Customer Reviews

Philips USA Full-Size Noise Canceling Headphone

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4 star:		(2)
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2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(4)

 

 

A few points
--Pros:
removable audio cable
very comfortable on my head
--Cons:
Noise canceling does not reach higher frequencies
The removable audio cable seems to be a bit weak, and I had to replace on my old pair once (they cost about $5)

My previous pair of these headphones broke after 1 year, so I decided to get another pair. They seem very durable, as they were not well treated for that year. The noise canceling is not as good as the Bose headphones which I have used before, but considering how much cheaper these are, it was worth it. The noise canceling cancels out lower frequencies, but fails to cancel out higher frequencies. I recently took these on a plane trip, and found sleeping nearly impossible without these. They are nice because you can remove the audio cable, and just listen to noise cancellation. I would definitely recommend these headphones to anyone.

Philips SHN9500 cancels the refrigrator noise in the kitchen almost 100%. Worth the money! Can't wait to test out in my long flight to India in January.

I am so glad that I didn't spend $350 on the Bose version of this. I actually bought a pair from the guy selling the Refurbished ones. They were only $49 with shipping. They work wonderfully. I have mixed sound too so my ears pick up on detail.

These headphones are really comfortable and block out much outside noise without even turning on noise cancellation. Bonus: they came with a great case for storage.

Sadly after several years of use these are close to the end of their lifetime out living any other headphones by at least 4-5 years. The noise canceling is great for car/plane/train rides. Note: it blocks out engines/ambient noises NOT EVERYTHING. But the detachable cord is the best selling point because instead of replacing a $150 pair of headphones you replace a $8 cord (I replaced the cord twice, they live a hard life). The case helps the lifetime of the headphones considerably, i traveled around the world with these headphones and the case is like a tank. It has gone through a lot (dropped squished stacked) and still holds strong. I am now after almost 6 years trying to repair them. Bottom Line I would definitely recommend them and their quality is comparable to Bose is not better for half the price.

The Philips looked great and had a solid build but the Noise Canceling was very poor compared to other headphones I have tried (the old Logitechs this one was to replace, Bose QC2 and 3, and various airplane ones). How disappointing to have bought this new pair and then preferred the ones I used on the airplane.

When listening to movies on my Dell laptop I had to crank the volume up to maximum, even in my quite hotel room. And if I had the laptop plugged into a power outlet I got a buzzing sound.

The carrying case is slender and sturdy but it leaves no room to include an ipod.

I returned them and will now order Audio Technica ATH-ANC7B.

I purchased this item while attending school. The item came to me broke and nonfunctioning. Staff contacted and had me send it back. Sent the item back and recieved exact same piece of junk back. Then the item was placed on my back stairway and out of sight Philips SHN9500 - Headphones ( ear-cup ) - active noise canceling out of mind. I noticed it and recontacted the seller and explained they sent me a broken item, and then resent me the exact same broken item, and would he refund my money? I was told it was over thirty days and they would not refund my money. I told him junk is junk. Do not purchase this item off who I did. They will send you nonfunctioning garbage & then resend you the same item for a replacement.

I gave these headphones as a christmas gift. They weere used for the first time on the last week in Feb. 2010 and did not work. I tried contacting Philips twice to ask about an exchange but no response. I would try another brand that has better customer support

I bought these in anticipation of an extra-long overseas trip. I don't travel often so didn't want to pony up for the Bose. During the trip I was able to do a comparison test with my husband's Bose and could not tell the difference. I used them to listen to the movies and to books on my MP3--not music. The noise canceling really does work well. It seems to me that the ear cup ought to be the better choice.

With other noise cancelling headphones I've had it just cancelled the outside noise i.e. a lawn mower but gave you full vol. if you wnated it. With these when you turn on the noise cancelling feature it also turns the vol. so I can no longer hear the program I was listening to on either cassette, CD, or MP3. Waste of money! Do not buy.