Headphones for the phone: types and tips for choosing

Headphones for your phone are as integral to your daily life as the phones themselves. Knowledge of their types, specific models and features is very important for any person. It is also useful to consider the selection advice given by qualified experts.

The easiest way to talk about headphones for your phone is by comparing them to devices for computers and televisions. With all the external similarity of individual models, the technical specificity is very tangible.

The biggest feature is the electrical resistance at the input... Chips in push-button phones and even in most smartphones are rarely designed for resistance more than 50 ohms.

But there are a few more differences that cannot be ignored, namely:

• headphones for computers are usually larger;
• they are designed (in the same price categories) for higher quality and multidimensional sound;
• the volume of sound in mobile devices is lower;
• most often, the size of the speakers is also reduced.

It is the design differences that are the biggest among all the differences that may be in the "ears" for mobile technology. Enough overhead versions are widespread... Their name is due to the fact that such acoustics are, as it were, superimposed on the sink. The sound source will be outside of it. Therefore, at the same perceived loudness, the technical loudness in this case will be noticeably higher. Most often, on-ear headphones use round ear pads. In general, this is the most common and most practical configuration.

Inserts in the ear canal (sometimes referred to as "buttons") - the exact opposite of overhead designs. They are located quite close to the auditory nerve, so they do not need excessive volume. Moreover, excessive interest in such models threatens with serious consequences for hearing.

The situation is even worse with in-ear devices. They are the ones that cause the most criticism from doctors, but music lovers continue to willingly buy "plugs" and "drops", since such solutions guarantee an unsurpassed quality of perception.

Everything is simple and ingenuous here. Classic wired models Is an unfading classic. It will figure in the market for many decades, if not always. A more advanced solution that provides freedom of movement (at the cost of depending on the battery charge, although this dependence is more psychological) - Bluetooth... And there are also models with a wire that can be connected and disconnected at will.

The gradation, however, does not end there. Sometimes you can hear about the so-called silicone earphone... In reality, they will only have silicone inserts and individual parts of the structure. Also, ear pads are often made of fabric.

Before choosing headphones for a smartphone according to characteristics, you must first clarify which connector and electrical impedance is in a particular gadget. It is these properties, if not taken into account, that most often become the source of trouble. Both the cheapest and most expensive models should be avoided. If we talk about the latter, then it is worth noting that the high price is usually associated not with good sound, but with the overpayment for the manufacturer's logo..

It is imperative to take into account the mass. Walking around the city, and even traveling by car, is tiresome, so you need to give up everything that can further aggravate this fatigue. It is impractical to purchase earbuds heavier than 30 grams. For overhead models, the weight limit is about 100 grams. But it is impossible to limit oneself only to such parameters, since they do not allow to narrow the search circle. In the overwhelming majority of cases, for a mobile phone, you should choose headphones with a 3-5 mm plug, or rather 3.5 mm, it is also a classic mini-jack... But to make it quieter, it is worth asking the accompanying documentation for this parameter.

However, specific connectors are extremely rare, mainly in iPhones and other unique phone models. Such a technique is usually chosen by those who know its characteristics well. Going further along the parameters, from which it is worth starting from, you need to pay attention to the length of the wire... The shortest cables (sometimes just over 0.5 m) are used for children. Adolescents and adults need to be guided by an indicator of 1.2 m. The optimal, comfortable size is 2 m, although a little more is possible, but not much. Further increase in length gives more difficulties than real advantages, and the choice of such models is extremely limited.

The next important property is diaphragm diameter (and associated speaker size). Here the bigger the better.... But we must remember that good headphones for your phone are compact and lightweight.

Almost everyone has already appreciated how convenient it is to use a headset for a conversation, especially in tight city transport, in a car or on a winter street. If there are no special prejudices and wishes, it is worth choosing a combined device that also includes a microphone, but then it is advisable to find out its exact characteristics. The sensitivity and quality of noise suppression are especially important, and other parameters can usually be ignored - anyway, you can't record a concert in studio quality on your phone.

Quite a few people are interested in choosing unbreakable headphones. In fact, even the best models of this kind can be easily damaged by improper use. It is important to understand that "Spartan resilience" is designed for randomly acting external factors, and nothing more.

It is still useful to pay attention to the following parameters:

• the presence of metal parts (the more there are, the stronger the product);
• the degree of protection against moisture;
• wire braid (and ideally not a braid, but a rubberized version).

Each manufacturer diligently spreads the claim that it is their headphones that are of the highest quality, last the longest, and at the same time make the loudest sounds. Do not give in to this kind of statement, on the contrary, it is worth analyzing the real technical characteristics of specific speaker systems.

The SHE3550WT / 00 phone headphones from Philips can be considered a pretty good choice. They boast the presence of boosted bass. Thanks to a pair of replaceable rubber attachments, the device "sits" very well and comfortably.

It is especially worth paying attention to the maximum purity of the sound emitted. The model can reproduce signals from 20 Hz to 20 kHz, thereby creating a rich, colorful acoustic picture. The sensitivity level is 101 dB. The electrical resistance is 16 ohms.

Another inexpensive and quite solid model of in-ear headphones for your phone is Harper Kids HK-39 Pink. These earbuds come with 3 replaceable silicone pads by default. The device is designed to reproduce sounds from 0.0017 to 21 kHz. The flat design of the wire increases its reliability.

Standard controls provide the following:

• switching tracks;
• rewind during playback;
• start and stop playback.

It is worth paying attention to the following important technical parameters:

• sensitivity 96 dB;
• electrical impedance 32 Ohm;
• cable 1.2 m long;
• plastic case;
• module for Bluetooth communication.

Fans of full-size headphones should pay attention to the Panasonic RP-HT161 Black model. The total electrical resistance reaches 32 ohms. The range of the acted out sounds is from 10 Hz to 27 kHz. This ratio may seem strange, but in fact, the additional "inaudible" waves make the acoustic picture richer and more attractive. It is worth noting the decent (at 98 dB) headphone sensitivity.

The following main properties are worth emphasizing:

• body made of selected plastic;
• plastic headband;
• leatherette covering of ear pads;
• acoustic wire 2 m long;
• classic black color;
• net weight - 0.16 kg.

When choosing sports headphones for your phone, you should pay attention to another version from Panasonic - RP-HS34E Red. The device was equipped with a moisture-tight housing. Connection to smartphones or players is realized thanks to the standard mini-jack connector. The package includes 3 pairs of interchangeable ear pads. Passing the cable from the back prevents it from dropping and tied down when walking fast, or even running.

Connoisseurs of Ritmix products can safely recommend the Ritmix RH-199M Black headphones. This is also a solid model with a sporty bias. Despite the low cost, it will sound very good. Connection is possible only by wired method. The device confidently plays out frequencies from 20 Hz to 20 kHz.

The electrical resistance level is 32 ohms. Acoustically, this system is of a closed type. The sensitivity of the headphones is 32 dB. Through them you can control audio playback... The ear cushions are made of silicone.

In-ear headphones from JBL are also good. It is appropriate to consider them on the example of the Tune 210 Black model. She has such three color options as:

• black;
• white / golden;
• white / silver colors.

The ear cushions of these wired headphones are also made of silicone. A characteristic feature is a closed acoustic design. The developers have carefully selected the plastic for the speaker cabinet. You can control audio playback with the headphones.

But those who like Samsung technology will surely like the EO-EG920L Red headphones (EO-EG920LREGRU). As their name suggests, this device is colored red by default. But users can also choose from white, blue and traditional black pieces.

Polyurethane is used for ear cushions. Full stereo sound is also worth noting.

But the assortment clearly does not end on these models. Headphones of a higher price category can also be bought for the phone. Pioneer's SE-MJ503-G full-size green headphones are a good example. It should be noted that the manufacturer also offers a choice of white, blue, black and red colors. The electrical resistance level is 32 ohms.

The following important parameters should be noted:

• official warranty 2 years;
• speakers based on a neodymium magnet;
• speaker diameter 30 mm;
• attractive colors;
• excellent compatibility with Android, Apple technology;
• easy folding for ergonomic transport and carrying;
• full sound reproduction in the iTunes library;
• stable low frequencies;
• processing of high frequencies up to 24 kHz inclusive;
• input power up to 500 mW.

The in-channel model Phiaton CPU-EP0521KK02 is also attractive. These headphones are wired only. The ear cushions are made of silicone. There are 2 audio channels. Electrical impedance 16 ohms.

For children, you can use eKids Paw Patrol PW-140MA. EXV7. An important attractive feature of this model is its chic appearance. The sensitivity is 85 dB, but this is good - children's ears are reliably protected. Fully adjustable headband... The manufacturer promises a lightweight, splash-proof design.

Surround sound mode provided... The default is a non-detachable standard mini-jack cable. The length of the wire is 0.75 m. The weight of the device is 0.2 kg. The product can be painted yellow or red.

The Sony WH-CH500 / HC Gray is also a good choice. The device works using the Bluetooth protocol. The frequency of the output signal is from 0.02 to 20 kHz. The electrical impedance is 18 ohms. The working frequency of the radio transmission is 2400 MHz.

The important features are as follows:

• indoor reception range 10 m;
• NFC interface;
• passive noise suppression;
• touch control panel;
• battery charge indication;
• battery life up to 20 hours;
• battery capacity 400 mAh;
• artificial leather ear pads;
• grey colour;
• net weight 0.32 kg.

The review is completed on the Koss Porta Pro Classic cover. It connects only with a wired method, produces sound from 15 Hz to 25 kHz. The electrical resistance is 60 ohms. The sensitivity is 101 dB. Connection via a standard mini-jack connector is provided.

In the next video, you will find the TOP 5 of the best headphones for a smartphone.