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Are your headphones or earbuds a health risk?

Most of us wear headphones or earbuds every day. You may even have a favorite set of headphones that you’ve been wearing for years without ever cleaning or replacing the ear pads. This would put any germaphobe on red alert, but when it comes to headphone safety, microbes aren’t the only thing you need to worry about.

Headphones and earbuds can have a significant impact on your wellbeing, both good and bad. We’ve compiled all the health risks you should be aware of when purchasing new headphones or wearing them daily.

Editor’s note: this article was updated on July 17, 2023, to address frequently asked questions and update internal links.

Can headphones or earbuds generally cause ear infections?

While headphones and earbuds can cause infections, it’s a rather rare occurrence.

We’ve seen reports of an uptick in ear infections caused by earbuds for a few years now. Not many studies assess whether headphones or earbuds can cause ear infections. The few that do, like this study from 2002, can’t establish a link between ear infections and headphone use, but they also don’t examine earbuds. However, studies show hearing aids change the ear canal flora and increase the risk of infections.

Ear infections are a combination of trauma in the ear canal and common bacteria that penetrate the damaged tissue. At first, the ears are itchy and sore. As the infection progresses, the ear can swell up and become painful. These infections are also known as swimmer’s ear because the bacteria that trigger it are commonly found in lakes, hot tubs, and pools; the medical term is otitis externa.

Earbuds are similar to hearing aids in that they seal up the ear canal, trap moisture and earwax, and thereby encourage the growth of fungi and bacteria captured in an environment conducive to their proliferation. It’s quite likely that frequent earbud use also increases your risk of ear infections, and probably more than on- or over-ear headphone use. But the risk remains low, unless a scratch or a reaction to a material found in the earbuds provides a way for the microbes to infect your ear.

• Avoid skin contact with materials you’re allergic to.
• Clean new headphones or earbuds before you use them for the first time.
• Regularly clean all your headgear; at least once a week and after each sweat-inducing chore or workout.
• Avoid sharing earbuds and clean headphones before and after you share them.
• Limit your use of headphones and earbuds to a couple of hours per day.

Are some earbuds more likely to cause ear infections than others?

Occasionally, reports about specific earbud models causing ear infections emerge, like with the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro. Android Central, dozens of users on Reddit, and a Samsung Community thread all report discomfort and ear infections after wearing the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, but not when using other Samsung earbuds. One affected user is taking Samsung to court over the matter. Meanwhile, Samsung has been offering refunds and coverage of medical bills.

This unusual accumulation of cases caused by one specific product is typically caused by an allergic reaction to materials used in that product. Nickel and acrylates are common culprits. Many earbud manufacturers warn of potential complications with these materials, including Apple and Samsung.

Nickel is a common component of stainless steel. Manufacturers often use stainless steel in charging contacts and the acoustic mesh that covers the tip of each earbud. While headphone manufacturers keep the amount of nickel below strict levels set by international regulations, people allergic to nickel might still develop skin reactions upon contact.

Some people can even react to ear tips, as Ashish C. Bhatia MC, FAAD reports:

Interestingly, I have seen a case of dermatitis associated with the Airpods Pro earbuds. However, (…) the offending portion of the Airpods Pro was the soft removable earpiece.

Silicone ear tips can cause contact dermatitis. Scratching your irritated and itchy skin can lead to an ear infection. A quick solution can be to replace the silicone ear tips with foam ear tips.

Note that allergies can develop in response to continued exposure to a specific allergen. That would explain an increase in ear infections following extended earbud use. Another reminder to listen to your body, take breaks, and switch it up.

All things are poison, and nothing is without poison; the dosage alone makes it so a thing is not a poison. —Paracelsus

Allergic reactions and ear infections aren’t the only complications associated with earbud and headphone use. Other health risks are actually more common and potentially more serious.

Acrylates are commonly found in adhesives and are used to color plastics. Earbuds often contain trace amounts of acrylates and methacrylates which can compromise headphone safety for those with a sensitivity to these materials. The tiniest amount of acrylate buildup is enough to trigger a reaction.

Can headphones or earbuds cause motion sickness?

Many people report dizziness, motion sickness, or vertigo when using headphones. Active noise canceling (ANC) headphones are a common culprit because the lack of external noise can fool your ears and confuse your brain.

Your ears don’t just facilitate hearing. The inner ear also helps your brain pinpoint your body’s physical orientation in space, which is important for maintaining balance. Removing environmental cues, such as ambient sound, from the equation can throw this fine-tuned system out of whack. If you experience nausea or vertigo while using ANC, try turning the ANC down or off.

People sensitive to physical pressure on their ears can have a similar experience with over-ear or in-ear headphones. Bone conduction headphones or open-back headphones can bring relief. Not using headphones all day long might also reset your tolerance.

Headphone safety: Can headphones or earbuds cause hearing loss?

World Health Organization Unsafe noise levels start at 85dB, if exposure exceeds the safe listening time.

Headphones and earbuds can cause noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL), but it’s easy to avoid. Volume and exposure time are the two key factors in NIHL. Any noise louder than a vacuum cleaner at 75dB(SPL) can threaten your hearing. While it takes many hours until a noise at 80dB (SPL) becomes troublesome, only a few minutes at 115dB(SPL) can cause irreversible hearing loss.

Most headphones max out at 115dB(SPL). So be sure to keep your volume levels well below 100% or limit your listening time if you have to go over. To stay on the safe side, you could also try volume-limited headphones.

Hearing loss sneaks up on all of us as we age. It usually affects higher frequencies first. Those are non-critical because they don’t affect speech recognition. But when hearing loss starts to show up in the sub-8kHz region, it gets serious. Take a minute and complete a free online hearing test to find out whether you’re affected.

If your test shows signs of hearing loss, even if it’s mild or moderate, you should consult a professional. Don’t turn a deaf ear to them if they recommend hearing aids. Hearing loss is increasingly common among young people, but stigma prevents them from immediately seeking help. Untreated hearing loss can have wide-reaching consequences for your mental health and wellbeing.

Can headphones or earbuds cause tinnitus?

Headphones or earbuds can indirectly cause tinnitus, but if you suspect noise canceling or Bluetooth causes the ringing in the ears, you’d be wrong. Rather, tinnitus is a natural consequence of hearing loss.

We’ve already established that headphones can cause noise-induced hearing loss if used at high volumes for too long. Hence, tinnitus can be an indirect result of damaging noise exposure, something that’s easily “achieved” with headphones and earbuds. One more reason to keep the volume down!

Note that Tinnitus isn’t always caused by hearing loss. And if you do have hearing loss and debilitating ringing in the ears, for whatever reason, hearing aids can help.

What about Bluetooth headphone safety?

Headphone safety is important, but Bluetooth earbuds like the Beats Fit Pro are not dangerous.

You might have heard that Bluetooth poses a health risk. We’re here to tell you that Bluetooth isn’t dangerous. It doesn’t cause brain damage or cancer as far as current studies show. There’s more, and we discuss it in detail in a dedicated feature that discusses whether Bluetooth is dangerous.

Frequently asked questions about headphone and earbud safety

The best thing you can do to use your headphones safely is to limit the volume to 85dB (SPL) or less, which is approximately 60% of the maximum volume or less. You should also set yourself a time limit. We recommend the 60/60 rule, i.e. listen at 60% volume for 60 minutes, then give your ears a 30 minutes break. Finally, be sure to clean your headphones and earbuds regularly.

Yes, over-ear headphones tend to be safer than in-ear earphones. Over-ear headphones with effective passive noise isolation or active noise canceling are better at blocking out external noise, meaning you can enjoy your audio at lower volumes. Earphones sit directly in your ear canal, which means that, at the same volume, the sound pressure level is higher in earbuds compared to headphones. Loud sounds can lead to noise-induced hearing loss. Technically, the position of earphones in the ear canal also increases your risk for ear infections, though as mentioned above, that’s incredibly rare.

In terms of health consequences, Airpods may be a health risk just like any other set of earbuds or headphones:

• Frequent use of uncleaned Airpods can promote ear infections, which is why you should clean them regularly.
• Materials contained in portions of your Airpods that make skin contact, such as the Airpods Pro’s removable silicone ear tips, can trigger allergies. If you’re allergic to acrylates, plastics, or silicone, consider wearing headphones instead of earbuds or switch out the Airpods Pro’s silicone ear tips for foam ear tips.
• Airpods can damage your hearing if you use them at high volumes for too long. Use the iPhone’s Headphone Safety feature to maintain safe listening levels with your AidPods or any other earbuds or headphones.

Wearing headphones all day can increase your risk for ear infections, hearing loss, and tinnitus. However, if you maintain a safe listening volume of less than 85dB (SPL) and regularly clean your headphones, it’s safe to use them all day. Note that frequent long-term use of hearing aids has been shown to increase the accumulation of ear wax, which would also be true for earphones that sit in the ear canal.

Earbuds vs. headphones: Which one should you buy?

Earbuds and headphones are among the most personal devices you can buy. Chances are they’ll sit in or around your ears for a good chunk of the day as you jam to some music at home, pump yourself up at the gym and, more than ever lately, take endless conference calls from home. As such, choosing which type of audio gadget is for you is incredibly important.

Headphones and earbuds each have their pros and cons, and picking between the two largely comes down to your personal preferences and how you plan on using them. Want something compact and portable that will stay in your ears in the middle of a sweaty workout? You’ll probably want a solid pair of true wireless earbuds. Looking for the highest-quality sound, or simply want to block out the entire outside world as efficiently as possible? You might be better off investing in over-ear headphones.

Fortunately, there’s no wrong answer when it comes to this decision, and thanks to great releases from the likes of Apple, Sony and Bose, there has never been a better selection of high-quality earbuds and headphones to choose from. Having tested the top earbuds and headphones on the market extensively, we’ve broken down these two popular product types to help you decide which one you should spend your money on.

You should get earbuds if…

You want something as portable and subtle as possible

This might be obvious, but if you want something as portable and lightweight as possible, go with a pair of wireless earbuds. Earbuds typically come in.friendly charging cases that are no bigger than a box of mints, whereas you’ll likely need to store your headphones in a bag (or let them rest on your neck when you’re not wearing them).

This difference in size also extends to how you’ll use these devices every day. Earbuds are more lightweight and generally have a more unassuming profile than over-ear headphones do (this is subjective, of course — some people find the long stems on Apple’s Airpods unsightly). But if you want to listen to music and podcasts for long stretches of time without a big set of cans weighing down your head, you can’t go wrong with a pair of wireless earbuds.

You work out often

Speaking of size and subtlety, wireless earbuds make great workout companions. They’re less likely to get in your way while you’re running or lifting weights, and models such as the Powerbeats Pro and Bose Sport Earbuds are built specifically for those staying active with ergonomic designs that can withstand rain and sweat. Even more mainstream wireless buds, such as the Airpods Pro and Galaxy Buds Pro, are great for the gym, thanks to water resistance and multiple ear tips for finding a secure fit.

You want a good mix of affordability and performance

True wireless earbuds are generally less expensive than wireless headphones while still delivering great performance. Even the most expensive wireless earbuds — such as the 249 Airpods Pro and 279 Bose QuietComfort Earbuds — are still around 100 cheaper than some of the best over-ear headphones you can buy, including the 349 Sony WH-1000XM4s and the 379 Bose 700s. And don’t even get us started on the absurdly overpriced 549 Airpods Max, which make the Airpods Pro seem like a downright bargain.

Lower don’t mean that these earbuds skimp on features, either. The Airpods Pro, QuietComfort Earbuds and 199 Galaxy Buds Pro all offer strong active noise cancellation (ANC), and many of these buds feature lots of advanced software tricks. And if you’re looking to get quality buds for as little as possible, the standard Airpods (currently 119) and Galaxy Buds Live (currently 109) are frequently on sale.

The best earbuds you can buy

Our current pick for the best true wireless earbuds overall is the 249 Airpods Pro, thanks to their excellent sound and great noise cancellation. The 199 Powerbeats Pro are the best earbuds for working out that we’ve tested, while the 279 Bose QuietComfort Earbuds offer the strongest and most robust ANC.

You should get headphones if…

You want the best possible sound quality and noise cancellation

If you’re looking for the best, most immersive sound quality possible, your money is probably better spent on a good set of headphones. Wireless headphones (particularly over-ear models) generally have larger drivers and can better envelop your ears with full, wide sound that lets every element of your favorite tracks shine. Premium headphones also tend to go big on advanced features — Sony’s WH-1000XM4s, for example, support high-res audio files and can upscale your music tracks to make them sound as true to life as possible.

And while earbuds such as the Airpods Pro and Bose QuietComfort Earbuds offer great ANC, headphones such as the Sony WH-1000XM4s and Bose 700s are a bit better at blocking out the outside world, thanks to over-ear designs that can more fully shield your ears from unwanted noise.

You want longer overall battery life

When it comes to headphones, bigger usually means longer lasting. Most wireless earbuds will get you five to six hours of juice on a single charge, while many top headphones are rated to last well over an entire day. Take the Sony WF-1000XM3 earbuds, for example, which lasted about six hours in our testing, while their over-ear counterparts in the WH-1000XM4s endured for a whopping 30 hours.

The gap in battery life gets a little closer when you consider the extra juice you’ll get from your earbuds’ charging case — usually around 10 to 20 hours. But when it comes to continuous music playback, headphones generally last much longer than their miniature cousins.

You don’t want anything inside of your ears

While I personally prefer the more compact, low-profile design of earbuds, there are plenty of people who find traditional headphones more comfortable and secure. Several colleagues and friends whom I polled for this story noted that they prefer headphones because earbuds frequently fall out of their ears. If you’d rather not have something sit directly inside your ears for hours on end while you jam out to music and devour podcasts, a pair of over-ear or on-ear headphones will quite literally be a better fit for you.

The best headphones you can buy

If you’re seeking over-ear headphones with quality active noise cancellation, superb sound and tons of features, it doesn’t get better than the 349 Sony WH-1000XM4. If the more compact, less engrossing design of on-ear headphones are more your thing, we recommend the 199 Beats Solo 3.

Bottom line

The choice between headphones and earbuds is an incredibly subjective one, but there are a few key factors worth considering before you pick a side.

Earbuds are generally more compact, more affordable and more workout-friendly than their canned counterparts. On the flip side, headphones often deliver the best possible audio quality and noise cancellation of the two, not to mention much better battery life — so long as you’re willing to pay the extra premium.

For a deeper dive on all things audio, be sure to check out our guides to the best true wireless earbuds, on-ear headphones and over-ear headphones you can buy.

Note: The above reflect the retailers’ listed price at the time of publication.

Lankey U-AIR4 Wireless Earbuds Review, Testing Analysis

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Lankey U-AIR4

Cons

Finding a good pair of wireless earbuds can be a challenge. It’s not that there aren’t enough options; on the contrary, there are too many. The reason for this is straightforward. There are tons of small startup companies that want to break into making electronics.

But when you’re a small company with a limited budget, what do you start with? Something big and complicated, like a stereo system? Or something small and relatively simple, like a pair of earbuds?

As a result, there’s an absolute torrent of new wireless earbuds on the market. Run a quick Google search, and you can find literally thousands of options. This leads to a sense of overload.

How can you possibly look at them all? And if you can’t, how do you know you’re getting the best choice for your needs?

The best way to make a decision is to start by eliminating your options. Think of the features you need, and look for earbuds that fit that profile. This will considerably reduce the number of earbuds you need to choose from.

One good example is ergonomics. Maybe you’re not using the earbuds that often and you’ll mostly be using them in one ear.

In that case, ergonomics won’t be at the top of your list. But what if you have sensitive ears or want to wear your earbuds for long periods? In those situations, ergonomics will be very important.

Lankey U-AIR4 Wireless Earbuds

We’re about to review the Lankey U-AIR4 Wireless Earbuds. These are compact, in-ear buds that are designed for excellent ergonomics. They also offer surprisingly good audio quality, especially considering how affordable they are. And with IPX8 water-resistance, you don’t have to worry about moisture damage.

But there are many other features that go into a good pair of wireless buds. To fully evaluate these earbuds, we’ll have to look much closer. We’ll need to discuss the design and the physical build, as well as the aesthetics. We’ll discuss the Bluetooth performance and battery life, along with any relevant extra features. After that, we’ll have a clear picture of what we’re dealing with. Let’s begin!

Overall Design

The Lankey U-AIR4 Wireless Earbuds are compact little buds with glossy plastic shells. They’re available in black or pink to fit a variety of tastes. The shape is almost entirely curved, so the bud fits easily into your ear. There are no downward-hanging studs or other protrusions.

The backs of the earbuds break from this curvy aesthetic, and are instead entirely flat. These areas serve as soft touch controls, and are easy to operate. You can answer and end phone calls, play or pause your music, and skip tracks forward and backward. You can also adjust the volume and access your phone’s voice controls. The flat design, meanwhile, makes the controls easy to locate. You won’t have to fumble around for them.

The U-AIR4 earbuds come with a water-resistance rating of IPX8. This is the highest rating available, but it’s hard to say what it means because it involves custom testing. What we can say for sure is that it exceeds IPX7 performance. This means it can be submerged at a depth of 1 meter for a minimum of 30 minutes. In other words, you could technically take it swimming.

Along with the earbuds, you get a charging case that’s constructed from a matching glossy plastic. It’s broad and flat, with a roughly-rectangular profile. It’s also slim enough to easily slip into your The earbuds are magnetized, and snap right into a pair of molded wells for charging. You don’t have to worry about them failing to make proper contact.

The lid has a clamshell-style design, with a cutout at the top center. This cutout leaves room for a built-in LCD display, which you can read whether the lid is open or closed. To the left and right, the display sports a pair of classic four-bar battery meters, one for each earbud. In the middle, it shows the status of the charging case battery, displayed as a percentage.

Fit and Comfort

The U-AIR4 earbuds are very comfortable in almost any ear. The silicone tips at the front are nice and soft, and slip comfortably into your ear canal. Meanwhile, there’s a curved rubber fin on the back side of each bud. The fin helps keep the earbuds in your ears, even if you’re running, jumping, and exercising.

The kit includes three sets of tips and three sets of retaining fins. They’re sized large, medium, and small, and you can mix and match different fins and tips. Out of the box, the medium fins and tips will be installed. But they’re easy enough to swap out to get a comfortable fit.

It’s well worth your while to play around with different sizes and see how they work. Number one, your earbuds will be more secure. For another thing, you’ll be more comfortable. But you’ll also get a better seal. When the silicone seals against the insides of your ears, it goes a long way to blocking out outside noise. So it’s not just about fit and comfort – it’s also about maximizing your listening enjoyment.

Pairing

The Lankey U-AIR4 earbuds utilize a Bluetooth 5.1 chipset. This is an upgraded version of the current standard, Bluetooth 5.0. It’s far superior to USB 4.2 for a few reasons. To begin with, the signal is more stable. You don’t have to worry about random connections or disconnections.

For another thing, Bluetooth 5.1 has lower latency – even less than Bluetooth 5.0. This means your video and your audio will be in better sync. You won’t notice any difference when you’re watching videos. But if you’re playing games that rely on quick reaction speeds, you’ll see a slight improvement.

Finally, Bluetooth 5.1 has more bandwidth. You can listen to higher-quality audio than you could on Bluetooth 4.2. If you want to listen to high-definition music, you can.

One thing these earbuds don’t do well is mono mode. If you’ll frequently use only a single earbud, consider the SoundPEATS Air3 Deluxe, instead. It works well in stereo or mono mode, so it’s great for phone calls. It also has rich audio for the price. On the downside, the hard plastic tips aren’t comfortable for extended wear.

Battery Performance

On a single charge, the U-AIR4 earbuds will run for about 5 hours. That’s assuming you’re listening at medium volume. If you’re listening at higher volumes, 4 hours of battery life is more realistic. This isn’t exactly impressive, but it’s not terrible, either.

That said, the charging case has more than enough capacity. It has enough charge for an additional 175 hours for a total of 180 hours. Even at top volume, you’re looking at an insane 150 hours of listening time.

The case charges via USB Type-C, and a short charging cable is included in the kit. It works well, and charges in around two hours. That said, the plug has a very tight fit. Double-check to make sure you’ve inserted the plug all the way.

If you want a longer-lasting pair of earbuds, check out the SoundPEATS Air3 Pro. These are active noise cancelling (ANC) earbuds, with an AirPod-style design. During normal use, the batteries will last around 6 hours. But with ANC mode on, they’ll be comparable to the U-AIR4 buds.

Audio Quality

These earbuds boast a pair of 8mm graphene drivers. That’s only slightly larger than average, but it’s impressive considering the small size of the shells. You’ll get good response across all frequencies, from the lowest lows to the highest highs. We were particularly impressed with the bass, which is tight and surprisingly strong. At this price point, bass tends to be rumbly or muddy, and Lankey has done a great job.

You also get a wide soundstage. There’s a real sense of separation between different instruments in the track. Again, this is an improvement from most affordable earbuds, where the instruments can be squished together. Instead, it sounds like you’re sitting in a room with the musicians. The same is true for movies and gaming. You’ll get the complete stereo experience.

One thing the U-AIR4 buds don’t offer is ANC functionality. While the ear tips provide a good seal, you’ll still hear some outside noise. If ANC is important to you, the Enacfire A10 is an excellent set of buds. In addition to ANC, they offer rich audio quality and similar ergonomics. Then again, the battery life is even shorter than the U-AIR4.

Extra Features

In addition to keeping your earbuds charged, the U-AIR4’s charging case serves another function. Plug a phone into it, and it will work as a portable power bank! This is great if you get into a jam and need to top off your phone battery.

We should be clear that this shouldn’t be your primary power bank. It has a capacity of 2,600mAh, compared to the iPhone 13’s 3,227mAh battery capacity. In other words, you won’t even get a complete charge, even if the charging case is completely full. But as an emergency backup, it’s a great extra feature.

Lankey backs the U-AIR4 with a 180-day manufacturer’s warranty. That’s only around six months, and it’s not terribly impressive. On the other hand, it’s better than nothing, and it’s nice that Lankey is willing to back up their promises.

Final Verdict

As you can see, the Lankey U-AIR4 Wireless Earbuds are very well designed. For one thing, we absolutely loved the ergonomics. Between the ear tips and the fins, you’ll get a fit that’s both secure and comfortable. We also liked the fact that you can use the charging case as a power bank.

No earbuds are perfect. We would have liked to see a little bit more battery life from the U-AIR4 buds themselves. That said, you’re getting very good audio quality for the price. You also get easy pairing, easy charging, and a reliable Bluetooth connection.

The Ultimate Guide on How to Reset Earbuds

The concern of how to reset earbuds is something that every owner has about the device. From time to time, accidents may happen, which would lead some to conclude that they are probably broken once it’s not responding. However, this isn’t exactly the case because there are many things you can do to fix the issue and enjoy the sound once again.

What Do You Need to Reset Earbuds?

In regards to how to reset earbuds, there are no specific tools that you would need. The process of resetting your earpieces will actually depend on the type of wireless device you are using and what brand it is.

Thus, you don’t need any tools or materials unless your earbud is really broken and in need of repairs. In the following section, I will provide you with the general method on how to reset Bluetooth earbuds.

How to Reset Earbuds?

Although there are several brands and types to consider, you will find out that there is a general way of tackling the issue of how to reset Bluetooth earbuds. Now, below are the basic methods you can employ to reset most of the TWS earbuds—

• First and foremost, you need to locate the power button of the Bluetooth earbuds or headphones
• And then, you have to press and hold the power button
• Lastly, you will need to continue putting pressure on the power button until the LED indicator turned to blue, green, or red, depending on the brand you are working with

However, what if the earbuds don’t have any buttons? Or pressing the button just doesn’t seem to do the trick? If this is the case, then let’s move on and answer the question of how to reset earbuds of different types.

Earbuds with Button on Charging Case

If the buttons are located on the earbuds, you have to follow the guidelines in the instructions provided in the package. But it would be different if the buttons were on or inside the charging case.

And just for a point of reference, let’s take a look at how to reset soundcore earbuds —

• Put both the earbuds inside the charging case but leave itopen
• Press and hold the power button for at least 10 seconds until the lights on earbuds’ charging case flash for 3 times.
• Keep the case open. Wait until you see one light flash fast and the other flash slowly.

Earbuds with Button on Earbuds

In the case of unknown brands, it may be a bit complicated if the earbuds have integrated buttons instead of those on the charging case. However, the factory reset setting is still pretty much the same in almost any premium brand, which includes the following setup—

• Take out the earbuds from the charging case
• Press and hold the power button for an amount of 10 plus seconds until the LED lights of both earbud changes colors
• Once you have seen the light indicator, place the earbuds in your ears and engage one of the earbuds. Again, press and hold the power button for about 10 seconds until the LED lights stabilize.

The guidelines presented above are the method of factory resetting the earbuds with integrated buttons. Brands and models differ, however. If this is the scenario, then the only advice for you to employ is to refer to the instruction paper included in the package.

Takeaway

As you see, the process is relatively straightforward and shouldn’t take more than a few minutes. If none of the solutions in this article work, you can bring them to any nearby support center and have them repaired.

However, if you are looking for a reliable brand, then you may want to consider soundcore brand, such as soundcore Liberty 4.

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Tuned by Sound Professionals from Victor Studio

JVC owns Japan’s leading recording studio where music is actually created, incorporating the field of music production into the product development process as a “standard for product manufacturing.”

For sound quality tuning, professional engineers from Victor Studio are involved. In addition to our own acoustic design technology, JVC infuses the knowledge of professionals and always aims for the best sound quality as recognized by sound professionals.

Qualcomm ® Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation

In addition to Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling with two microphones, feed-forward (A) and Feedback (B), to absorb noise, the HA-FW1000T also features Qualcomm® Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation. It constantly monitors the sealing level of the earpiece and automatically adjusts the noise cancellation level when the earpiece is misfitted. It maintains the noise cancelling effect that may vary depending on wearing conditions.

Acoustic Design For High Sound Quality

Despite the narrow capacity of the TWS, the HA-FW1000T has a larger acoustic chamber (A) behind the driver unit to ensure good acoustic performance.

The large 11mm diameter Wood driver (B) unit makes full use of the air inside, and the wood diaphragm produces a high-purity sound, resulting in ample reproduction from low to high frequencies and spatial expression.

Wood Diaphragm

World’s First for True Wireless Earphones

For the true wireless earphone, the HA-FW1000T is the world’s first to feature a wooden diaphragm. By combining it with a carbon-coated PET diaphragm (A), we succeeded in providing the outer periphery of the diaphragm with moderate flexibility and the central dome with greater strength. The result is a beautiful tone that only wood can produce.

In addition, a stainless steel driver case (B) is used for the driver, and the same grade material and technology as wired high-class earphones are used for the magnetic circuit. This helps eliminate sound clutter, achieving high-purity sound quality.

Spiral Dot Pro Earpiece

Unique earpiece designed for high sound quality

The earpiece, which affects the sound quality, has been newly developed for the HA-FW1000T. The Spiral Dot Earpiece is a unique earpiece designed for high sound quality. Dimples on the inner wall diffuse the reflected sound inside the earpiece, which is the cause of sound deterioration, and suppresses the muddiness of the sound.

The new version “Spiral Dot Pro Earpiece ” has evolved even further, modifying the overall form to improve the reproduction of more delicate sounds.

Features

• The world’s first True Wireless earbuds with Wood Dome Carbon Diaphragm.
• Wood Dome Carbon Driver unit (11mm) of the same quality as high-end wired Wood earphones.
• Unique K2 TECHNOLOGY enhances sound quality to get closer to its original state.
• Reliable sound quality tuned by Japan’s leading recording studio with sound professionals.
• Newly developed Spiral Dot Pro Earpiece for pure, clear sound. Comes in five sizes: S/MS/M/ML/L.
• New high-performance Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling; Qualcomm® Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation
• Qualcomm® aptX™ Adaptive compatible to 96kHz/24bit
• 100-step volume adjustment
• Acoustic Purifier to enhance sound clarity by diffusing noise
• Independent/Single-side use and volume control available for each earphone unit.
• Touch Talk feature for quick conversation.
• Wearing detection sensor for ease of use; helps prevent accidental touch operation
• Touch control with beep feedback to assist in secure operation.
• Auto-On Auto-Connect function
• Clear voice calls while wearing a mask.

HA-FW1000T. Wood True Wireless Headphones

True Wireless Yes Wireless Yes Independent Transmission Yes Remote and Microphone Yes Touch Control Yes Touch Talk Yes Noise Canceling Yes Ambient Sound Mode Yes WOOD Dome Driver Yes Automatic Power ON / OFF Yes Ingress Protection Code IPX4 Water proof Yes

Audio Specifications

Bluetooth Specifications

Bluetooth® [1] Version 5.2 Class 1 Frequency Range 2.4 GHz Band (2.402. 2.48 GHz) Effective Range Line of sight approx. 10 meter

Bluetooth Profiles

Supported Audio Format(s)

Battery Type Headphones Li-polymer rechargeable battery Battery Life Headphones Max. 9 hours Battery Life Music Noise Canceling Max. 5.5 hours Battery Life Music Noise Cancelling K2 Max. 4 hours Extra Power Charging Case The Charging Case can store an extra 18 hours of power. Max. Battery Life [5] 27 hours Charging Time Headphones 2.5 hours Charging Time Charging Case 2.5 hours Instant Charge Yes, 10 minutes charging = 90 minutes playback

In the Box

Dimensions Weight

Headphone weight Charging case weight Approx. 45 gram Package dimension 150 (H) x 110 (W) x 47 (D) mm

Disclaimer Trademark

Qualcomm. Qualcomm is a trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated, registered in the United States and other countries Qualcomm TrueWireless is a trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated. aptX aptX is a trademark of Qualcomm Technologies International, Ltd. registered in the United States and other countries. Bluetooth® The Bluetooth® word mark and logo are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by JVC KENWOOD Corporation is under license. Others Other company and product names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective owners. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

[1] The Bluetooth® word mark and logo are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by JVCKENWOOD Corporation is under license.[2] Only iPhone can use AAC[3] aptX is a trademark of Qualcomm Technologies International, Ltd. registered in the United States and other countries[4] aptX is a trademark of Qualcomm Technologies International, Ltd. registered in the United States and other countries.[5] may depend on usage.