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Wearables

Sennheiser MM70I In-Ear Headphones Now Available In Canada

The Sennheiser MM70I in-ear headphones are currently available in Canada via Future Shop. These earphones come equipped with six ear adapters made of silicone that block unwanted noise. There is also a new smart in-line remote with built-in microphone that works seamlessly with latest generations of iPod, iPhone and the iPad. This remote allows you to end or reject a phone call, and activate Voice Control without reaching for the source device. You have instant control of the volume, and you can play or pause, and skip to the next or previous track. The Sennheiser MM70I in-ear headphones retail for $129.99. [Future Shop]

Urbanears Plattan Tweed Edition Headphones

by Johan on October 28, 2012 · 0 comments

Plattan Tweed Edition Headphones

Urbanears has unveiled the new Tweed Edition headphones. These headphones feature brown ear-caps, a brown textile cord with Kevlar core and a hand sewn Harris Tweed label to ensure its authenticity. The Plattan Tweed Edition headphones are covered in hand-woven Harris Tweed, which is made from 100 percent virgin wool. These headphones also come with a ZoundPlug on the ear cap, allowing a friend to plug in and enjoy your music. The Plattan Tweed Edition headphones are priced at $110. [Urbanears]

MIO Active Connect Fitness Weigh Loss Watch

The new MIO Active Connect Fitness Weigh Loss Watch is designed to accurately measure and records heart rate and motion (steps, speed,distance). This wearable gadget provides a complete record of the calories you burn all day, not just during exercise. You can also plug it into your PC to upload your personal stats or sync with Facebook, Twitter or MyFitnessPal. The MIO Active Connect Fitness Weigh Loss Watch retails for $129.99 each. [Product Page]

Yamaha HPH-PRO Series High-Performance Headphones

Yamaha has recently introduced two new high-performance headphones models in the HPH-PRO series. Known as the PRO500 and PRO300, both headphones feature a dedicated iPhone/iPod remote and a microphone. The Yamaha PRO500 headphones come equipped with a pair of 50mm drivers, offering a 22-22,000 Hz frequency response with a 22-Ohm impedance and a 105 dB sensitivity. The Yamaha PRO300 headphones feature a pair of 40mm drivers that produce a 20-20,000 Hz frequency response with a 53-Ohm impedance and a 107 dB sensitivity. The Yamaha PRO500 and PRO300 will be released in December 2012 for 50,000 Yen ($620) and 30,000 Yen ($375), respectively. [Akihabara]

Recon Instruments Unveils New Flight HUD Goggles

Recon Instruments has proudly announced the limited release of an innovative HUD designed specifically for precision human flight. Originally designed for snow sports, the Flight HUD goggles feature a tiny LCD screen that displays speed, altitude and glide ratio in real time. The Flight HUD is available from labs.reconinstruments.com for $299 for the first 250 pre-orders and $349 thereafter. Watch the video after the jump. Read more

Conversation Recording Bluetooth Headset

by Johan on October 19, 2012 · 0 comments

Conversation Recording Bluetooth Headset

Hammacher has started selling the Conversation Recording Bluetooth Headset. This noise-cancelling Bluetooth headset enables you to easily record phone conversation. It is compatible with any Bluetooth-enabled smartphone. The gadget can record up to 12 minutes of phone conversation in its built-in memory. Its rechargeable battery provides up to 8-hour of talk time or up to 250-hour of standby-time. Hammacher’s Conversation Recording Bluetooth Headset retails for $119.95. [Product Page]

2013 Edition Astro A40 Pro Gaming Headset

by Johan on October 18, 2012 · 0 comments

2013 Edition Astro A40 Pro Gaming Headset

Astro has started selling the new 2013 Edition Astro A40 pro gaming headset that comes equipped with MixAmp Pro. The MixAmp Pro allows users to switch between four pre-set Audio Profiles such as Pro, Core, Media and Sports. The headset supports Dolby Digital 7.1 Surround Sound, a removable boom mic, a magnetic, removable and customizable Speaker Tag system and a 3.5mm audio jack. The 2013 Edition Astro A40 Pro gaming headset and MixAmp Pro is currently available to purchase for $249.99. Watch the video after the jump. Read more

Carl Zeiss Cinemizer 3D OLED Head Mounted Display

Amazon has started selling the Carl Zeiss Cinemizer 3D OLED head mounted display. Priced at $749, the gadget is equipped with an 850 x 600 resolution displays and is equipped with HDMI (v1.4), Apple (iPhone 3/4 and iPod touch) connectors and A/V inputs. The Carl Zeiss Cinemizer 3D OLED head mounted display is perfect for Blu-ray players, gaming consoles, gaming PCs and laptops. Its internal rechargeable battery lasts for up to 6-hour of viewing time. [Amazon]

Genius HS-410F Foldable Headband Headset

by Johan on October 15, 2012 · 0 comments

Genius HS-410F Foldable Headband Headset

The Genius HS-410F foldable headband headset features a convenient in–line volume control and provides rich audio quality. The headset is equipped with a pair of 40mm drivers, offering a frequency response of 20Hz ~ 20KHz and an impedance of 32 Ohm. The Genius HS-410F also has a 3-way foldable structure, which is designed for easy storage. Finally, the in-style ear tattoo pattern design makes you stand out from the crowd. The Genius HS-410F retails for only $25 each. [Genius]

Sennheiser PMX 685i In-Ear Neckband Sports Headphones

Designed in conjunction with Adidas, the Sennheiser PMX 685i in-ear neckband sports headphones deliver crystal clear sound with a rugged neckband and an in-line remote/mic for total control of your iPhone, iPod or iPad. These headphones are perfect for those who are passionate about sports and music. The Sennheiser PMX 685i in-ear neckband sports headphones produce a frequency response of 18Hz – 20,000Hz with an impedance of 16 Ohms. You can purchase these high-quality headphones for $79.95. [Apple Store]