Sweat-proofing 3rd Gen iPod Shuffle headphone?? After reading so many posts about sweat ruining the controls on the new iPod Shuffle, I'm hesitant to take it out for a run - the reason I got it as a gift! Has anyone tried to sweat-proof the junction between the cord and control? Maybe a bit of silicone caulking? Sweat-proofing 3rd Gen iPod Shuffle headphone?? After reading so many posts about sweat ruining the controls on the new iPod Shuffle, I'm hesitant to take it out for a run - the reason I got it... » Read More Sweat-proofing 3rd Gen iPod Shuffle headphone?? After reading so many posts about sweat ruining the controls on the new iPod Shuffle, I'm hesitant to take it out for a run - the reason I got it as a gift! Has anyone tried to sweat-proof the junction between the cord and control? Maybe a bit of silicone caulking? « Show Less
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i was having the same problem....returned 5 times until i discovered this aftermarket product http://www.swimman.com/PACKAGEF.html
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When I run, I clip the iPod to the bill of my cap, wrap the cord from the earphones forward and over my ears and throw the wiring behind my head. The sweat off of my ears and away from the controls.
1202009
This is the most frustrating problem I've come accross. I've gone back six [6]--YES 6 times for this problem. on the 6th time, the Annapolis store refused to change out the ear buds. I was told it's my fault that the unit shorts out and that water damage is my fault. I was at the store when it opened at 10:00 and was told that I can come back at 3:00 and someone will look at it. If your planning to sweat, I would not recommend this product to anyone.
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At the suggestion of another poster, I bought the Scosche tapSTICK Polycarbonate case from one of the Amazon Marketplace vendors to get around the sweat problem. It totally works and you can use any headphones with it because the case has the controls on it. The only downside is that it does cover up the on/off switch but I just slide it out and turn it off. Scosche also makes a headphone adapter with the controls on it so you can plug any headphones in it - you can also find it on Amazon and buy it from the marketplace (Amazon does not have either in stock yet).
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I spray / soaked the controls in Scotchgaurd let it dry overnight haven't had any problems with sweat while running though I used to about 15 minutes into my run. Use at you own risk though as it worked for me I'm no expert in the control design or why the elctrolyte solution of sweat shorts it out while the chemical makeup of Scotchgaurd does not.3M 4106D 10-Ounce Scotchgard Fabric Protector for Fabric and Upholstery3M Scotchgard Fabric Protector
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no Apple does not waterproof ipods, however, as I understand from the reviews/research I have read, Underwater Audio water proofs the ipods. i have had mine for a couple months and swim regularly, and it works fine - even the headphones. so whatever "space age" technology they used to water proof the unit - it seems to work, and for me was well worth the money.
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The audio is constantly choppy, I wear my ipod on my forearm when I run so maybe the distance is too great for smooth audio play? who knows? I have begun the return process on my Jabras and have already purchased a pair of Jaybirds.
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I've found my dock is too flimsy, and so when I put my iphone on the dock it leans back and doesn't play anymore. It does play the mini, but it is touchy. I have found that a pig tail 30 pin cord seems more durable and plays as well or better. My new ipod nano didn't have a 30 pin connection, and so I bought an adapter, but it didn't work. Not going to buy any more docks.
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It makes it so the center button doesn't get water in it, or at least less likely, but the top isn't really covered so I wouldn't place my bet on it. I run with my shuffle in the rain all the time without the case before and nothing really happens until the hundredth run. But yea it's not water proof.
1969470
The whole clip of the iPod and only the clip is exposed on the back. You can still clip to an armband. I don't know how well it would work during strenuous running or other exercise.
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My problem with the earpiece is that it never feels secure in my ear -- if I walk with it in, it even falls out sometime. I have the smallest insert on the earpiece, but it doesn't help (note that I have the same problem with the standard iPod headphone) -- is there a solution for this?
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I am using it just for protection for my i pod. Whenever I have to hook it up to any of my mp3 devices (i.e. car computer) I have to remove the case and then plug the jack into my device. The only time the case does not hinder me from using it without and removal of hardware is when I link it via blue tooth, anything wireless. Hope I could help
477791
No idea, its not as waterproof as they make out, mine leaked & ruined shuffle anyway! Had to buy waterproof shuffle & put it in this to double protection. Buy it first then check yourself
125084
Just a guess: because you can't hear the instructor? Or her music? One thing I love about my UA iPod is that my gym plays loud (terrible!) music over their speakers. The earbuds fit so well, I can't hear the awful music at all. If you're doing water aerobics, don't you need to hear what's going on around you?
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Yeah, you just click (the up/down buttons) repeatedly and it seems to change the volume. My iPod doesn't register the change (I checked the screen) but the volume did change. I use them for running so it was necessary that I don't have to take he device out of the sleeve on my arm.
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I have been using a pair of these headphones for several years. They continue to work great, but the cushions are beginning to peal off of the earpieces. I did not think of looking for replacements for the cushions to replace them. Instead I bought a new set of headphones. But I would like to try to repair the old ones to save some cash for next time. Will you share where you purchased the replacement cushions? I have used my headphones with several different mp3 players but none of them were ipods.
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there was an extension jack that must be used in order for your headphone to work as Kyle explained better than I, also remember to put the little screw back in when done, I know that in the past with the ipads, apple had some sound issues occur after updates where you didnt have sound except thru headphone/earphones, or had to install a app to correct sound problems with the jack and settings - tho the case I purchased was for the Ipad, it wasn't waterproof at all, ipad3 is dead, hopefully your phones case will do as they advertise.
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I've been using mine for working out at a gym and I haven't had any malfunctions due to sweat. But the manual for these headphones say that sweat may cause damage to the internal parts. So I guess I've just been lucky ? . Hope this helps
1686038
Great question! The reviews I read on Amazon mostly read that sweat wasn't a problem but maybe that's why mine stopped pairing with iPhone 5 as my hair and ears do sweat a lot!
637991
It's impossible to use this thing and not have your sweat to come in contact with it. I had one, and almost immediately got rid of it for "several" reasons. It's junk. That's my experience and opinion.
19502
same problem... at low volumes with ipod touch 2nd gen. it has a terribly obnoxious static... nothing i do seems to correct the problem. using line in, it sounds great, but that kind of defeats the purpose of the system.