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JAVOedge 2.5mm JAVOeBuds
May 03, 2005
Product Requirements:
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Any audio device with a 2.5mm headset jack
The PalmOne Treo 650 is almost the perfect gadget. It's a PDA, it's a smart phone, and it's also a digital audio player, all in a compact package. Did you catch that I said the Treo is almost perfect? The first annoyance that I noticed was the fact that the phone didn't include a regular sized headset jack. Instead the smaller 2.5mm jack is used. This is understandable given the fact that most hands free kits use this smaller size. So, if you want to use your favorite set of earphones or earbuds, you'll need a bulky adapter. Why use an adapter though, when you can get a set of retractable earbuds that have the 2.5mm jack? JAVOedge now sells JAVOeBuds with the 2.5mm jack.
There's nothing really special about the earbuds themselves. They are your typical hard plastic buds that fit in your ears. Sound is good and comfort is just ok. That said, I have sensitive ears, so I may be pickier than most folks...
What makes this product worth your money is the fact that the cable is retractable. No more winding your headset cable around your hand and then stuffing it in a pocket or gear bag where it immediately turns into a big knot. With the JAVOeBuds, you just tug on both ends to extend the cable (maximum of 47 inches) and when done, tug again so that they will automatically roll up into the middle spool. Easy.
I actually spent several minutes extending and retracting the JAVOeBuds over and over trying to make the cable jam. Guess what? It never did. As long as you pull both ends at the same time, this product works flawlessly.
In addition to preventing tangles and knots, the JAVOeBuds will probably last longer than typical earbuds due to the fact that the cables won't develop shorts from kinks. They also fit easily into a pocket or gear bag, and are easy on your wallet.
Price: $18.95
Pros:
2.5mm jack built in
Cable won't be come tangled
Cons:
Hard plastic, no soft covers included
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Hi,
One of the reasons I haven't bought a pair of these yet is that I've been waiting to hear whether the hard plastic spool-thingy puts an awkward weight in the middle of the cord when the headphones are worn. How heavy is the spool? Does it have enough weight that it pulls down on the earbud cords, making them taut? Is it going to awkwardly swing side to side when walking or jogging? Also if you could comment a little more on the sound quality?
Thanks!
Dan
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Yes, the spool will probably swing back and forth while running. They are fine for listening to music at a desk, but the weight will pull on the cord if you allow the spool to hang free.
Like I said, sound quality is good. I wasn't blow away, but I wasn't put off either. They have typical earbud quality sound. About the same as any pair of earbuds that come pre-packaged in most digital audio devices.
I bought their regular retractable earbuds and after a few weeks, the mechanism that kept the cord extended stopped working. So I had to use a binder clip to keep it from trying to wind up the cord all the time.
Lisa Duncan wrote:
I bought their regular retractable earbuds and after a few weeks, the mechanism that kept the cord extended stopped working. So I had to use a binder clip to keep it from trying to wind up the cord all the time.
Hi Lisa,
I am sorry to hear of your dilemma. Please feel free to contact return@javoedge.com regarding this issue. I have informed our team of this and they will be expecting your email. I told them to offer you an exchange for a new pair.
I hope this is an acceptable solution. I apologize for the inconvenience and hope this won't hinder your decision on future JAVOedge products.
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