When smart phone and tablet PC become more and more popular, everybody needs at least one set headphones or earbuds, no matter Bluetooth wireless or wired, to enjoy music/podcast everywhere or take a hand-free calling. For most people, it’s still a big challenge to choose the proper headphones/earbuds for his applications? After reading this series of articles prepared by Audiovance, you can make smart choice better than before.
When you use Bluetooth wireless headphones for gaming or watching TV, it’s easy for you to feel the shortcoming of Bluetooth technology. That is latency.
If such a latency is unacceptable for you to enjoy the gaming or TV program, please consider following four options.
- Wired over ear headphones with microphone
- Wired earbuds with microphone
- Wireless headphones with 2.4GHz wireless dongle
- Wireless earbuds with 2.4GHz wireless dongle
At present, only WIRE or 2.4GHz wireless dongle can provide true low latency.
Regarding how to select your favorite headphones among above four types, you need to understand their advantages/disadvantages after reading below introductions.
- Wired vs Wireless
- Wired Headphones
Pros: More reliable connection. Better sound quality. Low/no latency and no need for charging.
Cons: The cables can be cumbersome and get in the way of movement. They can also get tangled easily and can become damaged over time. Additionally, many modern smartphones no longer have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
- 4GHz Wireless Headphones
Pros: They are more convenient because you don't have to deal with cables.
Cons: they require a battery that needs to be charged regularly.
- Over Ear Headphones vs In Ear Earbuds
- Over Ear Headphones
Pros: (1) Great noise isolation. (2) Excellent sound quality.
Cons: (1) Can be bulky and heavy, poor in portability. (2) Long time wearing brings pressure to head and hot to ears.
- In Ear Earbuds
Pros: (1) Compact, portable and lightweight; (2) Excellent noise isolation; (3) Immersive listening
Cons: (1) Some people feel uncomfortable fit because ear canals are blocked entirely and closely. (2) You can feel annoying thumping noise in walking or jogging.
After reading above introduction, among four types recommended, you can choose your favorite one based on your requirements. For example, if you prefer great sound quality and no limit of battery life, wired over ear headphones can be your best choice. If you prefer a small device without cumbersome cord, in ear earbuds with 2.4GHz dongle should be your best choice.
After deciding the proper type, you can go to the next step for brand and model. In this step, you can take brand reputation, budget, battery life, controls and more factors into consideration.
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To learn more about headphones and earbuds, please read other articles as below.
- How to Choose Headphones/Earbuds-1: Normal Terms
- How to Choose Headphones/Earbuds-2: Wireless vs Wired
- How to Choose Headphones/Earbuds-3: Over Ear, on Ear, in Ear and open Ear
- How to Choose Headphones/Earbuds-4: Noise Cancelling
- How to Choose Headphones/Earbuds-5: Sound Quality
- How to Choose Headphones/Earbuds-6: Ear Pods vs Ear Buds
- How to Choose Headphones/Earbuds-7: Bone Conduction vs Air Conduction @ Open Ear
- How to Choose Headphones/Earbuds-8: Eight Popular Types Comparison
- How to Choose Headphones/Earbuds-9: How to Make Your Right Choice
- How to Choose Headphones/Earbuds-10: Choose for Sports Running Workout
- How to Choose Headphones/Earbuds-11: Choose for Outdoor Walking/Hiking/Driving
- How to Choose Headphones/Earbuds-12: Choose for Office Use
- How to Choose Headphones/Earbuds-13: Choose for Audiophile’s Music Appreciation
- How to Choose Headphones/Earbuds-14: Choose for Gaming or Watching TV
- How to Choose Headphones/Earbuds-15: Choose for Travel or Commute
- How to Choose Headphones/Earbuds-16: Choose an All-round Headphones
- How to Choose Headphones/Earbuds-17: Helpful Tips
- How to Choose Headphones/Earbuds-18: Market and Technology Trend
