Apple Remote and Earbuds for iPod 1G, 2G

by Apple

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00007H08Z
• Item model number: M8751G/A
• Average Customer Review: 2.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The earbud-style headphones rely on Neodymium transducers, a rare earth magnet that significantly enhances frequency response and overall sound quality -- in fact, five times as powerful as other headphones that use aluminum, cobalt, or ceramic drivers.

The wired remote lets you fast-forward, rewind, play/pause, and control the volume with four simple buttons. The Hold switch allows you to lock your iPod remote so buttons can't be pressed accidentally. Clip the remote to your lapel, shirt, or collar for easy access. The iPod Remote and Earphones set works with original 5 GB, 10 GB, or 20 GB iPod.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Poorly made!, October 7, 2004

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Charysma (NY USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Apple Remote and Earbuds for iPod 1G, 2G (Electronics)

I really don't recommend this remote. If you have to have the convenience of using the remote and don't mind spending $80 - $120 for continually replacing the poorly made device. Then go ahead. It's been 4 months for me, and I have to buy a new one. First, 2 months ago, the little switch broke off. Then after learning never to lock the remote, the cord slowly starts to tear from the base where it connects into the ipod. Ok. Then finally after just ignore the little kinks, it starts to send little electrically sparks from the headphones into my ear. I've had enough and now I have to go about purchasing a new one. So don't recommend, unless you like spending money on the same product over, and over, and over again!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for people who don't actually want a good remote, September 30, 2004

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R. Buchanan "happyrobot" (Brooklyn NY!) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Apple Remote and Earbuds for iPod 1G, 2G (Electronics)

Love the iPod. hate the remote.
after 2 years, mine finally broke for good. It had a habit of splitting open for some reason.
My complaint is the general design - that clip.. it barely works unless you are clipping it to thin material. After 2 years of trying to get it to stay on my bag's strap or my jacket lapel, I am frustrated.

I am surprised that no one has produced a better version of it.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars The weakest link in the iPod experience..., September 9, 2004

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Taras R. Hnatyshyn (New York, NY USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Apple Remote and Earbuds for iPod 1G, 2G (Electronics)

The iPod remote is probably the weakest link in the iPod experience. The plastic/rubber near the connector does a poor job in keeping the connector from fraying. After about a month or two of daily use, I started hearing static from the earbuds, and after a bit of experimenting, determined that the remote was the cause. If it wasn't for this, it would be a great product, but for a company that pays such attention to detail, I can't believe they missed that one. Otherwise, it is a great way to control the iPod when it is sitting in your bag, a pocket, or on a belt clip. No more digging around to change the volume or to skip an annoying song...

The earbuds are great little speakers. They may not fit everybody well, and the covers may make the difference of a snug fit, or being too big for the ear of the wearer. Earbuds may not be for everyone, but they do identify you as an iPodder.