Arriva iPod Shuffle (2nd Generation) headphones with in-ear earbud, regular black

by Arriva

Product Details

• Item Weight: 8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 3 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B0013BC7XS
• Item model number: T-1ie
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (63 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: January 30, 2008

Product Description

Listen to your iPod Shuffle (2nd generation not latest Shuffle) with this comfortable, lightweight headphone with in-ear type earbuds, supported on the back of the head, easy to use controls, no dangling wires, perfect for runners, skiers, workouts. Shuffle player not included in purchase.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

31 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Arriva Wireless Headphones;An Excellent Product., January 31, 2008

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Keith R. Falcone "opeacho" (Boston,MA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Arriva iPod Shuffle (2nd Generation) headphones with in-ear earbud, regular black (Electronics)

I love this product as do all of my friends!I have a drawer
full of different types of headphones-no joke! And,these are
absolutely the best headphones on the market for many reasons...
For one,they can be adjusted to custom fit your head and ears
with a simple bend at any desired point.They can comfortably
be used while wearing any kind of winter hat or baseball cap.
They stay on with a snug fit for miles,as I recently ran a
half marathon with these on. AND,the best part is that
there are no more tangled up wires to fuss with!
If you have an ipod shuffle,then you should definitely
be amongst the lucky ones and own a pair of these headphones.

19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely Amazing, April 3, 2008

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D. Lombardo (Dallas, TX) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Arriva iPod Shuffle (2nd Generation) headphones with in-ear earbud, regular black (Electronics)

I first heard of these cordless headphones when CNET review 'em and from that point on I was completely interested. I've always had issues with cords and them getting snagged on clothing and workout equipment and just annoyances like them hitting your face. After seeing their design (which seemed solid enough) and noticing their unbelievable price, it was an absolute no-brainer to get them.

I have been using the in-ear earbuds for less than a month and I can honestly say that I will never go back to anything else when I want to work out, jog, and even clean because it is literally music in your head! The experience and freedom you get from wearing these are unparalleled to anything else that I have EVER used. Sound quality is good with great comfort but extreme audiophiles looking for superb audio quality will be disappointed. They completely satisfy the need for portable & comfortable headphones without the use of cords.

Tweaking with the adjustable arms is an absolute must but be patient with the process because once you get the shape and length down, they are by far the best portable in-ear headphones that I have ever come in contact with (including web-searching). As I work out in the gym, I get at least 2-3 people who notice the set up and have to comment on how ingenious they are and ask me where I got it from. These headphones will be THE next biggest accessory for the iPod Shuffle. On top of that, the customer support from Arriva is courteous and timely in their responses and answer any questions you may have. If you are still contemplating getting this product then you are absolutely wasting time. These are THE headphones to get.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars 5-star design, 2-star sound quality, October 25, 2008

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Phil Margolies (Lawrenceville, GA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Arriva iPod Shuffle (2nd Generation) headphones with in-ear earbud, regular black (Electronics)

I've been using these headphones now for 3 months. I purchased them mainly for their design. A perfect design for runners. I've spent many a long and hot run in the Georgia summer. The iPod had no issues with getting wet with sweat. As others have said, it's a little tricky to get the cords bent just right for your individual head/ear shape, but after a while it seemed to fit nicely.

The problem I have with the Arriva, and the reason for 3 stars, is the sound quality. I have a pair of $15 headphones that sound much better. If you're only listening to podcasts, the the Arriva might be a good purchase, but if you like listening to music with a sound quality that is better than cheap headphones, then you will be disappointed.

This is a good product with a great design. If Arriva got the sound quality better, I could easily give it a 5-star rating. If you aren't discerning about the sound quality, or if that's not important to you, then I highly recommend these headphones. Otherwise, look elsewhere.