Consideration of my earphones 202112

  • As of 20211127, I am using the Aeropex.
  • Overall, I am satisfied.
  • It works particularly well for Zoom and Discord VC.
    • Since it doesn’t block my ears, I can wear it for a long time.
  • However, I find it a bit inconvenient when I’m out and about.
    • The frame is rigid, so if I handle it carelessly, it might break (it actually broke once).
    • I can’t hear anything without earplugs on buses or trains.
  • So, I want separate earphones for when I’m out.
    • If I have two, I can charge them alternately.
  • Conditions to consider:
    • USB Type C charging
      • This is a must. Since I’ve standardized everything, I definitely don’t want lightning or microUSB.
    • Form
      • Integrated left and right?
        • If they are separate like Airpods, I will definitely lose them.
        • Well, if there’s a case, maybe that won’t happen…?
          • I’m not sure.
    • Noise cancellation
      • I’m undecided about this.
      • It seems interesting, but will I actually use it? That’s the question.
      • I feel like I won’t know until I try it.
    • Ambient sound amplification
      • I don’t need this.
      • The Aeropex is sufficient.
    • Simultaneous connection
      • I really want this.
      • Well, if it’s for outdoor use only, maybe I don’t need it that much?
      • Is Multipoint different from Multipairing?
        • The Aeropex can do multipoint, but not multipairing.

Earphones that caught my attention:

  • Sony something XM4
    • Good.
    • Expensive.
  • Sony something XM3
    • Good.
    • A bit expensive.
  • Beats Studio Buds
    • Might be good.
    • Relatively affordable, and I can try noise cancellation.
      • Oh, but it’s around the same price as the XM3.
    • The reviews for ambient sound amplification are mixed, but I don’t use it, so it’s not a problem.
    • I also like the design.
    • Looks cool (blu3mo).