But as a frequent commuter and pedestrian in Sydney, I much prefer on-ear headphones that muffle most of the outside world, while still allowing you to be aware of your surroundings. Some will prefer the sound from active noise-cancelling headphones and an enclosed, over-the-ear design. Most seem a little muddy and bass heavy, but the SENSE deliver as much clarity in vocals and treble as they do thumping bass. There's a balance to the sound that is missing from some high-end headphones. Most importantly, sound quality is fantastic. They're comfortable enough to wear around your neck in small doses when you're not listening to them, and they can fold flat to easily stow away in a bag. The lightness makes them comfortable enough to wear all day, perfect for long days trapped in the office. They weigh in at just 140 grams but feel even lighter, thanks to a sling across the top of the band that helps lift the cups off your ears. Plantronics claims the BackBeat SENSE can hold a charge for up to six months in "deep sleep" mode. I was able to use them all day and charge them every few days, and was never caught out with flat cans. Plantronics estimate the SENSE battery life at 18 hours listening time. I had none of these issues with the SENSE. The sub-$100 bluetooth headphones I've played with have stuttered, randomly disconnected, or run out of battery long before the advertised time, so it's worth spending a little more when buying Bluetooth. Battling with cables across your keyboard is no way to live in 2015.īut Bluetooth can be far less reliable than regular old cable. Even if you're just using the headphones in an office environment, you'll appreciate the convenience of being cable free. ![]() ![]() The BackBeat SENSE connects to your phone via Bluetooth, allowing cable-free listening.
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