product Description Amazon.com Product DescriptionThe Garmin 1390T GPS navigator with Bluetooth and included Traffic Receiver features a widescreen, ultra-slim design (approximately 25% thinner than previous models), enhanced user interface, ecoRoute, public transit mode, and text-to-speech on all models. The nuvi 1300 series are the first nuvi devices to offer pedestrian navigation capability enabled through optional CityXplorer maps, which are available for select tourist destinations in North America and Europe and can easily be downloaded directly to the nuvi. The nuvi’s enhanced user interface features improved graphics and a new slide control for menu operation, while ecoRoute suggests fuel-efficient routes to save drivers money and fuel. Also, Garmin’s new public transit mode allows you to navigate using buses, tramway, metro, and suburban rail systems. Pre-loaded with City Navigator North America NT. An ultra-thin GPS navigator with great Garmin features like CityXplorer and ecoRoute. Click to enlarge. Just over a half-inch thick with a 4.3-inch widescreen display. Click to enlarge. Easy-to-use touchscreen interface. Click to enlarge. Garmin greets you with two simple questions: “Where to?” and “View Map.” This screen is central to every navigation function and route-planning tool. Simply plug and play. Click to enlarge. The device announces the name of exits and streets so you never have to take your eyes off the road. Click to enlarge. Thin New Design The nuvi units are just over a half-inch thick and weigh only 5.7 ounces, which means they’ll fit easily into your pocket and can be taken just about anywhere. Bluetooth Wireless Technology The 1390T enables calling with a compatible phone, giving you a completely hands-free mobile phone experience. Broadcasts navigation and phone calls through your car stereo. NAVTEQ Traffic Receiver Included The included traffic receiver provides North America traffic information to your 1390T. Using this data, your device alerts you to local traffic tie-ups and displays current traffic levels. The receiver also acts as an in-vehicle power charger. Traffic provided by NAVTEQ Traffic. Watch informational video Comprehensive, reliable nationwide coverage Accurate traffic flow speeds Unplanned incidents such as accidents and stalled vehicles Planned incidents such as road construction and closures Information about special and sports events and holidays that may affect traffic See More With nuvi 1390T’s widescreen display, you’ll always get the big picture. View map detail, driving directions, photos, and more in bright, brilliant color. Its sunlight-readable, 4.3-inch display is easy to read–from any direction. Easy-to-Use Touchscreen Interface One of Garmin’s core beliefs is to continually enhance the simplicity of the user experience. The nuvi on-screen menus are logically arranged, with clearly labeled, colorful icons, making it easy to enter data and get to the information you need quickly. Navigate with Ease nuvi 1390T comes ready to go right out of the box, with pre-loaded City Navigator North America NT street maps and millions of points of interest (POIs), such as hotels, restaurants, fuel stations, ATMs, and more, with map data provided by NAVTEQ, a world leader in premium-quality mapping. Enter a destination on the touchscreen, and nuvi takes you there with 2-D or 3-D maps and turn-by-turn voice directions. Text to speech enhances standard sat-nav voice guidance by speaking the names of places and roads. It even announces the name of exits and streets so you never have to take your eyes off the road. In addition, nuvi 1390T accepts custom points of interest, such as school zones and safety cameras, and lets you set proximity alerts to warn you of upcoming POIs. Travel North America With nearly 6 million points of interest and detailed road coverage for the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico, City Navigator North America NT delivers all the data you need to navigate North America. Displays nearly 6 million points of interest–hotels, restaurants, parking, entertainment, fuel, shopping, and more. Includes highways, interstates, business, and residential roads in metropolitan and rural areas. Includes such detailed information as turn restrictions, roundabout guidance, speed categories, and other navigation features. Gives turn-by-turn directions on your compatible Garmin device. Includes postal code support for Canada. Contains traffic data for compatible Garmin devices that use traffic receivers. Enhances pronunciation data for compatible Garmin devices that speak street names (example: “Turn right on Main Street”). Lane assist guides you to the correct lane for an approaching turn or exit, making unfamiliar intersections and exits easy to navigate. Click to enlarge. Junction View gives you a photo-realistic screen that shows you both the road detail as well as the signs as you will see them on the road. Click to enlarge. Know the Lane Before It’s Too Late No more guessing which lane you need to be in to make an upcoming turn. Lane assist guides you to the correct lane for an approaching turn or exit, making unfamiliar intersections and exits easy to navigate. It realistically displays road signs and junctions on your route along with arrows that indicate the proper lane for navigation. Junction View takes it a step further, giving you a photo-realistic screen that shows you both the road detail as well as the signs as you will see them on the road. Pedestrian Navigation With the Public Transit feature, you can navigate using buses, tramway, metro, and suburban rail systems with optional CityXplorer content. Downloadable CityXplorer data and city guides are available for purchase and download from garmin.com for many cities. Where Am I? Keep track of yourself and your car with nuvi 1390T. Just tap “Where Am I?” to find the closest hospitals, police stations, fuel stations, nearest address, and intersection. Also see your exact latitude and longitude coordinates. The nuvi 1390T even remembers where you parked. It automatically marks your position when you remove it from the windshield mount, so you can navigate with nuvi on foot and find your way back to your vehicle. Perfect for unfamiliar spots and crowded lots, such as amusement parks, stadiums, and malls. HotFix Satellite Prediction Garmin’s HotFix capability automatically calculates and stores satellite locations, greatly reducing satellite acquisition time so that you can turn the unit on and get going. With HotFix, your nuvi remembers the position of all satellites it is tracking when you turn it off, and calculates their movements in order to predict where they should be the next time you turn it on. HotFix can predict satellite positions for up to three days after the device was last turned off. MSN Direct Compatible Add the GDB 55 receiver for MSN Direct. With dynamic content from MSN Direct, you can avoid traffic backups when you travel with your compatible Garmin device. MSN Direct broadcasts traffic data to your GPS navigator so you can find the best route through traffic, check traffic flow, and receive accident warnings. What’s in the Box nuvi 1390T preloaded with City Navigator North America NT, Vehicle suction cup mount, FM traffic receiver/vehicle power cable, Dashboard disc, Quick start manual Which nuvi is Best for You? Note: All nuvis come with detailed NAVTEQ maps containing more than 6 million pre-loaded point of interest locations. Device Posted in Electronics | No Comments » Garmin GSC 10 Speed/Cadence Bike Sensor Lowest Price! septembre 28th, 2010 by atticus5592069 Garmin GSC 10 Speed/Cadence Bike Sensor Product: Garmin GSC 10 Speed/Cadence Bike Sensor Lowest Price! List Price: $59.99 Amazon Price: $37.71 Click Here To See Amazon Sale Price Add to cart to see low price@ Availability: In Stock Usually ships in 24 Hours Free Shipping Available Compare Prices on Garmin GSC 10 Speed/Cadence Bike Sensor The Garmin 010-10644-00 Speed/Cadence sensor (GSC 10) can monitor your pedaling cadence as you ride with this self-calibrating, wireless speed/cadence sensor. It measures and reports your pedaling strokes per minute, providing feedback for optimal performance. Use with the Edge 305 or Edge 305CAD, Included With The Edge 305CAD GPS Plus Size: Garmin Part #010-10644-00 Brand: Garmin Model: 010-10644-00 Dimensions: 2.74″ h x 2.15″ w x 3.00″ l, .2 pounds Features Cycling speed sensor for select Garmin wrist-mounted personal trainers and cycling computers Self-calibrating, wireless design measures both cycle speed and cadence in pedaling strokes per minute Provides up-to-the-minute feedback or captures results for later workout analysis Compatible with Garmin Edge 305, Edge 305CAD, and Forerunner 305 Attaches easily to any bicycle; 1-year warranty Excellent compact lightweight wireless cadence sensor Another handy piece of equipment from Garmin! This kit comes in three basic parts; a sensor unit, which is about the size of a matchbox, and two magnets about the size of your pinky nail. Several zip-ties are included for mounting purposes; the entire kit weighs at most a couple of ounces. Installation is pretty straightforward, but do follow the directions carefully and don’t snug down the zip-ties until you’re sure you’ve got all three components just where you want them and have tested the system! The sensor mounts to the left chain stay with a pair of zip-ties. Garmin thoughtfully added a piece of rubber padding to the bottom of the sensor unit, so it won’t rough up your fancy carbon frame or your paint job A single zip-tie attaches the crank magnet to the crank, although I had to use a large (3/4″) shim on my FSA crank (which has a curved profile and a hollow back) to place the crank magnet in the proper position for the sensor to “see” it. The spoke magnet clamp has both a round hole and a square hole; make sure you use the right hole for your spoke profile! I mounted mine on a spoke directly opposite the tire valve, just to help keep the wheel in balance. The sensor unit must be positioned along the chain stay such that it can “see” both the crank magnet as it passes by the cadence sensor (the round part on the side of the sensor unit), and the spoke magnet as it passes the speed sensor (the part that looks like a lever in the picture). Testing is accomplished by pressing a small button on the sensor unit, which prompts it to flash a red LED, then a green one to indicate that testing is started. As pointed out by another reviewer, the LEDs are hard to see in bright ambient light; I’d recommend testing in a garage if possible. Hi-intensity LEDs would have solved this problem, although I suspect these LEDs were chosen for their low power consumption, so maybe it’s a smart design decision after all. Once the test button is pressed, the next 60 revolutions of the crank should cause the red LED to flash when the crank magnet passes the sensor, while the spoke magnet passing the sensor should generate a green LED flash. If you saw the red/green flash when the button was pressed, but don’t see a flash as each magnet passes the sensor, chances are one or both magnets are not properly aligned with the sensor (there are alignment lines on the sensor and both magnets), or the magnets are passing too far from the sensor (this is the problem I encountered and solved with a shim). When you’re sure everything is in the right places, snug the zip-ties and cut them flush. Then set up a screen (typically the Biking screen) on your 305 to display Cadence in one of the data fields, and go ride! Great product, confusing packaging if you have a Forerunner 305 The handlebar mount and cadence and speed sensors went on quickly and worked flawlessly. However, when I first received the package in the mail, I was concerned I had ordered the wrong item. I have a Forerunner 305 wrist-mounted GPS, and all of the packaging for this product references the Edge GPS sensor, so I didn’t know whether or not this would even work with the Forerunner. There are very slight differences in navigating the menus to set up the cadence sensor between the Forerunner and the Edge, but the cadence sensor does indeed work very well with the Forerunner, so Forerunner owners order without fear! Design could be improved The design could be improved upon as you need to have a magnet on both the crank arm and the spoke within 5mm of the sensor. This makes id difficult and may require some minor modifications on some bicycles (I needed to add a spacer between the crank arm and the magnet). Too much tilt towards the crank, risks having the arm of the sensor being caught in the spokes after a large bump on the trails or raod. I have known of other people being able to purchase a larger magnet to the inside of the pedal screw which allows the sensor to be farther appart. Other than that, it works great with the Edge. Posted in Electronics | No Comments » Sony NPFD1 Rechargeable Battery Pack Lowest Price! septembre 27th, 2010 by atticus5592069 Sony NPFD1 Rechargeable Battery Pack Lowest Price! Compare & Purchase Sony NPFD1 Rechargeable Battery Pack at Amazon by clicking here! List Price: $49.99 Amazon Price: $20.79 Click Here To Purchase At Amazon! Sony NPFD1 Rechargeable Battery Pack Description: There is no need to feel powerless ever again when you’ve got an extra Sony(R) InfoLITHIUM battery pack for your camera. Color: White Brand: Sony Model: NPFD1 Format: CD Dimensions: 8.66″ h x .94″ w x 4.72″ l, .10 pounds Features Sony InfoLITHIUM D type battery Capacity 2.4Wh/680mAh Wide compatibility Weight: Approx. 0.8oz Customer Reviews: Shows you remaining minutes This NP-FD1 battery is of the same size and capacity as the NP-BD1 battery that came with your Sony digital camera. This means it’s slim and takes the same number of shots. The difference is the FD1 is an “InfoLithium” battery (Sony’s trademark) and it tells you the approximate remaining minutes on the camera LCD screen. This estimate is not completely accurate, but does give you a rough idea of how much longer you can use your camera before battery runs down. Note that the indicator is number of remaining minutes, not number of shots. BTW, while generic replacements for the BD1 battery abound (but I don’t recommend using a non-OEM LiIon battery for safety reasons), I haven’t seen one for the FD1, presumable because this one uses Sony’s proprietary time-estimating technology. Great product at a fair price Originally purchased a “look alike product” online. Would not hold a charge! Advice: Buy only OEM and don’t waste $20.00. The product I ordered from Amazon was a sony product and worked flawlessly. Good product, best price and quick delivery. Like the addition of time remaining I was pleasantly surprised when I first inserted what I bought to be a backup battery for my trip and found it calculated the time remaining for battery life. It is now my primary battery. Works like a charm in my Sony T70 camera. Posted in Electronics | No Comments » Garmin nuvi 1450 5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator Discount. septembre 27th, 2010 by atticus5592069 Garmin nuvi 1450 5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator Discount. Compare & Purchase Garmin nuvi 1450 5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator at Amazon by clicking here! List Price: $279.99 Amazon Price: $217.99 Click Here To Purchase At Amazon! Garmin nuvi 1450 5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator Description: Amazon Sales Rank: #236 in Consumer Electronics Size: 5 inch Color: Black/Gray Brand: Garmin Model: 010-00810-20 Number of items: 1 Dimensions: 3.00″ h x 6.00″ w x 6.00″ l, 2.00 pounds Display size: 5 Features Large 5-inch touchscreen GPS with a brilliant and bold color display Advanced navigation features including voice-prompted, turn-by-turn directions that speak street names to your destination Multiple-point routing, lane assist with junction view, pedestrian routing options and ecoRoute to find the most fuel-efficient route Compatible with lifetime traffic alerts or MSN Direct (receiver purchase required for either option) Includes preloaded City Navigaor NT for North America, vehicle power cable, vehicle suction cup mount, USB cable, dashboard disc, and quick start manual Customer Reviews: Garmin Nuvi 1450 I’ve had my Garmin 1450 now for about a week, and I got a great deal on it ($299). I was drawn to this GPS when I saw how easy it was to use for someone like me who has never had a GPS before purchasing this one. I played around with it on the store’s display. The large screen can be easily viewed while driving without struggling to view it. I love the touch screen feature, and the easy on/off button. It does effectively inform me of which lane I should be in; however, I do not see any road signs pictured on my GPS like the one pictured here. I see small arrows on the top left that display the correct lane to get in. I love that it also displays the time at which I should arrive at my destination. It does not have bluetooth capability, and it does not come with live traffic updates (you will have to purchase it separately). I do wish there was a feature that would allow me to return to the main screen without continuously having to press the back button to get back to the home screen. I haven’t gotten lost using this GPS, and I was told today when I showed up for an appointment that they were impressed that I found their business location, since even people from their city tend to get lost and can not find the address- I am impressed. In my current city, the GPS will map it’s way in a totally different location than is the most sensible option. Mapquest, and Google maps would not even use some of the routes. Perhaps it is because, I have it set on the fastest route. The GPS will easily re-route the trip if you miss a turn, or decide to go another direction. I am able to save 10 addresses to my favorites, which is helpful, but I want to save more than 10. The points of Interest tab is great. I can find locations quickly for food, gas, coffee, medical attention, shopping, etc. For the money, this is sweet! Wonderful GPS. I have owned $600 Lowrance units and $200 Tom Tom’s. But for the money, this 1450 Garmin is wonderful. The support online for updating the unit and adding some custom touches to the gps are really nice. BUT there are only two items that I don’t like about this gps. First, is the “lane viewer” or what ever they call it sucks. (The feature that shows a picture of the signs that you will be seeing) I travel 6 states for business and drive through major cities; Chicago, Detroit, Cleveland, Cinci, Indianapolis, etc… I had it only show me the picture of the signs that show what lane to be in twice after visiting all these cities. This was a bonus feature for me, not a selling point. That’s why I didn’t have it affect the way I rated it. Second, is when trying to find a hotel or gas station, it shows them surrounding you. That is great, but I wish there was an option to see what is on the way to your destination. I want to see what is in front of me, not behind. This just makes it harder and longer to find what you are looking for. So once again, not a huge problem for me. Now, if you care about bluetooth or voice navagation, I don’t so can’t give you a review on that. I mute mine and just glance at it from time to time. But what I can tell you is the ease of finding your destination, the continued updating online, the fact you can rate a hotel or destination, the size of the screen, easy to use, and how you can add a destination or correct a current destination, are things I love about the 1450 Garmin. Great price and very happy with it. I recommend this product! Garmin 1450 I bought the Garmin nuvi 1450 primarily because of the larger screen. The initial reviews were mixed, but there was only a couple when I was looking to buy. Because Garmin makes a quality product and often the negative product reviews are petty on their other products, I decided to buy one. I’ve been very happy with the purchase. It takes awhile for the Garmin to acquire the satellite. The biggest warning that I would tell a new buyer is to be patient the first time that you want to use it. You need to turn it on outside and wait forever for it to initialize and find the satellite the first time. They say it takes awhile. No, it takes more than a few minutes. I thought it was broken because I was impatient. : Amazon.com Product Description The ultra-thin nuvi 1450 has a large 5-inch screen and offers multiple-point routing, spoken street names, lane assist with junction view to guide you through busy highway interchanges, pedestrian routing options, and ecoRoute to find the most fuel-efficient route. Junction view guides you to the correct lane for your upcoming turn or exit Announces the names of exits and streets so you can keep your eyes on the road 5-inch widescreen display with vibrant color Posted in Electronics | No Comments » SwissGear 1591 Black with Red Accents Backpack Discount. septembre 26th, 2010 by atticus5592069 SwissGear 1591 Black with Red Accents Backpack Discount. Compare & Purchase SwissGear 1591 Black with Red Accents Backpack at Amazon by clicking here! List Price: $100.00 Amazon Price: $49.99 Click Here To Purchase At Amazon! SwissGear 1591 Black with Red Accents Backpack Description: SwissGear 1591 Black with Red Accents Backpack Color: Black / Red Accents Brand: SwissGear Model: 15912115 Dimensions: 18.50″ h x 9.00″ w x 13.00″ l, Features Organizer Pocket; Padded Shoulder Straps Airflow Backing System Water Bottle Pocket Eyeglass Holder Audio and Media Pocket; Equipment Safe Customer Reviews: Posted in Electronics | No Comments » Sennheiser MX85 Sport Series II Twist to Fit Stereo For Sports Sale-$30.98! septembre 26th, 2010 by atticus5592069 Sennheiser MX85 Sport Series II Twist to Fit Stereo For Sports Product: Sennheiser MX85 Sport Series II Twist to Fit Stereo For Sports Sale-$30.98! List Price: $69.95 Amazon Price: $30.98 Click Here To See Amazon Sale Price Add to cart to see low price@ Availability: In Stock Usually ships in 24 Hours Free Shipping Available Compare Prices on Sennheiser MX85 Sport Series II Twist to Fit Stereo For Sports The MX85 Twist to Fit Ear Speakers are compatible with MP3, iPod and other portable devices with a 1/8 inch connector. It has Sennheiser BassWind System for clear, deep, rich bass. Carry pouch included along with a cable clip. All Sennheiser Sport Series carry a 2 year warranty. Color: Silver Grey Brand: Sennheiser Model: MX85 Format: CD Dimensions: 2.00″ h x 4.50″ w x 8.00″ l, .31 pounds Features Twist to Fit locks the Ear Bud in place for consistant sound and fit Sennheiser BassWind produces clear, deep , rich bass. Sweat Proof Coating wicks mositure away enhancing fit and durablity Compatiblity with nearly every audio device with a 1/8 inch connector 2 year parts and labor warranty Purpose built for exercise I have just recently received my new MX85’s and they are fantastic. I previously had the green MX75’s which served me perfectly for over 1,000km’s of running. These new orange MX85’s are very similar in design with only 2 noticeable differences. The first being the little piece that clips into the top of your ear is softer, giving the new earphones a more comfortable fit overall. Secondly, the stiff wire has been replace by a softer wire in the MX85’s. Time will tell if this softer approach will last as long. Prior to the MX75’s, I had tried a lot of different earphones for exercise. I always ended up spending a considerable part of my run either holding one earphone in or readjusting them and it drove me spare. These earphones solved the problem immediately. I found the best way to use these earphones is to put the wire under my shirt and then use the included clip on my collar to hold the wire in place. I never have to adjust my earphones during a run and the sound quality is outstanding. I don’t notice the Bass problems that others have mentioned, but then again, I use these only for exercise. Money well spent and purpose built for runners!!! Not Right for Runners I run about 45 miles per week average and have been searching for the perfect runner’s earphones. These are definitely not them. The singular problem with these is that when you twist them and they fit snuggly in your ear, it only stays that way for about 5 minutes. Then, you must reach up and re-adjust the earphones, with a slight twist to get them back into your ear. If you wanted earphones that fit tightly and permanently in your ears during your run, these are miles away from being the right ones. They do sound good, yes. They are durable, yes…but they just do not stay in your ears for any prolonged period of time. IMPORTANT: I have tested 10 different types of sets in the search for the PERFECT runner’s earphones that always stay in your ears, that never need to be re-adjusted and that sound great. The search is over now. They are the Sennheiser PMX70 (they make a newer model, the PMX80). Look no further for the perfect long distance runner’s earphones. Buy them, test them out and then come back and write me here about your experience with them. It cost me a lot of time and money to narrow it down to this one set of earphones (Sennheiser PMX70) - now you don’t have to waste your own time and money and you can skip right to purchasing the long distance runner’s dream earphone. If you purchase and test the Sennheiser PMX70, you will be simply amazed by how it is complete in all of the areas that runner’s need/seek in their earphones. Good luck and happy running! Great sound, but right fit is key Bought these after returning Altec Lansing Backbeat UHP206s, which sounded too bassy and dull in the mids/highs for my tastes and would not stay in my ears while jogging. The Sennheiser MX 85s offer much better sound quality IMO at a comparable price. Plus they are lightweight, secure, and designed with the runner/athlete in mind. The trick to unlocking the full sound potential is to find the right fit for your ears. In my case, this has taken a couple of hours time experimenting with the included ear adapters/pads, but the reward is rich sound with smooth low-end bass, detailed mid-range, and balanced highs. I cannot stress the importance of fit enough - without the proper fit, they sound tinny and weak. In conclusion, if you are a runner looking for excellent sound and a secure fit, definitely consider these. 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