Adventures in Technology – iPhone Gadgets #1
My iPhone is one of my favorite devices of all time. The things you can do with an iPhone are nearly limitless, and many things aren’t entirely unproductive.
My only gripe with the iPhone as a music player was with the iPhone ear bud headphones. They sound ok, but are entirely uncomfortable to wear for an extended period of time. Of course, you can use any set of stereo headphones to listen to music on an iPhone, but a regular headphones lack the inline mic and the button that allows you to pause and skip tracks.
I already owned a set of ear bud headphones that fit my ears better and sounded better in my opinion, but they had a really short cord. So I went searching for a product that would both supply the missing mic and button, but also extend the length of the headphone cord.
I found exactly what I was looking for in the Griffin SmartTalk iPhone Headphone adapter, at ThinkGeek. At $14.99, some might think that this little gadget is overpriced. I thought so too when I ordered it, but when it arrived, I was surprised at it’s rugged construction. The 30-inch cable is sheathed in nylon braiding, which should make it very durable, and less prone to breaking. The mic/button is covered in a protective rubber-like coating, and includes a clip to attach it to your collar or lapel. The button works exactly like the one on the original iPhone headphones, and the mic is pretty clear for picking up your voice on phone calls.
This device is available at several internet retailers, so bargain hunters may can find a better deal.
(Disclaimer: I was not compensated for writing this review. I bought and paid for this product myself. The link to purchase this product is not a compensated affiliate link.)
