Touch Screen Stylus - iphone, ipad stylus pen

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The Kensington Virtuoso Touch Screen Stylus and Pen (i.e., the Kensington 2nd Generation Stylus and Pen, as Amazon lists it), measures 5 1/8" from the stylus tip to the end (by my own measurements). This makes it nearly an inch longer than my BoxWave Capacitive iPad Stylus, which is 4 1/4" from stylus tip to the end (not including the part protruding from the end that allows the user to attach a short string to the BoxWave at the other end of which is a plug that can be stuck into the iPad audio out port). Please note that BoxWave now has a stylus on the market that is virtually identical in appearance and function to the Kensington Virtuoso, called the BoxWave Styra. I haven't tried one and that is not the BoxWave model I'm comparing the Virtuoso with. I have big hands (x-large size gloves, larger if available), and the extra 7/8" in length really makes a difference in stylus holding comfort. Plus, it enables me to move my fingers back further on the stylus so that my fingers are further from the iPad screen, which is especially useful when I am using the SketchPad Pro app.



This is subjective, but it seems to me that the Kensington tip glides a bit more smoothly on the iPad screen than the BoxWave, but it also seems that I have to tap the screen a bit harder with the Kensington than I do with the BoxWave in order for the screen to respond.



Both styli are equally slim, and while I prefer fat pens (e.g., Dr. Grip) for non-digital use, the slimness of the Kensington and BoxWave styli seem to make them easier to use on the iPad's smallish screen, at least for me. I've tried grips on these styli and while this felt comfortable, I did not like how it affected my visual experience of my hand over the iPad (I'm left-handed and like most lefties I have to hold my hand above whatever I'm writing or drawing on - paper or touch screen, meaning that my hand is already in a position that tends to block what I'm working on, so this is a factor that may not be an issue for right-handers).



If I could only have one stylus, I'd choose the Kensington, because of it's longer length. That it has a built-in ballpoint is nice in that it's convenient, though the cap cannot be placed over the stylus end when the ballpoint is in use.



Another plus to this type of pen (this would apply to the BoxWave Styra, which is also a stylus/ballpoint, but not to the BoxWave listed at Amazon as the "BoxWave Capacitive iPad Stylus"), is that the cap that covers the ballpoint and that has a clip on it rotates, whereas the standard BoxWave clip does not. This matters to me because I find it uncomfortable to use the stylus when the clip is resting against the part of my hand between my thumb and forefinger, and because the clip on the standard BoxWave (and I imagine on other styli that are not stylus/pen combos) does not rotate, this means that the user is always applying the same part of the stylus tip to the iPad screen. It may take a long time for the tip to begin to wear to the point that it interferes with the stylus's functionality, but having to use the tip in only one position is kind of like having to use a pencil eraser on only one edge so that it wears down unevenly. (A user on an iPad app forum reports that he literally wore a hole in the tip of his iPad stylus after heavy use over time.)



Finally, I suggest that anyone considering this stylus check out the video review of it for which you can find a link (to YouTube) Kensington's page for the Virtuoso at their US website (Amazon deleted the link from this review, so you'll have to find it via a search).



I should add that it's a very nice looking pen. I have a pen collection, mostly fountain pens, and for a cheap pen (compared to the kinds of pens collectors tend to collect), this pen is good quality and looks like it's good quality. The no-name brand ballpoint ink cartridge is the fat type, and in the video I mention above the reviewer (Josh Smith from Notebooks dot com) says that the cartridge can be replaced with "a standard Parker refill." Kensington Amazon Kindle Fire / 2nd Generation Apple iPad 1 and 2 / iPhone / iPod / Motorola Xoom Tablet / Galaxy / Blackberry Playbook Virtuoso Touch Screen Stylus and Pen (Black) Newest Model

This is the 5th type iPad stylus I have owned.



The Targus, bought at my local Best Buy was satisfactory and did the job. I bought it because that was the only product Best Buy carried. Dog chewed off the tip. $20 down my dogs gullet.



Next I bought three FOAM tip Pogo's. They were very cheap (and inexpensive). Very awkward to use. Required way too much pressure to work which ran the risk of knocking the foam tip off. Back off on the pressure to avoid knocking the foam tip off and the stylus did not write. Returned for refund.



Next I bought two styles of ACase with a rubber tip (one standard stylus and one stylus/pen combo). Same order. Liked the standard ACase, LOVED the stylus/pen combo. Both ACase models were MORE than Satisfactory. I rated the standard ACase 4 STARS and the ACASE stylus/pen combo, 5 STARS. Both excellent products. Dog chewed another rubber tip off. Thankfully not the stylus/pen combo. Chew up my stylus once, shame on you. Chew up my stylus twice, shame on me.



RECEIVED THIS KENSINGTON IN THE MAIL TODAY. AS THE TITLE READS, THERE SHOULD BE A 6 STAR RATING. THIS STYLUS IS AWESOME. HAS GOOD WEIGHT TO IT. APPROXIMATELY 1/2 LONGER THEN OTHER STYLUS' (SP) (although the extra length is only in the cap). SO I PUT IT TO THE TEST. THIS KENSINGTON ALSO HAS A RUBBER TIP BUT IT IS A BIT MORE FIRM. NOT AS "CUSHIONY" AS ANY OF THE OTHERS I HAVE OWNED. THIS GIVES IT MORE OF A 'PEN TO PAPER' FEEL WHEN IN USE. AS FOR ACCURACY, IT IS IN A CLASS BY ITSELF. I SCRIBBLED AS FAST AS I COULD SCRIBBLE ON MY IPAD JUST TO SEE IF I COULD MAKE THE IPAD TO LOSE THE TRAIL..., IT NEVER DID!!!! THIS IS ALSO A STYLUS/PEN COMBO WHICH I HAPPEN TO BELIEVE THEY ALL SHOULD BE. USES PARKER PEN REFILLS WHICH I PERSONALLY LOVE. The one that comes preinstalled is cheap, just replace it with an authorized PARKER Gel Ink Refill for a smooth writing experience coming out of both ends. :)



YOU WILL PAY ABOUT $4 MORE FOR THIS STYLUS BUT THAT $4 WILL SAVE YOU A TON OF REGRET.



DO IT.



CLICK ON 'ADD TO CART"



YOU WILL THANK ME.



PS - Keep it away from your dogs.



PSS - There are two improvements Kensington should make on future models but they will have to pay me for those ideas. :) - Iphone - Ipad - Ipad Stylus - Ipad Stylus Pen'

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Ipod Touch 4th Generation - case, holsters

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This case is awesome I've dropped it over 10 times and it hasn't broken yet.Blue Flower 2d Hard Snap-on Crystal Skin Case Cover Accessory for Ipod Touch 4th Generation 4g 4 8gb 32gb 64gb New By Electromaster Blue Flower 2d Hard Snap-on Crystal Skin Case Cover Accessory for Ipod Touch 4th Generation 4g 4 8gb 32gb 64gb New By Electromaster

I got this one and another case for my Ipod 4 touch and it has a large chunk missing from the bottom right side next to the headphone plug in. Accessoryone claims it was made that way so that it's easier to remove, but it isn't. Also the paint is chipping away on it and i've only had it for not even 2 weeks before it started to chip. I'll never buy from accessoryone nor this brand again.

This is a great case! I can already tell it'll protect my iPod, and it looks great, way better than in the pictures. It is extremely hard to take off, though. I had a heck of a time with it, and no once I asked to help me could do it. I eventually gave up and went back to it later when I finally got it off.

This is a two piece case so it covers part of the front of the itouch and it is too thick for me. I tried to take it off without breaking it, but breaking it appears to be the only way to get it off. I like all of the following cases much better. GTMax Durable Rubber Hard Snap On Crystal Cover Case - (bought it in Dark Blue (favorite color), Green, and black). Also bought Premium Rubberized Hard Crystal Case Cover for Apple iPod Touch 4G, 4th Generation, 4th Gen - Red. They all worked much better than this one for my family. Seller shipped it quickly.

I loved the Blue Flower hard case for my iPod Touch but, when I tried to take it off it broke. I will not buy that type of case again. About the seller I have nothing negative to say. My order came with no problem.

The case has much more vibrant colors in person than in the picture. I've had this for a while now, and the color is starting to chip off at the edges, but that's not a big deal to me. This case is really hard to take off though. Fits perfectly. I've dropped my iPod a couple of times, but the case doesn't pop open. Overall, I'm pretty satisfied.

Okay, I wanted to give this 4 stars but just like the other reviewers said, it's not perfect. I gave it 3 because it is worth the money. If you want a cheap but aesthetically appealing case, this is good. It cost me what, 0.81 + s/h (2.98)...that's cheap!



The down side, it looks a little cheap. The front and back parts down line up pefectly and make for a rough edge where they connect. The surface of it item itself is very smooth except for one spot where if this was painted, it looked like they poured to much paint and made a ridge, a lump. I'm not sure what that lumpy gathering is at the top of mine, it makes me want to pick it off...



Anyway, it will work for less than $4 - Holsters - Ipod Touch 4th Generation - Case - Ipod Touch 4g Case'

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Grip - fine motor skills, grip

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Good pencil grip. The texture and material both make your grip more comfortable. Slips and slides on traditional yellow pencils, but fit sturdier pencils like the Papermate Mirado Black Warrior or even the decorative, incentive pencils.



Colors are vibrant and fun. There were an equal number of each color, making it easy to choose ones to keep and ones to give to schoolmates.



Recommended for back-to-school! Paper Mate Foohy Gooshy Grips (73740)

If you want cheap grips for your pens and pencils these will do. I've had a problem with mind tearing apart very easily around the patterns in the material though and that was disappointing. You get a bunch of them in the package though.

I use these to add cushion and bulk to crochet hooks. My hands cramp up if I use crochet hooks too much, and I'm just too cheap to buy new ones- and consider it wasteful when they'll pretty much work the same anyway. So... on hooks where the grips are too big for the diameter and slip right over, I wrap tape around the hook until it's large enough for the grip to fit on tightly, then wrestle the grip over it. I like these better than the foam-type grips for this purchase, although the gummy exterior does attract fuzzies from the yarn. That somewhat dulls the translucent, glittery material of the grips, but if you're just using them for writing utensils, they are VERY cute and sparkly. Another note: they're not all the same shapes- some are round, some triangles, some spirals, some squared-off, etc. Each color has a different shape. So, if you know of a particular shape that is the ONLY one that works for you, the rest might be a toss. Or cutt them up and use them as over-sized gummy beads? Just a suggestion. - Pencil Grips - Grip - Fine Motor Skills'

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Briggs  stratton - spark plugs

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I couldn't find a spark plug at the local Ace that matched the plug model number in my Troy-Bilt owner's manual. My next step was Amazon and this spark plug that matched the number I was looking for. This is a genuine Briggs and Stratton spark plug and matches exactly the Champion plug that was in my mower. I installed it, and the mower started immediately.

Looking at the package, I see that this plug replaces CJ8, RCJ8, J19LM (my plug) , and RJ19LM.



The price for this plug is excellent especially with "free" prime shipping. Briggs & Stratton 5095H L-Head Engine Spark Plug

I bought this to replace a Champion J19LM on my 2007 MTD Yard Machines Briggs and Stratton 6.5hp lawn mower (675 series) (190 CC) Overall worked and fit well and would buy again. Another great buy from Amazon.com

Like for like replacement spark plug for the lawn mower.



Remove the old one, fit the new one - the mower runs better than ever.



Recommended as part of a mower overhaul - I'd not changed the oil, blade or plugs in eight years. Now my mower runs better than ever - and it's cleaner too!



Great price - and a neat looking spark plug. Recommended. - Spark Plugs'

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Cordless Electric Mower

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<SUMMARY> In a crowded field the Toro compares well based on it's performance - it cuts and mulches *very* well. Where it falls short is on features and to a lesser extent, construction. If I had to do it again, I'd take a closer look at the B&D CM1936. Both of these mowers were the top picks in the March 2010 Consumer Reports. I would rate this as 4+ stars overall but ding them half a star for customer service. The redesigned packaging should resolve the numerous issues people seem to have had with shipping damage.



I've had this machine for a whole season and was able to test it back to back with our B&D CMM1000 24V 19" cordless mower before I sold it some months back. To make things fair I sharpened the B&D and cleaned the deck. The Toro was substantially quieter and easier to maneuver (It's lighter and the weight is biased towards the rear wheels. After 12 years the B&D is still an impressive machine but in tall or wet grass it simply couldn't keep up. I had to re-mow with the B&D while the Toro gave a good cut with a single pass - even when walking quickly! You could hear the motor slow down but it still gave an excellent cut and mulched effectively.



The improved performance isn't surprising given the extra voltage. I'd note that when we bought the Black & Decker CMM1000 ~11 years ago, the only other cordless mower was the Neuton 14" via mail order. Now there are more than you can shake a stick at (SEE CHART)



Fit and finish is good but some items do not inspire confidence. The plastic motor cover is flimsy though it's hard to judge as two of the plastic bosses were broken (more on that later) Where the charger plugs in wobbles a lot and the locknut holding the circuit breaker in place was half off with no Loctite applied. This would have been lost within the first hour of use. Finally, the first time I tried to attach the grass catcher I had to wrestle with a wire which interfered with the grass door.



The handle folds but it's the same others - you have a large plastic wingnut you have to turn...and turn...and turn... Hasn't anyone come up with a better quick release for this?



The metal deck makes a big difference - it's deeper and mulches more efficiently, and makes for a smaller overall mower - despite this, our old B&D CMM1000 feels slightly more solid. Also, The B&D had a proper "Mulch Plug" while the Toro mulch cover allows grass to collect in a hollow area behind the mulch door - despite this, I never noticed the grass clumping. The one annoyance is that you have to tilt the mower to dump this out or you are going to be dragging it into your garage.



Also the Toro's metal deck allows the blade to get much closer to fences and trees. With the B&D, the 2 layer plastic deck was much thicker so the blade was at least 3" away. This is more like 1" <UPDATE> It's the wheel placement. If you lay a straight edge across the outside of the wheels, there's 1/2" to the Toro blade but 1-1/2 inches on the Black and Decker. Unfortunately the Toro seems to waste this advantage on one side as the handle sticks out so that it rubs if you mow with a fence on your right.



Toro says "Lighter than most other cordless mowers" but I'm not so sure (SEE CHART)



I have mixed feelings about the on/off switch. I preferred the dead mans bar on the B&D rather than this lever, which forces you to keep your right hand on the handle at all times. On the other hand, you can power off when crossing a sidewalk or driveway just by relaxing your grip.



Overall, this mower performs well but doesn't of the other features / details right. For the price, I think the B&DCM1936 offers a lot more, but if flat out mowing performance is your criteria, this is the one for you.



I might be biased towards B&D given our 10+ trouble free years with their CMM1000, but you could say that I might also have a favorable bias towards the Toro since I received it through Amazon Vine.



<TORO CUSTOMER SERVICE>

I received this item with some minor damage. There are 4 screws which hold the top plastic cover on. Two of the screw bosses were broken. When I removed the cover, I saw that the two zip ties holding the batteries down were also broken. Finally, one of the rear wheel adjusters was bent. I called Toro up and after a Looooong time on hold they told me to either pay to have it repaired myself or to go through Amazon and return it. Not really worth the hassle and rather frustrating.



<LIKES>

+ 36 volts gives LOTS of power - mulches effortlessly

+ 20 inch cutting path (really 19-5/8", but our 19" B&D was only 18-1/2)

+ Tall metal deck gives more complete mulching

+ Wheel placement BIG plus for cutting next to fences, trees





<DISLIKES>

- Toro Customer Service

- Does not store vertically like the B&D

- Wheels adjust individually

- No dead man bar

- Grass catcher very small (perhaps 1/2 the volume of the B&D)

- Charger plug wobbles

- Bar not as ergonomic, also rubs against fence when mowing alongside.





<COMPARO>

I've put a quick guide of the most popular models on Amazon. All info reported by manufacturer. Amazon won't let me put prices in my review, sorry!



MOWER............Path/Volt/Watt-hr......WT............COMMENTS



Neuton CE5.3............14"/24V/240......48#....Plastic deck, Removable batt.

B&D CM1836..............18"/36V/NA.......64#....Plastic deck

Greenworks 25092......18"/24V/480......95#....Self Propel, Removable Batt

Worx ECO WG780.......19"/24V/408......80#....Removable Battery

Haussmann CLM46NU...19"/24V/NA........94#....Haussmann who?? Metal deck

B&D CMM1200.............19"/24V/432......76#....Update to our old CM1000

B&D CM1936...............19"/36V/360.......72#....Plastic deck, Removable Batt

Neuton CE6................19"/36V/360.......69#....Plastic deck, Removable Batt

Earthwise 60120..........20"/24V/480......92#....Metal deck, Removable Batt

Toro 20360.................20"/36V/432......77#....Metal deck







<FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS>



>>Why SHOULD I get a cordless electric mower? They are super quiet, clean, and convenient. They aren't necessarily cheaper than a gas mower since they cost more up front but there is almost NO maintenance. (We spent [...] over 10 years for a set of replacement batteries.) Corded electric mowers are a lot cheaper but then you have a cord. Also, certain models like the B&D can be stored vertically since there is no oil or gas to leak out



>>Why SHOULDN'T I get a cordless mower? Up front cost (Typically [...] more) Also, They weigh significantly more than gas mowers so if you have a hilly lot or have difficulty with physical exertion, forget it. They don't have as much power as gas (even the 36V ones) and re-fueling means charging for a few hours so if your lot is over ½ acre you may want to reconsider.



>>Why do they all come with mulching PLUS bagging? Electric powered mowers have come a long ways but mulching still takes a LOT more power than discharging, so bagging is pretty much a standard feature for when you let your grass get too long.



>>What is a watt-hour? It's basically how big your gas tank is - the more watt-hours, the longer you can mow before you have to recharge.



>>Is the cutting path a big deal? It can be - 1) The first thing manufacturers do when power is marginal is reduce the blade size, so I tend to see the smaller mowers as more likely to be underpowered. Second, when you consider a ~3" overlap on each pass, a 20" blade effectively cuts 13% more than an 18" (especially since manufacturers generally inflate their blade lengths by about 1/2") If you have a larger yard, you definitely do NOT want anything under 18"



>>Why might I want a removable battery? If you have a large yard, you can swap out for more run time (Note that a second battery typically costs [...]). Also, You WILL need to replace the batteries eventually, and a this makes it easier (Note that I replaced the CMM1000 batteries by myself, about a 20 minute job requiring only a screwdriver and pliers) Finally, if you keep the mower in a shed that doesn't have power, a removable battery will let you bring it in for charging.



>>Why should I care about higher voltage? Higher voltage = more power, PLUS you can recharge the mower faster. With the same chemistry and current, a 36V mower will charge 50% faster than a 24V mower.



>>Metal deck or plastic? Metal rusts but with minimal care it's not an issue. Plastic does get scratched up, and since it isn't as strong, it makes for a larger mower.



If you've found this review helpful or have questions/comments, please let me know! Toro 20360 e-Cycler 20-Inch 36-Volt Cordless Electric Lawn Mower'

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This was a horrible buy. I wish I could give it zero stars. I also wish it was worth something to send it back. The support cords where frayed in a couple of places. The rubber tube that is supposed to go over the bow was slide over completely to one side of the cords.... making for a good 30 mins of sliding it into the middle so I could use it. the pole is poorly made, one of the pole button clips was broken and rattles inside the pole. I ended up drilling another hole and placing a screw in it. The supports put some stress on your windshields so make sure you have those small support legs on them or you could damage your windshield. Even after playing with it day after day I never could get it tight enough to get rid of my puddles in the back of the boat.

It was usless in the end and I ended up making my own support system out of plywood and PVC pipe. Cannot recommend this product. Cheaper to buy some things, be creative, and make your own support system. Cover Up Boat Cover Support

where do I start ??

First ... no instructions just the picture on the front of the box... not to helpful.

Middle... The aluminum support pole doesnt support so well.

Last... straps, straps, and even more straps. Without any instructions my assembly ability was limited.

After carefully reading most of reviews, I knew I need this product. In California the rainy season started several weeks ago. I store my boat in open area. Like many of us I am trying to save my boat from elements using decent cover, but am refusing to use expensive under the roof storage options. Regular, well fitting universal cover for my 20 foot Bayliner cuddy boat is doing its job very well, but after every rain i needed to visit my boat in storage facility and take care of about one from the front and three buckets of the water from back of the boat

Reading complains that this support is having way too long webbing and two triangular plates instead of expected one only???, I knew I will find a good use of them. Every model of boat is different and in my opinion it's virtually impossible to build cheaply anti-rain support fitting perfectly all of them without a need for adjustments. In this kind of installation, invention and open mind is very welcome, so I used them to get it working right. One thing I found unsatisfactory in this set was too short mast. It might work on bass boat but in my Bayliner the windshield is about 4.5- 5 ft from the floor, the fully extended mast supplied was at least six inches too short. This should be corrected by maker of this support. All the rest is just fine. Second triangular plate (the one with slots not cut open) is for supporting the mast from the bottom. My floor is carpeted and strong, so I do not need plate on the floor and saved it as eventual replacement of the upper one, in case it brakes after years of use.

My first installation was a copy of their suggestion. So I put mast about 1 foot behind the windshield and 2-3 inches above it. (To achieve this I cut the piece of metal broom stick of very similar diameter, nicely extending the length of supplied one. Source: Albertson's - cost about S4.00). The webbing was installed from the high rail on the bow to the mast and splitting there. From mast two webbings were going to clevises installed in my boat at two rear corners of the hull. After that I was left with extra triangular board and about 30 ft of extra webbing. I went home happy with the look of the boat and waited for the next rain. It came three days later. Results? Perfectly dry back of the boat and about one bucket of water trapped between high rail on both sides of boat and two narrowly spaced webbings, going from mast to the bow. To correct the problem, using left-over webbing, I added two more webbings on each side, going from mast to the rail about half way between windshield and bow. About week later another rain hit hard. Next morning I visited the boat. No drop of water found, problem solved. If maker of this support reads these reviews, PLEASE SUPPLY LONGER MAST AND EXPLAIN THE NEED TO BE CREATIVE, giving a few more hints how to protect the boat from accumulation of water. Covers when dry, might look pretty tight, but after wind and rain water starts working on them, they develop first pockets which become deeper as heavy water fills them. The trick is to make a shape of cover this way, that even when wet, it will not start collecting the water, even in small amount. Boat shapes differ greatly. My boat is happy with the purchased support. I give four starts only as the piece of broom stick deserves the remaining fifth. - Useless'

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Sports Headphones - headphones, sport headphones

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I have been in search of a pair of headphones for running for about a year. I have tried primarily earbud style designs. I have not tried in-ear designs because I do not like the sound isolation provided by in-ear. I feel this is a safety issue for running. The earbuds I have tried simply lack bass. Even though the specs of the earbuds I have tried show a frequency response down to 20 Hz, there seems to be a bass roll off.



The MDR-AS20J have very good bass. They have 13.5 mm dome type drivers as opposed to typical 9 mm drivers of earbuds. What also helps with the bass is the clip design. The clip design pushes the bud firmly but gently in the ear which helps with the bass response. Other earbuds slide out slightly which has a dramatic effect on bass.



The MDR-AS20J stay in place while running. You literally can just forget about them. They will not budge. The cord is also very light which helps with the bouncing of running. The MDR-AS20J are very comfortable for me though they are not adjustable. Some users may have fit issues.



These headphones have a very low impedance (16 ohms). That means just about any device can drive them to very high volumes, and at normal listining volumes, they will take less power.



These headphonse are weather and sweat resistant. Another important consideration for running.



These headphonse sound great. They have a balanced sound that does not over or under emphasize any frequency range. I used to watch movies in bed with a pair of high quality home headphones. The MDR-AS20J can hold ground even with my flagship headphones. I now use the MDR-AS20J for home listing in bed simply because they sound really good and they are so comfortable. You can fall asleep with them on as opposed to large headphones that get in the way.



I would give these headphonse about 10 hours of break in before judging them. CNET gave an OK review of these headphones. I doubt they let them break in. When you first get them, there will be slight distortion in the midrange which results in a muddy sound. This will go away.



You cannot go wrong with these for under $20. Sony Mdr-As20J Active Style Headphones with Soft Loop Hangers (Black)

I have been enjoying the Sony MDR-AS207J headphones since April and have not been happier with a pair of clip-on/in-ear headphones. Earbuds (like those included with most mp3 players) do not stay in my ears, even with the addition of optional size adjusters, especially at the gym, so after several years of purchasing earbuds of every brand and type I resorted to the less comfortable but terrible sounding MDR-J10's until this model came out. The soft rubber is flexible and comfortable, and because it goes completely around the back of the ear, the headphones stay in place. I where mine everyday, going to work or class, and run with them several times a week and they actually stay in place every time, something no other in-ear headphone has done for me. Some other advantages to clip-ons vs earbuds is that these clip-ons do not block out ambient noise, so you will be safe when out and about. They are comfortable, even after several hours, and I have even worn them to bed several times. Also these headphones sound really really good, especially for $20 headphones. My hearing is not great after years of working around power tools, but I was pleasantly surprised by the sound quality, especially after the dismal MDR-J10s. While the sound is not comparable to a pair of high-end, noise canceling headphones, I find it rather comparable to the Sennheiser PX100s, which are a mid-range headphone. So for everyday use when out and about you cannot go wrong with these. Save the audiophile listening sessions for something nicer. After 3 months of heavy use, these headphones show no wear or frays in the cord coating, and have held up to sweating in 90 degree weather and moderate rain. Speaking of the cord, I have found the length (which is pretty standard) to be perfect. I have enough cord to allow me to place my iPod in any pocket when walking around, and have not found it to be inconvenient when at the gym or running outside. The cord is too long for use with armbands unless you wrap it or use an armband with a cord holder (like the Tune Belt Open View Armband). After 20+ different pairs of earbuds and other in-ear headphones of the last 2 years, I have never been more pleased with 'active' headphones. They will fit your ears and stay in place in virtually any activity and the price is so low I actually purchased several pairs just in case they stop manufacturing them.

These work great as far as staying in my ears securely (something the ipod buds I have do not do). The sound quality is not as good as my ipod ear buds, but I was loving them for working out in the gym until they started to crackle, and then shocking my ears. I read about headphones doing that in other reviews (not necessarily for these), but couldn't imagine what that would be like until it happened to me. I'm going to try to exchange them, and I hope the new ones will be better, because otherwise, they are awesome. I only used them lightly for a couple months, and never outdoors. They never got wet or sweaty, so I'm not sure what happened. Also, I have very small ears and these fit great and are comfortable.

Like many other picky runners, I have been in search of the "perfect" headphones for quite some time now. The standard iPod ear buds fall out of my ears (as do most other ear buds) and it seems as though every other pair of headphones I tried required constant adjusting while running. That's not the case with these! I wore these during about an hour of cardio (a 30 minute run and 30 minutes on an elliptical trainer) and I never had to adjust them once. They didn't even have that feeling like they're about to fall off. These take some slight mangling to put on my ears, but once they're on, they're staying.



I'm no audiophile, but I feel that the sound quality is pretty decent. I've heard better and worse, but for a $20 pair of headphones, I think the sound is pretty darn respectable.



The only thing I can nit-pick with these is that the cord is too long, although it comes with a cord clip to resolve this issue. Overall though, I'd HIGHLY recommend these. I've tried numerous pairs of headphones and these are by far the best. - Running - Headphones - Sport Headphones - Sports Headphones'

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