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Beats Powerbeats 2 Wireless In-Ear Headphones

$79.99
$199.99 60% off Reference Price
Color: White Sport
Condition: New
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Top positive review
4 people found this helpful
Best Pair of Earbuds for the Serious Athlete
By Mark Reed on Reviewed in the United States on November 24, 2015
I've read through several reviews on this product and it's getting more hate than it deserves. If you're looking for high, studio/recording quality sound, these are not for you. However, if you're looking for a pair of earbuds that is great for working out/training/running, look no further. Background of why I got these: I used to use the wired yurbuds that go into your ear and hook on. While they had a decent sound, they were not the most durable and the cord kept getting in the way. I went through three pairs before I had had enough. Then I purchased a pair of wireless Beats Studio 2.0s. Great headphones but they were not designed with the intent to be used in the gym DESPITE what the commercials or ads depict. These were a leap up from the yurbuds as the audio quality was superb, and they were wireless. However, they are not very sweat proof and would slide off if I laid down to bench press or would fly off if I decided to work cleans. I decided it was time to reevaluate my choice of headgear in order to not destroy my Beat Studio 2.0s. Actual Review: While searching for the best pair of wireless earbuds specifically designed for activity, I switched phone carriers and actually got my Power Beats 2.0s for free through a deal with Verizon. Best pair of earbuds I have worn. But why? -Charge them for 15 mins and they give an hour of playback. This is perfect. I'll wear them around during the day walking to class and deplete the battery, but then when I get back to my dorm, I can plug them into my computer while I get ready for practice/weights and then they've charged up to 80%-100%. -Sung fit. They won't fall out. I can power clean with these in AND not have to worry about a cord down around my waist. -Wireless. Placing heavy dumbbells on your knees while having a phone in your pocket is dangerous and a nuisance. Because these are wireless, I can just put my phone under my bench and it will be safe. Same thing with deadlifts or cleans, I can just put my phone in the back of the rack and it will be safe. -Sound Quality. Miles better than the wired earphones/earbuds I have worn. Not quite as good quality as the Beats Studio 2.0s, but that is to be expected. -Noise Cancelling. I cannot remember if these have active noise cancelling or not, but I know they can get loud enough to drown out the sound of other people in the gym or my coaches yelling at me......which has caused some issues. -Hands-free talking on the phone Overall best product I have acquired this year. I would give a 9.5/10 for price, but since mine were free, 10/10. Considering buying a apir of theses for my girlfriend for Christmas now that the price has dropped from $200.
Top critical review
3 people found this helpful
Good overall - DO NOT BUY if you plan on watching extensive video
By dbd on Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2015
Update: I bought one pair of these for me and another for my wife. Just over a year later, both are in bad shape (the wire that creates the curved shape over the ear) broke through the rubber sheathing on both sets and the remote control section is falling apart on the other). They were very nice while they lasted, but expected more longevity especially considering we don't use them often or while exercising. I reduced the rating from 4-stars to 3-stars based on this issue. The fit is subjective - I was able to find a pair of pads that worked well for me, but my wife didn't fair as well with hers. They are a little difficult to get on the ear, but once on are fairly secure. Not as good at sealing the ear from the outside noise, but the sound is still great despite that and you still get a sense that they aren't really going anywhere (decent fit in the ear plus they have the extra support over the ear). I find the sound to be quite balanced and good. They have pronounced bass, but I wouldn't consider them bass-heavy by any means. The treble is nice and rounded with enough zing but never harsh. There are definitely a couple of problems I've seen. On an iPhone/iOs device, the sound isn't in-sync with the video. This was a huge deal for my wife because her main impetus for purchasing was to be able to watch video. It was an annoyance to me too, but my main usage is for audio, so it's not as big of a deal there. I've done a couple of firmware upgrades to the headphones (which were pretty easy), but the problem still exists. I'm still hoping this is something that can be fixed. The other problem I've noticed is that every-once-in-awhile, the signal seems to get spotty. This doesn't happen frequently enough to be a major concern, but is annoying when it happens. I'm surprised I'm giving them 4 stars considering the video issue, but there's no escaping that these are simply the best small form factor wireless option for listening to music.

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