There is no denying that wireless headphones are in fashion. We fully understand the public's love for this accessory, perfect for saying goodbye to cables and, with them, all the annoying tangles they cause. Of course, as with other technological devices, there are a number of aspects to consider before choosing your next wireless headphones.
To help you choose, in this article we want to give you 7 tricks that you can put into practice to do always good in choosing your wireless headphones. And is that there are several details that cannot be ignored, from autonomy to design, through other specifications that seem irrelevant, but which could end up being fundamental in use.
7 tricks to always make the right choice of wireless headphones
Headphones are an indispensable companion for your mobile phone, as they allow you to listen to audio, music and video in complete privacy. Even better if they are wireless, because you leave behind the cables and all the problems they bring. However, you can't buy wireless headphones randomly, you have to keep these tricks in mind to always make your right choice.
Select the type of headphones you want
The first step you should take when starting your search for your next wireless headphones is to decide which type you want. They can be ad bow (circumaurale/over-ear o sovraurale/on-ear) or headset or button (in-ear). Within the latter there are also models from different categories, for example wireless sports headphones, with specific features to ensure good support while doing sports.
So, first decide what use you will make of your future headphones. If you are looking for something more professional and with excellent sound quality, it is better to opt for a headband. If you are looking for headphones instead lighter and more comfortable to wear for basic use, it is interesting to opt for the button ones.
Choose the type of wireless headphones you want: headband or button.
Set a maximum budget
If you don't want your purchase to get out of hand, it is also recommended that you set a budget limit when starting your search. So, you can filter wireless headphone models that exceed that price to only test the purchase of those you can afford, and also avoid the temptation of more advanced devices.
Analyze build quality and design
It is also essential that you take into consideration the design and construction materials of the headphones you are about to purchase, since user experience will largely depend on they .
First of all, the design is crucial because affects comfort wireless headphones, whether they are headband or earphones. You should look for a model that you can wear for hours without causing discomfort in the ears.
If you can try them on before you buy them, the better, because that way you will know how the headphones fit your ears, whether they hurt you or not. Also, in the case of the button ones, it will be useful to check if they offer you good support or they will fall off as soon as you make some movement.
As we said, it is also important to analyze the build quality of the headphones, as it will allow you to get an idea of the their resistance and duration over time. You obviously don't want to spend a lot of money on a device that will break after a few weeks of use.
As you will see during your research, most wireless headphones are made of plastic, but this does not indicate that their resistance is lower. Of course, if you choose a metal headset, you can expect a longer lifespan. In addition, in terms of construction, you must also take into account the type of resistance they have against water and dust, especially important if you are going to use them for sports.
Seems important, of course
There is no doubt, the sound quality is another aspect to consider when buying wireless headphones. Let's put aside the urban legend that these wireless accessories can't deliver enhanced audio quality, because they can't.
To do this, it is necessary to analyze the frequency response of the headphones, that is the range of bass, mid and treble which is able to reproduce. If you like to hear powerful bass, you can bet on a model that reinforces those sounds, like the Sony WF-XB700.
Good sound quality is even more pleasant if the headphones they are equipped with noise cancellation, a feature that isolates external sounds so you can hear the audio clearly without having to turn the volume all the way up.
It is a particularly useful tool when traveling by public transport, in a shopping mall or walking on a busy street. A while ago, noise cancellation was a feature of more expensive headphones, although it stands undergoing a process of "democratization" which also leads to cheaper headphones.
Don't neglect autonomy
We don't want you to have to stick to the charger every 3 or 4 hours of use because the wireless headphones have run out of battery, so it's best to give autonomy the importance it deserves. The reality is that manufacturers are working harder and harder to improve this section, so it will be easy for you to find options with large batteries at an affordable price.
It is important to have wireless headphones with autonomy for many hours.
The role of the custody di recharge, which serve to repair true wireless headphones and also extend their power. Obviously, the more battery these cases have, the more power they will provide to the headphones.
Speaking of autonomy, we must also mention the importance of fast charging, very useful when you will use the headphones and find them without battery. For example, in the case of the Huawei FreeBuds 4i that we have analyzed, just 10 minutes of charging translates into 4 more hours of autonomy.
The microphone, key for calls
You may not have noticed its presence, but wireless headphones can too integrate one or two microphones which will be essential when recording video, audio, or making audio or video calls.
Before you jump into purchasing those headphones you have in mind, check out their spec list to see if they have built-in headphones. If they have specific characteristics for reduce wind interference and accurately capture your voice.
If they have an app, the better
Finally, it is interesting to buy some wireless headphones that have a mobile application with which you can manage their main functions, such as equalizer, activation of noise cancellation, modification of the gesture system or intelligent use detection.
All these tricks can help you always choose your new wireless headphones correctly and enjoy one good sound quality, autonomy, design and build quality for the next few months without spending more money than you should.
