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[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] Nighte:
You stated some nice brand names, that said, Bose headphones aren't half bad and the sound quality in their earphones aren't amazing but they beat out any other brand in terms of comfort; especially if you don't enjoy having the earbuds shoved into your ear canal.

Now, anyone can spout out brand names, but did you really respond to the OP's question? Of the brand names you named, which models are compatible with the DZ?

Lots of people just seem to jump onto the Bose and Beats hater bandwagon without any reason to back it up; you sir, seem like one of them.

Don't get so defensive when someone responded to your post with a different opinion to yours. Your first post WAS pointless.

On another note, I use the Bose MIE2 (not the iPod version) and I can say that the sound quality isn't anywhere near what the price tag suggests. However, they're unbelievably comfortable and if you're a runner, they do not budge or fall out when you're running.

I originally had the iPod version but the buttons are unresponsive so I exchanged them for the non-iPod version where it gives you only 1 button but you can pause, play, skip and take/end calls. Again, rewinding doesn't work.

One thing to know about the Bose earphones is that you can hear EVERYTHING around you (this is because they do not have active noise cancellation and they are not "in-ear"). While I find that a perk because I'd rather not get hit by a car, I can see why some people may not like this.

And if you want noise cancellation, then there's a whole other set of earphones to look into. :eek:
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] slapshot30:
I will agree with you, my first post didn't have much point, just trying to be humorous. Bose do have okay SQ (better than Monster and Skullcandy), but that's about it, still overpriced. I didn't just "jump" on the bandwagon, I know more about audio products than the average person. I've got some pretty darn expensive headphones and IEM's that beat the heck out of those three overpriced brands. You say lots of people jump on that band wagon?? Yea right, I see Beats everywhere I go, there are only a select few who know they're overpriced.

I don't daddle much into earphones with controls, but like I stated, I will find some if you'd really like me to. Or you could just join head-fi and ask yourself, there are TONS of members there willing to help noobs. I know for a fact Sennheiser has a great low-end selection (sub $50).

You are asking a bit too much with telling me to spit out some products that will for sure work with the DZ. It's not like other electronics where you can just go and test them out at some store. Audio products involve a lot of buying and returning to test things out. There is no way to know for sure unless someone else with the same exact phone has tried it, which isn't that easy at all.

Maybe we could look into finding a control that plugs into the phone, and you plug the earphones into that control (2 parts). They had something like that for the PSP. If we could find one that could work for the DZ, then it would be possible to use much better earphones with it.

EDIT: Found some nice ones IF you can extend your price point a tiny bit. These are the Klipsch Image S4i. I have the regular ones without the controls. These can be found as low as $60. Maybe they will work... Here is a diagram of the functioning.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] wingnutLP:
according to this link all i suffixed klipsch headphones I phone specific:

http://forums.klipsch.com/forums/p/138541/1406312.aspx

They may only be saying this due to it being difficult to check compatability.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] slapshot30:
Ah, very nice link. They are saying to go with the Klipsch S2M for Android. They have controls, but I am unclear as to how many and which ones. This is an excellent choice for anyone wanting good earphones. Klipsch is a fantastic brand, I own the S4 and they are highly regarded among audio enthusiasts at that price point.

EDIT: Answer/End/Mute are the only controls with those :\
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] Nighte:
Ah, so you weren't just trolling (I thought you were). Should've posted something like this before!

Glad we kept it name-calling free.

Agreed on the Bose note and definitely agree on SkullCandy and DreBeats.

On a side note, what sounds good to one person may not sound good to another. Ie. The bose MIE's alot of people say they sound great, but IMO theyre mediocre at best, the only reason I kept them was because theyre comfortable and do not budge even when running or something.

Best piece of advice anyone can give you is a general direction to go in and you have to buy them (or demo if you can) and see if you like them.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] wingnutLP:
maybe these are the answer http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/13/99-etymotic-mc2-earbuds-claim-market-beating-noise-isolation-f/
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] slapshot30:
Yes, I've seen those ety's before but didn't recommend them because of the high price compared to your budget. Great brand to go with though, if you can stretch your budget I'd go for it. Just make sure where ever you buy them from has a good return policy, you just never know with audio products.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] sgaznabi:
If u dont wanna spend too much, I bought these two each under $25 and havent been dissapointed yet

thecellguru.com/Products/28106

newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16875979005
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] foshucka:
Got a pair of klipsch s4's off amazon for around 50-60 best headphones for the price IMHO. They are pretty comfortable and if you have an issue with comfort you can always go with aftermarket tips.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] DeoreDX:
I have a pair of X1m/S2m Klipsch headphones. In ear with a single button controller. I actually bought them while I was in Dallas on a business trip because I dropped one of the tips to my Westones and couldn't find a replacement while in Dallas. I picked these up cheap to use on my return flight at a CompUSA. I've never tried them with my G2 but plugged them in to see what they do. Like I said it has a single button. Looks like the botton stops/starts the music player just fine and will answer calls. Long pressing didn't seem to do anything. Double Clicking redialed.

As far as sound the S2m/X1m's aren't bad. They are actually pretty bass heavy for an IEM and seal well in my ear. I think the bass seems to muddle the highs a little bit. If you like bass heavy music this are one of the bass heaviest IEM's I've seen at this price. You have to insert them pretty deep though. Very comfortable, not as comfortable as my Westones but these were 1/4 of the price. Well within your price range.

http://www.amazon.com/Klipsch-S2m-Noise-Isolating-Microphone-Single-Button/dp/B002FB7IWU
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] DeoreDX:
Here is a review on the S2/X1 at HeadFi

http://www.head-fi.org/forum/thread/450907/klipsch-x1-s2-review
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] wingnutLP:
Just to confirm I bought the Klipsch X10i to try with my htc desire z and although the middle button works the mic does not! The x10i headphones do have incredible sound but it would appear that they really don't work with android, well at least not with the desire z.

It is a real shame because regardless of the remote functionality if the mic had worked they would have been just fine for my needs.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] oneofone1:
OK, so after much research and deliberation, advice from you all (thanks for the input) and head-fi, I've actually gone for the Woodies Blues.

www.pnosker.com/reviews/audio/964-woodees-24k-blues

Great reviews on many sites, so far my verdict is on hold. Been using them for about 4 days. Not fully burned in, but still great sound. They also look pretty slick, and I'll admit that kind of matters. The problem is the controls; play/pause and ff track work, but no rw track or folder skip. I got kinda spoiled with this, and still not sure if I wanna live without it. The phone works, but the mic is pretty weak (half of all calls get complaints).

I thought it was a gimmick, but the wood build is noticeable in the sound and I'm definitely a fan. I'm gonna keep using them heavily for the next week to really decide, but as of now I'm pretty satisfied with the purchase. Will update soon.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] wingnutLP:
so I just bought a pair of the S2/X1 for £25 from amazon and on first impressions I like them almost as much as the X10i which cost £200!

The X10i are lighter so are a bit more comfortable and they seem to be a bit cleare in the mid. they are also easier to drive but the X1 / S2 seem to have more bass and suffer much less with the cable mic problem where the cable picks up a lot of sound. I am burning them in and will report back later comparing them to my older and well loved sure SE210. Initial impressions are that the X1 / S2 are a bargain!

Thanks for the heads up on the S1's I thought I had to spend £50 - £100 at least to get decent phones but they have proved me wrong!
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] geckobear:
I decided to splurge on these and am very happy. The mic works and I was told had pretty good quality on the other end. It was a little weird to have both plugs in while talking though so I just took one out while on the call.

Music sounds good. I am someone who likes the outside noise drowned out since I take a very loud train to work. This does a pretty decent job of doing that, so if you want to avoid that don't get these.

There's only one control button but it works pretty great for me. I use Power Amp and am on CM7 (nightly 117). One tap plays/pauses, two taps skips, three skips back. You'll need to enable these in your settings for whatever music app you use.

I used the glider tips that came with the headset - I found them easiest to get in the ear (and out). They also come with replaceable filters (it seems you do need to replace these every few months or so), so a bit more high maintenance than what I would like (since i'm a lazy $(%8) but again I'm pretty happy, and should be as these are a bit pricey.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] dualdot:
my Denon AH-D2000 work fine with the phone
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] slapshot30:
Ah, so you like your bass huh? :p I do as well. Are you really using those without an amp though? I didn't think the Vision would be able to power full sized headphones such as those Denons.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] codecxbox:
There is a site that a guy constructed a rig for full control on his Evo.

As i was studying the schematics, I noticed that android phones use resistance based logic for MEDIA interfaces. Thats why Iphone earphones wont have full control, theres are based on on-off switches.

Best thing you could do is get a cheap full control earphones, those that came with the phone, and splice them to your preffered IEM,

will be messy, but worth it.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] costipl:
So, to sum up - are there any affordable (<$50) headsets that work like the standard ones with the stock ROM (mic, pause/play, skip forward, answer/hang up is enough, volume control would be welcome)?

I don't know why HTC did not make the headset two-piece, like Samsung does, with a minijack port in the control unit, where one can connect any headphones...
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] andrewilley:
I tried this - not from choice though, the vacuum cleaner ate my earbuds!

I wired a 3.5mm stereo socket onto the remaining wires, and while the audio works perfectly (it sounds nicer than the original earbuds in fact) none of the buttons work at all now. How odd!

So I'd very much like to get a commercial DesireZ-to-3.5mm adaptor with working ffwd/rew buttons too. I wonder why HTC don't sell one like they did for older models, they could make a mint from it as I'm sure it would be sold at 10x the actual component prices.

Andre
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] rviperx:
iLuv Adapter

I was looking for the same thing and ended up buying the iLuv Adapter. It works just like the G1 adapter(play,pause and skip) and lets you use any 3.5 headphones. The only thing that doesn't work is the volume up and down buttons. This is the closest thing I have found to a full media adapter.

http://www.amazon.com/iLuv-iEA15BLK...9WDQ/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1311953049&sr=8-8
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] andrewilley:
This unit is designed for iPhones, which I thought used a different technology to detect button presses? However if you say that this device does give you a play/pause button, plus seperate fwd button AND rew button, on an HTC Desire-Z / G2 phone, then I think I need to get myself one. Volume control would be nice, but I can live without it as that's on the phone's hardware buttons anyway.

Andre
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] costipl:
If it really works as intended it would be great news, solves practically all problems.

I assume the mic works as well?
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] andrewilley:
Any confirmation that the iLuv Adapter does indeed work with Desire-Z phones and support both the ffwd and rew buttons?

Andre
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] rviperx:
I'm sorry I must have not been clear. The only thing that works on the iLuv is the skip and pause track. It works just like the adapter that came with the G1. I just tested the mic and it didn't work. If you find something that is better the this please let me know. I just hated having to take my phone out of my pocket to change the track so this is better then nothing.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] slufoot69:
I use the standard ear phones that came with the phone. They seem to do the job pretty good for me. Only drawback is they are constantly falling out of my ears. They are to big or something and dont seat good in my ears...
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] taob:
I've pretty much given up on finding off-the-shelf headphones/earbuds with media and call controls that all work with the Desire Z. I dug out my old HTC BH S100 Bluetooth adapter, and it works just marvellously. There is a bit of a delay, but not noticeable for phone calls, listening to music or podcasts, etc. If I'm playing a game where I need instant audio feedback, I simply plug my earphones directly into the phone.

I can get about 9 hours of active listening on a single charge with that adapter, and it lets me use any device with a 3.5mm audio plug. It can also amplify the audio signal, which is great for tracks that aren't quite loud enough even with the phone's volume turned all the way up.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] aegentirony:
If you run Cm7 or even earlier ones...It has volume button controls to skip tracks when the screen is off....Do it all the time blindly...Works like a charm!:D
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] elbarto7:
I want this! but not for $100:) http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/30/klipsch-intros-image-s4a-in-ears-lets-android-users-feel-the-in/
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] Innocent Devil:
does Plantronics Headset Back Beat 116 work ??
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] mr.pnutt:
Now I have a wireless stereo bluetooth headphone set that let's me skip tracks, pause, volume control, and answer call all for the buttons on the headphone. I tried the ear buds but they're uncomfortable to me. Try Amazon.com, they only cost me $30.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] redpoint73:
It would help if you mentioned what brand and model headset you are talking about.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] eneka:
I have Klipsch s4's aswell and they are awesome for the price, they have also just introduced the s4a's specifically designed for androids :)
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] mr.pnutt:
The brand is JWIN from Amazon.com, Ebay, and you can the google the name.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] redpoint73:
If you are attempting to post helpful information to this thread, its not working.

If you found a headset that works, post the model name, and preferably a link. "Google it" is not a useful tip. If you aren't going to provide enough information to be useful to anyone, why post at all?
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] mr.pnutt:
@repoint, if u actually read every word in what I had posted then u would have noticed that I stated where I bought my headset from. Don't be so smart that ur stupid.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] mr.pnutt:
@redpoint, if u actually read every word in what I had posted then u would have noticed that I stated where I bought my headset from. Don't be so smart that ur stupid.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] mr.pnutt:
How reliable are your reading skills because I stated where the person could look which was Amazon.com, Ebay, and Google. Next time read the entire post b4 you assume.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] rickyiswhite:
Skullcandy Titans or the 50/50, sound amazing and reasonably prices
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] mogeansai:
I recommend you look at jokers thread on head-fi (and head-fi in general) "multi-iem-review", this tread is a fairly decent guide to various IEMS, it's sorted by price range etc. There are a few Android/iphone compatible headphones on the list.

I've owned/used a fair few of the headphones he's used , and have found the users reviews of the headphones are pretty unbiased and realistic.

A saw a post a few pages ago recommending you stay away from skullcandy, bose, and monster. And i'd have to agree with this. Regarding bang-for-your-buck, those brands are NOT worth it, you might be happy with the sound quality if you do buy them, but there is no denying that for the same price range, you're guaranteed to find headphones of superior sound quality. (They just might not be as pretty....)

Currently i'm using a cheap enough pair of headphones called the soundmagic mp21, which only has a inline mic (which is crystal clear) and one button to pause or play or double tap to skip, i don't use this double tapping much as I skip tracks using the volume rocker on the phone.

As far as sound quality goes, they're quite good, they defiantly lean more on the "fun" factor than overall sound quality, but with that being said the clarity and detail is quite good considering the price, and i find that they're bass orientated headphones if thats your thing.

I have found that they're very sensitive to how you place them in your ear, moreso than other iems, so be wary of that fact.

Btw, I can't post links yet, so you're gonna have to use google..
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] redpoint73:
I did read every word. Searching for "JWIN" on either Amazon or eBay yields several drastically different headsets, none of which seem to match the description and price you spoke of. Your post is useless if you say a headset works for you, but you don't even know the model name or can link to it (which you clearly have the inability to do either).

I was simply giving constructive criticism of your post. But now you are resorting to personal attacks.

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I read all of your posts, so you are the one making the incorrect assumptions. As I mention above, searching for "JWIN" on either Amazon or eBay yields several different headsets (none of which appear to be the model you spoke of). So its impossible to determine which ones you are talking about.

Why don't you flip out and insult someone, just because they ask you to be specific about the product you are praising???
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] mr.pnutt:
First off I was specific about the brand(JWIN) the model I can't remember because I no longer have the original packing that they came in, second if you enter "bluetooth stereo headset" in the Amazon or Ebay search engine they will give a large variety of headsets to choose from whether it's the brand I use or not it still gives anyone more options, types, and brands to choose from.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] mr.pnutt:
Here's a pic of the headphones that I use.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] mr.pnutt:
Here's a pic of some similiar to the wireless set that I use for my phone. If ur still looking I found these on ebay.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] taob:
I browsed through that thread and a few other similar ones on head-fi.org while shopping for IEMs. While they are great in terms of assessing the performance of the earphones themselves, I'm afraid that it is still hit or miss when discussing compatibility of the inline controls with the G2/DZ. Most people assume that iPhone-compatible IEMs will work, but they do not. You'll see a lot of complaints about the mic not working, or the ff/rew buttons not working, or not being able to answer calls, etc. There are some models that only have the mic and one button (play/pause and answer/hangup). They seem to work, but you obviously give up the extra functionality.

With all of the above, I've given up on finding a set that works 100% with the DZ, and dusted off my old HTC S100 Bluetooth adapter. I plug any pair of headphones into it, and then it connects to my phone over BT. All the controls work (volume up/down, ff/rew, play/pause) and the microphone works. Best of all, I can leave my phone in a pocket somewhere, and clip the S100 to my belt or lapel or whatever. Since it uses standard BT profiles, it should work with every other phone as well.

The downsides are that your phone will consume a bit more power, and you won't be able to use the FM radio. I don't think you can buy the S100 any more, but there are other devices similar to it.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] ivifly:
Try Klipsch Image S4a spez for Android.

Sent from my HTC Vision
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] andrewilley:
If anyone is using these, where are the track forward and track back buttons? Can't see them in the photos. Multi-pressing of the pause button is most definitely

not

what I want to do.

Andre
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] lonely_nino:
ibeat by dr. dre

Hi, i'm wondering if somebody can help me about ibeats by dr. dre

i want to buy them for my HTC desire z .i should notice that i use Cynogen mod7

i want to know if i can play music with them and also if the "next" or "pre" buttons work on my phone.

tank u very much
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] jerl92:
Skullcandy for ever

Comfort - Those fit with your ear

Small - You can put in your poket and froget you got headphone in you pocket

Quality - you can feel the base intro your slef without loss of sound

Inexpansive - at circuit city there are 20$ and if you pay 3$ more you got exchange plan ''2 exchange""
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] extrahalo:
my guess is no, i even have a doubt that built-in mic will work with android
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] whpsnp:
I'm tempted to get these even though I don't listen to music on my phone that often.

They also made an app so you can configure music controls even though the headset only has one button.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] redpoint73:
Those look a bit interesting. Good to see a manufacturer actually put a little effort into making an Android compatible headset.

Curious what this headset cost, and found it on Amazon for $50 US. But the sole user review really slammed it. Apparently the button functionality doesn't work quite right, at least on his Galaxy S.

http://www.amazon.com/JAYS--JAYS-One-Universal-Remote/dp/B006FTEDFI/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1325857223&sr=8-2
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] ngc604:
http://www.amazon.com/Klipsch-S2m-N...7IWU/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1326096970&sr=8-2 my cheap back up set. also works with the new Klipsch app from the market.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] adrian1988:
Thank you for your advices. Bought a Sony Ericsson MW600, I like it very much!
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] whpsnp:
I've read several positive reviews of its sister headset without the mic and that review on Amazon seems to focus on the app and button programming alone.

I actually just ordered a set (the ones with the mic). Will let you guys know how I like them when they arrive :-)