Etymotic Research today announced enhancements to its hf3 and mc3 noise-isolating earphones. Designed to work with the iPad, iPhone and iPod touch, these headsets are now enhanced with the AWARENESS! for Etymotic app, that “listens” to users’ surroundings and mixes any noise louder than normal background sounds directly into the earphones. The app can be set to do this automatically, or users can set the volume levels for surrounding noise themselves. The packaging for the enhanced versions of the hf3 and mc3 will feature a QR code, allowing consumers to learn more about its features and connect directly to the registration site to receive the unlock code. The Etymotic hf3 and mc3 noise-isolating earphones are priced at $179 and $99, respectively. [Press Release]
Etymotic’s new etyBLU2 Bluetooth wireless headset adopts the ACCU-Technology 30-30 noise-reduction technology for 30dB of noise cancellation at the microphone plus 30dB of noise isolation at the ear. The headset is also fitted with a bi-directional microphone at the talk point, allowing you to speak in normal tones and be heard clearly. You can purchase the Etymotic etyBLU2 Bluetooth wireless headset for $129 each. [Etymotic]
After releasing the Etymotic ER-200 personal noise dosimeter earlier this year, the company comes back with their latest earphones and headphones. The Etymotic hf3 headset for the iPod, iPhone and iPad provides the best accuracy and noise reduction in its class. It has a three-button in-line remote and a built-in microphone for holding conversations and controlling music or calls. Available in three different colors, the Etymotic hf3 retails for $179. Each purchase comes with four eartips.
Priced at $129, the Etymotic etyBLU2 Bluetooth headset provides 30dB of noise cancellation at the microphone and at the ear for clear conversations when speaking or listening. This headset also has a flexible boom and a bi-directional microphone. What’s more, the etyBLU2 also adopts the multi-point technology to pair with up to two Bluetooth handsets simultaneously. The entry-level MC-5 earphones and MC-3 headset provide a unique chamber design for improved dynamics that acts like a three-band equalizer. They are priced at $79 and $99, respectively. [ipodnn]
Etymotic’s ER-200 Personal Noise Dosimeter is an affordable, easy-to-use screening device that provides a good estimate of noise dose and alerts the user to the risk of over exposure. The ER-200 features two modes of operation such as Normal Mode and Quick Check. The normal mode measures and display your noise dose continuously for up to 16 hours, while the Quick Check mode measures the surrounding noise for two minutes. If you are interested, you can buy the Etymotic ER-200 for $99. Each purchase comes with three AAAA Alkaline batteries. [Etymotic]
by Stephen on August 7, 2008
Etymotic hf2 features high-fidelity, hands-free, noise-isolating headset + earphones with 4 ft. cable. The hf2s are sound-isolating ‘phones, meaning they passively block out ambient noise by using either flanged silicon or foam tips. Etymotic boasts it has the highest noise isolation of all competing headsets, having been measured by an independent laboratory accredited by the National Institute of Standards and Technology. It produces True high-fidelity sound making sound to be as close as possible to the sound of a live performance. The hf2’s are compatible with all iPod models for music and other music players and mobile phones that accept a 3.5mm stereo plug. It retails for $179 a pair. [Etymotics]
