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What are neckbands and how are they different from regular earphones

We know by now that neckbands are essentially another type of compact earphone that combines a wireless headphone with a small earphone. These are highly comfortable and have more to offer than just wireless convenience. They usually hold a battery and Bluetooth transmitter and a longer standby time. It also has Bluetooth connectivity, voice clarity, and most importantly superior comfort for prolonged use. They have a minimal amount of wires and due to the use of advanced circuitry, the neckbands can also offer better sound quality.

Given that the neckband earbuds are hanging around a few inches from the user’s ears; they won’t have to dig through the bag or pockets when listening to music or taking a phone call. And since virtually all neckband headphones connect to a smartphone or personal media players via Bluetooth, those two tiny little cords connecting the collar to the earphones are the only cables they come out with. That means no more rat’s nests to untangle. While regular earphone cables can get tangled easily the neckbands are free from this mess. Since those cables aren’t extending from the pocket, it also means fewer opportunities to snag them on a doorknob and rip them out of ears; or break the wires.

Things to look out for before the purchase

In case anyone is planning on buying a neckband there are a few key features to look out for. They are described below:

Design

The design of neckband headphones is created to be lightweight and convenient. The ones that are capable of offering all-day wear-ability should have a priority. The buttons should be rightly placed so that they are easy to reach when the phone rings or the volume needs to be adjusted.

Sound Quality enhancements

The very basic necessity of any earphones is to offer good audio quality. You should look for the ones that offer a balanced audio response. and have Sound Quality enhancements like bass boost and dynamic drivers.

Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)

Good noise cancellation is one of the useful features to look for in neckband headphones. Such earphones are capable of isolating noise remarkably well. This also makes them especially easy for commuting and travel. The active noise cancellation feature does an impressive job of distracting ambient noises.

Convenient In-line Controls

The in-line controls are a useful feature and the neckband should have a Convenient In-line Controls. The buttons should be well responsive to ensure a faster response.

Microphone

The earphones should have a good microphone for voice calls. You should also check if they support connection to two devices simultaneously or not. Sweat/water resistance is always a handy feature to consider.

Battery Life

The high-end models like Jays a-Six, Sound One X80, etc. offer an impressive battery life with up to 12 hours of playback. As compared to conventional headphones, they provide longer battery life. Some models come with fast charging feature as well.

Bluetooth Codec Support

Bluetooth codecs inform the path of transfer of files from the source to the headset or earphone. The performance has improved immensely over the period of time. All those looking for value audio quality should keep an eye over aptX or aptX HD support.