I am used to swim with ear plugs. Does the earphones that come with the iPod have the same function as underwater ear plugs?
2025085
My wife wears these, so I checked for you. They don't allow water into the ear.
198722
You get two sets of headphones (ear buds), one for swimming the other for running/hiking. The regular headphones sound much better than the underwater ones but that is to be expected.
215947
I would have to say yes....my mom tried the bandit without ear plugs and she still got water in her ears.....I find ear plugs uncomfortable too but the silicon ones seem to be pretty good with the bandit
2093669
yes, but once you open the plug for the earphones it ain't waterproof anymore.
1003615
no, but i have weird ears such that normal ipod earphones /do/ fall out. so your mileage may vary
1564987
It's just like a regular hear phone jack. You can use other headphones or inputs but if you are going underwater you obviously need a waterproof pair. The headphones are kinda cheap so you'll probably need a better pair if you use it alot
411288
Before I had the shuffleused swimming earplugs similar to the ones on the headphones, so I was used to them. Sometimes they pull out if I accidently pull on the wire, but overall they work fine.
701909
Yes, the earphones hook over your ears (think of some older sport headphone models) and are inserted deep into your ears. If you wear a swim cap and googles this can get uncomfortable as the cap presses your ear flap into the headphone piece. Sometimes my ears would be sore (after 1 hr or swimming). The idea is that the layers of suction of the part inserted in your ear will provide a proper seal, though if you swim vigorously or for long periods of time some water leakageis inevitable. I usually found one ear kept the seal better than the other, and sound quality was sometimes compromised, but it was always better than swimming without music. I will be getting the new version of the aquabeat shortly. My old one only lasted a year so unless you get it at a great price, consider the newer model.
198723
I use this iPod for swimming laps only so I can't tell you how it is running or hiking. The sound quality is perfect. It is an iPod made by Apple and then has been waterproofed. The earbuds are waterproof as well so when I am completely submersed underwater kicking off the side I am still listening to my favorite music. I would recommend this product to anyone. It has made my swim time more enjoyable.
983448
hello, it has 3.5mm connector, if your iPod with 3.5mm hole, it can hear the sound from it. but this item usually for covert use. sound not so big as normal earphone. thanks
2271883
The ear buds do keep most of the water out but they do leak a little due to shifts while you're exercising - that said: I'm prone to Swimmer's Ear and have had absolutely no problems since I started using the Pyle MP3.
899514
I connect my shuffle (with the buds plugged in of course) to the back of my goggles and they are long enough to go in my ears with maybe an inch or two leeway and for two years I have never had a problem or had to adjust during my swim or anything. They also come with a connector wire to make them longer if you need them to be longer.
1268863
There is a clip on the iPod which is perfect for securing the device to your goggle, swim cap, or swim strap. Most people attach their iPod to one of these three locations and with the short headphone cord, the wires are out of the way. You can also use the extension cord and attach the iPod to your swim trunks. It mostly depends on personal preference. Underwater Audio Customer Service
509678
I'm not sure if you can use your own ear plugs. But it comes with a few options for ear bud styles. I don't get water in my ears when I swim with it. The cords aren't long enough to attach to a suit. I have mine on my google straps and that works well.
2014327
Yes you can use the ear pods. When you buy the lifeproof case it comes with an extention cord. You will have to unscrew the water resisdant screw and put in extention cord first.
1917105
The waterproof headphone come with 3 different sizes. If you wear the biggest size for your ear that will fit; it does keep the water out. I never wore ear plugs before the headphones; but I was bothered by the water in my ears. Since I have worn the headphones , the water does not bother my ears. Love this product!
198573
Hello Elise,The simple answer is yes. This true of most if not all swim MP3s. However I'm not sure I would write the same review today. This Diver lacks an important feature (for me) - random play. This means that every time you listen to the same string of songs in the exact same order and starting with the very same song. Other than that, my Diver stopped working, simply died on me after 3 weeks. There are other options out there that are a better choice.Good luck!